The report highlights a shift away from short-lived virality. Creators are now looking to build digital IPs that anchor audience trust and build sustainable businesses.
IIT-Kharagpur has partnered with the Intuitive Foundation to develop AI-enabled digital models for robotic surgery. The MANAS initiative aims to map surgical workflows for improved safety and consistency. Researchers will use the da Vinci Research Kit for experimentation. This collaboration…
The edtech, which went public on November 18 this year, pumped in an additional Rs 122.9 crore to raise its stake in subsidiary Xylem Learning to 77.27% from 64.98%. Per the company’s filings, it aims to acquire full ownership of…
Beenext Capital chipped in with Rs 22 crore in funding for the recruitment platform for blue- and grey-collar workers. The platform, which connects workers across over 50 job categories, will use the fresh funds to strengthen its tech platform, improve…
The deal also drew investment from Nvidia’s venture capital arm among others, underscoring investor demand for agentic AI tools that can handle complex software development work with minimal human input, as enterprises and hobbyists increasingly adopt AI-assisted coding.
This enables PPSL to offer end-to-end payment aggregation services across all key segments — online, offline, and cross-border. With this, Paytm now holds payment aggregator licenses across all major payment segments.
But starting in 2029, YouTube will retain global rights to streaming the Oscars through 2033. YouTube will effectively be the home to all things Oscars, including red-carpet coverage, the Governors Awards and the Oscar nominations announcement.
This partnership aims to build solutions that address these fast-evolving thermal demands while creating a pipeline of industry-ready engineering talent, according to a statement.
Suri, who has been associated with the company since 2021 as an Independent Director, holds extensive experience from his tenure in the Indian Foreign Service and the Ministry of External Affairs. He has previously held roles including India’s Ambassador to…
The effort is part of Google’s aggressive plan to make its Tensor Processing Units a viable alternative to Nvidia’s market-leading GPUs. TPU sales have become a crucial growth engine of Google’s cloud revenue as it seeks to prove to investors…
Earlier this month, Altman reportedly declared an internal “code red” to accelerate improvements to ChatGPT to retain its competitive edge. In an internal memo, Altman accepted that Google’s recent successes in AI could “create some temporary economic headwinds for our…
Co-founders Berry Singh and Nitin Chhabra participated in the bridge round. The company, which operates denim brands Lee, Wrangler, and G-Star Raw in India, plans to use the fresh funds to fund expansion and boost its cash holdings ahead of…
The series L funding round was led by Insight Partners, Fidelity Management & Research Company and J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, BlackRock and Blackstone, also participated.
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has awarded its third Women in STEM Fellowship to eight scientists from leading Indian institutions. These fellows will receive financial grants and mentorship to pursue doctoral research in areas crucial for UN sustainable development goals, including…
Face authentication is now legally on par with existing methods such as OTP, fingerprint, and iris-based verification.
Passing an order over an application moved by CCI seeking clarification over the previous order passed by NCLAT, the appellate tribunal said, “Appellant (WhatsApp and Meta) cannot assert unilateral or open-ended rights over user data.
The chip designer built its reputation on speedy chips, but it also offers a range of its own AI models, from physics simulations to self-driving vehicles, as open-source software that researchers and companies can use.
Music followed closely as another major category of engagement. Listening habits in 2025 reflected both global exposure and deep-rooted nostalgia.
Big Tech’s AI spending is entering a dangerous phase. Companies are seeking external investors as costs rise. This trend raises concerns about a potential bubble. The demand for computing power requires massive data center expansion. Valuations in the AI sector…
The petition filed by Aakash Educational Services questioned the legality of the funds raised by Think & Learn to subscribe to the rights issue.
This surge is a significant reflection of India’s rapid transition toward a digital, AI-ready workforce, according to Coursera’s 2025 Learner Trends report. Prepared by surveying 32.8 million learners, the report added that GenAI continued to dominate India’s learning patterns in…
Per the data, the United States holds a commanding lead with a vibrancy score of 78.6, while China follows with a score of 36.95, followed by India with 21.59. India is ahead of several advanced economies including South Korea, the…
He was addressing a symposium on ‘Ensuring justice for the common man: strategies for reducing litigation costs and delays’ here. “Pendency of cases in courts clogs every level of the judicial structure, from the trial court to the constitutional court.…
The update is already being rolled out in the US and India, covering translations between English and nearly 20 languages, including Spanish, Hindi, Chinese, Japanese, and German. It is available on the Translate app for Android and iOS, as well…
A study by researchers at Stanford University found that an AI agent was able to outpace human hackers at detecting security weaknesses in its IT ecosystems. This is in the background of advances in AI, making companies think of new…
Among the highlights of the year were reforms across research funding, data governance, and new technologies. AI, cybersecurity, and online platforms attracted tighter oversight.
Per the AI giant, the new version comes with major improvements in reasoning, speed, and real-world task performance. This upgrade to ChatGPT-5 is capable of creating spreadsheets and presentations, writing code, perceiving images, and understanding long contexts, the company added.
At leading global banks, agentic AI is already being deployed across prospecting, lead nurturing and account management, delivering measurable gains in productivity and revenue within months. AI-driven market mapping has expanded sales pipelines by roughly 30% in some institutions, while…
AI’s rise to fame in the mainstream happened with OpenAI’s GPT-3 launch in 2020, which became a benchmark for large language models and quickly spread through startups via APIs. While Big Tech now races toward AGI and superintelligence, experts warn…
The company’s move towards a public listing, which could rank among the largest global IPOs, has been largely driven by the rapid expansion of its Starlink satellite internet business, including plans for direct-to-mobile service and progress in its Starship rocket…
The Trump administration will work with Congress in coming weeks and months to craft a single national framework to regulate developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), White House adviser Sriram Krishnan said.
Chipmaker Intel, has tested chipmaking tools this year from a toolmaker with deep roots in China and two overseas units that were targeted by US sanctions.
Wipro will roll out Gemini Enterprise, Google Cloud’s next-generation agentic AI platform, across core corporate functions, including finance, human resources, sales, delivery and customer support, to speed up decision-making, improve operational efficiency and enhance employee experience, according to a regulatory…
Critics from both political parties – as well as civil liberties and consumer rights groups – worry that banning state regulation would amount to a favor for big AI companies, who enjoy little to no oversight and that Trump’s effort…
According to M Nagaraju, secretary, department of financial services, ministry of finance, government schemes can give the central bank digital currency a strong boost. CBDC has been integrated into schemes, such as Subhadra Yojana, which supports women in Odisha, and…
Telangana and Amazon Web Services have agreed on a significant investment. AWS will invest $7 billion to expand its cloud data center infrastructure in Telangana over the next 14 years. This expansion will boost cloud services, AI, and digital platforms…
Government networks have seen a nearly sevenfold surge in cyber attack attempts following Operation Sindoor, highlighting vulnerabilities in ministries and data centers. This escalation necessitates advanced defenses against ransomware and phishing. India is accelerating AI adoption and developing quantum-resilient frameworks…
The lawsuit said that ChatGPT fueled 56-year-old Stein-Erik Soelberg’s delusions of a vast conspiracy against him and eventually led him to murder his 83-year-old mother, Suzanne Adams, in Connecticut in August.
At the Carnegie Global Technology Summit Innovation Dialogue 2025, voices from Africa and India highlighted shared challenges, unique advantages, and the urgent need to build inclusive, scalable AI ecosystems.
Per the report, GenAI assistants, which are finding greater traction among users in India, are rapidly embracing AI as a daily tool for information, creativity, communication, and work. However, the study cautioned that prolonged daily screen time, especially beyond five…
LAT Aerospace is hiring for software roles as it plans to build a strong software and autonomy team, cofounder Surobhi Das said in a LinkedIn post on Wednesday. According to her post, LAT is hiring for roles across flight control,…
Swiggy will issue fresh shares at around Rs 375 apiece for its Rs 10,000-crore qualified institutional placement (QIP), people with direct knowledge of the exercise told ET. The Rs 375 pricing for Swiggy’s QIP is a 6% discount to its…
After a notable decrease in valuation, Unacademy is recalibrating its strategy. Co-founder Gaurav Munjal is dedicated to enhancing product quality and driving profitable growth. The company’s impressive financial health positions it well on the journey to profitability in the upcoming…
Google and the Telangana government have launched a new Google for Startups hub at T-Hub in Hyderabad. This initiative will offer selected AI-first startups free coworking seats and access to venture investors. The hub aims to support startups with mentorship,…
Elecbits will use the funds to scale its AI-powered electronics engineering and manufacturing platform, and to expand its in-house design and manufacturing capabilities.
In an unprecedented legislative step, Australia has implemented a ban on social media for those under 16, compelling major platforms such as TikTok and Instagram to refuse access to younger users or incur substantial fines.
This will be Microsoft is largest investment in Asia, CEO Satya Nadella noted.
IIT Bombay’s SINE launched Y-Point Venture Capital, a substantial Rs 250-crore deeptech fund aimed at elevating early-stage startups. Targeting promising projects from IIT Bombay and other esteemed universities, the fund will concentrate on transformative areas like AI, advanced manufacturing, and…
Microsoft is getting ready to spend more on AI in India. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
The Swiggy QIP comes amid escalating competition for its fast-delivery service, Instamart, which is likely to intensify with this fundraise. The company had already burnt through more than 80% of the funds raised during the IPO, primarily due to pressure…
Venture funds told ET that instead of focussing on EV mobility, which has already seen substantial private investment, focus is shifting towards export-ready categories such as MRV (measurement, reporting, and verification), carbon-credit platforms, circular economy solutions, climate SaaS, and digital…
Shareholder nod is an enabling provision for any company’s fundraise plans. Swiggy’s current fundraise could be launched as early as this week. At the current share price, a Rs 10,000 crore QIP would see over 10% equity dilution for Swiggy.…
Under the agreement, Intel and Tata intend to explore the opportunity to rapidly scale tailored AI PC solutions for consumer and enterprise markets in India, which is projected to be one of the top five markets globally by 2030.
President Donald Trump said on Monday he would sign an executive order this week related to the artificial intelligence approval process to avoid having different rules in each US state.
Indian IT firms struggle as H-1B approvals plummet. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Deepinder Goyal, founder and CEO of Zomato’s parent company Eternal, on Sunday shared a first look at his new product, a brain blood flow monitoring device called ‘Temple’.
On the sidelines of the National Conference on the Use of AI/ML in the Power Distribution Sector, Shashank Misra, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Power, said that the government is pushing AI tools to help distributors detect theft-prone zones…
Executives are rebranding struggling firms as “refounded” AI companies, using the language of founding to signal high stakes and sweeping change. Firms like Airtable, Handshake, and Opendoor adopt AI-focused models, layoffs, and startup-style intensity.
Meta announced Friday it will integrate content from major news organizations into its artificial intelligence assistant to provide Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp users with real-time information. The feature will allow users to access “more diverse content sources” and receive links…
A deflating AI bubble could spur innovation. Scarcity forces efficiency, pushing companies to build energy-saving, chip-efficient models that actually learn and advance. Historical crises show constraints drive breakthroughs. Without such pressure, AI risks stagnation. A cooler market would reveal durable…
Google has begun releasing Gemini 3 Deep Think mode to AI Ultra subscribers on the Gemini app. The feature is designed for demanding maths, science and logic tasks, supported by advanced parallel reasoning and strong benchmark scores. Users can enable…
Amazon says its planned $12.7 billion investment in cloud and AI infrastructure will support 15 million small businesses in India by 2030. The company also aims to provide AI training to 4 million government-school students. Amazon notes it has already…
AI’s rapid expansion is fuelled by massive infrastructure spending, but real progress often comes from scarcity, not abundance. When resources tighten, innovation tends to accelerate, as seen in past energy and agricultural crises. A cooling AI investment bubble could push…
Meta has postponed the launch of its Phoenix mixed-reality glasses to 2027, citing the need for a fully refined device. The lighter, lower-spec goggles, previously called Puffin, aim to balance performance and design. The move coincides with up to 30%…
Meta is acquiring US startup Limitless, which makes an AI-powered wearable pendant that records and summarises conversations. The five-year-old Denver-based firm, valued at $368 million in 2023, will help Meta advance its AI-enabled wearables and personal superintelligence goals. Financial terms…
Z47, formerly Matrix Partners India, has fully exited its investment in Bhavish Aggarwal’s Ola Electric, realizing 7-10X returns. This move comes as Z47 seeks to raise its first independent fund. The exit follows other partial stake sales from its India…
Ola Electric lost one of its earliest backers during a period of turmoil, but there’s more to it. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
The Supreme Court has halted contempt proceedings against Byju’s resolution professional and EY India chairman. These proceedings were related to the edtech firm’s foreign assets. The contempt case stemmed from a Kerala High Court order concerning overseas subsidiaries. Earlier, the…
Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery’s TV and film studios and streaming division for $72 billion, outbidding Paramount Skydance. This significant acquisition aims to secure long-term content rights and bolster Netflix’s position against competitors, though it faces potential…
EU tech regulators have fined Elon Musk’s social media company X 120 million euros for breaching online content rules under the Digital Services Act. This marks the first sanction under the landmark legislation, with rival TikTok avoiding a penalty through…
Cofounder Suvir Sujan told ET that Nexus will back US-only AI and enterprise startups going forward. It expects 4–5 IPOs in the next 2–3 years from its portfolio, which will generate outsized returns, Sujan said. The VC fund has returned…
The European Union has launched an antitrust inquiry into Meta’s recent AI advancements on WhatsApp, citing concerns about potential barriers for third-party AI innovators.
PhonePe’s Pincode is embracing a transformative shift by putting all its chips on B2B business solutions for offline stores. This decisive change means bidding farewell to its B2C shopping app, and it’s all about helping local shops thrive in the…
Palantir, Nvidia, and CenterPoint Energy are launching “Chain Reaction,” a new AI-powered software platform designed to streamline the complex process of building AI data centers. This initiative aims to tackle permitting, supply chain, and construction hurdles, leveraging AI to untangle…
The move comes on the back of a nationwide ban on real-money gaming announced by the central government in August, which erased 95% of the company’s revenue and 100% of its profits.
Pine Labs Q2 Results: Payment solutions company Pine Labs swung back to black in the September-ended quarter, reporting a consolidated net profit of Rs 6 crore versus a loss of Rs 32 crore in the year-ago period.
Digital lenders granted over Rs 97,000 crore in personal loans in just the first half of FY25-26, which translates to a staggering 25% year-on-year increase. This surge is especially prevalent among tech-savvy youth and smaller urban centers, showcasing their vital…
India has withdrawn its order requiring smartphone makers to preinstall the government’s “Sanchar Saathi” cybersecurity app. The rule drew backlash over privacy and user consent. The ministry now says installation will remain voluntary. The app helps track stolen phones and…
The addition of Leary comes at a crucial time when India’s largest private internet company is going into the next year for a potential public-market listing. Neary joins others on the Flipkart board including Walmart executives Kathryn McLay who is…
Conducted by consulting firm Alvarez & Marsal, the survey assessed maturity across six areas, namely AI adoption, governance, responsible AI, secure development, deployment, and incident response via an anonymous questionnaire across BFSI, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and retail sectors.
Wealthfront, a digital wealth management firm, plans to raise as much as $485 million through its initial public offering in the United States. The company, founded in 2008, offers automated financial tools including cash accounts and investing services. Wealthfront will…
As of October 31, 6,385 recognized startups have been categorized as closed, according to Ministry of Corporate Affairs data. Maharashtra reported the highest number of closures. The government stated it has not observed an increase in startup closures, attributing them…
Fireside Ventures has closed its largest fund yet at Rs 2,265 crore, backed by Indian and global investors. The consumer-focused firm will continue investing in sectors like wellness, beauty, pet care, and health food, with a focus on Gen Z…
The war of words played out on X. Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan posted a screenshot of a news story in which the Zoho CEO had said vibe coding “oversimplifies” software development.
Facing AI-driven job uncertainty, many young Brits are turning to skilled trades for stable careers. White-collar jobs are being viewed as more vulnerable to disruption by AI and automation than manual labour. Colleges report rising enrolments in construction, plumbing, and…
Billionaire Elon Musk shared his thoughts on simulation theory. He believes there is a high chance our reality is a computer simulation. Musk pointed to the rapid advancement of video games and AI. He suggested future civilisations could create countless…
The Bombay High Court has dismissed two petitions aiming to halt WeWork India’s initial public offering. The court rejected the legal challenges, allowing the company’s market debut to proceed. Petitioners had raised concerns about disclosures and risks associated with the…
Residents in rural Pennsylvania are protesting proposed data centers. They fear the projects will harm farmland and increase utility bills. This opposition spans political divides, uniting farmers and homeowners. The movement highlights growing concerns about the rapid build-out of AI…
Finfactor, parent of account aggregator Finvu, has secured $15 million in a funding round led by WestBridge Capital. The capital will fuel product scaling, analytics enhancement, and Finvu’s transition to a full-stack technology provider for BFSI clients. The company aims…
India’s competition regulator told a New hi court that Apple is trying to delay antitrust action by disputing the country’s penalty rules. Apple is challenging a law that lets authorities base fines on a company’s global turnover when assessing market-abuse…
AI is changing holiday shopping, with major retailers and tech firms offering smarter assistants that personalise recommendations, track prices, and even place orders automatically. New tools from Amazon, Google, OpenAI and others promise quicker searches, clearer comparisons and easier checkout,…
The IPO of the Bengaluru-based company will conclude on December 10, and anchor investors will be allocated shares on December 5, according to the red herring prospectus (RHP).
In the podcast, the Zerodha cofounder and the Tesla and SpaceX chief are seen sipping from mugs — one of which had a SpaceX logo — and breaking into laughter. The podcast episode may be released for an exclusive pre-screening…
The research has studied customer behaviour towards Artificial Intelligence enabled service agents, including as chatbots, digital assistants and service robots. Conducted in collaboration with researchers from Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kerala, the findings of this research have…
A Dubai restaurant has opened that prides itself on having the world’s “first AI chef”, the latest ostentatious dive into new technology in a city obsessed with being on the cutting edge of the future. “I don’t believe in it,”…
In its defence, OpenAI has said that the complaint included selective excerpts that lacked critical context. The AI company added that the full chat transcripts had been submitted to the court under seal. Besides the Raine case, OpenAI is facing…
Lenskart Q2 Results: Lenskart Solutions reported its first quarterly results post-listing, showcasing a robust 19.6% year-on-year increase in consolidated profit after tax to Rs 102.22 crore. Revenue from operations also surged by 20.8% YoY, reaching Rs 2,096.14 crore for the…
Governments worldwide are tightening rules on online platforms, fuelling rapid growth in the AI-powered age-verification industry. Startups like London-based Yoti now perform around a million selfie-based age checks daily for clients such as Meta, TikTok, and Sony, promising fast and…
US chipmaker Micron Technology will invest 1.5 trillion yen ($9.6 billion) to build a next-generation memory manufacturing facility in western Japan to support artificial intelligence computing, Nikkei reported on Saturday.
The OpenAI CEO was referring to the company’s early discovery of scaling laws for language models in a month-old podcast with Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), an investor in the AI giant. The podcast resurfaced on the official X handle of a16z…