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Paramount sues Warner Bros., plans to nominate directors to its board
Paramount Skydance sued Warner Bros. Discovery on Monday, demanding more information on a rival $82.7 billion deal with Netflix and escalating an already...
Daily Sabah - Jan 13, 2026 3:48am EST
iPhone 17 to get a big price drop, here’s how you can buy it for Rs 74,999 – Firstpost
Flipkart’s Republic Day Sale makes Apple’s latest flagship more affordable, with discounts and bank offers bringing the iPhone 17 down to Rs 74,999. Check the offer here.
First Post - Jan 13, 2026 2:35am EST
‘Are You Dead’ app: China’s most downloaded paid app for the lonely – Firstpost
A new app has taken China by storm, becoming the most downloaded paid app in the country. The rather morbidly named ‘Are You Dead’ app checks in on a user every two days. If you don’t click on a button to confirm you are alive, a notification is sent to your emergency contact. The technology has triggered debate about loneliness and living alone in the Asian country
First Post - Jan 13, 2026 1:53am EST
Pentagon is embracing Musk's Grok AI chatbot as it draws global outcry
NPR - Jan 13, 2026 1:51am EST
From White House to Meta: Dina Powell McCormick becomes Meta's president and vice chairman
Explore how Dina Powell McCormick, a seasoned political adviser and finance executive, is set to lead Meta's AI initiatives and global strategies, bridging the gap between technology and politics with her unique expertise.
Gulf News - Jan 13, 2026 1:05am EST
Apple, Google Confirm Multiyear Deal for AI Technology, Siri
Deccan Chronicle - Jan 13, 2026 12:09am EST
Malaysia and Indonesia become the first countries to block Musk’s Grok over sexualized AI images
Toronto Star - Jan 12, 2026 10:26pm EST
Trump says Microsoft will make changes to ensure consumers don't pay for power used in AI buildout
President Trump said in a social media post that Microsoft will "make major changes beginning this week" to make sure Americans don't see rising energy costs.
CNBC - Jan 12, 2026 9:46pm EST
OpenAI acquires health-care technology startup Torch for $60 million, source says
Torch CEO Ilya Abyzov previously co-founded Forward, a direct-to-consumer primary care business that did patient visits with tech-enabled "CarePods."
CNBC - Jan 12, 2026 8:04pm EST
New app 'Are You Dead?' from China works as check-in tool for people living alone
A new app is going viral in China that helps people who live alone to check in with their friends and family. Users hit a green button on the app daily and if there's no response will reach out to the emergency contacts. NBC News' Steven Romo looks at the app's popularity and what it says about wider issues.
NBC News - Jan 12, 2026 8:03pm EST
Apple’s Gemini deal a win for Google, but will it make your iPhone smarter?
Apple has been extremely cautious when it comes to using AI and is hoping Google’s raw resources will help it close the gap on its rivals.
Sydney Morning Herald - Jan 12, 2026 7:53pm EST
Elon Musk's X faces bans and investigations over nonconsensual bikini images
NPR - Jan 12, 2026 6:07pm EST
Starmer threatens to 'control' Grok if Elon Musk's X keeps creating sexual images
AI chatbot Grok has been creating images of women and children that are sexualised at the request of users.
Sky News - Jan 12, 2026 5:51pm EST
UK targets Elon Musk’s X with fines and possible ban over Grok deepfake abuse
The U.K.'s communications regulator, Ofcom, launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's X platform following reports of AI chatbot Grok creating illegal deepfake images.
Fox News - Jan 12, 2026 5:50pm EST
Google will power Apple’s next Siri with Gemini AI in multi‑year deal
Apple taps Google’s Gemini models and cloud to supercharge Siri and Apple
Gulf News - Jan 12, 2026 5:50pm EST
FBI Agent’s Sworn Testimony Contradicts Claims ICE’s Jonathan Ross Made Under Oath
Wired News - Jan 12, 2026 5:17pm EST
In 2026, energy war’s new front is AI, and US must win that battle, API chief says
Bipartisan push for permitting reform gains momentum as parties unite on energy infrastructure needs to power artificial intelligence revolution.
Fox News - Jan 12, 2026 4:20pm EST
ShouldertoCryOn: Building a Thoughtful Space for Human Connection and Emotional Support
ShouldertoCryOn has evolved into a web‑based space where adults can access support in the ways that suit them best.
International Business Times - Jan 12, 2026 3:54pm EST