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China app bets Rs 28,000 on your love life, promises refund if you don't marry in 3 years
A Chinese matchmaking start-up is offering users a full refund if they remain unmarried after three years, while using AI conversations and one-to-one matching to identify compatible partners. Founded by a former Kimi AI developer, Liangpei AI has attracted more than 35,000 users, but its ability to turn matches into marriages remains untested.
China's Singles Day shopping festival puts AI selling power to the test
If you are looking for evidence of how enthusiastically China is adopting AI, look no further than the country's premier month-long Singles Day shopping festival.
Apple opens Siri AI to all developers: Here’s what you need to know
Apple has launched a Developer Preview of Siri AI for developers across multiple operating systems. This integration facilitates enhanced user interactions, allowing apps to utilize features like App Intents for task management and app skills for managing complex tasks. However, Siri AI remains unavailable in the European Union due to regulatory obligations, and its usage is restricted to individuals over 13 years old.
Google turns off AI for schoolchildren by default
Google has said it will switch off its AI tools for schoolchildren by default, after drawing criticism for pushing artificial intelligence features to students while schools are still debating how the technology should be used in classrooms. The feature was switched on by default for students at schools that had already enabled Gemini.
AI shopping agents could threaten Amazon and Walmart's ad business
Retail powerhouses Walmart and Amazon are also the world's two largest retail media businesses, dominating the estimated $74.4 billion in US retail media spending with a combined 88% share of that market, according to projections from data firm Emarketer. But digital assistants could soon disrupt that business.
Google loses nearly half a trillion in market value: What went wrong with Alphabet?
Alphabet lost $482 billion in market value after its shares plunged nearly 13% following disappointing third-quarter results. Despite 103% growth in Google Cloud and more than 1 billion Gemini users, weaker search revenue and negative free cash flow raised fresh concerns about AI spending and Google’s advertising business.
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Dreambeans now in India: What to know about Google’s personalised AI visual stories app
Google has launched its innovative Dreambeans app in India, aimed at transforming personal moments into captivating visual stories. By utilizing data from services like Gmail and Photos, the app crafts unique narratives that resonate with users' experiences. Privacy is prioritized, allowing users to curate what they share and disconnect services anytime.
Instinct's WhatsApp scare: Glitch that cried wolf
The incident has also brought attention to Meta’s restrictions on competing AI assistants and the challenges facing companies building personal AI agents. Tanya Pandey explains what happened and why it matters.
AI agent Instinct back on WhatsApp after technical issues: Here’s what we know
Instinct, a leading AI firm, faced a brief disruption in its WhatsApp services due to a technical glitch linked to its configuration. This led to confusion among users and sparked rumors regarding Meta's restrictions. Following the resolution of the billing issue, founder Noah Shinn reassured everyone that the services were once again operational. To mitigate future disruptions, Instinct is implementing proactive measures to enhance service reliability.
When my AI bargains with your AI: The next great bazaar may be where our agents haggle for milliseconds
AI agents are evolving from simple task execution to negotiating on behalf of users in commerce. These agents can analyze data efficiently, enabling faster negotiations and potentially better deals. Businesses are already preparing for AI-to-AI negotiations, which may reshape the landscape of commerce. While this could benefit consumers, it may also create disparities based on the sophistication of agents.
Google AI avoids answering who won 2020 US presidential election, sparking debate: Here’s what we know
Google AI faced backlash for failing to accurately respond to queries about the 2020 US presidential election results. Users noticed discrepancies between responses for the 2020 and 2016 elections, which sparked concern. Critics suggested the issue implicates political intervention in AI output, while others attributed it to training errors. Google acknowledged the problem and indicated that it is working on solutions for the affected datasets.
How ChatGPT's medical advice killed a woman; family sues OpenAI
Bowen was found dead in her Seattle apartment in February 2026. Her parents discovered the chatbot conversations on her phone while trying to understand what had happened after the funeral.
Your boss may soon know what you’re asking Claude to do at work
Claude’s parent Anthropic has rolled out a new feature for its enterprise customers that gives administrators a window into how their teams use Claude, the work they produce with it and how much they spend on the AI tool.
Shares in Google owner Alphabet sink on profit miss, ad slowdown
Alphabet has witnessed a notable decline in its net profit and advertising revenue for the third quarter, specifically from July to September. The net profit dropped 25 percent to $26.2 billion, which fell short of analyst predictions. While YouTube's revenue growth has decelerated, Google Cloud's revenue impressive surged by 103 percent. The company reports substantial capital expenditures at $51.
Samsung logs record $80.5 bln profits despite investor AI jitters
Massive demand for AI chips delivered record quarterly profits to South Korea's Samsung Electronics on Thursday, but shares fell as investors questioned the resilience of the global tech boom. Record profits driven by booming demand for AI memory chips have fuelled calls for greater shareholder returns, particularly after shares in tech giants such as Samsung tumbled from their June record highs amid concerns over US tech firms' AI spending.
Prioritise understanding AI security threats, even before productivity: OpenAI's Sam Altman to cos
"If I could recommend only one thing to a company right now to do with AI in the very short term, even more than become super productive with Codex (OpenAI's AI coding tool), it would be to really understand the security threat landscape from AI and mitigate against that," Altman said.
Protectt.ai takes majority stake in Bosch-incubated AIShield to build security platform
Protectt.ai, backed by Bessemer Venture Partners, has invested through a mix of primary and secondary share purchases. The business — AI Shield Private Limited — will operate as a separate entity, with existing intellectual property transferred to it, founder and chief executive Manish Mimani told ET. The deal value has not been disclosed.
Anthropic's rapid growth comes with an $80 billion loss and growing concerns about AI risks
Anthropic filed for an initial public offering, reflecting rapid revenue growth amid significant financial losses. The company reported a 1,300% revenue increase, reaching $16.3 billion in the first half of 2026. However, it also encountered a net loss exceeding $80 billion due to high costs in AI development. Risks associated with AI technology are increasingly becoming a concern for potential investors.
AI Bootcamp for Students - Winter Cohort by Times of India: From Asking AI Questions to Building With It
The AI Winter Camp is an immersive five-week experience tailored for students in Classes 5 to 12 that focuses on the exploration and creation of AI technologies. Each week is dedicated to distinct AI themes-from grasping the basics to presenting innovative projects. Emphasizing hands-on learning, participants will build websites, develop apps, and create digital portfolios, equipping them with essential skills for future technological innovation and creativity.
From Her to Klara and the Sun, AI friendship moves beyond the screen
Advancements in artificial intelligence are leading to the development of AI companions for emotional support. Technologies, such as AI wearables and apps, focus on creating relationships through ongoing interactions. While companions provide emotional engagement, AI agents are tasked with completing specific actions and goals.
Claude duet app launches in US: Anthropic’s new AI agent can work while you are asleep and tell you what needs attention
Anthropic has launched the Claude Duet app, designed to be a reliable assistant for professionals and small-business owners. This innovative tool offers scheduling meetings and drafting forecasts. Currently, access is exclusive to Claude Pro and Max subscribers in the US, ensuring that sensitive information remains secure through rigorous safety protocols.
Eternal’s Q2 profit rises; SBI flags customer data leak
Eternal’s Q2 profit has surged, with Blinkit contributing significantly to the growth. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Eternal’s District growing faster than planned but most exposed to agentic AI
Eternal's District platform is outpacing earlier growth forecasts, highlighting a robust market appetite. The net order value saw an impressive 58% increase year-on-year, although an adjusted EBITDA loss was noted. The company recognizes potential risks from agentic artificial intelligence to its operations. Furthermore, District is developing infrastructure for India's events economy via public-private partnerships. Overall, Eternal is committed to enhancing customer experiences and significantly expanding its service offerings.
AI agents are only as good as the personal information you share, and that raises privacy concerns
Many have welcomed AI agents into their online lives, and raved about how personalized assistants like Muse can handle everyday tasks with ease - from snagging a dinner reservation or planning a trip, to organizing email inboxes. But like other AI bots, the agents are only as good as the information they have access to. They perform better the more they know about a user - and perhaps also that person's friends, family and even colleagues. That raises privacy concerns.
PhonePe sees opportunity to bring everyday savers into equities with PhonePe Invest: Rahul Chari
PhonePe on Monday rebranded its investing and trading platform Share.Market as PhonePe Invest, bringing it into its broader financial ecosystem. The platform combines stocks, IPOs, mutual funds and F&O offerings with a newly launched Portfolio Optimiser, a proprietary tool to help users build, review and optimise their portfolios.
AI is coming for every company, Nvidia boss Jensen Huang says
"Every single company will be an AI company eventually. Every single industry will be impacted by AI," Jensen Huang told an event late Thursday, part of a European tour that includes a Nvidia-hosted conference in Berlin next week.
Anthropic to add US voting information to Claude before midterms
Anthropic said on Wednesday it would add official US voting information from nonprofit Democracy Works to its Claude AI chatbot later this month, ahead of the November midterm elections.
The rise of AI personal assistants and the battle for users' trust
Meta Connect recently unveiled Muse Charm, which serves as a personal AI assistant for users. This device can interact with emails, calendars, and other services to streamline life tasks. It represents a shift from traditional devices to persistent AI help that anticipates users' needs. While user trust and privacy concerns persist, tech companies are racing to develop autonomous agents. The future may see these assistants represented in various hardware forms.
16-year-old ‘experienced’ hiker who got stranded on Canadian mountain after using Claude AI says it is unfair to blame chatbot
Canadian hiker Bryce Gowryluk found himself in a precarious situation while attempting a climbing route in British Columbia. Having consulted AI chatbot Claude for packing advice and hike validation, he mistakenly ventured into the Widowmaker Arete and was unable to descend. After reaching out to emergency services, he was airlifted to safety, with experts cautioning against over-reliance on AI for navigation without solid skills.
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