Author: Ansh Singh

New Delhi: The possibility of Google’s Gemini AI model coming to the iPhone has sparked discussions about the mainstream integration of generative AI in smartphones, potentially marking a significant shift in the technology landscape. Amid reports of collaboration between Apple and Google, speculations arise regarding the implications of such a partnership on the future of smartphone features.  If these reports prove accurate, Apple’s consideration of incorporating Google’s AI model into upcoming iPhone features suggests a recognition of the growing importance of generative AI in mobile devices. This potential move indicates a departure from viewing AI as a premium feature and underscores…

New Delhi: TCS CEO K. Krithivasan has made it unequivocally clear that the company is committed to bringing its entire workforce back to the office for work, stating, “We are not proponents of remote work.” Speaking at a recent Nasscom session in Mumbai, Krithivasan emphasized the importance of physical presence in the workplace for individual and organizational growth. He highlighted that crucial learning experiences stem from interactions with colleagues and seniors in the office environment, which cannot be replicated through virtual means such as Zoom calls. Krithivasan underscored the significance of in-person collaboration and camaraderie, stating that these vital aspects…

Ahmedabad: Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) recently announced a significant leap towards sustainable waste management with the initiation of a tender process. The tender invited proposals for the Design, Build, Erection, Commissioning, Operation and Maintenance of a state-of-the-art 300 Tons Per Day (TPD) Capacity Municipal Solid Waste to Steam Plant under the PPP model. This move underscores AMC’s commitment to addressing the challenges of Solid Waste Management (SWM) in Ahmedabad City. Commenting on this initiative, a spokesperson from Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation stated, “The decision to steer 300 Tons Per Day (TPD) of municipal solid waste to a steam plant under the…

New Delhi: Zomato’s CEO, Deepinder Goyal, has entered into matrimony with Grecia Munoz, a Mexican entrepreneur and model. The wedding ceremony took place more than a month ago, according to a source who is familiar with the matter. Munoz, hailing from Mexico, has transitioned from a modeling career to founding her startup focused on luxury consumer goods. Following their wedding, Deepinder Goyal and Grecia Munoz returned from their honeymoon in February. Munoz, as indicated in her Instagram bio, proudly identifies as Mexican but also feels at home in India. This marks Goyal’s second marriage, having previously been married to Kanchan Joshi, whom he…

From leveraging the power of automation to cultivating strategic partnerships, here are five service providers leading the space : Sourceinfi: Sourceinfi, a prominent player in the Indian dropshipping industry, has revolutionized the landscape of e-commerce with its innovative approach. With a deep understanding of the operational and supply chain intricacies, Sourceinfi identified a critical need within the market: the demand for unique products. Recognizing that marketers are eager to introduce fresh inventory but need help finding reliable sources, Sourceinfi tapped into the vast pool of Chinese suppliers to bring a diverse range of products to its platform. Through seamless integration…

New Delhi: Zomato has opted to abandon the green dress code for delivery riders tasked with transporting exclusively vegetarian food following substantial criticism on social media. CEO Deepinder Goyal addressed the controversy and announced the decision via social media platforms. In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Goyal stated, “While we will continue to maintain a fleet for vegetarians, we have opted to eliminate the on-ground differentiation of this fleet based on the colour green. Both our regular fleet and our vegetarian fleet will now wear the colour red.” He further explained, “This means that the fleet designated for…

New Delhi: During a stimulating session entitled ‘Harnessing the Power of AI: A Journey of Creativity and Innovation’ at the Aayush Ailawadi facilitated an insightful discussion on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on employment. The conversation featured contributions from Vyshak Venugopalan, Director of Solution Consulting at Adobe India, and Samik Roy, Executive Director for India & South Asia at Microsoft. When addressing the perennial question of whether AI will replace human jobs, Samik Roy of Microsoft provided historical context: “This is a recurring debate that arises with every new invention. When the steam engine was introduced, concerns arose about job…

New Delhi: NR Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys, has recently made headlines by gifting shares worth more than ₹240 crore to his four-month-old grandson, Ekagrah Rohan Murty. Ekagrah now holds 1,500,000 shares of Infosys, which represents a 0.04 percent ownership stake in the company. This transaction took place outside the public market, as indicated by an exchange filing. Following this gift, Mr Murthy’s own stake in Infosys has decreased from 0.40 percent to 0.36 percent, equivalent to 1.51 crore shares. Ekagrah, born in November 2023 to Rohan Murty and Aparna Krishnan, is the third grandchild of Narayan and Sudha Murty, who are…

New Delhi: Researchers in Sydney are making significant strides in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, surpassing even Elon Musk’s Neuralink, which garnered substantial attention earlier this year. While Neuralink made headlines for implanting a computer chip into a human and enabling control of a computer mouse with thoughts, skepticism remains about the project’s details and potential risks such as brain privacy and hacking. Dr. Steve Kassem from Neuroscience Research Australia advises caution with Neuralink’s developments, noting that Australia is a hub for neurological research. One notable project at the University of Technology Sydney involves demonstrating how soldiers can control a robot…

New Delhi: Google is facing renewed scrutiny from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) over allegations of unfair pricing practices. The watchdog has initiated an investigation into Google’s pricing model, accusing the tech giant of leveraging its market dominance to implement discriminatory pricing policies. According to the CCI’s order, Google’s pricing policies on its app marketplace, Google Play, discriminate between physical and digital services. While certain apps offering services like food delivery or ride-hailing are exempt from fees, digital services such as dating or music streaming platforms are subjected to significant charges ranging from 11% to 30%. This investigation follows…