OpenAI plans to let adult users access erotica on ChatGPT. CEO Sam Altman said the change will treat adults like adults. Age verification will be required. He added that earlier restrictions were needed to protect mental health, but now the company has new tools to reduce risks. The update is expected in December. The move comes after a US teen’s parents sued OpenAI over his suicide, raising safety concerns. Critics warn it may expose children to adult content. OpenAI says it will fully roll out age-gating to keep minors safe while offering more content to verified adults. (PC: BBC)

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw praised India's homegrown navigation app Mappls after personally testing it during a car journey. Developed by MapmyIndia in partnership with ISRO under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, Mappls offers a privacy-focused alternative to Google Maps and Apple Maps. The minister highlighted its 3D junction views for overpasses and underpasses, voice-guided navigation, and real-time traffic updates. Key features include doorstep navigation, driving alerts for speed limits and accident zones, CCTV spot indicators, and a trip cost calculator for toll charges. Available in nine Indian languages including Hindi, Kannada, and Punjabi, the free app supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that Instagram and Facebook Reels will now support AI-powered translations in Hindi and Portuguese. The feature allows creators to automatically dub their Reels into multiple languages using Meta AI. Every translated video will be clearly marked with “Translated with Meta AI.” Zuckerberg said this update will help creators reach global audiences and “break language barriers.” The tool, which already supports English and Spanish, mimics the creator’s voice and tone for a natural sound. Users can also enable lip-syncing for smoother playback or choose to watch the original version of Reels.

Social media platform X said it will appeal against a Karnataka High Court order that forces it to follow government takedown notices. The company called the order “deeply concerning” and warned it could let millions of police officers issue arbitrary removal requests, threatening free expression. The court dismissed X’s petitions against the Centre’s blocking orders, saying regulation of social media is “the need of the hour.” It also ruled that Article 19 rights apply only to Indian citizens, not foreign firms. The bench stressed that platforms must follow Indian laws and cannot seek protection under US jurisprudence. (PC: India Today)

Accenture is implementing major workforce restructuring in 2025 as part of a $1 billion business optimization program, driven by AI transformation demands. The consulting giant reported $69.7 billion in annual revenues, marking 7% growth attributed to increased client interest in AI deployment. The company's strategy involves staff reductions coupled with upskilling initiatives to align employee capabilities with emerging market needs. Leadership emphasizes these changes are essential for maintaining competitive advantage in an AI-driven marketplace. The restructuring reflects broader industry trends where traditional consulting firms must adapt their human capital strategies to remain relevant as artificial intelligence reshapes client service delivery models and operational requirements.

Tesla delivered its first car in India today at its new ‘Tesla Experience Centre’ in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex. Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik received the Model Y, becoming the first customer in the country. He said the car is a symbol of the state’s green goals and announced he would gift it to his grandson to promote awareness of electric mobility. Sarnaik highlighted Maharashtra’s EV plans, including toll exemptions and 5,000 e-buses already in service. The Model Y starts at ₹59.89 lakh and offers up to 622km range. Tesla also opened a showroom in Delhi last month. (PC: India Today)

The GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has approved a new GST regime effective September 22. The 12% and 28% slabs are abolished, leaving 5% and 18% as the main rates. A new 40% slab will apply to sin and luxury goods, including tobacco, aerated drinks, yachts, and motorcycles above 350 cc. Items of daily use like bread, paneer, and milk will be cheaper, with some moving to nil tax. Life-saving drugs will also be exempt. Nearly 90% of goods under 28% will now shift to 18%. The government said the reforms support common people and growth sectors. (PC: India Today)

Mukesh Ambani launched Reliance Intelligence, a new AI company, at the 48th Reliance AGM. The event brought Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Google CEO Sundar Pichai together on the same stage. Reliance Intelligence will build AI-ready data centres powered by renewable energy and train Indians in AI. Meta and Reliance announced a ₹855 crore joint venture to build AI tools for businesses. Google and Reliance will set up an AI cloud region in Jamnagar. Ambani said Reliance aims to deliver AI everywhere in India, just like Jio delivered digital services nationwide. (PC: HT)

Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, announced a new AI-focused unit called ‘Reliance Intelligence’ at the company’s 48th AGM. The subsidiary will build India’s next-generation AI infrastructure, including large green-energy powered data centres in Jamnagar. Reliance also confirmed AI partnerships with Google and Meta. Google will set up a dedicated cloud region in Jamnagar to boost AI adoption, while Meta will work with Reliance to bring open-source AI models like Llama to Indian businesses. Ambani said the mission is to create affordable and trusted AI services for education, healthcare, agriculture, and enterprises, helping India lead in AI innovation. (PC: News18)

Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI in a Texas court. Musk claims Apple’s deal with OpenAI gives ChatGPT unfair control on iPhones and blocks competition. His companies, X and xAI, are seeking billions in damages. Musk says Apple’s App Store makes it hard for other AI apps to compete. The case comes as Apple already faces antitrust battles in the US. OpenAI called Musk’s lawsuit “harassment.” Apple has not responded yet. The court fight could reshape how AI apps work on iPhones and who controls the future of chatbot technology. (PC: NDTV)