Multimodal Large Language Models (LLMs) are poised to revolutionize the field of artificial intelligence, particularly in robotics, by enabling machines to understand and interact with their environment in a more human-like way

Shoppers Stop, India's premium fashion, beauty, and gifting destination, launched its new store in the Manchester of India, at Downtown Market, BRS Nagar with a spectacular fashion show. The showcase, choreographed by renowned fashion icon Marc Robinson, unveiled Shoppers Stop's new premium collection. The event marked the store's grand launch, bringing together glamour and style under one roof. Ludhiana shoppers can now explore 500+ brands, the latest fashion trends, an elevated beauty experience, and a wide range of watches, bags, and gifting options. The renowned Shoppers Stop First Citizens Club loyalty program will further enhance shopping reward and will elevate the shopping experience for the residents of the city.

In Smithereens, a rideshare driver takes a social media company intern hostage, demanding to speak with the platform’s CEO. The tense standoff exposes the destructive grip of technology, corporate negligence, and society’s addictive relationship with constant online connectivity.

A research team at UC Riverside has unveiled a solid-state battery prototype that charges in just 3 minutes and lasts significantly longer than traditional lithium-ion batteries. This technological leap could revolutionize electric vehicles (EVs) and consumer electronics, addressing two of the most critical pain points—charging time and battery longevity.

Bollywood star Aamir Khan has turned down lucrative OTT offers for his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par, reaffirming his support for the theatrical experience. The Multiplex Association of India (MAI) lauded his decision, calling it a timely and bold move in favor of big-screen storytelling.

NVIDIA and AMD are set to release customized AI chips for China, aligning with U.S. export restrictions while maintaining their presence in a key global market.

Computex 2025, one of the world's most influential tech trade shows, is scheduled to begin on May 20 in Taipei. With participation from global tech giants, this year’s event is expected to spotlight cutting-edge innovations in AI, semiconductor technology, smart mobility, and next-gen consumer electronics.

This week’s OTT lineup offers an exciting mix of genres: animated sci-fi with Love, Death & Robots (Netflix), period drama in Dear Hongrang (Netflix), a genre-bending rom-com Bhool Chuk Maaf (Prime Video), and the intense regional thriller Maranamass (ZEE5). These releases reflect the evolving landscape of global and regional digital entertainment.

Trade relations between the U.S. and China continue to be strained as new tariffs increase disruption, while UK retail giant Marks & Spencer (M&S) grapples with a cyber-attack. Despite these challenges, the FTSE 100 index rises to an 11-day high.