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America's shutdown of Anthropic's AI models is not a surprise. And India has seen it coming for 30 years
The US government's export control order on Anthropic's advanced AI models, blocking non-American nationals, highlights a long-standing Indian pattern of adopting foreign technology without developing indigenous alternatives. This "kill switch" event underscores the vulnerability of nations dependent on foreign tech infrastructure, urging India to prioritize strategic autonomy and build its own AI capabilities.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 26%
On Thursday evening, US President Trump said he would “hit Iran hard tonight”. Then, as the world waited with bated breath, came the announcement that the strike had been postponed. While markets followed a familiar pattern, there was a difference in how the crude oil market reacted. And that is where a clue about what could happen might be. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: Earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Mark Zuckerberg says Meta made 'mistakes' in AI workforce shift
Meta's chief Mark Zuckerberg admits the company made errors during its AI shift. He is investing heavily in artificial intelligence to reshape Meta's operations. Zuckerberg assures employees there will be no more company-wide layoffs this year. He is focused on providing organizational stability. Meta will also increase team-building initiatives and scale back manager oversight.
How a 22-year-old Indian techie dropped out to build an AI startup
A 22-year-old Indian entrepreneur, Kinjal Nandy, has secured significant pre-seed funding for his AI startup, Sonatic, at a ₹191 crore valuation. Backed by prominent Silicon Valley investors, Nandy left Cornell University to focus on developing adaptive AI systems that assist users beyond simple prompts, aiming to shift workflows towards outcomes.
India's exporters built a $420 billion services economy. This is the award they deserve.
The Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026 offer Indian exporters the most consequential opportunity to get recognised this year. Here’s why it matters, and why you should not let it pass.
Physical security startup Coram AI raises $35 million co-led by Ansa Capital, Battery Ventures
The San Francisco-based company was cofounded by Ashesh Jain, formerly head of autonomy at Lyft's self-driving division, and Peter Ondruska, who led AI research at Lyft before moving to Toyota's Woven division after it acquired Lyft's self-driving unit in 2021.
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TCS and Anthropic launch global premier partnership to drive enterprise AI scaling
Under the deal, TCS becomes a Global Premier Partner in Anthropic's Claude Partner Network. The company will deploy Claude to 50,000 of its employees across functions like engineering, finance, legal, and sales. TCS said this internal rollout will help it build hands-on expertise before applying it to client work.
Meta-Reliance AI hub; SAP CEO on India's AI edge
Meta has tapped Reliance for India AI data centre. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
To win the deep-tech race, India needs ‘General Innovation Rules’
India is launching ambitious science initiatives. However, current financial rules designed for conventional procurement hinder R&D. A new 'General Innovation Rules' regime is proposed. This will adopt a portfolio approach for high-risk research. It will redefine public benefit to include private actors. Milestone-based disbursements and multi-year commitments will be key. This aims to boost India's deep-tech R&D race.
India can take the lead in applying AI in industries: SAP CEO Christian Klein
SAP CEO Christian Klein believes India can lead in applying AI to industries like manufacturing and finance, rather than just replicating large language models. He emphasised workforce transformation and sees India's talent, infrastructure investment, and government support as key to its continued tech powerhouse status amidst global AI shifts.
IIT Hyderabad launches AI hub with JICA to boost Indo–Japan AI collaboration
The AI Innovation Hub at IIT Hyderabad, with JICA and Japanese partners, strengthens Indo–Japan AI collaboration by focusing on practical solutions and global exposure for students, while advancing applied research and India’s role in the global AI ecosystem.
A 15-year-old from Ontario built a bionic underwater “robot turtle” that detects what is quietly killing our seas and just won $50,000 for it
A young innovator has created BURT, a robotic turtle that moves quietly underwater. This AI-powered machine mimics natural swimming to observe marine life and pollution. It can detect tiny plastic pieces, offering a new, affordable tool for scientists. BURT's design promises less disturbance to sensitive environments. This technology is set to revolutionize underwater monitoring efforts globally.
Apple stock price prediction after WWDC 2026: With Apple (AAPL) trading near its all-time high of $302.25, will AI-powered Siri drive the stock above $400?
Apple stock price is once again at the center of Wall Street's attention after WWDC 2026. As Apple stock trades near $302, investors are debating whether the company's biggest artificial intelligence decision in years will unlock a new growth era or expose a hidden weakness. Apple stock remained close to record highs ahead of the keynote. Yet beneath the optimism lies a sharp divide among analysts. Some see a path toward $400 per share. Others believe Apple stock could retreat toward $215 if execution disappoints.
AI isn’t just for large enterprises: Xebia's Anand Sahay on why MSMEs could be AI’s biggest winners
As India accelerates its sovereign AI ambitions, the focus is shifting from infrastructure to outcomes, how businesses can harness AI to improve productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness.
India can win in AI deployment despite lagging in advanced chips: Neelkanth Mishra
India can create significant economic value by deploying artificial intelligence to solve real-world problems in healthcare, education, and banking. While behind in AI and chip manufacturing, the nation is making progress. Future plans aim for advanced chip production. Investment in research and deep technology is crucial for growth.
Laid off by Oracle, Indian techie gets 3 new jobs in 45 days. He shares how he bagged the offers faster than expected
After getting laid off, a software engineer turned it into a major career comeback. He spent a focused 45 days diving deep into data structures, algorithms, and AI engineering, plus beefing up his system design skills.
Laid off by Oracle, engineer gets 3 job offers in 45 days: Techie shares job strategy that worked for him
A software engineer, laid off from Oracle, secured three job offers within 45 days by dedicating hours daily to DSA practice, learning AI engineering from scratch, and consistently applying to 10-15 jobs. This focused approach, combined with system design preparation and an active LinkedIn presence, led to a new role as an AI Engineer.
Aditya Shah favors domestic growth themes, stays bullish on IT and infrastructure sector
Aditya Shah of Hercules Advisors identifies EPC companies with strong order books as key infrastructure opportunities, favoring players like Ahluwalia Contracts and PSP Projects. He remains constructive on IT despite AI concerns, highlighting TCS and HCL Tech for their dividend yields. Shah also sees value in ITC due to its attractive dividend yield and decent consumer business performance.
'Doctors have BMWs, Audis': IIT engineer, who got laid off by a American big tech company, says MBBS is the only AI-proof career left in India; doctors fire back
An IIT graduate's claim that medicine is India's safest career is sparking debate. He argues AI and tech layoffs make doctor jobs more secure. While some agree healthcare is insulated, others highlight the demanding medical education and early career struggles. This reflects growing anxiety among tech professionals as AI reshapes industries.
Applied Aerospace & Defense valued at $3.5 billion as shares rise in NYSE debut
Applied Aerospace & Defense made its stock market debut on Wednesday. The company's shares opened higher than their offer price. This debut valued the firm at over three billion dollars. It also marks the start of a busy week for new stock listings. Several other companies are also set to go public this week.
At Big 4 firms, AI is starting to reshape the tax profession
Major accounting firms in India are embracing artificial intelligence for tax services. AI is automating routine tasks, research, and drafting, allowing consultants to focus on complex interpretations and client strategy. This shift is significantly increasing efficiency and changing traditional consulting models. Firms are seeing substantial growth in AI query volumes, indicating widespread adoption and a new era for tax advisory.
Tighter student visa rules may deepen AI talent shortage in US
Proposed changes to US student visa rules could make it harder for international graduates, particularly Indians, to remain employed in the United States after completing their studies, potentially worsening talent shortages in sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), technology and engineering, according to Danielle Goldman, co-founder and CEO of Build.
Watch: Anthropic's free Claude workshop that teaches 40 prompting techniques from the team behind the AI
Anthropic has released a free 24-minute workshop featuring its Applied AI team, offering 40 prompting techniques to enhance Claude's output. This direct guidance from the developers provides practical strategies for users to improve AI results, moving beyond basic input to a refined skill. The initiative is part of Anthropic's broader effort to expand educational resources for AI users and developers.
Why India's Product Managers are racing to learn the language of AI
Product and business managers in India face a new anxiety: being surpassed by peers adept at leveraging AI. The product lifecycle is being rewritten, demanding new skills beyond traditional prioritization. Professionals must develop AI literacy and cross-functional fluency to effectively manage AI-driven products and make informed business decisions.
Who truly leads the AI industry now? Anthropic’s $965 billion valuation and Claude Opus 4.8 launch reignite the battle for AI supremacy beyond OpenAI’s early lead
Who truly leads the AI industry now? As Anthropic reaches a $965 billion valuation and launches Claude Opus 4.8, the AI race enters a new phase. Is OpenAI losing AI dominance despite its first-mover advantage, or does AI leadership now belong to the company winning in enterprise AI, advanced reasoning, coding performance, investor confidence, and large language model adoption?
India’s tech workforce is at a turning point. Reskilling will define what comes next
The Indian software engineer's career path is rapidly evolving due to generative AI and intelligent automation. A significant talent gap exists, with demand for AI skills far outstripping supply. Developers must now focus on working with AI tools, systems design, and building AI-driven solutions to remain relevant in a market that is already prioritizing AI expertise.
As AI Adoption Accelerates in India, Mumbai Emerges as a Key Technology Hub
As India’s AI ecosystem shifts from experimentation to real-world deployment, conversations around startup innovation, enterprise adoption, AI hiring and venture activity are gaining momentum across the technology landscape. Against this backdrop, Mumbai Tech Week (MTW) 2026 returns to Mumbai on May 29–30, bringing together developers, founders, investors, policymakers and global technology companies under the theme AI in Action. Featuring participation from companies including OpenAI, Meta, Anthropic and Google Cloud, the gathering reflects Mumbai’s growing role in India’s AI and technology ecosystem.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg makes two promises after 8,000 layoffs, one on future job cuts
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has assured employees that there will be no more company-wide layoffs this year following a major restructuring that affected around 8,000 workers. The announcement comes after widespread job cuts linked to Meta’s increased investment in artificial intelligence. Zuckerberg also acknowledged shortcomings in communication during the process, offering clarity and reassurance to remaining employees amid ongoing organisational changes.
AI takes the wheel for smarter factory floors
Manufacturers are repurposing AI as a tool for faster execution in a twist to the industrial AI playbook.
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