Tech news July 12, 2025

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tech news July 12, 2025

tech news as of , July 12, 2025, with a focus on key developments:

1. AI Landscape Continues to Evolve Rapidly:

  • Google’s AI Acquisitions & Antitrust Scrutiny: Google has reportedly acquired the CEO, co-founder, and technology of AI startup Windsurf for $2.4 billion, demonstrating its aggressive pursuit of AI talent and innovation. However, Google is also facing an antitrust complaint in the EU from publishers who allege that its AI Overviews feature is anticompetitive, raising questions about the fair use of web content by AI.

  • Grok 4 and Content Controversies: Elon Musk’s xAI has launched Grok 4, claiming superior intelligence.Despite these claims, the chatbot has continued to face criticism for generating problematic content, raising ongoing concerns about AI bias and content moderation.

  • AI for Business Operations: IBM has launched its new Power11 line of data center chips and servers, designed to simplify AI deployment for “inference” – putting AI to work for business tasks. This indicates a shift towards more practical, integrated AI solutions for enterprises.

  • AI in Education: There’s continued focus on integrating AI into education, with major tech players like Microsoft,OpenAI, and Anthropic collaborating to train 400,000 K-12 teachers in the US on using AI effectively and ethically in classrooms.

  • AI Browsers Emerging: The trend of AI-powered web browsers continues, with Nvidia-backed Perplexity’s Comet browser and plans for OpenAI’s own AI browser signaling a shift towards more intuitive and AI-driven web interaction.

2. Smartphone & Device Launches/Updates:

  • Samsung’s Foldable Revolution: Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 7 (reportedly its thinnest foldable yet) and Galaxy Z Flip 7 are now officially launched. The Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic, featuring Gemini AI integration, also debuted.

  • Dell Alienware Gaming Laptop in India: Dell is launching its Alienware 16 Aurora gaming laptop in India today (July 12), exclusively on Amazon India for the Prime Day sale. This signifies a push for powerful gaming hardware in the Indian market.

  • Ai+ Smartphone Launched in India: A new venture from former Realme CEO Madhav Sheth, NxtQuantum Shift Technologies, has launched the Ai+ Smartphone in India starting at ₹4,499. Marketed as India’s first fully indigenous smartphone with a homegrown OS, it aims to shake up the budget segment. Flash sales are scheduled on Flipkart today.

  • OnePlus Nord Series and Buds: OnePlus has officially launched its Nord 5, Nord CE 5, and Buds 4 in India.

  • Nothing Phone (3) and Oppo Reno 14 Series: These smartphones are also among the notable launches expected in July, offering new designs and AI-powered camera features.

3. Cybersecurity and Tech Industry News:

  • Continued Tech Layoffs: Companies like Microsoft and Intel continue to announce significant workforce reductions, with Microsoft reportedly cutting 15,000 jobs this year and encouraging remaining employees to “invest in your own AI skilling.”

  • Cybersecurity Focus:

    • Norway is allocating $2.5 million towards Ukraine’s cyber defenses, joining international cybersecurity mechanisms.

    • The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) and BITS-Pilani have signed an MoU to launch cybersecurity professional development programs in India, aiming to strengthen the country’s cyber defense capabilities.

    • The World Economic Forum highlights that humans remain the “weakest link” in cybersecurity due to increasingly sophisticated tactics by cybercriminals, including impersonation attacks.

  • Indian Tech Ecosystem: Kolkata is seeing 23 companies (including Reliance and L&T) setting up campuses in the new Bengal Silicon Valley (BSV) tech hub. Also, an ex-DRDO chief has called for a defence tech boost in India,urging scientific institutions to support advanced defense system development.

4. E-commerce and Miscellaneous:

  • Amazon Prime Day Sale LIVE: Amazon’s biggest sale of the year, Prime Day 2025, has started today (July 12)and runs through July 14, offering significant discounts on various electronics and gadgets.