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Perplexity AI Makes $34.5B All-Cash Bid for Chrome Amid Antitrust Buzz

Perplexity AI, valued at $18 billion, has offered $34.5 billion to buy Chrome if Google is forced to divest. The AI firm vows to keep Chrome open-source, retain Google search as default, preserve staff, and invest $3 billion post-deal potentially doubling its valuation and shaking up the AI-search race.

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How HotStar handles Billions of Emoji in real time

You must be a fan of the IPL or even if you’re not, you’ve probably watched some intense cricket rivalry on Hotstar. And chances are, you’ve used those floating emoji or sticker features during live matches. They’re a simple way to express what you’re feeling right from your couch or bed. Pretty cool, right? These emojis don’t just make things…

Windows Loses 400 Million Users in 3 Years

Microsoft’s latest data shows Windows active devices have dropped from 1.4 billion in 2022 to around 1 billion in 2025 about 400 million fewer users. This isn’t due to macOS dominance, but rather people replacing PCs with smartphones and tablets. While Windows remains strong in gaming and enterprise, average consumer demand is shifting toward mobile and cheaper web-based alternatives.

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Windows 12 delay & Windows 11 version 25H2

Microsoft has delayed Windows 12, pushing its release back by at least a year. Instead, the company announced Windows 11 version 25H2, set for release later in 2025. It will be a minor update using an enablement package, meaning faster installation. This confirms that Microsoft is continuing with Windows 11 for now, postponing major OS changes.

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Ping Browser Controversy Clouds Indian Web Browser Development Challenge Victory

India’s ambition to forge a self-reliant digital future took center stage with the Indian Web Browser Development Challenge, a government-backed effort to craft an indigenous browser. On March 20, 2025, winners were unveiled, showcasing innovation under the Atmanirbhar Bharat banner. Yet, days later, a storm of controversy erupted over Ping Browser, a first runner-up, accused of passing off a rebranded…

Claude 3.7 Sonnet: The Future of AI with Hybrid Reasoning

Anthropic has introduced Claude 3.7 Sonnet, an AI model that incorporates hybrid reasoning, a significant leap forward in artificial intelligence. This new model allows users to toggle between quick responses and in-depth, step-by-step reasoning, offering flexibility based on task complexity. What is Claude 3.7? Anthropic’s latest AI model is designed to enhance programming efficiency with advanced features. It includes a…

The AI Arms Race: Are We Ready for the Future of AI Warfare?

The Dawn of AI Warfare Imagine a swarm of autonomous drones, each equipped with facial recognition, tracking targets with pinpoint accuracy. Or an unmanned fighter jet, moving at hypersonic speeds, enduring forces no human pilot could withstand. This all is Just a glimpse of AI Warfare. Now, picture an invisible war: cyberattacks paralyzing critical infrastructure, deepfakes spreading disinformation to influence…

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Majorana 1: A Breakthrough in Quantum Computing

The race to build a practical and scalable quantum computer has been one of the most ambitious scientific endeavors of the 21st century. Microsoft, a key player in the quantum computing industry, has introduced a revolutionary chip called the Majorana 1 Chip. This new development represents a significant leap in quantum research, focusing on Majorana fermions, a unique type of…