This week on Tech360, the hidden environmental cost of artificial intelligence is explored, explaining how every AI query consumes freshwater to keep AI data centres cool. The program also features street interviews about public awareness of AI’s growing water footprint. Additionally, the episode covers Apple’s decision to allow sideloading of apps in select regions, discussing whether it gives users more freedom or creates new privacy risks. Reports of Meta’s $900 million investment in CRED are broken down, along with what it could mean for the company’s future. Finally, the Mahindra Thar Roxx Star Edition is reviewed to determine whether its removed tech features and revised pricing make it a better value proposition than before.