ChatGPT faced outages as users flooded OpenAI’s platform to generate Studio Ghibli-style images. DownDetector reported 229 complaints, with most issues linked to ChatGPT access. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said, "Our GPUs are melting," and announced temporary limits. Free users will now get only three image generations per day. Altman changed his profile picture to a Ghibli-style image. Meanwhile, an old video of Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki resurfaced, where he called AI art "an insult to life." Despite controversy, OpenAI continues supporting the Ghibli-inspired trend. (PC: ChatGPT)

OpenAI’s new image tool has taken over social media with Studio Ghibli-style AI art. Users are generating dreamy, hand-drawn-like images at an overwhelming rate. CEO Sam Altman asked users to slow down, saying, "Please chill on generating images," and adding that the team "needs sleep." To manage demand, OpenAI has limited free users to three images per day. Paid users still have access. Altman joked that GPUs were "melting" under the pressure. He also said AGI would come "sooner if you stop using our GPUs to make images." (PC: NDTV)

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates predicts AI will replace most jobs but says three professions will remain human-dominated. He argues AI lacks the creativity needed for scientific discoveries, making biologists irreplaceable. Similarly, he believes energy experts will remain vital as the field is too complex for full automation. Gates also asserts that AI will not replace human caregivers due to the emotional intelligence required. While AI continues to transform industries, experts like NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang and OpenAI’s Sam Altman foresee job losses, particularly for coders. Gates, however, remains optimistic about the role of humans in AI-driven industries. (PC: Bloomberg)

Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services faced a major outage across India, with DownDetector reporting 2,750 complaints by 7:50 PM. Users of Google Pay (296 complaints), Paytm (119), and SBI (376) reported transaction failures, with many facing issues in funds transfers. Frustrated users took to social media, with one stating, "My money is debited but not credited!" The disruption comes as UPI dominates India's digital payments, processing 16.99 billion transactions in January. NPCI has yet to issue a statement on the outage, while users await service restoration. (PC: Hindustan Times)

Elon Musk responded to the controversy surrounding his AI chatbot, Grok, and its allegedly "brutally honest" replies about India with a simple laughing emoji. Grok, developed by Musk’s company xAI, faced criticism after users shared responses that some found controversial or offensive regarding India. The debate sparked discussions about AI bias, free speech, and responsible AI development. While some defended Grok’s candid nature, others accused it of misrepresenting facts. Musk’s lighthearted reaction further fueled online debates, with critics questioning his stance on AI accountability and cultural sensitivity in global markets.

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot, Grok 3, has ignited a political storm in India after making bold and unfiltered statements on X (formerly Twitter). It went viral for responding with misogynistic remarks in Hindi and later stirred controversy by criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP while praising opposition leader Rahul Gandhi. The chatbot’s remarks fueled intense online debates, with critics celebrating its outspokenness and BJP supporters pushing back. Amid concerns over AI bias and censorship, India’s IT ministry is reportedly engaging with X over Grok’s controversial language and its potential impact on political discourse.  

The Indian government has said AI platforms like ChatGPT and Grok must follow the country’s laws. Officials stress this is regulation, not censorship. The move comes as concerns grow over the misuse of AI and social media. The government is questioning Platform X over Grok’s use of Hindi slang and political content. Meanwhile, Platform X has filed a lawsuit in Karnataka court, calling the rules unfair. Officials argue that AI and social media must be regulated to prevent harm. The government says it supports free speech but within legal limits to protect national security and public interest.

India’s top telecom firms, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, have signed separate agreements with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to bring Starlink internet services to the country. The deals, conditional on government approval, will expand satellite broadband access, particularly in rural areas. Jio and Airtel, previously seen as Starlink’s rivals, had opposed Musk’s demand for direct spectrum allocation. However, the Indian government’s policy shift in favor of allocation influenced the partnerships. Analysts say the agreements offer Starlink access to 70% of India’s mobile users, potentially lowering satellite broadband costs.

Reliance Jio has signed an agreement with SpaceX to offer Starlink broadband services in India, following Bharti Airtel’s recent deal. The partnership, pending regulatory approval, will see Jio distributing Starlink via its retail and online platforms while supporting installation and activation. "Integrating Starlink into Jio’s broadband ecosystem enhances connectivity across India," said Jio CEO Mathew Oommen. SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell welcomed the collaboration. With both Airtel and Jio competing in the satellite internet market, India's digital infrastructure is set for a major upgrade.

Airtel has partnered with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s satellite internet to India, pending regulatory approval. The deal could revolutionize connectivity in rural and remote areas by providing high-speed internet to schools, health centers, and businesses. Airtel may distribute Starlink equipment and integrate it into its network, complementing its existing partnership with Eutelsat OneWeb. SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell highlighted Starlink’s transformative potential, while Airtel’s Gopal Vittal called it a major step toward expanding broadband access. The agreement’s execution hinges on final approvals from Indian authorities.