Today’s Top Technology Update (July 14, 2k25).

Here are some updates about A.I (Artificial Intelligence), some about mobiles & Gadget, Internet & Services, & also about Business & Industries

Google hired Varun Mohan (Indian-origin), the CEO of Windsurf, in a significant move to boost its Gemini AI coding efforts. This follows reports of a failed acquisition of Windsurf by OpenAI due to Microsoft tensions. Google licensed Windsurf’s technology for $2.4 billion, integrating the CEO and co-founder into its DeepMind unit.

Elon Musk stated that he does not support a merger between Tesla and xAI, but confirmed an investment by SpaceX in the AI startup.

Meta’s acquisition of voice startup PlayAI highlights an ongoing focus on enhancing its AI capabilities.

Vivo launched the X200 FE and X Fold 5 in India, targeting the premium and foldable smartphone segments. The X Fold 5 is priced at ₹1,49,999, and the X200 FE starts at ₹54,999.

Samsung is rumored to be planning a significant camera upgrade for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, potentially featuring a 200-megapixel Sony sensor.

Google Pixel 10 series and Pixel Buds 2a pricing leaked online ahead of launch.

Reports suggest Apple is planning a Vision Pro successor with an M4 chip and enhanced AI features, potentially launching in early 2026.

Japan set a new internet speed record of 1.02 petabits per second, enabling the download of the entire Netflix library in one second.
Google is integrating Gemini-powered summaries into Gmail, expanding the feature to the web after its mobile rollout.
Questions have arisen regarding AI as the future of web browsing, with OpenAI rumored to be developing an AI-powered browser to challenge Chrome.
Elon Musk’s Starlink has been approved for India, with expected prices and plans yet to be revealed.
Nielsen launched Connected TV (CTV) advertising spend data in the UK, providing comprehensive insights into cross-platform competitive intelligence for marketers.

HCLTech is set to announce its Q1 FY26 earnings today, with analysts expecting muted growth due to seasonal weakness and potential US tariffs.
TCS shares fell after reporting mixed Q1 FY26 results, with revenue missing estimates despite a profit beat.
Ola Electric reported a narrowed sequential quarterly loss in Q1 FY26, with its largest unit achieving positive core operating earnings in June.
India’s IT hiring in small cities saw a 50% rise in the first half of 2025, potentially indicating a shift in the job market.
UK firms are cutting hiring for AI-exposed roles, with tech and finance jobs falling significantly.

NASA blasted the X-59 Quiet Supersonic Mini Jet to Mach 1.4 in a Tokyo Tunnel experiment.
Waters Corporation and BD Biosciences & Diagnostic Solutions combined to form a new life science and diagnostics leader.
A new Maruti SUV, larger than the Brezza, is expected to launch this Diwali, likely sharing its platform with the Grand Vitara.