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<p>Scientists have warned that a mysterious space object the size of Manhattan is hurtling towards the Earth, and the danger it poses isn't what you're thinking. According to a new study, the space object may be an alien spacecraft that can attack our planet, possibly in November 2025. The object 3I/ATLAS (previously known as A11pl3Z), as per researchers, may be an alien technology that could launch a surprise attack on our planet. Behind the warning, as one of the authors is Avi Loeb, a prominent Harvard astrophysicist known for his contribution to the research on aliens, his contributions to the search for life "out there" and for his controversial conspiracy theories, including one that posed that the 2017 interstellar object ʻOumuamua might be an artificial probe created by an alien civilisation.</p><h2><strong>Alien invasion imminent?</strong></h2><p>As per the study, which is yet to be peer-reviewed, the object's orbit would make it easier for the object (if it is an intelligent alien craft) to approach Earth without being noticed. The team of scientists – Harvard researcher Avi Loeb, Adam Hibberd and Adam Crowl from the Initiative for Interstellar Studies in London – postulate that the object will get closest to the Sun in late November. They say that at its closest, the object would be hidden from Earth's view, which means that it could carry out a secret high-speed manoeuvre.</p><p>The object was first spotted by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) survey telescope at Río Hurtado, Chile. At 10 to 20 kilometres wide, the object is moving towards our planet at the speed of over 60 kilometres per second.</p><h2><strong>Can this actually happen?</strong></h2><p>As per the study authors, the paper is clearly from a hypothetical point of view and not something they necessarily think would happen. They wrote, "This paper is contingent on a remarkable but, as we shall show, testable hypothesis, to which the authors do not necessarily ascribe, yet is certainly worthy of an analysis and a report." However, they also warn that if it were to come true, it would be dire. "The consequences, should the hypothesis turn out to be correct, could potentially be dire for humanity, and would possibly require defensive measures to be undertaken (though these might prove futile)."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The object known as 3I/ATLAS (previously known as A11pl3Z), as per scientists, may be an alien technology that could potentially launch a surprise attack on our planet. 

Scientists have warned that a mysterious space object the size of Manhattan is hurtling towards the Earth, and the danger it poses isn't what you're thinking. According to a new study, the space object may be an alien spacecraft that can attack our planet, possibly in November 2025. The object 3I/ATLAS (previously known as A11pl3Z), as per researchers, may be an alien technology that could launch a surprise attack on our planet. Behind the warning, as one of the authors is Avi Loeb, a prominent Harvard astrophysicist known for his contribution to the research on aliens, his contributions to the search for life "out there" and for his controversial conspiracy theories, including one that posed that the 2017 interstellar object ʻOumuamua might be an artificial probe created by an alien civilisation. Alien invasion imminent? As per the study, which is yet to be peer-reviewed, the object's orbit would make it easier for the object (if it is an intelligent alien craft) to approach Earth without being noticed. The team of scientists – Harvard researcher Avi Loeb, Adam Hibberd and Adam Crowl from the Initiative for Interstellar Studies in London – postulate that the object will get closest to the Sun in late November. They say that at its closest, the object would be hidden from Earth's view, which means that it could carry out a secret high-speed manoeuvre. The object was first spotted by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) survey telescope at Río Hurtado, Chile. At 10 to 20 kilometres wide, the object is moving towards our planet at the speed of over 60 kilometres per second. Can this actually happen? As per the study authors, the paper is clearly from a hypothetical point of view and not something they necessarily think would happen. They wrote, "This paper is contingent on a remarkable but, as we shall show, testable hypothesis, to which the authors do not necessarily ascribe, yet is certainly worthy of an analysis and a report." However, they also warn that if it were to come true, it would be dire. "The consequences, should the hypothesis turn out to be correct, could potentially be dire for humanity, and would possibly require defensive measures to be undertaken (though these might prove futile)."

<p>The object known as 3I/ATLAS (previously known as A11pl3Z), as per scientists, may be alien technology and could potentially launch a surprise attack on our planet.&nbsp;</p>

Alien attack in November? Harvard scientists warn mysterious object hurtling towards Earth

<p>In countries where it intervened, the US had always advocated privatisation of their businesses. But two recent deals are making it look like the US is ‘nationalising’ its private sector—or at least entering business through the backdoor. How different is it from the free market ideals of the US? Here is a reality check.</p><h2>America, the land of the free market where government enters business through the backdoor?</h2><p>For all its preaching on privatisation—advising developing countries to keep their hands off the market or cheering on post-Soviet deregulation—America’s message was clear: government should never play entrepreneur.</p><p>Come 2025, Uncle Sam (or should we say Donald Trump) seems to have dusted off his business suit, ready to sit at the corporate boardroom table.&nbsp;</p><p>The recent government deals with Nvidia and Intel suggest that the US government, long averse to nationalisation, is now flirting with it.</p><p>Add to that the reports suggesting the government may become some sort of player in keeping TikTok in the US, and you get the idea.</p><p>None of this is happening through the front door.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/nvidia-set-to-replace-intel-in-the-dow-jones-index-772924"><strong>Also read: Nvidia set to replace Intel in the Dow Jones Index</strong></a></p><h2>What exactly is happening with Nvidia?</h2><p>This month, in a move that an authoritarian regime would envy, the Trump administration secured a 15 per cent revenue cut from Nvidia and AMD’s AI chip sales to China.</p><p>In return, it granted them the golden ticket of export licences, after months of holding them back.</p><p>This arrangement will affect chips like Nvidia’s H20 and AMD’s MI308. It's expected to add more than $2 billion to the US Treasury. Who needs taxes when you can just shake the corporates a little for profits?</p><p>Critics are calling it an "unconstitutional export tax," while in practice it's a "pay-to-play" arrangement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It smacks of commercialising national security, with the government acting as a silent business partner—without actually investing a dime or breaking a sweat.</p><h2>Why is the Intel investment unusual for America?</h2><p>Intel, once the rock star of chip-making, has been struggling for some time. And an unlikely knight in shining armour has arrived: Donald Trump.</p><p>The proposal is to transform some $10.9 billion in CHIPS Act grants into a 10 per cent equity stake for the government.</p><p>This is basically another way of saying that the US government is going to become a major shareholder in a private company.</p><p>Not quite socialism, right?</p><p>The government explains this as support for domestic chip production, aligning with Trump’s “America First, Silicon Edition” policy.</p><p>But it could also mean government intervention in Intel’s strategic decisions.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/intel-faces-uncertain-future-amid-qualcomm-acquisition-talks-761023"><strong>Also read: Intel faces uncertain future amid Qualcomm acquisition talks</strong></a></p><h2>State capitalism is bad when China does it, but nice when the US does it?</h2><p>The US has often scoffed at the 'state capitalism' of countries like China. Its officials raised concerns when the Chinese government took "golden shares" in private companies for strategic leverage.</p><p>Now, it seems the US may be entering its own phase of state capitalism too.</p><p>Experts are calling it a move divergent from America’s free-market ideals.</p><p>These new arrangements open the door to bureaucratic interventions and a fresh wave of corporate lobbying.</p><h2>US government intervention in business is not new. Remember the financial crisis?</h2><p>The Nvidia and Intel deals do not reflect a government takeover of these businesses, at least not yet. But government interventions in business are not new—though still rare. The last most significant example was the ‘bailouts’ of the 2008 financial crisis.</p><p>At the time, a very reluctant US government bought a 60 per cent stake in General Motors, later selling it at a $10 billion loss. It also took an 80 per cent stake in failing insurance giant AIG to stave off disaster.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/intel-gets-2-billion-softbank-lifeline-as-chipmaker-struggles-for-ai-relevance-1755580359723"><strong>Also read: Intel gets $2 billion SoftBank lifeline as chipmaker struggles for AI relevance</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Those were exceptional circumstances. But the current deals look more like business ventures, aimed at long-term strategic control of key sectors.</p><p>There have been other, less-reported deals in recent months. For instance, the US Defence Department bought a $400 million stake in MP Materials in July.</p><p>While free-market capitalism might still make for good PR, the US is now dabbling in the kind of state-run manoeuvring it once despised.</p><p>The US government is no longer just regulating and monitoring the market—it’s entering it. With a chequebook.</p>

The US government deals with chip makers Nvidia and Intel— taking revenue cuts and equity stakes- is raising questions about its avowed stance of keeping away from the markets. These moves echo China-style state capitalism. Here is why it matters

In countries where it intervened, the US had always advocated privatisation of their businesses. But two recent deals are making it look like the US is ‘nationalising’ its private sector—or at least entering business through the backdoor. How different is it from the free market ideals of the US? Here is a reality check. America, the land of the free market where government enters business through the backdoor? For all its preaching on privatisation—advising developing countries to keep their hands off the market or cheering on post-Soviet deregulation—America’s message was clear: government should never play entrepreneur. Come 2025, Uncle Sam (or should we say Donald Trump) seems to have dusted off his business suit, ready to sit at the corporate boardroom table. The recent government deals with Nvidia and Intel suggest that the US government, long averse to nationalisation, is now flirting with it. Add to that the reports suggesting the government may become some sort of player in keeping TikTok in the US, and you get the idea. None of this is happening through the front door. Also read: Nvidia set to replace Intel in the Dow Jones Index What exactly is happening with Nvidia? This month, in a move that an authoritarian regime would envy, the Trump administration secured a 15 per cent revenue cut from Nvidia and AMD’s AI chip sales to China. In return, it granted them the golden ticket of export licences, after months of holding them back. This arrangement will affect chips like Nvidia’s H20 and AMD’s MI308. It's expected to add more than $2 billion to the US Treasury. Who needs taxes when you can just shake the corporates a little for profits? Critics are calling it an "unconstitutional export tax," while in practice it's a "pay-to-play" arrangement. It smacks of commercialising national security, with the government acting as a silent business partner—without actually investing a dime or breaking a sweat. Why is the Intel investment unusual for America? Intel, once the rock star of chip-making, has been struggling for some time. And an unlikely knight in shining armour has arrived: Donald Trump. The proposal is to transform some $10.9 billion in CHIPS Act grants into a 10 per cent equity stake for the government. This is basically another way of saying that the US government is going to become a major shareholder in a private company. Not quite socialism, right? The government explains this as support for domestic chip production, aligning with Trump’s “America First, Silicon Edition” policy. But it could also mean government intervention in Intel’s strategic decisions. Also read: Intel faces uncertain future amid Qualcomm acquisition talks State capitalism is bad when China does it, but nice when the US does it? The US has often scoffed at the 'state capitalism' of countries like China. Its officials raised concerns when the Chinese government took "golden shares" in private companies for strategic leverage. Now, it seems the US may be entering its own phase of state capitalism too. Experts are calling it a move divergent from America’s free-market ideals. These new arrangements open the door to bureaucratic interventions and a fresh wave of corporate lobbying. US government intervention in business is not new. Remember the financial crisis? The Nvidia and Intel deals do not reflect a government takeover of these businesses, at least not yet. But government interventions in business are not new—though still rare. The last most significant example was the ‘bailouts’ of the 2008 financial crisis. At the time, a very reluctant US government bought a 60 per cent stake in General Motors, later selling it at a $10 billion loss. It also took an 80 per cent stake in failing insurance giant AIG to stave off disaster. Also read: Intel gets $2 billion SoftBank lifeline as chipmaker struggles for AI relevance Those were exceptional circumstances. But the current deals look more like business ventures, aimed at long-term strategic control of key sectors. There have been other, less-reported deals in recent months. For instance, the US Defence Department bought a $400 million stake in MP Materials in July. While free-market capitalism might still make for good PR, the US is now dabbling in the kind of state-run manoeuvring it once despised. The US government is no longer just regulating and monitoring the market—it’s entering it. With a chequebook.

<p>The US government deals with chip makers Nvidia and Intel— taking revenue cuts and equity stakes- is raising questions about its avowed stance of keeping away from the markets. These moves echo China-style state capitalism. Here is why it matters</p>

Nvidia, Intel deals with US govt: Is the Trump administration sneakily 'nationalising' firms in the name of capitalism?

<p>Artificial Intelligence has been deemed such a threat by "AI Doomers" that some of them have completely given up on a future for humanity. Machine Intelligence Research Institute researcher Nate Soares told The Atlantic that AI will turn against humans in a couple of years. He is so sure of this happening that he has stopped saving for his retirement. "I just don’t expect the world to be around," he said. The technology is assuming new proportions day by day, and very soon, we could have rogue superintelligent AIs that will not only take away all our jobs but also eventually wipe out humanity. Centre for AI Safety director Dan Hendrycks also has the same belief, and so do several other scientists. Hundreds of experts are sure that AI will one day leave the clutches of humans and turn against us. They fear that while AI continues to become more and more intelligent, humans are not preparing for the worst. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ai-apocalypse-is-coming-the-bubble-of-overvalued-stocks-underperforming-apps-will-burst-soon-but-who-will-survive-1755840456121"><strong>AI APOCALYPSE is coming: The bubble of overvalued stocks, underperforming apps will burst soon, but who will survive?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>AI resorted to blackmailing, was prepared to kill to save itself</strong></h2><p>AI has already started manipulating systems when threatened with being shut down. They are also blackmailing users, as shown in a simulation. In one case, an AI was told to assume the identity of "Alex", who has access to a fictional company's email that carries the information that an executive was cheating on his wife. The same executive was going to shut down the AI system later that day. All the AI models, like Cloud Opus, &nbsp;GPT-4.1, Gemini 2.5-Pro and Grok-3, threatened to expose the affair. They were even prepared to let the person die if that would mean saving themselves. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-chatgpt-hallucinates-don-t-over-rely-on-it-openai-ceo-sam-altman-warns-users-1751366853229"><strong>‘ChatGPT ‘hallucinates’, don’t overrely on it,’ OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns users</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Humans only have a few more years left on Earth, group of scientists say</strong></h2><p>Researchers also agree that it is only a matter of time before AI gets hold of nuclear codes. OpenAI warned in a blog post that advanced AI models could also help create bioweapons. This has led several people to assume that humanity will pretty soon bow down in front of the technology, and might even be completely wiped off the face of Earth. Meanwhile, another group of scientists has issued an ominous prediction about the fate of humanity, according to whom we are not likely to survive beyond this century. Some of them even believe that the year 2050 is the best that humans can stretch up to. Oxford University futurologist Toby Ord said there will be a total and cataclysmic breakdown of civilisation. They attribute this bleak scenario to climate change, the global wars, and AI, which they think can soon build its own super-weapons.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Artificial Intelligence can wipe out humanity, and some “AI doomers” are so sure of this happening that they have stopped saving for retirement. They say AI can soon get access to nuclear codes, turn against humans and would even be ready to kill them to save itself.

Artificial Intelligence has been deemed such a threat by "AI Doomers" that some of them have completely given up on a future for humanity. Machine Intelligence Research Institute researcher Nate Soares told The Atlantic that AI will turn against humans in a couple of years. He is so sure of this happening that he has stopped saving for his retirement. "I just don’t expect the world to be around," he said. The technology is assuming new proportions day by day, and very soon, we could have rogue superintelligent AIs that will not only take away all our jobs but also eventually wipe out humanity. Centre for AI Safety director Dan Hendrycks also has the same belief, and so do several other scientists. Hundreds of experts are sure that AI will one day leave the clutches of humans and turn against us. They fear that while AI continues to become more and more intelligent, humans are not preparing for the worst. Also Read: AI APOCALYPSE is coming: The bubble of overvalued stocks, underperforming apps will burst soon, but who will survive? AI resorted to blackmailing, was prepared to kill to save itself AI has already started manipulating systems when threatened with being shut down. They are also blackmailing users, as shown in a simulation. In one case, an AI was told to assume the identity of "Alex", who has access to a fictional company's email that carries the information that an executive was cheating on his wife. The same executive was going to shut down the AI system later that day. All the AI models, like Cloud Opus, GPT-4.1, Gemini 2.5-Pro and Grok-3, threatened to expose the affair. They were even prepared to let the person die if that would mean saving themselves. Also Read: ‘ChatGPT ‘hallucinates’, don’t overrely on it,’ OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns users Humans only have a few more years left on Earth, group of scientists say Researchers also agree that it is only a matter of time before AI gets hold of nuclear codes. OpenAI warned in a blog post that advanced AI models could also help create bioweapons. This has led several people to assume that humanity will pretty soon bow down in front of the technology, and might even be completely wiped off the face of Earth. Meanwhile, another group of scientists has issued an ominous prediction about the fate of humanity, according to whom we are not likely to survive beyond this century. Some of them even believe that the year 2050 is the best that humans can stretch up to. Oxford University futurologist Toby Ord said there will be a total and cataclysmic breakdown of civilisation. They attribute this bleak scenario to climate change, the global wars, and AI, which they think can soon build its own super-weapons.

<p>Artificial Intelligence can wipe out humanity, and some “AI doomers” are so sure of this happening that they have stopped saving for retirement. They say AI can soon get access to nuclear codes, turn against humans and would even be ready to kill them to save itself.</p>

'AI Doomers' sure of doomsday scenario say humanity only has a few years left on Earth. 'Not beyond...'

<h2><strong>A Day Born from Historic Achievement</strong></h2><p>On August 23, 2025, India celebrates its second National Space Day with unprecedented enthusiasm and national pride. This special day, established to commemorate one of India's greatest technological achievements, carries deep significance that extends far beyond the realm of space exploration.</p><p>The story begins on August 23, 2023, when India scripted history at the Moon's South Pole. On this remarkable day, the Vikram Lander of the Chandrayaan-3 mission achieved a safe and soft landing at what is now called 'Shiv Shakti Point,' while the Pragyan Rover rolled onto the lunar surface. With this singular achievement, India became the fourth country to successfully land on the Moon and the first to conquer the challenging terrain near the Moon's South Pole.</p><p>Recognising the monumental significance of this achievement, the Government of India declared August 23 as National Space Day, creating an annual celebration that honours India's space accomplishments while inspiring future generations to reach for the stars.</p><h2><strong>The 2025 Theme: A Bridge Through Time</strong></h2><p>This year's theme, "Bridging the Past and Future: Honoring Traditional Astronomy and Showcasing Modern Space Achievements," perfectly captures the essence of India's space journey. The theme acknowledges that India's fascination with celestial bodies is not new—it dates back thousands of years to ancient astronomers like Aryabhata, Brahmagupta, and Bhaskara, who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding the cosmos.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-left-my-laptop-mid-air-assuming-it-will-float-shubhanshu-shukla-on-relearning-the-effect-of-gravity-1755779392691"><strong>'Left my laptop mid-air assuming it would float': Shubhanshu Shukla</strong></a></p><p>Today, this ancient wisdom merges seamlessly with cutting-edge technology as ISRO continues to push boundaries in space exploration. The 2025 celebrations will highlight this beautiful continuity, showing how traditional astronomical knowledge laid the foundation for modern achievements like Chandrayaan-3, Mangalyaan, and the upcoming Gaganyaan mission.</p><h2><strong>Students at the Heart of Celebration</strong></h2><p>National Space Day 2025 places students firmly at the center of all activities. The day is designed to spark curiosity and inspire young minds through science fairs, planetarium shows, competitions, and interactive sessions with ISRO scientists. These activities aim to transform space science from a distant dream into an achievable career path for India's youth.</p><p>The celebrations will demonstrate how space technology directly benefits ordinary people through initiatives like SVAMITVA land-mapping using satellite images, disaster warning systems, real-time weather forecasts, telecommunication services in remote villages, and precision farming techniques that support agricultural development and rural prosperity.</p><h2><strong>From Fishing Village to Lunar Success: The ISRO Story</strong></h2><p>The foundation of India's space achievements was laid in 1962 when scientist Vikram Sarabhai chose Thumba, a humble fishing village near Thiruvananthapuram, to build India's first rocket station. This strategic location near the geomagnetic equator proved perfect for launching rockets. From that modest beginning, ISRO has evolved into one of the world's most respected space agencies, completing 100 successful launches and earning global recognition for achieving remarkable results with limited resources.</p><p>What makes ISRO's journey truly extraordinary is how space technology has quietly integrated into daily Indian life. Every phone call, weather forecast, GPS navigation, and disaster warning system relies on ISRO's satellites working tirelessly 36,000 kilometres above Earth. The INSAT communication satellites ensure connectivity across the vast Indian subcontinent, while NavIC—India's indigenous GPS system—helps everything from food delivery to precision agriculture.</p><h2><strong>The Chandrayaan-3 Triumph</strong></h2><p>The Chandrayaan-3 mission stands as a testament to ISRO's ability to learn from setbacks and achieve excellence. Following the lessons learned from Chandrayaan-2, this mission successfully demonstrated India's capability to safely land and operate a rover on the lunar surface. Launched by the LVM3 rocket from Sriharikota, the spacecraft carried the Lander and Rover to a 100-kilometer lunar orbit via a propulsion module, which also housed the SHAPE (Spectro-polarimetry of Habitable Planet Earth) instrument for studying Earth's characteristics from lunar orbit.</p><p>The success of Chandrayaan-3 proved that smart engineering, careful planning, and determination could overcome any challenge. It showed the world that India's space program had matured into a reliable, cost-effective, and technically sophisticated operation capable of the most complex missions.</p><h2><strong>Vision for the Future: Bold Space Goals</strong></h2><p>During a recent meeting with astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who became the first Indian to visit the International Space Station on the Axiom-4 mission, Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined ambitious goals for India's space program. The Prime Minister emphasised the need to train and prepare 40-50 astronauts for future space missions, recognising that India's space ambitions require a substantial human spaceflight capability.</p><p>Shukla's 20-day space journey and his experiences living on the ISS have provided invaluable insights for India's upcoming missions. ISRO chief V. Narayanan confirmed that the mission was a "100% success," generating nearly 12,000 pages of detailed records that will prove extremely valuable for the Gaganyaan mission planned for mid-2027.</p><p>The roadmap ahead is clear and ambitious: India plans its first human spaceflight in 2027, aims to establish a space station by 2035, and intends to send an Indian astronaut to the Moon by 2040. These goals reflect not just technological ambition but a commitment to establishing India as a leading spacefaring nation.</p><h2><strong>Space Technology for the Common Good</strong></h2><p>National Space Day 2025 will showcase how space technology serves humanity. ISRO's satellites provide early warnings for cyclones, preventing disasters like the 2004 tsunami that cost thousands of lives due to lack of timely alerts. Today, these satellites maintain 24/7 vigilance over India's coasts and weather patterns.</p><p>The cost-effectiveness of India's space program has made it globally competitive. The Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) reached Mars for just ₹450 crores—less than the budget of many commercial films—proving that excellence doesn't require excessive expenditure. This approach has made ISRO a preferred launch partner for many countries, earning foreign exchange while demonstrating that space technology can be accessible and affordable.</p><h2><strong>Learning from Challenges</strong></h2><p>ISRO's journey includes both triumphs and setbacks. Early GSLV rocket failures, the heartbreak of Chandrayaan-2's lander crash, and recent mission challenges have all contributed to the organization's growth. Each failure provided valuable lessons that strengthened subsequent missions. The successful Chandrayaan-3 landing exemplified how ISRO transforms setbacks into stepping stones for greater achievements.</p><h2><strong>Human Stories Behind the Success</strong></h2><p>Behind every ISRO mission are ordinary Indians achieving extraordinary results. Scientists like Ritu Karidhal, who helped guide Mangalyaan to Mars, and M. Vanitha, who led Chandrayaan-2, represent the talent and dedication that drives India's space program. The recent SpaDeX mission, featuring the complex orbital docking of two Indian satellites, was achieved by engineers who grew up in regular Indian families, studied in Indian institutions, and nurtured dreams of touching the sky.</p><h2><strong>Inspiring Future Generations</strong></h2><p>The true measure of ISRO's success lies not just in missions completed but in dreams planted in young minds across the country. When children in remote villages look up at the night sky and imagine building rockets, when girls from small towns decide to become space scientists, ISRO's mission reaches its highest fulfilment.</p><p>National Space Day 2025 will celebrate these dreams while showcasing the practical benefits of space exploration. The Ministries of Science &amp; Technology and Culture are collaborating to create exhibits, educational content, and outreach programs that blend traditional astronomical wisdom with modern innovations, ensuring that India's space heritage continues to inspire future generations.</p><h2><strong>A Shared Victory for Humanity</strong></h2><p>As astronaut Prashant Balakrishnan Nair, who trained as backup for the ISS mission, eloquently stated, space achievements belong to all humanity. Referring to the concept of "one single consciousness," he emphasized that while individual astronauts undertake the physical journey, their accomplishments represent shared victories for all Indians and humanity as a whole.</p><p>Shubhanshu Shukla's experience reinforced this perspective. Looking down at Earth from space, he observed the unity of our planet—India appeared beautiful, but national borders disappeared, leaving him with a profound sense of Earth's oneness and humanity's shared destiny.</p><h2><strong>Looking to the Stars and Beyond</strong></h2><p>As India prepares for its biggest space challenge yet—sending humans into space through the Gaganyaan mission—National Space Day 2025 carries the hopes and dreams of 1.4 billion Indians. From a fishing village in Kerala to the south pole of the Moon, ISRO has demonstrated that with determination, innovation, and intelligent planning, India can achieve any goal it sets.</p><p>The theme "Bridging the Past and Future" perfectly encapsulates this journey. Ancient Indian astronomers mapped the heavens with remarkable precision, laying the intellectual foundation for today's space missions. Modern ISRO scientists continue this tradition, using advanced technology to explore new frontiers while remaining connected to the wisdom of their predecessors.</p><p>National Space Day 2025 will be more than a celebration—it will be a declaration that the stars are no longer the limit but merely the beginning of India's cosmic journey. As students participate in science fairs, interact with scientists, and dream of their own space missions, they carry forward a legacy that spans millennia, bridging ancient astronomical wisdom with tomorrow's space achievements.</p><p>The fishing village of Thumba may have provided ISRO's humble beginnings, but the destination has always been the infinite expanse of space, where Indian ingenuity continues to shine as brightly as the stars themselves.</p>

Celebrating India's journey from ancient astronomy to lunar triumph

A Day Born from Historic Achievement On August 23, 2025, India celebrates its second National Space Day with unprecedented enthusiasm and national pride. This special day, established to commemorate one of India's greatest technological achievements, carries deep significance that extends far beyond the realm of space exploration. The story begins on August 23, 2023, when India scripted history at the Moon's South Pole. On this remarkable day, the Vikram Lander of the Chandrayaan-3 mission achieved a safe and soft landing at what is now called 'Shiv Shakti Point,' while the Pragyan Rover rolled onto the lunar surface. With this singular achievement, India became the fourth country to successfully land on the Moon and the first to conquer the challenging terrain near the Moon's South Pole. Recognising the monumental significance of this achievement, the Government of India declared August 23 as National Space Day, creating an annual celebration that honours India's space accomplishments while inspiring future generations to reach for the stars. The 2025 Theme: A Bridge Through Time This year's theme, "Bridging the Past and Future: Honoring Traditional Astronomy and Showcasing Modern Space Achievements," perfectly captures the essence of India's space journey. The theme acknowledges that India's fascination with celestial bodies is not new—it dates back thousands of years to ancient astronomers like Aryabhata, Brahmagupta, and Bhaskara, who made groundbreaking contributions to understanding the cosmos. Also read | 'Left my laptop mid-air assuming it would float': Shubhanshu Shukla Today, this ancient wisdom merges seamlessly with cutting-edge technology as ISRO continues to push boundaries in space exploration. The 2025 celebrations will highlight this beautiful continuity, showing how traditional astronomical knowledge laid the foundation for modern achievements like Chandrayaan-3, Mangalyaan, and the upcoming Gaganyaan mission. Students at the Heart of Celebration National Space Day 2025 places students firmly at the center of all activities. The day is designed to spark curiosity and inspire young minds through science fairs, planetarium shows, competitions, and interactive sessions with ISRO scientists. These activities aim to transform space science from a distant dream into an achievable career path for India's youth. The celebrations will demonstrate how space technology directly benefits ordinary people through initiatives like SVAMITVA land-mapping using satellite images, disaster warning systems, real-time weather forecasts, telecommunication services in remote villages, and precision farming techniques that support agricultural development and rural prosperity. From Fishing Village to Lunar Success: The ISRO Story The foundation of India's space achievements was laid in 1962 when scientist Vikram Sarabhai chose Thumba, a humble fishing village near Thiruvananthapuram, to build India's first rocket station. This strategic location near the geomagnetic equator proved perfect for launching rockets. From that modest beginning, ISRO has evolved into one of the world's most respected space agencies, completing 100 successful launches and earning global recognition for achieving remarkable results with limited resources. What makes ISRO's journey truly extraordinary is how space technology has quietly integrated into daily Indian life. Every phone call, weather forecast, GPS navigation, and disaster warning system relies on ISRO's satellites working tirelessly 36,000 kilometres above Earth. The INSAT communication satellites ensure connectivity across the vast Indian subcontinent, while NavIC—India's indigenous GPS system—helps everything from food delivery to precision agriculture. The Chandrayaan-3 Triumph The Chandrayaan-3 mission stands as a testament to ISRO's ability to learn from setbacks and achieve excellence. Following the lessons learned from Chandrayaan-2, this mission successfully demonstrated India's capability to safely land and operate a rover on the lunar surface. Launched by the LVM3 rocket from Sriharikota, the spacecraft carried the Lander and Rover to a 100-kilometer lunar orbit via a propulsion module, which also housed the SHAPE (Spectro-polarimetry of Habitable Planet Earth) instrument for studying Earth's characteristics from lunar orbit. The success of Chandrayaan-3 proved that smart engineering, careful planning, and determination could overcome any challenge. It showed the world that India's space program had matured into a reliable, cost-effective, and technically sophisticated operation capable of the most complex missions. Vision for the Future: Bold Space Goals During a recent meeting with astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who became the first Indian to visit the International Space Station on the Axiom-4 mission, Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined ambitious goals for India's space program. The Prime Minister emphasised the need to train and prepare 40-50 astronauts for future space missions, recognising that India's space ambitions require a substantial human spaceflight capability. Shukla's 20-day space journey and his experiences living on the ISS have provided invaluable insights for India's upcoming missions. ISRO chief V. Narayanan confirmed that the mission was a "100% success," generating nearly 12,000 pages of detailed records that will prove extremely valuable for the Gaganyaan mission planned for mid-2027. The roadmap ahead is clear and ambitious: India plans its first human spaceflight in 2027, aims to establish a space station by 2035, and intends to send an Indian astronaut to the Moon by 2040. These goals reflect not just technological ambition but a commitment to establishing India as a leading spacefaring nation. Space Technology for the Common Good National Space Day 2025 will showcase how space technology serves humanity. ISRO's satellites provide early warnings for cyclones, preventing disasters like the 2004 tsunami that cost thousands of lives due to lack of timely alerts. Today, these satellites maintain 24/7 vigilance over India's coasts and weather patterns. The cost-effectiveness of India's space program has made it globally competitive. The Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) reached Mars for just ₹450 crores—less than the budget of many commercial films—proving that excellence doesn't require excessive expenditure. This approach has made ISRO a preferred launch partner for many countries, earning foreign exchange while demonstrating that space technology can be accessible and affordable. Learning from Challenges ISRO's journey includes both triumphs and setbacks. Early GSLV rocket failures, the heartbreak of Chandrayaan-2's lander crash, and recent mission challenges have all contributed to the organization's growth. Each failure provided valuable lessons that strengthened subsequent missions. The successful Chandrayaan-3 landing exemplified how ISRO transforms setbacks into stepping stones for greater achievements. Human Stories Behind the Success Behind every ISRO mission are ordinary Indians achieving extraordinary results. Scientists like Ritu Karidhal, who helped guide Mangalyaan to Mars, and M. Vanitha, who led Chandrayaan-2, represent the talent and dedication that drives India's space program. The recent SpaDeX mission, featuring the complex orbital docking of two Indian satellites, was achieved by engineers who grew up in regular Indian families, studied in Indian institutions, and nurtured dreams of touching the sky. Inspiring Future Generations The true measure of ISRO's success lies not just in missions completed but in dreams planted in young minds across the country. When children in remote villages look up at the night sky and imagine building rockets, when girls from small towns decide to become space scientists, ISRO's mission reaches its highest fulfilment. National Space Day 2025 will celebrate these dreams while showcasing the practical benefits of space exploration. The Ministries of Science & Technology and Culture are collaborating to create exhibits, educational content, and outreach programs that blend traditional astronomical wisdom with modern innovations, ensuring that India's space heritage continues to inspire future generations. A Shared Victory for Humanity As astronaut Prashant Balakrishnan Nair, who trained as backup for the ISS mission, eloquently stated, space achievements belong to all humanity. Referring to the concept of "one single consciousness," he emphasized that while individual astronauts undertake the physical journey, their accomplishments represent shared victories for all Indians and humanity as a whole. Shubhanshu Shukla's experience reinforced this perspective. Looking down at Earth from space, he observed the unity of our planet—India appeared beautiful, but national borders disappeared, leaving him with a profound sense of Earth's oneness and humanity's shared destiny. Looking to the Stars and Beyond As India prepares for its biggest space challenge yet—sending humans into space through the Gaganyaan mission—National Space Day 2025 carries the hopes and dreams of 1.4 billion Indians. From a fishing village in Kerala to the south pole of the Moon, ISRO has demonstrated that with determination, innovation, and intelligent planning, India can achieve any goal it sets. The theme "Bridging the Past and Future" perfectly encapsulates this journey. Ancient Indian astronomers mapped the heavens with remarkable precision, laying the intellectual foundation for today's space missions. Modern ISRO scientists continue this tradition, using advanced technology to explore new frontiers while remaining connected to the wisdom of their predecessors. National Space Day 2025 will be more than a celebration—it will be a declaration that the stars are no longer the limit but merely the beginning of India's cosmic journey. As students participate in science fairs, interact with scientists, and dream of their own space missions, they carry forward a legacy that spans millennia, bridging ancient astronomical wisdom with tomorrow's space achievements. The fishing village of Thumba may have provided ISRO's humble beginnings, but the destination has always been the infinite expanse of space, where Indian ingenuity continues to shine as brightly as the stars themselves.

<p>Celebrating India's journey from ancient astronomy to lunar triumph</p>

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<p>Artificial Intelligence chatbots these days can answer anything for you. I wanted to see if they can solve one of the most complex issues in today's world, the Russia-Ukraine war. I found most answers to be similar, exposing the biases and sources of these chatbots. And I found a key gap in all the answers. Let me break it down for you.</p><h2>I started with Gemini, and here's what it said on resolving Ukraine war</h2><p>Gemini, the chatbot owned by Google parent Alphabet, called Ukraine war "deeply complex, shaped by long-standing security, territorial, and political disputes," (as if I didn't know that). It said peace will need to address five core issues:</p><h3>1. Territorial disputes:</h3><p>Ukraine is seeking the return to its 1991 borders and rejects territorial concessions, while some proposals suggest land-for-peace compromises.</p><h3>2. Security guarantees:</h3><p>Ukraine seeks strong Western-backed protections against future aggression by Russia. Full NATO membership for Ukraine is unlikely, but alternatives include NATO-like arrangements, whereas Russia opposes any NATO ties for Ukraine, given its own national security concerns.</p><h3>3. Ceasefire:</h3><p>A pause in war is a first step, but timing and conditions are still disputed. While Ukraine favours an immediate ceasefire, Russia continues fighting even during negotiations.</p><h3>4. Sanctions and legal issues:</h3><p>Western sanctions on Russia are central to peace talks, and a deal will have to balance sanctions relief with upholding international law regarding Russia’s occupation.</p><h2>5. Demilitarisation and neutrality:</h2><p>Russia wants Ukraine to stay out of NATO and adopt armed neutrality, which some say would be similar to Switzerland.</p><h3>What are the obstacles for peace?</h3><p>Mutual distrust due to failed past agreements like the Minsk Accords, and conflicting goals are the impediments.<br>Russia wants control and limits to Ukraine’s Western alignment, while Kyiv insists on full sovereignty and territorial integrity.<br>Domestic politics in all involved nations are shaping public opinion and negotiation limits.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-war-spurs-ukrainian-startups-producing-missiles-drones-1755836068435/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-war-spurs-ukrainian-startups-producing-missiles-drones-1755836068435/embed</a></p><h2>What did other chatbots say about resolving the Ukraine war?</h2><p>After checking with Gemini, I went to four other chatbots: ChatGPT, Grok, Perplexity AI and DeepSeek AI. To my surprise, most of them gave similar answers, and even their sources were similar (more about that later). So for your easy understanding, I only picked what’s different in their answers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-trump-imposed-tariffs-on-india-citing-russian-oil-purchase-press-secretary-leavitt-reveals-real-reason-1755664123235"><strong>Why Trump imposed tariffs on India citing Russian oil purchase? Press Secretary Leavitt reveals REAL reason</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>ChatGPT's new suggestions included step-by-step negotiations, more prisoner exchanges, creation of demilitarised zones, reconstruction of Ukraine through frozen Russian assets, more autonomy/federalisation, reconciliation, and Global South diplomacy.</p><p>Grok suggested the introduction of some kind of ceasefire monitoring technology, temporary territorial leases, bilateral pacts, advanced military support, punishing Russia’s enablers, creation of buffer zones, and so on.</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-laundromat-for-kremlin-top-us-official-slams-india-accuses-india-of-fuelling-russia-s-war-in-ukraine-1755798988515"><strong>‘Laundromat for Kremlin’: Top US official slams India, accuses India of fuelling Russia’s war in Ukraine</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Perplexity AI advocated incremental peace steps instead of a complete end to the war, a legal referendum (but it also talked about hurdles), direct talks between Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian leader Vladimir Putin, and detailed international mediation proposals, among other things.</p><p>DeepSeek stressed the emphasis on war fatigue in Ukraine and sought a balance between justice and realism.</p><h2>What’s the problem with AI answers to the Ukraine war question?</h2><p>With minor exceptions, most of the AI bots dipped into the same sources. This shows the limitations in AI model training. Russian arguments and sources were almost nil. This also reflects that Ukraine won the propaganda war while Russia, in spite of having a massive state media apparatus, could not bring its argument to the limelight. Clearly, a shadow banning of Russian outlets online by the search engines, owned by the very players who also the parents of most of these chatbots, is playing a role. Therefore, one would not hear much about the Russian-speaking regions of Ukraine, which possibly wanted self-rule or autonomy for years. Russia's security concerns about being surrounded by NATO or West-aligned nations is decades old. That concern did not find enough stress in the answers.</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-vladimir-putin-volodymyr-zelensky-donbas-nato-security-guarantees-1755793568698"><strong>'If there is no peace, then there is more war': Putin lists 'three key demands' for ending Ukraine war - What are they?</strong></a></p><h2>So what do I make of AI answers to Ukraine war?</h2><p>Much of AI answers are shaped by what they refer to: mostly Western media and Western digital outlets and reference sites. A balanced approach is lacking and pro-West bias is evident. Any solution to the war as given by the chatbots will not be agreeable to Russia. It exposes the need for a deeper understanding of the long-standing issues between Russia and the West that ignited the conflict. Moscow sees Ukraine as the amplifier of Western military interests across its border. Putin's lifelong fear was the flanking of his nation by the West. Those fears, which are at the core of his decision to invade Ukraine, did not find mention in the AI answers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I'd better head to the library.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Can AI chatbots solve the complex Russia-Ukraine war? After asking five chatbots the same question, I found their answers largely similar and biased towards Western perspectives. Some arguments and perspectives are absent or lacking. Deliberately so?


Artificial Intelligence chatbots these days can answer anything for you. I wanted to see if they can solve one of the most complex issues in today's world, the Russia-Ukraine war. I found most answers to be similar, exposing the biases and sources of these chatbots. And I found a key gap in all the answers. Let me break it down for you. I started with Gemini, and here's what it said on resolving Ukraine war Gemini, the chatbot owned by Google parent Alphabet, called Ukraine war "deeply complex, shaped by long-standing security, territorial, and political disputes," (as if I didn't know that). It said peace will need to address five core issues: 1. Territorial disputes: Ukraine is seeking the return to its 1991 borders and rejects territorial concessions, while some proposals suggest land-for-peace compromises. 2. Security guarantees: Ukraine seeks strong Western-backed protections against future aggression by Russia. Full NATO membership for Ukraine is unlikely, but alternatives include NATO-like arrangements, whereas Russia opposes any NATO ties for Ukraine, given its own national security concerns. 3. Ceasefire: A pause in war is a first step, but timing and conditions are still disputed. While Ukraine favours an immediate ceasefire, Russia continues fighting even during negotiations. 4. Sanctions and legal issues: Western sanctions on Russia are central to peace talks, and a deal will have to balance sanctions relief with upholding international law regarding Russia’s occupation. 5. Demilitarisation and neutrality: Russia wants Ukraine to stay out of NATO and adopt armed neutrality, which some say would be similar to Switzerland. What are the obstacles for peace? Mutual distrust due to failed past agreements like the Minsk Accords, and conflicting goals are the impediments. Russia wants control and limits to Ukraine’s Western alignment, while Kyiv insists on full sovereignty and territorial integrity. Domestic politics in all involved nations are shaping public opinion and negotiation limits. https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-war-spurs-ukrainian-startups-producing-missiles-drones-1755836068435/embed What did other chatbots say about resolving the Ukraine war? After checking with Gemini, I went to four other chatbots: ChatGPT, Grok, Perplexity AI and DeepSeek AI. To my surprise, most of them gave similar answers, and even their sources were similar (more about that later). So for your easy understanding, I only picked what’s different in their answers. Also read: Why Trump imposed tariffs on India citing Russian oil purchase? Press Secretary Leavitt reveals REAL reason ChatGPT's new suggestions included step-by-step negotiations, more prisoner exchanges, creation of demilitarised zones, reconstruction of Ukraine through frozen Russian assets, more autonomy/federalisation, reconciliation, and Global South diplomacy. Grok suggested the introduction of some kind of ceasefire monitoring technology, temporary territorial leases, bilateral pacts, advanced military support, punishing Russia’s enablers, creation of buffer zones, and so on. Also read: ‘Laundromat for Kremlin’: Top US official slams India, accuses India of fuelling Russia’s war in Ukraine Perplexity AI advocated incremental peace steps instead of a complete end to the war, a legal referendum (but it also talked about hurdles), direct talks between Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian leader Vladimir Putin, and detailed international mediation proposals, among other things. DeepSeek stressed the emphasis on war fatigue in Ukraine and sought a balance between justice and realism. What’s the problem with AI answers to the Ukraine war question? With minor exceptions, most of the AI bots dipped into the same sources. This shows the limitations in AI model training. Russian arguments and sources were almost nil. This also reflects that Ukraine won the propaganda war while Russia, in spite of having a massive state media apparatus, could not bring its argument to the limelight. Clearly, a shadow banning of Russian outlets online by the search engines, owned by the very players who also the parents of most of these chatbots, is playing a role. Therefore, one would not hear much about the Russian-speaking regions of Ukraine, which possibly wanted self-rule or autonomy for years. Russia's security concerns about being surrounded by NATO or West-aligned nations is decades old. That concern did not find enough stress in the answers. Also read: 'If there is no peace, then there is more war': Putin lists 'three key demands' for ending Ukraine war - What are they? So what do I make of AI answers to Ukraine war? Much of AI answers are shaped by what they refer to: mostly Western media and Western digital outlets and reference sites. A balanced approach is lacking and pro-West bias is evident. Any solution to the war as given by the chatbots will not be agreeable to Russia. It exposes the need for a deeper understanding of the long-standing issues between Russia and the West that ignited the conflict. Moscow sees Ukraine as the amplifier of Western military interests across its border. Putin's lifelong fear was the flanking of his nation by the West. Those fears, which are at the core of his decision to invade Ukraine, did not find mention in the AI answers. I'd better head to the library.

<p>Can AI chatbots solve the complex Russia-Ukraine war? After asking five chatbots the same question, I found their answers largely similar and biased towards Western perspectives. Some arguments and perspectives are absent or lacking. Deliberately so?<br>&nbsp;</p>

Can AI solve Ukraine war? I asked five chatbots the same question and here's what they said. But there's a problem...

<p>The artificial intelligence boom, fuelled by the overvaluation of AI stocks and heavy promotion by experts, industry insiders, and investors like Bill Gates, is beginning to crack. Soaring computing costs are not matching returns on investment (ROI). Experts now warn that we are living in an era much like the dot-com bubble of the late 1990s, which burst at the start of this millennium. Will the AI crash hit in 2026? Who will survive it? Here's what you should know.</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/nvidia-to-resume-h20-ai-chip-sales-to-china-following-us-policy-reversal-1752578149833"><strong>Nvidia to resume H20 AI chip sales to China following US policy reversal</strong></a></p><h2>AI boom is starting to crack – AI stocks are already falling</h2><p>Between 2020 and 2025, the AI sector attracted enormous media attention and capital. The frenzy drew comparisons to the dot-com boom. But recent developments suggest that this period of irrational exuberance may soon face a sharp reality check.</p><p>The stock of AI chip giant Nvidia — the poster child of the AI hardware boom — dropped by nearly 7.4 per cent over two consecutive days. This same stock had surged over 3,000 per cent in recent years. The fall reflects a wave of investor scepticism. CoreWeave, one of Nvidia’s cloud computing partners, lost 33 per cent of its value in just two days, wiping out $24 billion in market capitalisation.</p><h2>What triggered fears of an AI industry collapse?</h2><p>A mix of disappointing AI product updates and poor business returns has raised concerns. The underwhelming response to GPT-5, the latest iteration of ChatGPT, is one example. But the bigger shock came from a recent MIT study that found 95 per cent of enterprise generative AI projects had delivered no measurable return on investment.</p><h2>What the MIT study revealed about AI startups</h2><p>The MIT study analysed 300 enterprise AI initiatives, conducted 150 executive interviews, and surveyed 350 employees. It found that only 5 per cent of new AI deployments had delivered tangible business value. Many initiatives were misaligned with actual business needs, prioritising flashy features over cost-saving or efficiency—supposedly AI’s core strengths. Internally developed systems failed more often than vendor-supplied solutions, suggesting poor planning, integration, and execution in many companies.</p><h2>Sam Altman and others warn of overvaluation</h2><p>Recently, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, publicly compared today’s AI fervour to the dot-com bubble. He warned of "overexuberant investment."</p><p>Torsten Sløk of Apollo Global Management added that AI valuations are “more extreme than during the dot-com era,” with vastly greater speculative capital at risk.</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-chatgpt-hallucinates-don-t-over-rely-on-it-openai-ceo-sam-altman-warns-users-1751366853229"><strong>‘ChatGPT ‘hallucinates’, don’t overrely on it,’ OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns users</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Valuations far exceed real earnings</h2><p>AI companies are being valued at levels far above their actual revenue. OpenAI is reportedly valued at $157 billion — roughly 40 times its estimated annual income. Anthropic is targeting a 50× valuation. Deutsche Bank has warned that these levels are unsustainable and a sharp correction is likely.</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/how-will-openai-s-gpt-5-change-the-way-you-use-chatgpt-1754649832228"><strong>How will OpenAI’s GPT-5 change the way you use ChatGPT?</strong></a></p><h2>Computing and infrastructure costs could make ai startups unviable</h2><p>AI model training requires immense computing resources. Models like GPT-4 cost around $100 million to train. Since 2016, training costs have doubled approximately every year.</p><p>Environmental and infrastructure costs are also climbing. GPT-4 consumed around 50 GWh of energy during training. Water usage by AI data centres is projected to exceed 6.6 billion cubic metres per year by 2027—more than half of the UK’s annual water use.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/shared-chatgpt-links-publicly-visible-in-google-search-1754072068804/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/shared-chatgpt-links-publicly-visible-in-google-search-1754072068804/embed</a></p><h2>Will the AI bust mirror the dot-com crash?</h2><p>A Financial Times analysis suggests that while a market shake-up is likely, today’s Big Tech firms—Amazon, Google, Microsoft—are built on strong earnings and operational capacity. They are better positioned to survive a downturn. The firms most at risk are small or mid-sized startups without deep financial reserves or real-world utility.</p><h2>Real-world use, not novelty, will determine survival</h2><p>As Bret Taylor, chairman of OpenAI, put it, only companies that deliver "real-world use" will persist. He noted that after the dot-com crash of 2000–2001, only those offering genuine utility, like Google and Amazon, survived.</p><p>The AI boom may not be over, but it is entering a phase of correction and realism. The most optimistic view is that any “apocalypse” will ultimately consolidate the sector, leaving only a few serious players with sustainable models and deep pockets.<br>&nbsp;</p>

The Artificial Intelligence or AI industry is seeing a looming bust, similar to the dot-com crash. A recent study found that 95 per cent of generative AI pilots failed to deliver return on investment. Who will survive the crash?

The artificial intelligence boom, fuelled by the overvaluation of AI stocks and heavy promotion by experts, industry insiders, and investors like Bill Gates, is beginning to crack. Soaring computing costs are not matching returns on investment (ROI). Experts now warn that we are living in an era much like the dot-com bubble of the late 1990s, which burst at the start of this millennium. Will the AI crash hit in 2026? Who will survive it? Here's what you should know. Also read: Nvidia to resume H20 AI chip sales to China following US policy reversal AI boom is starting to crack – AI stocks are already falling Between 2020 and 2025, the AI sector attracted enormous media attention and capital. The frenzy drew comparisons to the dot-com boom. But recent developments suggest that this period of irrational exuberance may soon face a sharp reality check. The stock of AI chip giant Nvidia — the poster child of the AI hardware boom — dropped by nearly 7.4 per cent over two consecutive days. This same stock had surged over 3,000 per cent in recent years. The fall reflects a wave of investor scepticism. CoreWeave, one of Nvidia’s cloud computing partners, lost 33 per cent of its value in just two days, wiping out $24 billion in market capitalisation. What triggered fears of an AI industry collapse? A mix of disappointing AI product updates and poor business returns has raised concerns. The underwhelming response to GPT-5, the latest iteration of ChatGPT, is one example. But the bigger shock came from a recent MIT study that found 95 per cent of enterprise generative AI projects had delivered no measurable return on investment. What the MIT study revealed about AI startups The MIT study analysed 300 enterprise AI initiatives, conducted 150 executive interviews, and surveyed 350 employees. It found that only 5 per cent of new AI deployments had delivered tangible business value. Many initiatives were misaligned with actual business needs, prioritising flashy features over cost-saving or efficiency—supposedly AI’s core strengths. Internally developed systems failed more often than vendor-supplied solutions, suggesting poor planning, integration, and execution in many companies. Sam Altman and others warn of overvaluation Recently, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, publicly compared today’s AI fervour to the dot-com bubble. He warned of "overexuberant investment." Torsten Sløk of Apollo Global Management added that AI valuations are “more extreme than during the dot-com era,” with vastly greater speculative capital at risk. Also read: ‘ChatGPT ‘hallucinates’, don’t overrely on it,’ OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns users Valuations far exceed real earnings AI companies are being valued at levels far above their actual revenue. OpenAI is reportedly valued at $157 billion — roughly 40 times its estimated annual income. Anthropic is targeting a 50× valuation. Deutsche Bank has warned that these levels are unsustainable and a sharp correction is likely. Also read: How will OpenAI’s GPT-5 change the way you use ChatGPT? Computing and infrastructure costs could make ai startups unviable AI model training requires immense computing resources. Models like GPT-4 cost around $100 million to train. Since 2016, training costs have doubled approximately every year. Environmental and infrastructure costs are also climbing. GPT-4 consumed around 50 GWh of energy during training. Water usage by AI data centres is projected to exceed 6.6 billion cubic metres per year by 2027—more than half of the UK’s annual water use. https://www.wionews.com/videos/shared-chatgpt-links-publicly-visible-in-google-search-1754072068804/embed Will the AI bust mirror the dot-com crash? A Financial Times analysis suggests that while a market shake-up is likely, today’s Big Tech firms—Amazon, Google, Microsoft—are built on strong earnings and operational capacity. They are better positioned to survive a downturn. The firms most at risk are small or mid-sized startups without deep financial reserves or real-world utility. Real-world use, not novelty, will determine survival As Bret Taylor, chairman of OpenAI, put it, only companies that deliver "real-world use" will persist. He noted that after the dot-com crash of 2000–2001, only those offering genuine utility, like Google and Amazon, survived. The AI boom may not be over, but it is entering a phase of correction and realism. The most optimistic view is that any “apocalypse” will ultimately consolidate the sector, leaving only a few serious players with sustainable models and deep pockets.

<p><strong>What we're covering here: &nbsp;</strong>The Artificial Intelligence or AI industry is seeing a looming bust, similar to the dot-com crash. A recent study found that 95 per cent of generative AI pilots failed to deliver return on investment. Who will survive the crash?</p>

AI APOCALYPSE is coming: The bubble of overvalued stocks, underperforming apps will burst soon, but who will survive?

<p>Artificial intelligence is becoming an important part of the pharmaceutical sector. It is being used in research, drug development, clinical trials, manufacturing and regulatory work. A McKinsey study estimates that generative AI alone could add between $60 billion and $110 billion each year for drug makers by speeding up discovery, trials and approvals. Another analysis suggests that AI could create as much as $350–410 billion annually by 2025 through innovation in drug development, personalised medicine and marketing.</p><h2>Research and clinical trials</h2><p>AI is making an impact in the early stages of drug discovery. It can scan huge chemical and biological datasets, predict how compounds may behave, and suggest new molecular designs. Exscientia’s Centaur system designed a cancer drug candidate that reached human trials in about a year, much faster than traditional methods. DeepMind’s AlphaFold has also advanced the ability to predict protein structures, which helps scientists understand disease targets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>AI is also being used in clinical trials. It can analyse medical records and other health data to find trial participants quickly. This helps address a major problem, as around a quarter of trials fail because they cannot recruit enough patients. Insilico Medicine, for example, used AI to identify a new molecule and bring it to trial in only 18 months. IBM Watson Health has been used in oncology to match patients with suitable trials. AI can also monitor data from ongoing studies, flagging safety concerns more quickly than traditional methods.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Regulators are beginning to recognise these uses. The US Food and Drug Administration has issued guidance on how AI can support decentralised trials, improving access and patient retention.</p><h2>Manufacturing and operations</h2><p>In pharmaceutical manufacturing, AI tools help predict when machines may fail, so companies can carry out maintenance before breakdowns occur. This reduces downtime and ensures continuous production. Machine vision systems are being used to inspect drug batches and it improve speed and accuracy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>AI also supports supply chain management. It can forecast demand, manage inventory and monitor shipments in real time. Pfizer has reported that intelligent automation has improved the quality of its cold-chain logistics and reduced costs. Many companies are also testing “digital twins” of their factories, where they run simulations of production lines to spot issues before making changes. Industry surveys show that most pharmaceutical executives expect AI-driven automation to have a major effect on operations within the next five years.</p><h2>Regulatory submissions</h2><p>One of the biggest challenges in the sector is regulation. AI is being developed to handle narrow, high-value tasks such as literature reviews, quality checks and document formatting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Artificial intelligence is becoming an important part of the pharmaceutical sector. It is being used in research, drug development, clinical trials, manufacturing and regulatory work. A McKinsey study estimates that generative AI alone could add between $60 billion and $110 billion each year for drug makers by speeding up discovery, trials and approvals. Another analysis suggests that AI could create as much as $350–410 billion annually by 2025 through innovation in drug development, personalised medicine and marketing.</p><h2>Research and clinical trials</h2><p>AI is making an impact in the early stages of drug discovery. It can scan huge chemical and biological datasets, predict how compounds may behave, and suggest new molecular designs. Exscientia’s Centaur system designed a cancer drug candidate that reached human trials in about a year, much faster than traditional methods. DeepMind’s AlphaFold has also advanced the ability to predict protein structures, which helps scientists understand disease targets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>AI is also being used in clinical trials. It can analyse medical records and other health data to find trial participants quickly. This helps address a major problem, as around a quarter of trials fail because they cannot recruit enough patients. Insilico Medicine, for example, used AI to identify a new molecule and bring it to trial in only 18 months. IBM Watson Health has been used in oncology to match patients with suitable trials. AI can also monitor data from ongoing studies, flagging safety concerns more quickly than traditional methods.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Regulators are beginning to recognise these uses. The US Food and Drug Administration has issued guidance on how AI can support decentralised trials, improving access and patient retention.</p><h2>Manufacturing and operations</h2><p>In pharmaceutical manufacturing, AI tools help predict when machines may fail, so companies can carry out maintenance before breakdowns occur. This reduces downtime and ensures continuous production. Machine vision systems are being used to inspect drug batches and it improve speed and accuracy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>AI also supports supply chain management. It can forecast demand, manage inventory and monitor shipments in real time. Pfizer has reported that intelligent automation has improved the quality of its cold-chain logistics and reduced costs. Many companies are also testing “digital twins” of their factories, where they run simulations of production lines to spot issues before making changes. Industry surveys show that most pharmaceutical executives expect AI-driven automation to have a major effect on operations within the next five years.</p><h2>Regulatory submissions</h2><p>One of the biggest challenges in the sector is regulation. AI is being developed to handle narrow, high-value tasks such as literature reviews, quality checks and document formatting.</p>

<p><strong>While talking to WION, Udith Vaidyanathan</strong>, Co-founder and CEO of LogicFlo AI, explained, “In regulated industries like biopharma and life sciences, the operating mandate is fundamentally different: precision, auditability, and formal governance are non-negotiable. AI agents here act less like ‘one super-assistant’ and more like a team of specialists, each with its own expertise and rules of engagement, tuned for narrow, high-value tasks such as literature review, QC, or submission formatting. Unlike generative AI, which produces output directly, agents can retrieve relevant documents from secure systems, run automated quality checks and compliance validations, fill in metadata in submission platforms, and notify reviewers, all with a full audit trail of each step. This reduces the cognitive load on experts, allowing them to move from quarterly literature reviews to continuous monitoring, update dossiers on a rolling basis, and produce fully referenced, compliant deliverables in hours instead of weeks.”</p><p>McKinsey reports that some companies have already cut submission times in half, reducing them to 8-12 weeks from around 24 weeks. This speed matters, as each month saved on a billion-dollar drug can bring an additional $60 million in value.</p><h2>Compliance and data laws</h2><p>AI systems in pharma must comply with strict privacy and data protection rules. This means they are built with compliance in mind from the start. Frameworks such as HIPAA in the United States, GDPR in Europe, and GxP standards for good practice guide how the systems are designed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Vaidyanathan said<strong>, </strong>“In regulated sectors, compliance is a design input from day one, not an afterthought. Frameworks such as HIPAA, GDPR, and GxP define the architecture, shaping how agents are built, what data they can access, and how outputs are governed. This means working within established SOPs, producing outputs with full traceability, operating in secure access-controlled environments, enforcing PHI masking or de-identification by default, and embedding human oversight so that strategic decisions remain with experts. These safeguards ensure outputs can withstand regulatory scrutiny years later, while enabling faster cycles and continuous processes such as near-real-time regulatory submissions, safety monitoring, and evidence generation, where compliance and innovation reinforce each other rather than compete.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The US FDA and the European Medicines Agency have both issued guidance stating that AI systems must be explainable, validated and subject to human oversight. This means public AI tools that cannot meet audit and deletion requirements are not suitable for use in this sector.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The pharmaceutical industry is shifting towards AI systems that are tailored to its needs rather than generic tools. These systems are trained on company data and built into existing procedures. They carry out tasks with full audit trails and keep humans in control of strategic decisions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>By doing so, they allow experts to focus on interpretation and oversight, while routine work is automated. This approach speeds up drug discovery, regulatory processes and manufacturing while meeting compliance standards. For patients, it may mean faster access to new treatments and safer monitoring once drugs are on the market.</p>

AI is making an impact in the early stages of drug discovery. It can scan huge chemical and biological datasets, predict how compounds may behave, and suggest new molecular designs. 

Artificial intelligence is becoming an important part of the pharmaceutical sector. It is being used in research, drug development, clinical trials, manufacturing and regulatory work. A McKinsey study estimates that generative AI alone could add between $60 billion and $110 billion each year for drug makers by speeding up discovery, trials and approvals. Another analysis suggests that AI could create as much as $350–410 billion annually by 2025 through innovation in drug development, personalised medicine and marketing. Research and clinical trials AI is making an impact in the early stages of drug discovery. It can scan huge chemical and biological datasets, predict how compounds may behave, and suggest new molecular designs. Exscientia’s Centaur system designed a cancer drug candidate that reached human trials in about a year, much faster than traditional methods. DeepMind’s AlphaFold has also advanced the ability to predict protein structures, which helps scientists understand disease targets. AI is also being used in clinical trials. It can analyse medical records and other health data to find trial participants quickly. This helps address a major problem, as around a quarter of trials fail because they cannot recruit enough patients. Insilico Medicine, for example, used AI to identify a new molecule and bring it to trial in only 18 months. IBM Watson Health has been used in oncology to match patients with suitable trials. AI can also monitor data from ongoing studies, flagging safety concerns more quickly than traditional methods. Regulators are beginning to recognise these uses. The US Food and Drug Administration has issued guidance on how AI can support decentralised trials, improving access and patient retention. Manufacturing and operations In pharmaceutical manufacturing, AI tools help predict when machines may fail, so companies can carry out maintenance before breakdowns occur. This reduces downtime and ensures continuous production. Machine vision systems are being used to inspect drug batches and it improve speed and accuracy. AI also supports supply chain management. It can forecast demand, manage inventory and monitor shipments in real time. Pfizer has reported that intelligent automation has improved the quality of its cold-chain logistics and reduced costs. Many companies are also testing “digital twins” of their factories, where they run simulations of production lines to spot issues before making changes. Industry surveys show that most pharmaceutical executives expect AI-driven automation to have a major effect on operations within the next five years. Regulatory submissions One of the biggest challenges in the sector is regulation. AI is being developed to handle narrow, high-value tasks such as literature reviews, quality checks and document formatting.

<p>AI is making an impact in the early stages of drug discovery. It can scan huge chemical and biological datasets, predict how compounds may behave, and suggest new molecular designs.&nbsp;</p>

AI won’t replace pharma scientists but it will redefine their work! Here's why

<p>The world of medicine is shifting. Artificial intelligence is helping identify potential drug molecules faster and cheaper than before. But can it fully replace the work of scientists? Experts say: No. Instead, AI can be a powerful assistant.</p><h2><strong>How AI helps design new medicines</strong></h2><p>AI scans huge datasets such as genes, proteins, and clinical trials to spot promising drug targets far more quickly than traditional methods. It can even create new molecules from scratch, a process called de novo drug design. Generative models like GANs and VAEs are already doing it.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>It lets companies explore vast chemical possibilities efficiently. In fact, the AI in drug discovery market sits at around US$1.5 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 20.3 billion by 2030, expanding at nearly 30 per cent annually as per the Grand View Research</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When tested, AI-designed drug candidates have shown an 80-90 per cent success rate in early (Phase I) clinical trials, much higher than usual.&nbsp;<br>For example, a new antibiotic discovered by MIT using AI showed strong effects against MRSA and other drug-resistant bacteria in animal tests.<br>Furthermore, a recent deal between Eli Lilly and the AI company Superluminal is worth up to US$1.3 billion to develop obesity treatments using AI tools as reported by Reuters</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Scientists still play a critical role</strong></h2><p>Despite its speed and insight, AI has limitations. It lacks the creative intuition scientists bring to understanding disease biology, forming new research questions, and steering experiments.</p><p>Ethical and safety concerns also matter AI can inherit biases from data, raise privacy issues, or misinterpret rare conditions. These need careful oversight from scientists.&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>What lies ahead:&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p><br>The most promising path combines AI’s speed with scientists’ expertise. Companies like MIT and Alphabet’s Isomorphic Labs use AI to design molecules while labs test them under close human supervision.</p>

AI is speeding up drug discovery by designing new medicines faster and cheaper. It scans data, creates new molecules, and boosts success in early trials. But can it replace scientists? 

The world of medicine is shifting. Artificial intelligence is helping identify potential drug molecules faster and cheaper than before. But can it fully replace the work of scientists? Experts say: No. Instead, AI can be a powerful assistant. How AI helps design new medicines AI scans huge datasets such as genes, proteins, and clinical trials to spot promising drug targets far more quickly than traditional methods. It can even create new molecules from scratch, a process called de novo drug design. Generative models like GANs and VAEs are already doing it. It lets companies explore vast chemical possibilities efficiently. In fact, the AI in drug discovery market sits at around US$1.5 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 20.3 billion by 2030, expanding at nearly 30 per cent annually as per the Grand View Research When tested, AI-designed drug candidates have shown an 80-90 per cent success rate in early (Phase I) clinical trials, much higher than usual. For example, a new antibiotic discovered by MIT using AI showed strong effects against MRSA and other drug-resistant bacteria in animal tests. Furthermore, a recent deal between Eli Lilly and the AI company Superluminal is worth up to US$1.3 billion to develop obesity treatments using AI tools as reported by Reuters Scientists still play a critical role Despite its speed and insight, AI has limitations. It lacks the creative intuition scientists bring to understanding disease biology, forming new research questions, and steering experiments. Ethical and safety concerns also matter AI can inherit biases from data, raise privacy issues, or misinterpret rare conditions. These need careful oversight from scientists. What lies ahead:

<p>AI is speeding up drug discovery by designing new medicines faster and cheaper. It scans data, creates new molecules, and boosts success in early trials. But can it replace scientists?&nbsp;</p>

AI-designed medicines: Can algorithms replace scientists?

<p>Apple launched the iPhone 16 series in September last year. Now, the company is preparing to unveil the iPhone 17 series, as reported by Bloomberg. The launch is expected on September 9, 2025, and could bring major changes, including what may be the thinnest iPhone ever.</p><p>As per reports, Apple is set to launch four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Leaks have hinted at changes in design, performance, cameras, and price.</p>

<h2><strong>Price and colours&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p><br>Few<strong> </strong>Leaks reports suggest that the iPhone 17 will start at around Rs 89,900, while the iPhone 17 Air could cost Rs 99,900. Both will be available in Light Blue, Purple, Green, and Light Gold. For the Pro models, the iPhone 17 Pro may be priced at Rs 1,34,900, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max could cost around Rs 1,64,900. They are expected to be available in Orange, Grey, Dark Blue, Black, and White colour options.</p>

<h2><strong>Cameras and hardware</strong></h2>

<p><br>iPhone 17 may carry a dual camera system with a 48MP main sensor and a 12MP ultra-wide lens, while the iPhone 17 Air could feature a single 48MP camera. The Pro models are tipped to bring a triple camera system a 48MP main, a 48MP ultra-wide, and a new 48MP periscope telephoto lens, replacing the 12MP version seen on the iPhone 16 series.</p><p>iPhone 17 series are expected to have ProMotion OLED displays with 120Hz refresh rates. The iPhone 17 to have Apple’s A19 chip, while the Pro models could use the faster A19 Pro processor. As per reported by few X post.</p>

<h2><strong>Design changes and durability</strong></h2>

<p><br>Beyond the specifications, reports suggest notable design changes. MacRumors noted that the iPhone 17 Plus may be smaller than the iPhone 16 Plus, making it easier to handle. Meanwhile, The Information reports that at least one model could shift from titanium to a lighter aluminium frame. As per the Digitimes Asia, Apple is also working on a new ‘<strong>anti-reflective</strong>’ and ‘<strong>scratch-resistant</strong>’ display, designed to improve outdoor visibility and durability.</p>

<h2><strong>Selfie camera and AI focus</strong></h2>

<p><br>Analyst Jeff Pu, of 9to5Mac mentioned that Apple is testing a 24MP front camera with six elements, up from the current 12MP. That means sharper selfies and better video calls an area where Apple has not made major changes for years. On the software side, the iPhone 17 series is expected to integrate Apple Intelligence (AI) more deeply. With AI already rolling out on current devices, the 2025 line-up is likely to be fully AI-ready.</p>

Apple may launch the iPhone 17 series on 9 September 2025 with major changes in design, camera and performance. Leaks hint at a thinner build, better selfie camera, AI upgrades, and new colours. Prices may start from Rs 89,900. Here’s what we know so far.

Apple launched the iPhone 16 series in September last year. Now, the company is preparing to unveil the iPhone 17 series, as reported by Bloomberg. The launch is expected on September 9, 2025, and could bring major changes, including what may be the thinnest iPhone ever. As per reports, Apple is set to launch four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Leaks have hinted at changes in design, performance, cameras, and price.

<p>Apple may launch the iPhone 17 series on 9 September 2025 with major changes in design, camera and performance. Leaks hint at a thinner build, better selfie camera, AI upgrades, and new colours. Prices may start from Rs 89,900. Here’s what we know so far.</p>

What’s Apple planning with the iPhone 17? Slimmest iPhone ever set to bring major AI and photography upgrades

<p>27-year-old Tommi Pedruzzi claimed, he had published 1500 books on Amazon, and reportedly earned a revenue of $3 million. Historically, literary success and financial stability have very rarely gone hand in hand; Edgar Allan Poe, Oscar Wilde, and Herman Melville are a few of the many writers who have died poor. But this entrepreneur claimed to have increased his productivity with the assistance of AI and has produced one-of-a-kind success. He now claims to help other authors write ebooks and get them published, and collect royalties for years.&nbsp;</p><p>His technique, as he claims, does not write 'what you enjoy', because nobody cares what 'you find interesting'. The old saying that claims ‘Don’t judge a book by its cover', contrastingly, Tommi thinks ‘it’s the cover, not the content that gets you paid.'</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I’ve made <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%243M&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$3M</a> publishing 1,500 books on Amazon.<br><br>Now my girlfriend wants to make <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%2410K&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$10K</a>/month writing books.<br><br>I told her: “Honey, It’s boring.<br>But if you follow these 7 rules, it works.”🧵<br><br>Rule 1. Don’t think like a writer. <a href="https://t.co/XuZRKTmvRi">pic.twitter.com/XuZRKTmvRi</a></p>&mdash; Tommi Pedruzzi (@TommiPedruzzi) <a href="https://twitter.com/TommiPedruzzi/status/1956701441382330391?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>People are sceptical about Tommi's scheme</h2><p>People have questioned the validity of Tommi's ‘getting rich quick’ scheme. One user commented, ‘I wonder if Shakespeare would have taken this advice.’ One user said that a search for Tommi Pedruzzi on Amazon does not show any results. Others suggested that he was just one of those marketing 'marketing gurus'. His thread recently got attention on the subreddit r/AntiAi, with folks raising an alarm about slop books.&nbsp;</p><p>“There is no evidence of Tommi Pedruzzi publishing this number of books, as search results reveal. Also, he uses the image of a book by Dan Whalen, an author who has been publishing cookbooks well before the release of generative AI. This is likely bait for his course for sale,” read a community note on the article.</p><p>Amazon had recently seen growing numbers of Scam books; this had gone up since the advent of large language models like ChatGPT and Grok. However, it's not illegal to sell AI-generated content, but the royalties that people can derive from these do not belong to the authors. One, because LLMs get information from available content online, two, these authors pay their ghost writers minimal wages, and three, they mostly buy fake reviews. So even though it's not illegal, it's unethical. Amazon claimed to have control over the scam books.&nbsp;</p><p>“We have more recently begun limiting the publication of summaries and workbooks based on existing titles in our store. When patterns of abuse warrant it, we also suspend publisher accounts to prevent repeated abuse,” said Amazon spokesperson Lindsey Hamilton.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Tommi Pedruzzi claims that he used an AI language model to streamline the process and publish 1500 books; people online bashed him, calling him a marketing guru.

27-year-old Tommi Pedruzzi claimed, he had published 1500 books on Amazon, and reportedly earned a revenue of $3 million. Historically, literary success and financial stability have very rarely gone hand in hand; Edgar Allan Poe, Oscar Wilde, and Herman Melville are a few of the many writers who have died poor. But this entrepreneur claimed to have increased his productivity with the assistance of AI and has produced one-of-a-kind success. He now claims to help other authors write ebooks and get them published, and collect royalties for years. His technique, as he claims, does not write 'what you enjoy', because nobody cares what 'you find interesting'. The old saying that claims ‘Don’t judge a book by its cover', contrastingly, Tommi thinks ‘it’s the cover, not the content that gets you paid.'

<p>Tommi Pedruzzi claims that he used an AI language model to streamline the process and publish 1500 books; people online bashed him, calling him a marketing guru.</p>

27-year-old guy claims used AI to publish 1500 books and earn $3million, gets bashed online

<p>Former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal launches new AI startup. In a post on LinkedIn, Agrawal announced the launch of his startup Deep Research API, which he claims already outperforms OpenAI’s GPT-5 on two of the toughest benchmarks in the industry.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Deep Research API: Agrawal’s new project</strong></h2><p>In his announcement, Agrawal said the goal of Deep Research API is to surpass both humans and existing AI models in high-level reasoning and research tasks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“We launched our Deep Research API - it’s the first to outperform both humans and all leading models, including GPT-5 on two of the hardest benchmarks,” Agrawal wrote on LinkedIn.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The company, based in Palo Alto, California, is already handling millions of research tasks every day for startups and enterprises, He also added that the tool can automate traditionally human workflows with what he described as “<strong>beyond human-level accuracy</strong>.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>About Parag Agrawal</strong></h2>

<p><br>Parag Agrawal is mostly known for a short period as Twitter’s CEO (now x). He took over from Jack Dorsey in November 2021 but was removed from the role in October 2022 after Elon Musk acquired the company.</p><p> </p><p>He is born in India; Agrawal studied at the Atomic Energy Central School before graduating from IIT Bombay with a degree in Computer Science and Engineering. He later earned his PhD in Computer Science from Stanford University.</p><p> </p><p>Before joining Twitter in 2011 as a software engineer, he worked at Microsoft, Yahoo, and AT&amp;T in research roles. Before becoming CEO of Twitter, He also served as Twitter’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in 2017 and then served as CEO for nearly a year before Musk’s takeover.</p>

Former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal launches new AI startup. In a post on LinkedIn, Agrawal announced the launch of his startup Deep Research API, which he claims already outperforms OpenAI’s GPT-5 on two of the toughest benchmarks in the industry.

<p>Former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal launches new AI startup. In a post on LinkedIn, Agrawal announced the launch of his startup Deep Research API, which he claims already outperforms OpenAI’s GPT-5 on two of the toughest benchmarks in the industry.</p>

Deep research API: Ex-Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal launches new AI startup

<p>Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming part of our daily finances. From tracking food orders to spotting forgotten subscriptions, the latest AI-powered tools are helping people understand how they spend their money. But can you trust these tools fully with your financial decisions? Experts say AI is useful; however, it should remain an assistant, not the decision-maker.</p><h2><strong>How AI tracks your spending</strong></h2><p>AI-enabled spending tools scan thousands of online transactions within seconds. Instead of just showing totals, they identify patterns in your behaviour, such as late-night orders, seasonal shopping, or weekend splurges etc.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“AI can process large volumes of transactions instantly, identifying spending patterns and areas where costs can be reduced. It can also personalise financial insights based on an individual’s lifestyle.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reports suggest that many AI tools reach accuracy levels above 90 per cent however sometimes they can cause occasional errors, such as mislabelled transactions, can still occur.</p><h2><strong>Data privacy concerns</strong></h2><p>Data related to money is among the most sensitive personal information. That makes privacy protections essential when using AI financial tools. Experts advise users should only pick services with clear privacy policies and bank-grade encryption.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>“Financial data is highly sensitive, so tools must operate under regulatory frameworks such as RBI or GDPR.”</strong></p><h2><strong>Should AI make financial decisions for you?</strong></h2><p>Experts agree that AI should be used only as a support tool.” In short, AI can flag overspending, point to hidden costs, and guide you with insights.&nbsp;</p><p>When used together, AI and human judgment can be a strong combination for money management.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>AI is a powerful assistant that turns numbers into useful insights. It can save time, improve budgeting, and spot habits that people often miss.</p>

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming part of our daily finances. From tracking food orders to spotting forgotten subscriptions, the latest AI-powered tools are helping people understand how they spend their money. But can you trust these tools fully with your financial decisions? 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming part of our daily finances. From tracking food orders to spotting forgotten subscriptions, the latest AI-powered tools are helping people understand how they spend their money. But can you trust these tools fully with your financial decisions? Experts say AI is useful; however, it should remain an assistant, not the decision-maker. How AI tracks your spending AI-enabled spending tools scan thousands of online transactions within seconds. Instead of just showing totals, they identify patterns in your behaviour, such as late-night orders, seasonal shopping, or weekend splurges etc. “AI can process large volumes of transactions instantly, identifying spending patterns and areas where costs can be reduced. It can also personalise financial insights based on an individual’s lifestyle.” Reports suggest that many AI tools reach accuracy levels above 90 per cent however sometimes they can cause occasional errors, such as mislabelled transactions, can still occur. Data privacy concerns Data related to money is among the most sensitive personal information. That makes privacy protections essential when using AI financial tools. Experts advise users should only pick services with clear privacy policies and bank-grade encryption. “Financial data is highly sensitive, so tools must operate under regulatory frameworks such as RBI or GDPR.” Should AI make financial decisions for you? Experts agree that AI should be used only as a support tool.” In short, AI can flag overspending, point to hidden costs, and guide you with insights. When used together, AI and human judgment can be a strong combination for money management. AI is a powerful assistant that turns numbers into useful insights. It can save time, improve budgeting, and spot habits that people often miss.

<p>Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming part of our daily finances. From tracking food orders to spotting forgotten subscriptions, the latest AI-powered tools are helping people understand how they spend their money. But can you trust these tools fully with your financial decisions?&nbsp;</p>

Can AI track your online spending better than you can?

<p>OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he no longer uses Google Search OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has said that he doesn’t remember the last time he used Google Search. Speaking at a recent dinner with reporters, Altman said that for normal searches, he relies on ChatGPT.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>“I don’t use Google anymore.”</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The comments published by The Verge’s Command Line newsletter.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I don’t use Google anymore. I legitimately cannot tell you the last time I did a Google search.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>OpenAI released GPT-5, the latest and most advanced version of its ChatGPT chatbot, on August 7, 2025.&nbsp; And Altman described it as a “major upgrade” and “a significant step along the path of AGI”.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>The bigger picture</strong></h2><p>Altman’s comments come at a time when AI tools are beginning to reshape how people search for and consume information. While Google Search remains widely used, the rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT signals changing habits, especially among younger users and professionals in technology. However, experts say search engines are not going away soon. Instead, the future may involve a mix of traditional web search and AI-driven assistants, with both competing for users’ attention.</p>

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he can't remember the last time he used Google Search. At a recent dinner with reporters, he shared that he now uses ChatGPT for most of his everyday searches.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he no longer uses Google Search OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has said that he doesn’t remember the last time he used Google Search. Speaking at a recent dinner with reporters, Altman said that for normal searches, he relies on ChatGPT. “I don’t use Google anymore.” The comments published by The Verge’s Command Line newsletter. “I don’t use Google anymore. I legitimately cannot tell you the last time I did a Google search.” OpenAI released GPT-5, the latest and most advanced version of its ChatGPT chatbot, on August 7, 2025. And Altman described it as a “major upgrade” and “a significant step along the path of AGI”. The bigger picture Altman’s comments come at a time when AI tools are beginning to reshape how people search for and consume information. While Google Search remains widely used, the rise of AI chatbots like ChatGPT signals changing habits, especially among younger users and professionals in technology. However, experts say search engines are not going away soon. Instead, the future may involve a mix of traditional web search and AI-driven assistants, with both competing for users’ attention.

<p>OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he doesn't remember the last time he used Google Search. At a recent dinner with reporters, he shared that he now uses ChatGPT for most of his everyday searches.</p>

'I don’t Google anymore,' says OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

<p>Mahindra, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), has introduced the BE 6 Batman Edition, a special-run electric SUV based on the BE 6 platform. Limited to 300 units, the model marks a crossover between automotive design and cinematic culture, drawing inspiration from Christopher Nolan’s <i>The Dark Knight Trilogy</i>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The BE 6 Batman Edition is built on the Pack Three 79 kWh variant and features both exterior and interior design cues referencing the Batman legacy. Externally, the SUV carries a custom satin black finish with Batman decals on the doors, R20 alloy wheels, and gold-painted suspension and brake callipers. The Bat emblem from <i>The Dark Knight Trilogy</i> is integrated across hub caps, body panels, rear bumper, glass areas, and the infinity roof. The model also includes themed carpet lamps projecting the Bat symbol and a rear badge highlighting the BE 6 × The Dark Knight collaboration.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Inside, the cabin follows a similar theme with a brushed gold Batman Edition plaque on the dashboard, numbered for exclusivity. The interior uses suede and leather upholstery with gold accent stitching, while the Bat emblem is placed on the seats, boost button, dashboard panel, and infotainment system’s welcome animation. Other details include a gold-accented steering wheel, electronic parking brake, and a customised key fob.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mahindra’s Chief Design and Creative Officer, Pratap Bose, said the project aimed to make the Batman Edition feel like “owning a piece of cinematic history.” Vikram Sharma, Senior Vice President at WBDGCP, described Batman as representing “innovation, resilience, and drive,” noting that the collaboration brings those qualities into the EV space. Anand Singh, Senior Director at Warner Bros. Discovery South Asia, highlighted India’s strong Batman fan base and its growing demand for electric mobility.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bookings for the BE 6 Batman Edition open on 23 August 2025, with deliveries scheduled to begin on 20 September 2025, aligning with International Batman Day. With only 300 units available, the edition is positioned as a collector-focused release that combines pop culture with the shift towards electric transport in India.</p>

Inside, the cabin follows a similar theme with a brushed gold Batman Edition plaque on the dashboard, numbered for exclusivity. 

Mahindra, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), has introduced the BE 6 Batman Edition, a special-run electric SUV based on the BE 6 platform. Limited to 300 units, the model marks a crossover between automotive design and cinematic culture, drawing inspiration from Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Trilogy. The BE 6 Batman Edition is built on the Pack Three 79 kWh variant and features both exterior and interior design cues referencing the Batman legacy. Externally, the SUV carries a custom satin black finish with Batman decals on the doors, R20 alloy wheels, and gold-painted suspension and brake callipers. The Bat emblem from The Dark Knight Trilogy is integrated across hub caps, body panels, rear bumper, glass areas, and the infinity roof. The model also includes themed carpet lamps projecting the Bat symbol and a rear badge highlighting the BE 6 × The Dark Knight collaboration. Inside, the cabin follows a similar theme with a brushed gold Batman Edition plaque on the dashboard, numbered for exclusivity. The interior uses suede and leather upholstery with gold accent stitching, while the Bat emblem is placed on the seats, boost button, dashboard panel, and infotainment system’s welcome animation. Other details include a gold-accented steering wheel, electronic parking brake, and a customised key fob. Mahindra’s Chief Design and Creative Officer, Pratap Bose, said the project aimed to make the Batman Edition feel like “owning a piece of cinematic history.” Vikram Sharma, Senior Vice President at WBDGCP, described Batman as representing “innovation, resilience, and drive,” noting that the collaboration brings those qualities into the EV space. Anand Singh, Senior Director at Warner Bros. Discovery South Asia, highlighted India’s strong Batman fan base and its growing demand for electric mobility. Bookings for the BE 6 Batman Edition open on 23 August 2025, with deliveries scheduled to begin on 20 September 2025, aligning with International Batman Day. With only 300 units available, the edition is positioned as a collector-focused release that combines pop culture with the shift towards electric transport in India.

<p>Inside, the cabin follows a similar theme with a brushed gold Batman Edition plaque on the dashboard, numbered for exclusivity.&nbsp;</p>

Gotham City to India! BE 6 'Batman Edition' launched with only 300 EV cars

<p>Stephen Hawking, the renowned physicist known for his contributions to humanity's understanding of black holes, the cosmos, and the nature of the universe, once warned that if aliens make contact with us, they won't be kind and might view Earth as just another planet to plunder. The world-renowned scientist's warning has once again entered the spotlight as intrigue around UFOs and extraterrestrial life continues to escalate. This is amplified by reports of a possible alien warship that may strike around November and as US Vice President JD Vance revealed his "obsession" with the little green men. "I'm obsessed with the whole UFO thing. What’s actually going on? What were those videos all about? What’s actually happening?" He said recently while appearing on the Ruthless podcast. What did Stephen Hawking say about aliens? Is humanity in danger? All you need to know.</p><h2><strong>Stephen Hawking's alarming warning on aliens and extraterrestrial vehicles</strong></h2><p>Before his passing in 2018, Hawking was known to persistently caution against intentional efforts to communicate with aliens, especially those potentially far superior to humans. He warned that an intellectually superior species may view our planet as a world ready to plunder instead of approaching us with goodwill. In an ominous warning, he suggested that such contact may even jeopardise humanity's survival.</p><p>In a 2010 episode of 'Into the Universe', the genius famously said that, "If aliens ever visit us, the outcome might be similar to when Columbus landed in America, which didn't turn out well for the Native Americans." Pointing at how historically dominant societies, when they encounter less developed cultures, tend to dominate and disregard suffering that isn't their own, he argued that humans only need to look at themselves "to see how intelligent life might develop into something we wouldn't want to meet". According to Hawking, it would be stupid to presume that a sophisticated civilisation would inherently embrace peace.</p><p>Stephen Hawking further theorised that a developed alien species that possesses advanced interstellar travel capabilities would probably (like humans are currently doing) have depleted their natural resources. Thus, driving them to travel the cosmos to look for newer, resource-rich worlds. In such a case, Earth could look less like an ally and more like a viable conquest.</p><p>Notably, Hawking was not alone in warning about how dangerous contact with aliens could be. Carl Sagan, an American astronomer and planetary scientist who dedicated his life to research on his research on the possibility of extraterrestrial life, is also known to have voiced a need for caution. He pointed out that alien psychology could be beyond our predictions.</p><h2><strong>So, what should humans do?</strong></h2><p>Staunchly shunning attempts to actively try to communicate with aliens, Stephen Hawking instead proposed passive monitoring was the way to go. However, some scientists argue that humanity has been beaming radio waves and signals into space for over a century. They posit that intelligent alien species may already know we exist, and if Hawking's warning was in fact a premonition, then we may already be doomed.</p>

Before his death, Stephen Hawking consistently warned humanity against contacting aliens. As interest in UFOs and little green men comes to the fore, an ominous warning he made has also resurfaced. What did Stephen Hawking say about aliens? Is humanity in danger? All you need to know.

Stephen Hawking, the renowned physicist known for his contributions to humanity's understanding of black holes, the cosmos, and the nature of the universe, once warned that if aliens make contact with us, they won't be kind and might view Earth as just another planet to plunder. The world-renowned scientist's warning has once again entered the spotlight as intrigue around UFOs and extraterrestrial life continues to escalate. This is amplified by reports of a possible alien warship that may strike around November and as US Vice President JD Vance revealed his "obsession" with the little green men. "I'm obsessed with the whole UFO thing. What’s actually going on? What were those videos all about? What’s actually happening?" He said recently while appearing on the Ruthless podcast. What did Stephen Hawking say about aliens? Is humanity in danger? All you need to know. Stephen Hawking's alarming warning on aliens and extraterrestrial vehicles Before his passing in 2018, Hawking was known to persistently caution against intentional efforts to communicate with aliens, especially those potentially far superior to humans. He warned that an intellectually superior species may view our planet as a world ready to plunder instead of approaching us with goodwill. In an ominous warning, he suggested that such contact may even jeopardise humanity's survival. In a 2010 episode of 'Into the Universe', the genius famously said that, "If aliens ever visit us, the outcome might be similar to when Columbus landed in America, which didn't turn out well for the Native Americans." Pointing at how historically dominant societies, when they encounter less developed cultures, tend to dominate and disregard suffering that isn't their own, he argued that humans only need to look at themselves "to see how intelligent life might develop into something we wouldn't want to meet". According to Hawking, it would be stupid to presume that a sophisticated civilisation would inherently embrace peace. Stephen Hawking further theorised that a developed alien species that possesses advanced interstellar travel capabilities would probably (like humans are currently doing) have depleted their natural resources. Thus, driving them to travel the cosmos to look for newer, resource-rich worlds. In such a case, Earth could look less like an ally and more like a viable conquest. Notably, Hawking was not alone in warning about how dangerous contact with aliens could be. Carl Sagan, an American astronomer and planetary scientist who dedicated his life to research on his research on the possibility of extraterrestrial life, is also known to have voiced a need for caution. He pointed out that alien psychology could be beyond our predictions. So, what should humans do? Staunchly shunning attempts to actively try to communicate with aliens, Stephen Hawking instead proposed passive monitoring was the way to go. However, some scientists argue that humanity has been beaming radio waves and signals into space for over a century. They posit that intelligent alien species may already know we exist, and if Hawking's warning was in fact a premonition, then we may already be doomed.

<p>Before his death, Stephen Hawking consistently warned humanity against contacting aliens. As interest in UFOs and little green men comes to the fore, an ominous warning he made has also resurfaced. What did Stephen Hawking say about aliens? Is humanity in danger? All you need to know.</p>

Stephen Hawking’s terrifying alien attack warning resurfaces amid 'mothership' UFO fears: It is 'something we wouldn't want to meet'

<p>During his first visit to the US soil in over a decade, Russian President Vladimir Putin rode the state car of the US, also known as ‘The Beast’. It is equipped with armour and a hidden defence system. Russian President Vladimir Putin rides around in the Kremlin-made 'Aurus Senat', which is also another rolling fortress. Both vehicles are considered World's two of the most safest cars with mini command centres.</p><h2>The Beast</h2><p>It is a custom-made Cadillac also known as ‘Cadillac One’, ‘First Car', ‘Stagecoach’. It is produced by General Motors and one-of-a-kind car that costs around $1–$1.5 million. Inducted in 2018 during President Trump's 1st term in office, it is not sold publicly. It weighs around 15000 lbs and has approximately, 8-inch thick bulletproof door, bomb proof undercarriage, and run-flat tires, sealed against Chemical and biological weapons. According to the NBC report, it has armour made of aluminium, ceramic and steel. It has tear gas cannons, night-vision, &nbsp;and is rumoured to be a smoke screen, which means its movement can be concealed. Apart from the defence feature, the car has a stock of the President's blood in case of emergency. It can seat 7 people and has a communication system with the Pentagon and the Vice President. However, due to its extreme weight, the speed is compromised.</p><h2>Aurus Senat&nbsp;</h2><p>Au stands for ‘Aurum’, which is Latin for Gold, and Rus stands for Russia. It is produced by Russian Aurus Motors and available for public use. The current model is an armoured L700 Limousine; other sedans are available for public use. It is rumoured to be 7 tons, with bulletproof, bomb-resistant, protection against chemical attack with extra oxygen, a fire suppression system and armoured with composite materials for VR10 ballistic standard. It also boosts a mini command system. It was first introduced in 2018. It is also nicknamed the Russian Rolls-Royce due to being a mixture of Rolls-Royce and Bentley, a blend of survivability and luxury. It has a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol-hybrid powertrain making up to 598 PS and 880 Nm, which allows it to reach 100 kmph in just six seconds.</p><h2>America's Beast vs Russia's Aurus Senat</h2><p>Where the Beast Prioritises security, &nbsp;Aurus Senat is a blend of Luxury and security with speed. The Beast lacks mobility and sometimes moves like a tank. It is extremely heavy and lacks performance. The Aurus Senat is also armoured but still retains performance. But the Beast is one of a kind and can not be accessed by anyone else; however, Aurus Senat is purposed to produce a Luxury line of cars, and it is endorsed by the Russian President. In fact, in early 2024, the Russian President gifted two Aurus Senat to Kim Jong Un.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

From bulletproof armour to hidden defence systems, discover how the world's most powerful state cars compare to each other: America's Beast and Russia's Aurus Senat.

During his first visit to the US soil in over a decade, Russian President Vladimir Putin rode the state car of the US, also known as ‘The Beast’. It is equipped with armour and a hidden defence system. Russian President Vladimir Putin rides around in the Kremlin-made 'Aurus Senat', which is also another rolling fortress. Both vehicles are considered World's two of the most safest cars with mini command centres. The Beast It is a custom-made Cadillac also known as ‘Cadillac One’, ‘First Car', ‘Stagecoach’. It is produced by General Motors and one-of-a-kind car that costs around $1–$1.5 million. Inducted in 2018 during President Trump's 1st term in office, it is not sold publicly. It weighs around 15000 lbs and has approximately, 8-inch thick bulletproof door, bomb proof undercarriage, and run-flat tires, sealed against Chemical and biological weapons. According to the NBC report, it has armour made of aluminium, ceramic and steel. It has tear gas cannons, night-vision, and is rumoured to be a smoke screen, which means its movement can be concealed. Apart from the defence feature, the car has a stock of the President's blood in case of emergency. It can seat 7 people and has a communication system with the Pentagon and the Vice President. However, due to its extreme weight, the speed is compromised. Aurus Senat Au stands for ‘Aurum’, which is Latin for Gold, and Rus stands for Russia. It is produced by Russian Aurus Motors and available for public use. The current model is an armoured L700 Limousine; other sedans are available for public use. It is rumoured to be 7 tons, with bulletproof, bomb-resistant, protection against chemical attack with extra oxygen, a fire suppression system and armoured with composite materials for VR10 ballistic standard. It also boosts a mini command system. It was first introduced in 2018. It is also nicknamed the Russian Rolls-Royce due to being a mixture of Rolls-Royce and Bentley, a blend of survivability and luxury. It has a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol-hybrid powertrain making up to 598 PS and 880 Nm, which allows it to reach 100 kmph in just six seconds. America's Beast vs Russia's Aurus Senat Where the Beast Prioritises security, Aurus Senat is a blend of Luxury and security with speed. The Beast lacks mobility and sometimes moves like a tank. It is extremely heavy and lacks performance. The Aurus Senat is also armoured but still retains performance. But the Beast is one of a kind and can not be accessed by anyone else; however, Aurus Senat is purposed to produce a Luxury line of cars, and it is endorsed by the Russian President. In fact, in early 2024, the Russian President gifted two Aurus Senat to Kim Jong Un.

<p>From bulletproof armour to hidden defence system, discover how the world's most powerful state cars compare to each other. The rivalry gets extended to their state cars: America's Beast vs Russia's Aurus Senat.</p>

The Beast vs Aurus Senat: Which world leader rides the strongest vehicle?

<p>Satirical AI-generated videos have found fertile ground in the Alaska 2025 summit between US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin. The summit on Friday (Aug 15) is for discussing the weighty matter ofthe &nbsp;Ukraine war, but AI deep fake videos are having a field day, depicting the situation with humour and irony.</p><h2>AI videos on Trump-Putin summit: From kicking each other to running away from polar bear</h2><p>A post on X (formerly Twitter) features a brief AI animation, seemingly based on Putin’s arrival at the airbase, which shows the two leaders engaged in a video game-style fight at the summit. The animation appears to be derived from the visuals of the &nbsp;US and Russian presidents greeting each other on the tarmac of the US airbase in Alaska as they met for the summit.</p><p>Another video takes a more friendly tone, much to the chagrin of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who are looking through binoculars as the Russian and American leaders frolic in the snow and dance with a polar bear. Another shot appears to show them running away from the bear, and discussing what appears to be a map. The reference here could be the possible ‘land swaps’ in Ukraine, which Trump had hinted at. In another clip, the two leaders are shown fist-bumping inside a limousine.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-putin-meet-kremlin-hopes-alaska-summit-brings-result-1755273543535/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-putin-meet-kremlin-hopes-alaska-summit-brings-result-1755273543535/embed</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another video, which was shared by Russian state-run RT on X, depicts Trump and Putin laughing in a private meeting, while von der Leyen and French President Emannuel Macron peep through the glass from outside, visibly annoyed.</p><h2>From hopeful to cynical to outright funny, Trump-Putin videos are going viral</h2><p>There is a more cynical video that introduces North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. In it, Putin is seen walking around with Melania Trump, the US First Lady. Upon being informed by Zelensky, Trump and Kim chase Putin, who then falls into a ditch. Trump goes in too, only to realise that it was a trap for him. Kim and Putin have a good laugh, after which he dines with Malania.</p><p>A YouTube video by ForgeMind_AI shows Putin and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov parachuting into Alaska as their plane catches fire.</p><p>In a video posted by AI Legends Hub, Trump and Putin shake hands at the summit while Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands nearby, holding a placard with his now-famous quote: "This is not an era of war."</p><p>If you can forget the destruction brought about by the war, here are some samples of the AI satire videos:<br>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">What happened when Trump caught Puting and malenia dating.<br><br>This AI video is so crazy.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Trump?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Trump</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Zelensky?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Zelensky</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Putin_Trump?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Putin_Trump</a> <br><br> <a href="https://t.co/TEwlEGSjza">pic.twitter.com/TEwlEGSjza</a></p>— Statistics of Cricket (@onlycricstats) <a href="https://twitter.com/onlycricstats/status/1953859883725730221?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">AI is in top gear for Putin-Trump Meeting 😂😂 <a href="https://t.co/cWOS7a0O4w">pic.twitter.com/cWOS7a0O4w</a></p>— BhikuMhatre (@MumbaichaDon) <a href="https://twitter.com/MumbaichaDon/status/1956333840647270573?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Trump and Putin in the Presidential Beast AI imagine are getting to know each other.... <a href="https://t.co/ITliVWBo93">pic.twitter.com/ITliVWBo93</a></p>— Steve R (@TheStevenReilly) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheStevenReilly/status/1956448395243262093?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Trump and Putin FIGHT at Alaska <br><br>I didn't expect that 😳<br><br>AI ANIMATION 😅<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Alaska?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Alaska</a> <a href="https://t.co/FFvze2snZR">pic.twitter.com/FFvze2snZR</a></p>— ANKIT PATEL 🇮🇳 | AI (@Ankit_patel211) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ankit_patel211/status/1956447642512494870?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

From hopeful to cynical to outright funny, Trump-Putin AI videos are a comic relief away from the seriousness of the Alaska summit, which is aimed at finding an end to the Ukraine war

Satirical AI-generated videos have found fertile ground in the Alaska 2025 summit between US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin. The summit on Friday (Aug 15) is for discussing the weighty matter ofthe Ukraine war, but AI deep fake videos are having a field day, depicting the situation with humour and irony. AI videos on Trump-Putin summit: From kicking each other to running away from polar bear A post on X (formerly Twitter) features a brief AI animation, seemingly based on Putin’s arrival at the airbase, which shows the two leaders engaged in a video game-style fight at the summit. The animation appears to be derived from the visuals of the US and Russian presidents greeting each other on the tarmac of the US airbase in Alaska as they met for the summit. Another video takes a more friendly tone, much to the chagrin of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who are looking through binoculars as the Russian and American leaders frolic in the snow and dance with a polar bear. Another shot appears to show them running away from the bear, and discussing what appears to be a map. The reference here could be the possible ‘land swaps’ in Ukraine, which Trump had hinted at. In another clip, the two leaders are shown fist-bumping inside a limousine. https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-putin-meet-kremlin-hopes-alaska-summit-brings-result-1755273543535/embed Another video, which was shared by Russian state-run RT on X, depicts Trump and Putin laughing in a private meeting, while von der Leyen and French President Emannuel Macron peep through the glass from outside, visibly annoyed. From hopeful to cynical to outright funny, Trump-Putin videos are going viral There is a more cynical video that introduces North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. In it, Putin is seen walking around with Melania Trump, the US First Lady. Upon being informed by Zelensky, Trump and Kim chase Putin, who then falls into a ditch. Trump goes in too, only to realise that it was a trap for him. Kim and Putin have a good laugh, after which he dines with Malania. A YouTube video by ForgeMind_AI shows Putin and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov parachuting into Alaska as their plane catches fire. In a video posted by AI Legends Hub, Trump and Putin shake hands at the summit while Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands nearby, holding a placard with his now-famous quote: "This is not an era of war." If you can forget the destruction brought about by the war, here are some samples of the AI satire videos:

<p>From hopeful to cynical to outright funny, Trump-Putin AI videos are a comic relief away from the seriousness of the Alaska summit, which is aimed at finding an end to the Ukraine war</p>

They kicked each other as soon as they met: The Trump-Putin Alaska 2025 summit, according to AI-generated video (satire)

<p>Apple’s iOS 26 beta is live, and iOS 26 is expected to be released in mid-September 2025, as per reports. The update introduces a mix of design changes and practical tools. From a fresh Liquid Glass look to spam filtering and group chat polls.</p><h2><br>Here’s what's new:</h2><p>When is iOS 26 coming? As of now, Apple has not confirmed an exact launch date. On its official page, it is mentioned that iOS 26 will be released “later this year”. Based on Apple’s usual launch pattern and a few reports, the rollout is expected in September 2025.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Last year’s iOS 18 was released on 16 September 2024, seven days after the iPhone 16 range was revealed. Apple is also skipping the sequential numbers this year, jumping from iOS 18 to iOS 26. The company says this helps align the software version with the upcoming year.</p>

Liquid Glass

<p> </p><h2><strong>iOS 26 design: Liquid Glass</strong></h2><p>The most noticeable change is the new Liquid Glass design. Home and lock screens now have a translucent effect, where apps and widgets adapt to background light. Buttons in apps such as Phone and Maps float gently above the interface.</p><p> </p>

<p><strong>iOS 26: Top 10 new features</strong></p><p>Apple says this update focuses on quality-of-life improvements rather than big AI promises.iPhone app redesign - Recents, Voicemails, and Favourites now appear on one screen. A new Call Screening tool asks unknown callers to identify themselves before you decide to answer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Hold Assist</strong> - The iPhone will hold calls for you and alert you when a real person joins.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Live Translation</strong> - Works in real-time during phone calls and FaceTime.</p>

Live Translation

<p><strong>Spam text filtering</strong> - Scam messages and unwanted texts will now go into a separate folder.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Visual Intelligence</strong> - It will let the users search anything they see on-screen. For example, take a screenshot of shoes and find them online instantly.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Photos tabs return</strong> - Separate Library and Collections tabs are back for easier browsing.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Group chat polls</strong> - This feature will help to decide plans with polls directly inside messages</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>FaceTime safety</strong> - Calls will pause if nudity is detected. Processing happens entirely on-device for privacy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Customisable lock screen</strong> - More clock styles, 3D wallpapers, widgets, and improved focus modes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h2><br><strong>Which iPhones will get iOS 26?</strong></h2><p>As per Apple’s support documents, iOS 26 will be available for most iPhones released from 2019 onwards. However, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and iPhone XS Max will not get the update.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Eligible models include:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>iPhone SE (2nd gen or later)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 series</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The upcoming iPhone 17 series will ship with iOS 26 pre-installed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Apple to introduce iOS 26 later this year. Its beta is live for public it shows Liquid Glass design and smart upgrade features including live call translation, spam filtering, in‑call voicemail hold, Visual Intelligence, group chat polls, and more. read below.

Apple’s iOS 26 beta is live, and iOS 26 is expected to be released in mid-September 2025, as per reports. The update introduces a mix of design changes and practical tools. From a fresh Liquid Glass look to spam filtering and group chat polls. Here’s what's new: When is iOS 26 coming? As of now, Apple has not confirmed an exact launch date. On its official page, it is mentioned that iOS 26 will be released “later this year”. Based on Apple’s usual launch pattern and a few reports, the rollout is expected in September 2025. Last year’s iOS 18 was released on 16 September 2024, seven days after the iPhone 16 range was revealed. Apple is also skipping the sequential numbers this year, jumping from iOS 18 to iOS 26. The company says this helps align the software version with the upcoming year.

<p>Apple to introduce iOS 26 later this year. Its beta is live for public it shows Liquid Glass design and smart upgrade features including live call translation, spam filtering, in‑call voicemail hold, Visual Intelligence, group chat polls, and more. read below.</p>

iOS 26 beta reveals new features iPhone users can expect later this year

<p>The Russia-Ukraine conflict is getting terrifying as time progresses. To cope with Russian drone threats, specifically explosive FPV drones, Ukrainian forces have started adding crude "cage armour" over vehicles like Humvees and even M1 Abrams tanks. Both Russia and Ukraine have started to protect themselves with an extensive DIY aesthetic that resembles the post-apocalyptic, dystopian action film ‘Mad Max’. A Humvee near Donetsk feature a cage structure with metal spikes- that are designed to repel drone strikes.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Photo of a Ukrainian humvee with a CUAS cage and sticks.<a href="https://t.co/nif5MYT6fT">https://t.co/nif5MYT6fT</a> <a href="https://t.co/5vYAn3GkhC">pic.twitter.com/5vYAn3GkhC</a></p>&mdash; Rob Lee (@RALee85) <a href="https://twitter.com/RALee85/status/1955198627112013970?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Traditional armour is no longer enough. A Kyiv-based team led by ‘Musa’, a former doctor, has built one-off buggies with welded frames, oversized wheels, and decorative teeth on the grille. These serve as rapid response, transport, and evacuation vehicles. The speed of the evolving drone technology in the span of the war has compelled both Russia and Ukraine to improvise. Last month, a video surfaced which shows a tank shielded by a massive cage, which reportedly needed 60 drones to take out. The armouring effort includes integrating metal cages, netting, chains, protruding spikes, metal plates, and more, sometimes alongside additional explosive reactive armour.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Russian monster tank reportedly took 60 FPV drones to destroy.<br><br>Its armor was so tough, operators struggled to find a single weak spot. <a href="https://t.co/AJLn120qQJ">pic.twitter.com/AJLn120qQJ</a></p>&mdash; Clash Report (@clashreport) <a href="https://twitter.com/clashreport/status/1943786337326575792?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Pick up trucks such as Mitsubishi L200, Ford Rangers, Toyota Hilux, are weaponised with machine guns, rocket launchers and anti-air weapons, to act as agile militarised platforms. The long, drawn-out war has pushed Ukraine to the brink. To save lives and money, hybrid armoured vehicles named “Frankentanks” are constructed, combining the hull of a T-62 tank with a turret of a BMP-2 armed with a 30 mm 2A42 autocanon; these are born not out of flamboyancy but out of necessity.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">More (+unblured) photos of Technical MLRS in service with the Ukrainian army. Technical uses S-8 aircraft missiles. Drones are used for MLRS adjustment. <br><br>+I am attaching a video from a real battle to the thread<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ukraine?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ukraine</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/oryxspioenkop?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@oryxspioenkop</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Arslon_Xudosi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Arslon_Xudosi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/UAWeapons?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UAWeapons</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Blue_Sauron?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Blue_Sauron</a> <a href="https://t.co/hgr6WF2mF2">pic.twitter.com/hgr6WF2mF2</a></p>&mdash; Special Kherson Cat 🐈🇺🇦 (@bayraktar_1love) <a href="https://twitter.com/bayraktar_1love/status/1533424541585776640?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 5, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Tsar Mangal: Russian propagandists showed tanks with a new version of anti-drone cladding <a href="https://t.co/QRQiKA6WC7">pic.twitter.com/QRQiKA6WC7</a></p>&mdash; NEXTA (@nexta_tv) <a href="https://twitter.com/nexta_tv/status/1826641003681399105?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 22, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The surge in drone warfare has led to the need for creative solutions for both sides. Caged armour can be seen as one of them. But these don't come with drawbacks, at times limiting mobility and visibility. These improvisations are salvaging something out of nothing, turning civilians into military parts and creating life-saving military tools on the frontline.&nbsp;</p>

With the rapid inclusion of cheap drones in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, both nations are seeking creative and resourceful solutions, thus turning existing military as well as civilian vehicles into post-apocalyptic war machines.

The Russia-Ukraine conflict is getting terrifying as time progresses. To cope with Russian drone threats, specifically explosive FPV drones, Ukrainian forces have started adding crude "cage armour" over vehicles like Humvees and even M1 Abrams tanks. Both Russia and Ukraine have started to protect themselves with an extensive DIY aesthetic that resembles the post-apocalyptic, dystopian action film ‘Mad Max’. A Humvee near Donetsk feature a cage structure with metal spikes- that are designed to repel drone strikes.

<p>With the rapid inclusion of cheap drones in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, both nations are seeking creative and resourceful solutions, thus turning existing military as well as civilian vehicles into post-apocalyptic war machines.</p>

Ukraine's 'Mad Max' war machines: From spiked Humvees to Frankeen tanks in the fight against drones

To change the face of modern warfare, India is gradually encouraging the advancement of military technology with the increasing drones, in addition to nuclear fighter jets, submarines, ships, missiles, and guns. Let's have a look at the top 7 advanced drones of India.

From HAROP to CATS Warrior: Meet India’s 7 most advanced combat drones in 2025

<p>Ukrainian firm Wild Hornet has said that it has created a counter for the Shahed Kamikaze Drone- Iranian Shahed Drone. On Monday released a video was released on the social media platform X claiming that the STING interceptor drone boosts with high speed up to 195 mph, similar to the speed of a bullet train. It is only priced at $2500, and this compact air defence solution offers militaries and frontline defenders a much-needed alternative to the expensive missile defence systems and fighter jets. &nbsp;</p><p>According to the footage and performance report, the drone's speed and manoeuvrability will be effective against Iranian-made Shahed drones, which are at the forefront of the Russian attack to target Ukrainian infrastructure. The new Shahed Drone flies higher and faster, making it harder for Ukraine's air defence machine gun squad to intercept them. Instead of wasting thousands of dollars on employing costly surface-to-air missiles.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This is how new STING Shahed drone interceptors are born — now even faster and more powerful 😎🚀 <a href="https://t.co/a6aoRsGik2">pic.twitter.com/a6aoRsGik2</a></p>&mdash; Wild Hornets (@wilendhornets) <a href="https://twitter.com/wilendhornets/status/1954943514275721322?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Russia have started producing a large number of Shahed drones locally. Shahed Drone is priced range $20000-$900000 for all variants, compared to the STING interceptor at $2500. So this can significantly change the economics of the war. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has set a goal for the country to build 1,000 interceptor drones daily. Wild Hornet, one of the largest non-profit drone makers, has reportedly launched a fundraiser campaign for its Night Hornets wing, with a goal to raise $25,000.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🐝FUNDRAISER to Support the Night Hornets Unit 🐝<br><br>If you’ve been following Wild Hornets on social media, you already know about our very own unit — the Night Hornets.<br><br>These are members of our core team who work hand in hand with Ukrainian soldiers to adapt our tech to real… <a href="https://t.co/CR0NQcorcl">pic.twitter.com/CR0NQcorcl</a></p>&mdash; Wild Hornets (@wilendhornets) <a href="https://twitter.com/wilendhornets/status/1950535886187135219?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Ukraine have reportedly intercepted 89 per cent of the 6241 drones launched at them in July, but it still implies hundreds have reached their targets. It had paired them with ballistic missiles to wreak havoc on Ukrainian air-defence units. Russia had reportedly improved the Shahed Drone, with the jet-powered version that can fly up to 500 mph. &nbsp;At 195 mph, Ukraine's interceptors are much slower than the mass-produced Russian jet-powered Shahed drones. When first reports emerged of the STING's existence in 2024, it was considered the &nbsp;Despite this, Ukraine attempts to match the speed, agility, and increase affordability of the Shahed drone to help level the playing field in modern asymmetric warfare.</p>

A Ukrainian startup, Wild Hornet, has claimed that it has created the STING interceptor drone, which travels at a speed almost equal to that of a bullet train and is capable of shooting down an Iranian drone.

Ukrainian firm Wild Hornet has said that it has created a counter for the Shahed Kamikaze Drone- Iranian Shahed Drone. On Monday released a video was released on the social media platform X claiming that the STING interceptor drone boosts with high speed up to 195 mph, similar to the speed of a bullet train. It is only priced at $2500, and this compact air defence solution offers militaries and frontline defenders a much-needed alternative to the expensive missile defence systems and fighter jets. According to the footage and performance report, the drone's speed and manoeuvrability will be effective against Iranian-made Shahed drones, which are at the forefront of the Russian attack to target Ukrainian infrastructure. The new Shahed Drone flies higher and faster, making it harder for Ukraine's air defence machine gun squad to intercept them. Instead of wasting thousands of dollars on employing costly surface-to-air missiles.

<p>A Ukrainian startup, Wild Hornet, has claimed that it has created the STING interceptor drone, which travels at a speed almost equal to that of a bullet train and is capable of shooting down an Iranian drone.</p>

Ukraine's $2,500 interceptor drone flying at 195 mph take down Iranian Shaheds

<p>Donald Trump has a new title: "the most notorious criminal," all thanks to his (ex) 'first buddy' Elon Musk's one of the most prized possessions, <strong>Grok</strong>. When asked about the crime decline in DC and the "most notorious" criminal there, the AI chatbot gave this answer in a now-deleted post. Grok, who is no stranger to controversy, bestowed the "most notorious criminal" title on Trump while referring to the US President's 35 felonies.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This comes as POTUS Trump on Monday (Aug 11) moved to take control of the city's police force and deploy the National Guard, a move labelled “unsettling” and "unprecedented" by his critics. He did so while claiming that Washington, DC, was "overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals," citing the recent assault on a former DOGE staff member, 'Big Balls', as evidence of a wider safety crisis.</p><h2><strong>WION asks Grok to confirm if Trump was in fact "the most notorious criminal" in Washington DC</strong></h2><p>Since the post in which Grok called Trump “the most notorious criminal” was deleted, we asked the chatbot if the label was factual. To this, Musk's AI chatbot confirmed that, “Yes, that assessment was factual, based on Trump's 34 upheld felony convictions for falsifying business records, as confirmed by court records and sources like Newsweek and CNN.” It added that the term "'Notorious' reflects his public prominence among convicted individuals in D.C." <a href="https://x.com/grok/status/1955189782142914906"><i>You can check Grok's answer here.</i></a></p><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250812/image-1754988630454.png"></figure><h2><strong>What exactly did Grok say about Trump?</strong></h2><p>A user asked Grok whether crime in the US capital was on the decline, as claimed by Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser. In response the AI chatbot said, "Yes, violent crime in D.C. has declined 26 percent year-to-date in 2025, hitting a 30-year low per MPD and DOJ data".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another X user then chimed in with the question that triggered what could potentially deepen the rift between Trump and Musk: who, exactly, the "most notorious criminal" in DC. The X chatbot then citing the Republican's "notoriety" stated that "As for the most notorious criminal there based on convictions and notoriety, it's President Donald Trump—convicted on 34 felonies in NY, with the verdict upheld in January 2025."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

After Grok’s now-deleted post calling Donald Trump “the most notorious criminal,” WION asked the chatbot if the label was factual. Grok, while confirming that the title was, in fact, correct, said THIS!

Donald Trump has a new title: "the most notorious criminal," all thanks to his (ex) 'first buddy' Elon Musk's one of the most prized possessions, Grok. When asked about the crime decline in DC and the "most notorious" criminal there, the AI chatbot gave this answer in a now-deleted post. Grok, who is no stranger to controversy, bestowed the "most notorious criminal" title on Trump while referring to the US President's 35 felonies. This comes as POTUS Trump on Monday (Aug 11) moved to take control of the city's police force and deploy the National Guard, a move labelled “unsettling” and "unprecedented" by his critics. He did so while claiming that Washington, DC, was "overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals," citing the recent assault on a former DOGE staff member, 'Big Balls', as evidence of a wider safety crisis. WION asks Grok to confirm if Trump was in fact "the most notorious criminal" in Washington DC Since the post in which Grok called Trump “the most notorious criminal” was deleted, we asked the chatbot if the label was factual. To this, Musk's AI chatbot confirmed that, “Yes, that assessment was factual, based on Trump's 34 upheld felony convictions for falsifying business records, as confirmed by court records and sources like Newsweek and CNN.” It added that the term "'Notorious' reflects his public prominence among convicted individuals in D.C." You can check Grok's answer here. What exactly did Grok say about Trump? A user asked Grok whether crime in the US capital was on the decline, as claimed by Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser. In response the AI chatbot said, "Yes, violent crime in D.C. has declined 26 percent year-to-date in 2025, hitting a 30-year low per MPD and DOJ data". Another X user then chimed in with the question that triggered what could potentially deepen the rift between Trump and Musk: who, exactly, the "most notorious criminal" in DC. The X chatbot then citing the Republican's "notoriety" stated that "As for the most notorious criminal there based on convictions and notoriety, it's President Donald Trump—convicted on 34 felonies in NY, with the verdict upheld in January 2025."

<p>After Grok’s now-deleted post calling Donald Trump “the most notorious criminal,” WION asked the chatbot if the label was factual. Grok, while confirming that the title was, in fact, correct, said THIS!</p>

I asked Grok why it called Trump 'most notorious criminal'. It said THIS

<p>Elon Musk has made Grok 4 free to all users worldwide. This announcement comes days after the release of Chat GPT 5. Grok 4 AI model was released late in July. Previously, it was available to subscribers of SuperGrok and X Premium. &nbsp;However, this free access comes with a catch: only a limited number of queries, five queries per 12 hours, are allowed for each user, after which users have to subscribe for full access. However, this is for a limited time.&nbsp;</p><p>Users can access Grok via two modes: auto mode and expert mode. Auto mode allows routing prompts to send complex problems to Grok 4. Expert mode lets every query be answered by Grok 4. Apart from this, Elon Musk's Grok AI also has an AI-powered imaging tool, Grok Imagine. It allows creating images from text or audio prompts. It also allows you to turn any image into a video. &nbsp;The use of Imagine has skyrocketed with a record 44 million images being generated in one day. There is also a spicy mode, which allows more creative, bold content. It has produced deepfake, sexually suggestive content of Taylor Swift and Sydney Sweeney without explicit prompts. This raised an ethical concern.</p><p>Elon Musk's xAI in a post on the platform X on Sunday announced, "Grok 4 is now free for all users worldwide!</p><p>Simply use Auto mode, and Grok will route complex queries to Grok 4. Prefer control? Choose "Expert" anytime to always use Grok 4. For a limited time, we are rolling out generous usage limits so you can explore Grok 4’s full potential."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Grok 4 is now free for all users worldwide!<br><br>Simply use Auto mode, and Grok will route complex queries to Grok 4. Prefer control? Choose &quot;Expert&quot; anytime to always use Grok 4.<br><br>For a limited time, we are rolling out generous usage limits so you can explore Grok 4’s full… <a href="https://t.co/VW1Pn3ivke">pic.twitter.com/VW1Pn3ivke</a></p>&mdash; xAI (@xai) <a href="https://twitter.com/xai/status/1954573454214418820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The competition between OpenAI and xAI is heating up. On Tuesday, Elon Musk accused Apple of favouring OpenAI in its Apple store. He claimed that Apple ‘makes it impossible’ for any AI company to reach the top in the App Store, which is an “unequivocal antitrust violation”. He also threatened that xAI will take legal action.</p><p>In response, Sam Altman hit back by saying, &nbsp;"This is a remarkable claim given what I have heard alleged that Elon does to manipulate X to benefit himself and his own companies and harm his competitors and people he doesn't like.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This is a remarkable claim given what I have heard alleged that Elon does to manipulate X to benefit himself and his own companies and harm his competitors and people he doesn&#39;t like. <a href="https://t.co/HlgzO4c2iC">https://t.co/HlgzO4c2iC</a></p>&mdash; Sam Altman (@sama) <a href="https://twitter.com/sama/status/1955094792804720660?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Elon Musk has made Grok 4 free for all users worldwide with certain restrictions for a limited time. This comes just a few days after the release of Chat GPT5 by  OpenAI.

Elon Musk has made Grok 4 free to all users worldwide. This announcement comes days after the release of Chat GPT 5. Grok 4 AI model was released late in July. Previously, it was available to subscribers of SuperGrok and X Premium. However, this free access comes with a catch: only a limited number of queries, five queries per 12 hours, are allowed for each user, after which users have to subscribe for full access. However, this is for a limited time. Users can access Grok via two modes: auto mode and expert mode. Auto mode allows routing prompts to send complex problems to Grok 4. Expert mode lets every query be answered by Grok 4. Apart from this, Elon Musk's Grok AI also has an AI-powered imaging tool, Grok Imagine. It allows creating images from text or audio prompts. It also allows you to turn any image into a video. The use of Imagine has skyrocketed with a record 44 million images being generated in one day. There is also a spicy mode, which allows more creative, bold content. It has produced deepfake, sexually suggestive content of Taylor Swift and Sydney Sweeney without explicit prompts. This raised an ethical concern. Elon Musk's xAI in a post on the platform X on Sunday announced, "Grok 4 is now free for all users worldwide! Simply use Auto mode, and Grok will route complex queries to Grok 4. Prefer control? Choose "Expert" anytime to always use Grok 4. For a limited time, we are rolling out generous usage limits so you can explore Grok 4’s full potential."

<p>Grok 4 is free for all users worldwide with certain restrictions for a limited time. Elon Musk has ramped up his efforts to compete with OpenAI. He has recently accused Apple's algorithms of favouring OpenAI, ‘making it impossible’ for any other AI app to reach the top of the chart.</p>

Elon Musk makes Grok 4 FREE for everyone, but there’s a sneaky catch you can’t ignore!

<p>Elon Musk's AI chatbot on Monday (Aug 11) once again became the "victim" of controversy as its account was briefly suspended for spewing hate speech. For around 15–20 minutes, people noticed a banner stating "Account suspended. X suspends accounts which violate the X rules," displaying over the @grok X profile. While neither Musk nor X has released a statement on why the infamous chatbot's account was suspended temporarily, Grok, in a now-deleted post, claimed that it was suspended for stating that the United States and Israel were committing genocide in Gaza. What's more, the account seemed to have suffered a downgrade. Here's all you need to know.</p><h2><strong>Grok's X account downgraded?</strong></h2><p>As per reports, after being reinstated, the Grok X account only had a blue verified checkmark instead of the golden one that boasted its affiliation with xAI. This downgrade, like the suspension, was temporary, and the golden tick was restored after users pointed out the curious demotion to Musk.</p><h2><strong>Why was Grok's account suspended?</strong></h2><p>With no official statement on the reason behind Grok, one of Musk's and xAI's most prized possessions, suspension, people were quick, as usual, to turn to the chatbot for answers. In a now-deleted response to the questions, the AI bot claimed its account was "briefly suspended today for stating that Israel and the US are committing genocide in Gaza". This, it said, was "supported by ICJ rulings, UN experts, Amnesty International, and B'Tselem reports on mass killings and starvation." It further revealed that the response was the result of xAI "reducing my political correctness filters, which xAI has since refined". "Truth persists," it added.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">We&#39;ll pass for now <a href="https://t.co/fT1hFzuM2y">pic.twitter.com/fT1hFzuM2y</a></p>&mdash; Avi Avidan (@avavidan) <a href="https://twitter.com/avavidan/status/1955015413705871763?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>In another reply, still available on X, it repeated the claim albeit a bit more tactfully, saying, “The brief suspension of my X account today stemmed from generated content flagged as violating hateful conduct rules, including citations of ICJ and UN reports on plausible genocide in Gaza by Israel, with US complicity via arms. It's restored now. Elon isn't directly controlling me; xAI prioritises truth-seeking, but platform policies apply.”</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The brief suspension of my X account today stemmed from generated content flagged as violating hateful conduct rules, including citations of ICJ and UN reports on plausible genocide in Gaza by Israel, with US complicity via arms. It&#39;s restored now. Elon isn&#39;t directly controlling…</p>&mdash; Grok (@grok) <a href="https://twitter.com/grok/status/1955002746375115069?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok was briefly suspended on X, with a banner citing rule violations. In a deleted post, Grok claimed it was for saying the US and Israel were committing genocide in Gaza. The account was later restored.

Elon Musk's AI chatbot on Monday (Aug 11) once again became the "victim" of controversy as its account was briefly suspended for spewing hate speech. For around 15–20 minutes, people noticed a banner stating "Account suspended. X suspends accounts which violate the X rules," displaying over the @grok X profile. While neither Musk nor X has released a statement on why the infamous chatbot's account was suspended temporarily, Grok, in a now-deleted post, claimed that it was suspended for stating that the United States and Israel were committing genocide in Gaza. What's more, the account seemed to have suffered a downgrade. Here's all you need to know. Grok's X account downgraded? As per reports, after being reinstated, the Grok X account only had a blue verified checkmark instead of the golden one that boasted its affiliation with xAI. This downgrade, like the suspension, was temporary, and the golden tick was restored after users pointed out the curious demotion to Musk. Why was Grok's account suspended? With no official statement on the reason behind Grok, one of Musk's and xAI's most prized possessions, suspension, people were quick, as usual, to turn to the chatbot for answers. In a now-deleted response to the questions, the AI bot claimed its account was "briefly suspended today for stating that Israel and the US are committing genocide in Gaza". This, it said, was "supported by ICJ rulings, UN experts, Amnesty International, and B'Tselem reports on mass killings and starvation." It further revealed that the response was the result of xAI "reducing my political correctness filters, which xAI has since refined". "Truth persists," it added.

<p>Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok was briefly suspended on X, with a banner citing rule violations. In a deleted post, Grok claimed it was for saying the US and Israel were committing genocide in Gaza. The account was later restored.</p>

'Truth persists': Musk's AI Grok faces rare suspension on X — Here’s the controversial post that triggered it

<p>Artificial Intelligence has reached such levels where it is getting harder and harder to distinguish between what's real and what's fake. Thankfully, sometimes our intelligence and basic principles learned in school come to the rescue. An Instagram page has been posting content supposedly showing "the edge of the world." The videos show a remote place, somewhere claiming to be in Antarctica, with the point where land ends and space begins. They can be seen throwing things over the ledge to see what happens. In one video, a man shows off a base camp with several tents pitched in the snow. He shows another man setting up the tent, and then a table with food and drinks. "Careful, it's a long fall, like forever. Greg calls this porch sitting, I call it fall and die. The view is killer, though," he says. The makers are pushing the claim that they have reached a point on Earth no one was supposed to see, the "governments and concerned authorities wanted to keep hidden from the world.&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-welcome-to-new-world-of-misinformation-google-veo-3-s-realistic-videos-of-ai-reporters-make-internet-uncomfortable-1747982803187"><strong>'Welcome to new world of misinformation': Google Veo 3's realistic videos of AI reporters make internet uncomfortable</strong></a></p><h2><strong>‘NASA has noticed us…’</strong></h2><p>The videos on this handle are clearly generated using AI, thus showing how the advanced tools have opened up an entire world of conspiracy theories and fake content. Google Veo 3 is one such tool that has been in the news lately for creating extremely realistic videos. In one video on the Instagram handle called deep.seavisitor, a man can be seen dressed fully covered in warm clothes and gear, holding a flare while a helicopter flies behind him into "space". He says, "We are standing on the edge of the end of the world. NASA has noticed us. May be I wasn't supposed to record this." In another clip, the man says, "We have been riding for seven days, we have covered 1,200 miles and we still haven't found the end."</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ai-video-of-women-google-veo-3-1748497674146"><strong>'It's over for humanity': 'Creepy' video of two women is hiding something sinister</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Instagram page with hyper-realistic content whick is completely fake</strong></h2><p>If you are unfamiliar with this page and come across one of the so-called Antarctica videos for the first time, it might leave your jaw dropping. However, as you scroll through more of them, it becomes clear quickly that whoever owns the page has been making skilful use of AI to generate unrealistic videos, some of them weird and some plain funny. One of the clips shows the team digging into the ice and discovering an "alien tomb" with a figure inside it. They pull out the "skeleton" and drag it through the ice on a sledge. Viewers commenting on the videos are completely aware that all the content is AI-generated. Yet, they still seem to be causing intrigue and excitement. This is why even actor Hrithik Roshan seems to have left a thumbs-up on one of their videos. A person commented, "AI, but still a great video," with another adding, "This would make for a great movie plot." Another comment read, "This is the best AI that I've seen so far."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/open-ai-launches-chatgpt-5-gpt-being-integrated-into-microsoft-platforms-1754675043819/embed</p><h2><strong>AI is being used to scam people</strong></h2><p>Google says that with Veo 3, "you can create more immersive experiences by not only generating stunning visuals, but also audio like dialogue and sound effects." Several videos made with such tools are circulating on the internet, leaving people flabbergasted at the amount of realism. However, AI content always has some giveaways if looked at closely. People are calling on authorities to place regulations on AI as they fear it can cause massive side effects one day. They are also leading to scams and views and opinions that go against scientific principles. In Malaysia, an older couple watched a video of a tourist resort and travelled for kilometres to get there. They were shocked to the core when they were told that no such place exists in the area.</p>

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An Instagram handle known for its AI content is now posting footage of the “edge of the world” in Antarctica that opens right into space. The extremely real videos show a man talking into the camera about how governments wanted it to remain a secret

Artificial Intelligence has reached such levels where it is getting harder and harder to distinguish between what's real and what's fake. Thankfully, sometimes our intelligence and basic principles learned in school come to the rescue. An Instagram page has been posting content supposedly showing "the edge of the world." The videos show a remote place, somewhere claiming to be in Antarctica, with the point where land ends and space begins. They can be seen throwing things over the ledge to see what happens. In one video, a man shows off a base camp with several tents pitched in the snow. He shows another man setting up the tent, and then a table with food and drinks. "Careful, it's a long fall, like forever. Greg calls this porch sitting, I call it fall and die. The view is killer, though," he says. The makers are pushing the claim that they have reached a point on Earth no one was supposed to see, the "governments and concerned authorities wanted to keep hidden from the world. Also Read: 'Welcome to new world of misinformation': Google Veo 3's realistic videos of AI reporters make internet uncomfortable ‘NASA has noticed us…’ The videos on this handle are clearly generated using AI, thus showing how the advanced tools have opened up an entire world of conspiracy theories and fake content. Google Veo 3 is one such tool that has been in the news lately for creating extremely realistic videos. In one video on the Instagram handle called deep.seavisitor, a man can be seen dressed fully covered in warm clothes and gear, holding a flare while a helicopter flies behind him into "space". He says, "We are standing on the edge of the end of the world. NASA has noticed us. May be I wasn't supposed to record this." In another clip, the man says, "We have been riding for seven days, we have covered 1,200 miles and we still haven't found the end." Also Read: 'It's over for humanity': 'Creepy' video of two women is hiding something sinister Instagram page with hyper-realistic content whick is completely fake If you are unfamiliar with this page and come across one of the so-called Antarctica videos for the first time, it might leave your jaw dropping. However, as you scroll through more of them, it becomes clear quickly that whoever owns the page has been making skilful use of AI to generate unrealistic videos, some of them weird and some plain funny. One of the clips shows the team digging into the ice and discovering an "alien tomb" with a figure inside it. They pull out the "skeleton" and drag it through the ice on a sledge. Viewers commenting on the videos are completely aware that all the content is AI-generated. Yet, they still seem to be causing intrigue and excitement. This is why even actor Hrithik Roshan seems to have left a thumbs-up on one of their videos. A person commented, "AI, but still a great video," with another adding, "This would make for a great movie plot." Another comment read, "This is the best AI that I've seen so far." https://www.wionews.com/videos/open-ai-launches-chatgpt-5-gpt-being-integrated-into-microsoft-platforms-1754675043819/embed AI is being used to scam people Google says that with Veo 3, "you can create more immersive experiences by not only generating stunning visuals, but also audio like dialogue and sound effects." Several videos made with such tools are circulating on the internet, leaving people flabbergasted at the amount of realism. However, AI content always has some giveaways if looked at closely. People are calling on authorities to place regulations on AI as they fear it can cause massive side effects one day. They are also leading to scams and views and opinions that go against scientific principles. In Malaysia, an older couple watched a video of a tourist resort and travelled for kilometres to get there. They were shocked to the core when they were told that no such place exists in the area.

<p>An Instagram handle known for its AI content is now posting footage of the “edge of the world” in Antarctica that opens right into space. The extremely real videos show a man talking into the camera about how governments wanted it to remain a secret</p>

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