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Top 6 Startups Securing Big Investments This Week (Dec 7–Dec 13)
This week witnessed significant investments in innovative startups across diverse sectors, underscoring the resilience and growth potential of these ventures.
Aadhaar-Driven Financial Inclusion: Catalyzing Regional Economic Growth in Rural India
The emergence of digital tools such as the Aadhaar-enabled Payment System (AePS), which uses the biometric-based Aadhaar identity system for cash transfers and regular banking tasks, has become a tool to bridge the gap and improve financial inclusion
IIT Kanpur Launches Hackathon to Empower Startups in Cybersecurity
Startups will pitch their solutions to a panel of industry experts, with selected teams gaining access to incubation support at IIT Kanpur to help bring their ideas to market
Meta Unveils Latest AI Research and Tools to Advance Machine Intelligence
Meta has made the research papers, code, and models available for public use, inviting the research community to build on these advancements
BBC Files Complaint Against Apple Over Fake AI-Generated News Notifications
The controversy centers on Apple Intelligence, a newly launched feature in the UK that compiles AI-generated notifications from multiple news sources
Broadcom Stock Soars on AI Growth Outlook
Broadcom's next-generation AI chips, built with advanced 3-nanometer technology, are set to debut in the spring
Microsoft Compact AI Model Phi-4 Takes on Mathematical Challenges
Phi-4 surpasses both similar-sized and larger models in mathematical problem-solving, including high-profile competitors including Gemini Pro 1.5
5 Rule-Bending AI Hacks to Make Your Mornings More Productive and Profitable
By 2025, AI will transform productivity by streamlining workflows and cutting costs. Major companies like Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI are leading the way, advancing AI into "Phase 3," where tools act as digital assistants. Discover 5 AI hacks to boost efficiency and redefine your daily routine.
'It's Extraordinary': This Is the Biggest Bet Google Is Making, According to Its Chief Investment Officer
Google CIO Ruth Porat revealed Google's biggest gamble.
Former Steve Jobs Intern Says This Is How He Would Have Approached AI
The former intern is now the CEO of AI and data company DataStax.
'Bezos Is Donating Through Amazon': Tech Giant Makes $1 Million Donation to Donald Trump's Inaugural Fund
Amazon follows Meta's lead with the donation.
'I'm Shocked': Costco Customers Are Freaking Out About a Change to a Beloved Bakery Item
Costco customers are feeling burnt by a not-so-sweet switcheroo in the bakery department.
RBI's Next Chapter: Can India Embrace Crypto Innovation?
With the appointment of under-the-radar Sanjay Malhotra to replace Das as India's new and 26th central bank governor, crypto players are optimistic about the future
Here's How Much Costco's New CEO Made This Year
Ron Vachris is the third CEO in the company's 41-year history.
"45% of All Ongoing Hydropower Projects in India are Ours": Patel Engineering
Patel Engineering reported a turnover of INR 4,400 crore in the last fiscal year, with a projected 10 per cent growth for the current year.