Author: Ansh Singh

New Delhi: Anthropic, an AI startup, has changed its rules so that teens can use its AI platform. They said that developers who make apps for kids can use Anthropic’s AI as long as they put in certain safety features and tell users they’re using Anthropic’s tech. Anthropic listed some safety rules for developers to keep kids safe while using these apps. This includes making sure kids are the right age, checking the content, and teaching kids how to use AI responsibly. Anthropic might also give developers special tools to make sure the apps are safer for kids. If developers use Anthropic’s AI, they have to follow rules about kids’ safety and privacy, like…

New Delhi: Venkata Narayana K, the CEO of Prestige Estates Projects, has resigned from the company to pursue personal endeavours. His resignation, effective as of May 10, 2024, marks the end of a significant tenure spanning 20 years, during which he assumed various roles, including Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary, before becoming CEO in August 2017. Although he will step down from his CEO position and board committees, he will continue as a non-key Managerial Personnel (KMP) until August 10, 2024, to ensure a seamless transition. In his resignation letter, Venkata expressed his intention to explore other interests, notably establishing a Real…

Nashik: US based Minerva Ventures Fund has picked up 2% equity stake –  buying 2 crore shares in KBC Global Ltd ( Previously known as Karda Construction Limited ) BSE – 541161, a prominent player in the construction and real estate development sector. As per bulk deal data available, Minerva Ventures Fund has bought 1% Equity (1 crore shares) of KBC Global Ltd at Rs. 2.05 per share on 26 April 2024 on National Stock Exchange. The fund again bought 1% Equity (1 crore shares) of KBC Global Ltd at Rs. 2.10 per share on 30 April 2024. The fund bought total…

New Delhi: Many might not know this, but Google played a big part in creating the first versions of popular Android apps like Twitter. Sara Beykpour, who used to work at Twitter and now co-founded Particle, a news startup, spilled the beans on a podcast with Michael Mignano. She said Google made a demo version of the Twitter app for Android and gave it to Twitter to help promote Android. After that, Twitter took over making the app. Beykpour was one of the early folks working on it. Even though Google wrote about this in a blog back in 2010,…

New Delhi: Hital Meswani, whose dad was Mukesh Ambani’s first partner, plays a big role at Reliance Industries. He’s got a degree in Management & Technology from the University of Pennsylvania and has led major projects like the Hazira petrochemicals and Jamnagar refinery. Meswani doesn’t just handle projects; he’s also behind important changes within the company, like setting up the Reliance Management System. He joined Reliance in 1990 and made it to the board by 1995, showing his value and leadership. Along with his brother Nikhil, he’s one of the highest-paid guys at Reliance, showing how important he is to…

New Delhi: United We Care (UWC), a leading AI-powered mental wellness company, has launched a #MayDay campaign to mark Mental Health Awareness Month. As part of the initiative, UWC aims to raise awareness about mental health struggles that employees often feel hesitant to express openly. During the month-long campaign, UWC will touch upon various mental healthcare themes, encouraging people who might be struggling to consider therapy. Additionally, UWC will strive to break the stigma around mental health by encouraging a positive conversation on the sensitive issue. The campaign’s primary target audience includes C-Level executives, HR professionals, and healthcare providers, among…

New Delhi: A Reddit user shared a troubling experience, claiming they were suspended from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) for reporting a security problem despite TCS’s rule protecting whistleblowers. The issue involved the user’s manager asking employees to use their personal laptops and share login details.  Feeling stuck, the user asked for advice on the platform, saying HR and managers weren’t helping due to bad relations. Suggestions from others included sharing the incident on LinkedIn and reaching out to higher-ups at TCS, like its ethics committee. In response to comments, the user said they contacted senior officials and were blamed for things like sharing client info and using WhatsApp for work. This…

Kolkata: Treacle, a cybersecurity startuphas raised INR 4 Croresin a pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The funds will be utilized to enhance technical and business development, marketing and office expenses, partnerships, and expansion in the Indian market. Incubated from the IHub program at FIRST, IIT Kanpur, Treacle, specializes in Defensive Security. Led by Co-founders Subhasis Mukhopadhyay (CEO), Subhajit Manna (CTO), and Partha Das (COO), it combines decades of collective expertise in cybersecurity and software development. Subhasis, with 8 years in Defensive Cyber Security and renowned research acumen, spearheads innovation. Subhajit who comes with a B.Tech in ECE and 7 years experience in OT systems security and DevOps, ensuring technical…

Noida: Scholars Merit Online Pvt Ltd is proud to announce the launch of iMerit, its flagship program designed to upskill fresh and lateral graduates, making them job-ready for today’s dynamic industry demands. iMerit is part of Scholars Merit’s commitment to bridging the gap between academia and industry, ensuring that graduates are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their professional careers. According to a recent study, only 1 in 10 engineering students graduating this year may land a job. The India Employment Report 2024, published by the International Labour Organization in association with The Institute for Human Development, also pointed out that…

New Delhi: On Wednesday, Samsung Medison, the medical device arm of Samsung Electronics specializing in diagnostic imaging devices, announced its intention to acquire Sonio, a Paris-based startup renowned for its AI-powered software tailored for ultrasound workflows, for approximately $92.7 million (KRW 126 billion).  Sonio’s AI assistant targets assisting obstetricians and gynaecologists in the assessment and documentation of ultrasound examinations. Notably, its product Sonio Detect has obtained regulatory clearance from the United States FDA 510(k), employing deep learning algorithms to enhance real-time ultrasound scan image quaality.  Samsung Medison expressed its anticipation that Sonio’s software would enhance its capacity to introduce superior AI-driven imaging workflows to the…