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Google’s viral Nano Banana AI model, used over 500 million times globally, is expanding to Google Lens and AI Mode in Search. Starting with users in India and the US, the model will let them perform AI-powered image edits directly from these interfaces. Google says more countries and languages will gain access soon.

After a brief sell-off, the crypto market saw renewed stability as traders reacted to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s comments suggesting potential rate easing. Bitcoin recovered to the $112,000 mark (roughly Rs. 98.9 lakh), while Ethereum hovered near $4,000 (roughly Rs. 3.5 lakh). Analysts said Powell’s remarks helped restore optimism, despite lingering concerns over global trade tensions and inflationary pressures.

Apple’s smart home hub could launch in 2026. It is expected to come with a 7-inch display and an integrated FaceTime camera. The device could support Apple Intelligence features. The smart home hub could cost around $350 (roughly Rs. 30,000). The company is said to be planning to expand its manufacturing hub in Vietnam, in partnership with BYD.

Apple is gearing up to refresh its laptop and tablet product categories this month. While details about the launch are under wraps, a company official has now teased the launch of a new MacBook model on social media. As per a seasoned journalist, this could be a hint towards the M5 MacBook Pro, whose debut is said to be on the cards. It may be introduced alongside two other new products, although Apple is unlikely to host a dedicated October event.

Moto X70 Air was announced on Tuesday ahead of its launch in China later this month. With the new handset, Motorola has jumped on the bandwagon of introducing ultra-thin smartphones, joining companies like Apple, Honor, Samsung, and Tecno. The Moto X70 Air comes in at a hair under 6mm. It is powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset and packs a 4,800mAh battery.