TDB Backs Bio-Waste Project For Sodium-Ion Battery Materials The Technology Development Board under the Department of Science and Technology has extended financial support to Indigenous Energy Storage Technologies Private Limited for a project focused on commercialising hard carbon derived from bio-waste and agricultural residues. The initiative aims to build indigenous capabilities in advanced anode material production and strengthen India’s push towards sustainable energy storage solutions. Moreover, the project will enable the large-scale manufacturing of hard carbon, a critical component used in sodium-ion batteries. This development will support the creation of cost-effective alternatives to existing battery technologies while promoting local innovation.…
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Palantir Maven System Becomes Official Military Programme Palantir’s Maven artificial intelligence system will become an official programme of record, marking a significant step in its long term use across the United States military. This decision follows a directive outlined in a March 9 letter sent to senior Pentagon leaders and military commanders. The move ensures that the technology will receive stable funding and expanded adoption throughout all branches of the armed forces. The system, known as Maven Smart System, will equip warfighters with advanced tools to detect, deter, and respond to threats across multiple domains. As a result, the integration…
The United States government confirmed on Monday that Tesla and LG Energy Solution have entered a major supply agreement. The deal focuses on building a lithium iron phosphate battery manufacturing facility in Lansing, Michigan. The project carries an estimated value of $4.3 billion. Moreover, the companies expect production to begin in 2027. Major Investment in Domestic Battery Production The planned facility will manufacture prismatic LFP battery cells at scale. As a result, the project strengthens domestic production capacity for energy storage components. Officials stated that these batteries will support Tesla’s Megapack 3 systems. These systems are produced in Houston and…
Ukraine is giving allies access to battlefield data to train AI-powered drone systems, aiming to accelerate autonomous warfare technology in its fight against Russia.
Google has named its new London headquarters Platform 37, referencing King’s Cross station and AlphaGo’s famous Move 37 that reshaped the history of artificial intelligence.
The Pentagon may allow limited use of Anthropic’s AI tools in rare cases where they are essential to national security operations, despite a broader ban on the technology.
UK regulators have warned major social media platforms to strengthen age checks and child safety protections or face heavy fines under the Online Safety Act.
The Casebook on AI and Gender Empowerment was launched at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on 17 February. The release marked a significant step in India’s push for inclusive and ethical artificial intelligence. The Government of India developed the publication through the IndiaAI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in partnership with UN Women. The Ministry of Women and Child Development supported the initiative. Together, the partners compiled 23 real world AI solutions from across the Global South. These solutions demonstrate measurable impact on gender equality and women’s empowerment. Shri S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry…
Meta Executive Warned Messenger Encryption Plan Was So Irresponsible Court Filing Shows Senior executives at Meta moved ahead with plans to encrypt messaging services linked to Facebook and Instagram despite internal warnings that the change could limit the company’s ability to report child exploitation cases, according to documents filed in a New Mexico court. The internal communications emerged in a lawsuit brought by New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez. The filing, made public on Friday, includes emails, chat messages and briefing materials obtained during the discovery process. Internal Alarm Over Encryption Plans In a March 2019 internal chat, Monika Bickert,…
Ireland Opens Investigation Into X Grok Over Data And Harmful Images Ireland’s Data Protection Commission has launched a formal investigation into X’s artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, over concerns about personal data processing and its potential to generate harmful sexualised images and videos, including of children. The regulator confirmed on Tuesday that it notified X of the decision on Monday. The inquiry will assess whether the company complied with its obligations under the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation when processing personal data. As the lead European Union regulator for X, the Irish authority oversees the company’s compliance because its EU…