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The Trump administration invited staff from major artificial intelligence companies including OpenAI, Google and Anthropic on Tuesday to review the completed version of an AI oversight framework. This meeting shows the government wants to shape how this technology grows. Leaders hope these rules will guide AI safely into our future.
US manufacturing activity grew faster in July, reaching a four-year high. The Institute for Supply Management's index rose to 55.6 percent, exceeding expectations. "In July, US manufacturing activity remained in expansion territory, growing at its fastest rate in more than four years," said ISM survey head Susan Spence. Employment also expanded.
India proposed extending tax exemptions until March 31, 2041, for foreign companies providing machinery to contract manufacturers. This move helps Apple as it expands production in the country. Riaz Thingna said, “The proposed tax changes will enable foreign companies to store and transfer critical equipment and components in India.”
At least 50 police officers nationwide have been accused of using license-plate reader systems to track women they knew personally. Investigations showed officers misused tools like Flock Safety to monitor movements without warrants. One police chief in Georgia claimed, "Don't worry I'm not tracking you or some weird stalker s--t."
Meta told a parliamentary committee on Monday that it is ready to apologise for restricting a post by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Members grilled officials over algorithmic bias and demanded accountability for the error. One member asked, "Who bears the ultimate responsibility for this?" as the panel discussed digital regulation.
Representatives of Google, Meta, YouTube, and top government officials appeared before a parliamentary panel on Monday to discuss social media regulation. The meeting followed Meta’s brief restriction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook post. Officials said that when rules are violated, liabilities are bound to arise for these digital platforms.
Palworld is coming to iOS and Android as a new open-world MMORPG later this year. Developer Garena said the game “reimagines the depth, freedom, and scale of the original PC survival creature-collecting title for mobile.” It will feature crafting and creature collecting with a new narrative setting and touch-friendly controls.
AI Voicebot now handles 70% of customer calls at ICICI Lombard Insurance in the current year. MD and CEO Sanjeev Mantri said, “In the last one year, 70% of the calls are entertained through a bot or a WhatsApp chat bot.” The firm moved these services in-house to improve customer interactions.
Bharat Hospital and Institute of Oncology launched an AI-powered MRI system on Monday. The hospital also started a free MRI screening programme for tobacco users every Sunday for four weeks. Founder B.S. Ajaikumar said, "Tobacco consumption is responsible for nearly 35% of head and neck cancers," highlighting the need for detection.
Google reduced its outsourcing contract with HCLTech by $50 million annually to expand the use of automation. This shift affects a decade-long partnership but will not trigger widespread job cuts. Instead, 1,000 employees will get redeployed to other projects as global firms rethink their spending in the AI era.
Samsung launched the Galaxy F70 Pro 5G in India, starting at Rs 23,999 for a limited period. The phone features a 6,000mAh battery, a 120Hz Super AMOLED display, and a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor. It will go on sale August 8 during the upcoming Flipkart Freedom Sale for many buyers.
Oppo A7 Pro Max will launch in China on August 4 at 2:30 pm. The phone features a massive 10,000mAh battery, 50-megapixel front and rear cameras, and an IP69K rating for durability. Customers can pre-reserve the device online. It will come in three storage variants and three unique colour options.