AI Dating Scams, Tech Myths Busted and Asus Ele X Review | Tech Today
In this episode of Tech Today, we examine how artificial intelligence is driving the exponential rise in online dating scams across India. From AI-generated profile photos to chatbot-powered conversations and deepfake videos, we explain how these scams work, why they’re on the rise, and what dating platforms like Tinder and Bumble are doing to detect and block synthetic accounts.
We also bust some of the most common tech myths that keep misleading users – from overnight charging and 5G security concerns to megapixel hype, Incognito mode misconceptions and what really happens to your data when you delete an account. We separate fact from fiction so audiences can make informed digital choices.
And in our review section, we test the Asus ROG Ally We evaluate its design, performance, battery life, AI features, and real-world gameplay to help you decide whether it offers console-level power in a portable form factor.
Watch the full episode for an in-depth look at the technology shaping your daily life. For questions, myths or gadgets you want us to check out, write to us!
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This special report details the closure of a major propaganda platform for terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed, which was operating through a WhatsApp channel. Following investigations and reports by India Today and Aaj Tak, the channel, which had over 13,000 followers, was removed. The platform was allegedly used to disseminate radical content, increase publicity for journalists and influencers, and recruit for terror modules across India, posing a new challenge to security agencies. The report said, ‘The propaganda platform has been shut down following a report by India Today Aaj Tak.’ The bulletin highlights how the terrorist organization was leveraging social media to create mass reach and brainwash individuals, linking it to the radicalization of various modules.
NIA busts Jaish plot for Hamas-style drone attacks in Delhi; ‘Tech expert’ Jasir Wani arrested.
This special report covers the bust by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) of a Jaish-e-Mohammed terror module that was planning Hamas-style drone and rocket attacks in Delhi. The investigation following a car bomb attack near the Red Fort led to the arrest of Jasir Bilal Wani, described as an active co-conspirator who provided technical support to the network by modifying drones and attempting to build rockets. According to Jitendra Bahadur, ‘Inquiry revealed that Jasirwani was planning to make a modified drone.’
Terror module split: Attacker’s video shows attacker brainwashing accomplice by calling suicide attack ‘un-Islamic’.
This special report details the investigation of a terror module planning large-scale attacks in Delhi, focusing on suicide bomber Dr Umar Nabi and his technical expert Jasir Wani, who were arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Bulletin explores the conflict within the module, as Wani was reluctant to participate in a suicide bombing, leading Nabi to record a video to justify the act as martyrdom. According to the report, ‘Danish alias Jasseer Wani said that dying by burning in fire is un-Islamic.’ The investigation revealed plans for multiple attacks using car bombs, drones and rockets, with the agencies seizing a large quantity of explosives.
Red Fort conspiracy: Attacker’s associate Jasir Ghani arrested, said- committing suicide by setting fire is ‘haram in Islam’
This special report focuses on the arrest of Jasir Bilal Ghani by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in connection with a terror plot targeting the Red Fort area. Ghani, an alleged associate of attacker Dr Omar and an affiliate of the Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist group, was reportedly a potential suicide bomber who was also developing weaponized drones. The report details his father’s suicide after refusing to carry out a suicide attack and being detained. According to the correspondent, Jasir revealed that ‘Dr Omar was the first to approach him to carry out the suicide attack, but he refused because it is haram in Islam.’ The investigation has uncovered a widespread module planning a series of attacks on December 6, the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition.