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A mysterious AI model called Ox Alpha, available on OpenRouter, is beating out some of the worldβs best AI models in coding tasks. The model takes text, image, and video inputs and offers a huge 1 million-token context window. It is claimed to beat OpenAIβsβ¦
Update: While OpenRouter has not officially revealed the developer, technical clues reportedly point toward Zhipu AI, a Chinese AI company. The model is believed to be served through Zhipu AIβs infrastructure, though this remains unconfirmed.
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Researchers at IISc Bengaluru have created SraVaani, a multilingual speech-AI model which is intended to go beyond India's 22 scheduled languages. The model's training includes 65 Indian languages and dialects, many of which are regional languages with limited resources.
The aim is to enable AI to understand voices and accents which mainstream speech-recognition systems usually neglect. The SraVaani system was developed by the IISc SPIRE Lab together with ARTPARK and Google.
The technology has the potential to improve access to AI in rural and linguistically diverse areas of India. It might also be used for applications involving speech-to-text, language detection and AI for regional languages.
SraVaani marks a significant advancement in the way voice AI becomes more inclusive and focused on India.
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The aim is to enable AI to understand voices and accents which mainstream speech-recognition systems usually neglect. The SraVaani system was developed by the IISc SPIRE Lab together with ARTPARK and Google.
The technology has the potential to improve access to AI in rural and linguistically diverse areas of India. It might also be used for applications involving speech-to-text, language detection and AI for regional languages.
SraVaani marks a significant advancement in the way voice AI becomes more inclusive and focused on India.
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Indiaβs AI and deep-tech sector is increasingly being seen as one of the worldβs most undervalued investment opportunities, according to venture capital firm Crane Venture Partners.
The firm has raised $150 million for its APAC fund, with around $100β120 million expected to be invested in Indian startups. Crane believes Indian companies can build globally competitive technologies while requiring significantly less capital than similar startups in the US and Europe.
So far, the firm has invested in around 9β10 Indian startups and plans to expand its portfolio to 30β35 companies. Its key areas of interest include AI, semiconductors, robotics and deep-tech infrastructure.
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The firm has raised $150 million for its APAC fund, with around $100β120 million expected to be invested in Indian startups. Crane believes Indian companies can build globally competitive technologies while requiring significantly less capital than similar startups in the US and Europe.
So far, the firm has invested in around 9β10 Indian startups and plans to expand its portfolio to 30β35 companies. Its key areas of interest include AI, semiconductors, robotics and deep-tech infrastructure.
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Indian startups raised $198.33 million across 21 funding deals this week, marking a 31% increase from the previous week. Growth-stage startups attracted the largest share with $118.3 million, while early-stage companies raised $80.03 million. Bengaluru led funding activity, followed by Delhi-NCR. Fintech, e-commerce and healthtech were among the key sectors attracting investment. Navi secured the biggest deal at $100 million, highlighting strong investor interest in Indian startups.
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Nvidia is reportedly preparing to raise prices of its AI servers by more than 15% as memory-chip costs surge.
The increase is expected to affect systems shipping from early 2027, including those using Vera Rubin and Grace Blackwell chips.
Rising demand for AI infrastructure has pushed DRAM and other memory prices sharply higher.
Major server suppliers have already informed customers such as Microsoft, Google and Oracle about the expected increases.
The higher costs could make AI data-centre expansion more expensive and potentially delay some projects.
The move also highlights the growing influence of memory-chip makers such as Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron.
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The increase is expected to affect systems shipping from early 2027, including those using Vera Rubin and Grace Blackwell chips.
Rising demand for AI infrastructure has pushed DRAM and other memory prices sharply higher.
Major server suppliers have already informed customers such as Microsoft, Google and Oracle about the expected increases.
The higher costs could make AI data-centre expansion more expensive and potentially delay some projects.
The move also highlights the growing influence of memory-chip makers such as Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron.
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Chinese smartphone brand Honorβs humanoid robot Lightning, which reportedly ran 100 meters in 9.32 seconds, faster than Usain Boltβs 9.58-second record.
It hit a top speed of 14.5 m/s in a test run before the World Humanoid Robot Games. Earlier, Lightning won a 21-kilometre (13-mile) half marathon for humanoid robots in Beijing. However, the sprint was a robotic trial and is not considered an official human athletic record.
And after finishing the race, the robot was also seen crashing into a cushion.
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It hit a top speed of 14.5 m/s in a test run before the World Humanoid Robot Games. Earlier, Lightning won a 21-kilometre (13-mile) half marathon for humanoid robots in Beijing. However, the sprint was a robotic trial and is not considered an official human athletic record.
And after finishing the race, the robot was also seen crashing into a cushion.
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Meta is to face a landmark trial in the US over claims that Facebook and Instagram were deliberately designed to encourage addictive use among children and teenagers.
A coalition of 29 states alleges Meta put profits and engagement ahead of the safety and privacy of young people. The case could bring about major changes in how Meta builds and operates its platforms.
Meta has said the allegations are overblown, and contends it has taken steps to protect young users. If meta loses potential penalties could reach $1.4 trillion, though prosecutors have suggested a far lower figure.
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A coalition of 29 states alleges Meta put profits and engagement ahead of the safety and privacy of young people. The case could bring about major changes in how Meta builds and operates its platforms.
Meta has said the allegations are overblown, and contends it has taken steps to protect young users. If meta loses potential penalties could reach $1.4 trillion, though prosecutors have suggested a far lower figure.
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Brave has accused Alibaba-owned AliExpress of using hidden audio fingerprinting to track users.
The technique reportedly generates a silent audio signal and analyses how a device processes it. These tiny hardware and software differences can create a unique device fingerprint, without relying on cookies.
The discovery reportedly came after the process interfered with a userβs Bluetooth headphones. Brave says its browser blocks the identified tracking scripts and protects against audio fingerprinting by default.
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The technique reportedly generates a silent audio signal and analyses how a device processes it. These tiny hardware and software differences can create a unique device fingerprint, without relying on cookies.
The discovery reportedly came after the process interfered with a userβs Bluetooth headphones. Brave says its browser blocks the identified tracking scripts and protects against audio fingerprinting by default.
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According to reports, SpaceX is establishing a supply-chain team in India to obtain components and forge local manufacturing collaborations. This is even as Starlinkβs commercial launch in India is stuck over regulatory and security concerns. The company wants to expand its Indian supplier base for its wider space activities. India could be a major manufacturing and sourcing hub for SpaceX. The development is a sign of SpaceXβs ongoing long-term interest in the Indian market despite delays to the rollout of Starlink.
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VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital has achieved a major milestone by performing its first robot-assisted total knee replacement on 22 August 2026. The surgery was performed free of cost under Ayushman Bharat for a 75-year-old patient. Led by Dr Bhagwati Prasad Sharma and his team, the procedure used an advanced upgradable robotic platform. The system can support knee and hip replacements, with potential for spine surgery in the future. The achievement marks a significant step toward bringing advanced robotic orthopaedic care to Indiaβs public healthcare system.
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Several humanoid robots were seen marching in formation like soldiers in China during the World Humanoid Robot Games. Teams from 16 countries are competing across 51 events, including racing, football, table tennis and real-world tasks. The five-day competition showcases advances in robotics and artificial intelligence, with hundreds of humanoid robots demonstrating their capabilities.
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India might be unable to meet its 2028 deadline for quantum-security, National Quantum Mission Chairman Ajai Chowdhry said.
βThere is no strong cycle in India for R&D funding, innovation and government procurement,β he said.
It is imperative that the country speed up the development and deployment of post-quantum cryptography before quantum computers become a threat to the encryption we use today.
Chowdhry also stressed the need for more private sector participation and investment.
Indiaβs quantum security readiness will be crucial to protect sensitive government, financial and digital infrastructure.
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βThere is no strong cycle in India for R&D funding, innovation and government procurement,β he said.
It is imperative that the country speed up the development and deployment of post-quantum cryptography before quantum computers become a threat to the encryption we use today.
Chowdhry also stressed the need for more private sector participation and investment.
Indiaβs quantum security readiness will be crucial to protect sensitive government, financial and digital infrastructure.
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Pune-based Thrustworks Dynetics has successfully test-fired Indiaβs first Resonance Ignition System, achieving Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6. The technology uses shockwaves to ignite rocket engines without external ignition sources, electricity or moving parts. This could make engines lighter, simpler and more reliable for multiple restarts. The system could benefit upper-stage rockets, satellites, orbital manoeuvres and deep-space missions. Thrustworks says India is now among just three known entities globally to demonstrate resonance-based ignition technology.
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A fake 113GB GTA VI build is reportedly spreading online through torrent and piracy sites.
Security analysis found that the supposed game contains malware, not a genuine playable build. The malicious file is reportedly designed to put usersβ PCs and personal data at risk.
Researchers warn that recent GTA VI leaks are being exploited to make these fake downloads look convincing.
There is currently no verified public playable GTA VI build, so unofficial downloads should be treated as malicious.
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Security analysis found that the supposed game contains malware, not a genuine playable build. The malicious file is reportedly designed to put usersβ PCs and personal data at risk.
Researchers warn that recent GTA VI leaks are being exploited to make these fake downloads look convincing.
There is currently no verified public playable GTA VI build, so unofficial downloads should be treated as malicious.
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ChatGPT could soon introduce Locked Chats, a new privacy feature currently being tested on Android. Users may be able to protect individual conversations with a PIN or fingerprint.
Locked chats would be hidden from the normal sidebar, chat history and search results. Unlike Temporary Chats, they would remain saved and accessible after authentication.
The feature may also create a separate Memory boundary for information from locked conversations. OpenAI has not officially announced a release date, so the feature could still change or be cancelled.
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Locked chats would be hidden from the normal sidebar, chat history and search results. Unlike Temporary Chats, they would remain saved and accessible after authentication.
The feature may also create a separate Memory boundary for information from locked conversations. OpenAI has not officially announced a release date, so the feature could still change or be cancelled.
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19-year-old ethical hacker Nisarga Adhikary, who previously exposed vulnerabilities in CBSEβs OSM portal, has flagged security flaws in Bengaluru-based startup Superhealth. The startup reportedly faced backlash after hosting a party inside a hospital. Adhikary highlighted the vulnerabilities publicly, questioning the companyβs cybersecurity practices. The incident has drawn attention to the security standards of startups handling sensitive healthcare-related systems and data.
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Nvidia is reportedly in talks to invest in AI search startup Perplexity in a funding round that would value the company at more than $30 billion. That would be more than a 50% increase from Perplexityβs previous $20 billion valuation.
The startupβs annualized revenue has reportedly jumped to more than $750 million from less than $250 million earlier this year.
Some of the growth has been driven by Perplexity Computer, its AI bot that automates professional tasks.
Perplexity also announced a $750 million deal with Microsoft Azure and is backed by Jeff Bezos and SoftBank among others.
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The startupβs annualized revenue has reportedly jumped to more than $750 million from less than $250 million earlier this year.
Some of the growth has been driven by Perplexity Computer, its AI bot that automates professional tasks.
Perplexity also announced a $750 million deal with Microsoft Azure and is backed by Jeff Bezos and SoftBank among others.
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On August 24, there was a partial outage with users reporting issues with the Claude Chat, Claude Code and the mobile app.
Users reported failed prompts, login issues, slow response times, and increased API errors. Most of the complaints were about Claude Code (41%) and Claude Chat (31%), according to Downdetector.
Anthropic identified increased errors affecting a range of models, including Claude Mythos 5, Fable 5 and Opus 5. Anthropic said it found the cause and is working to bring back normal service.
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Users reported failed prompts, login issues, slow response times, and increased API errors. Most of the complaints were about Claude Code (41%) and Claude Chat (31%), according to Downdetector.
Anthropic identified increased errors affecting a range of models, including Claude Mythos 5, Fable 5 and Opus 5. Anthropic said it found the cause and is working to bring back normal service.
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At the inauguration of a sandwich shop in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, a humanoid robot stole the show. The robot took part in the traditional puja and ribbon-cutting ceremony and then entertained the crowd with a dance. It had bodyguards, it saw guests, it socialized with people at the event.
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NUS Medicine, DayOne and Cortical Labs have announced the prototype of a biological data center in Singapore. It employs living human neurons grown from stem cells, and silicon hardware, to carry out information processing.
The prototype consists of 20 CL1 biological computing units in a self-driven server rack. Biological computing, researchers say, could provide energy-efficient, adaptive AI over conventional systems. Over the longer term the technology could underpin applications ranging from drug discovery to robotics and from cybersecurity to fraud detection.
The project is a big step forward in the merging of biology and next-generation computing.
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The prototype consists of 20 CL1 biological computing units in a self-driven server rack. Biological computing, researchers say, could provide energy-efficient, adaptive AI over conventional systems. Over the longer term the technology could underpin applications ranging from drug discovery to robotics and from cybersecurity to fraud detection.
The project is a big step forward in the merging of biology and next-generation computing.
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