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How this man, who failed to crack IIT & faced Microsoft rejection, landed a job at Google & then a high-paying role at Meta in London
The story of Amit Dutta highlights how failure in competitive exams like IIT does not define one’s future. After failing to clear the IIT entrance in 2018 and facing further setbacks such as a Microsoft internship rejection, he chose to focus on building his skills and improving consistently. His persistence led to a full-time role at Google in 2022 and later a high-paying opportunity at Meta in London. His journey from a lesser-known college to global success has gone viral, offering an inspiring message to students that resilience, hard work and self-belief matter more than a single exam outcome.
Brain drain at OpenAI: 3 top leaders leave in a single day—Sora ends, billions lost despite AI boom
OpenAI sees three top executives leave on the same day. This follows the company's decision to close experimental projects like Sora, its AI video tool. OpenAI is now concentrating on its core business of enterprise AI. This marks a significant shift for the company, with many original leaders departing over the past two years.
EU denies bowing to tech lobby on data centre green impact
The European Commission denies allegations of copying industry lobbyists' proposals for data centre environmental impact rules. A probe suggests tech giants like Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Meta influenced a decision to keep individual data centre information secret. The Commission admits using stakeholder advice but insists the core intention of respecting business secrets remains. Aggregated national data is now publicly available.
Is Anthropic's Mythos AI too powerful? Bankers and ministers get into a huddle and raise concerns - key points to know
Anthropic Mythos financial system risk: Global finance leaders are discussing Anthropic's new AI model, Claude Mythos. This advanced AI can identify system vulnerabilities. Finance ministers and central bankers are concerned about its potential impact on financial systems. Access to Mythos is restricted. Banks are urged to strengthen defenses. More such AI models are expected soon.
Claude Opus 4.7 released: Here’s what’s new in the latest version of Anthropic's flagship AI model
Anthropic on Thursday released Claude Opus 4.7, the latest upgrade in its flagship Opus AI model family. Users will now be able to delegate work that previously required close supervision to the AI assistant. The model demonstrates stronger instruction-following, higher consistency over extended workflows, and the ability to self-verify outputs before delivering results.
Meta to raise Quest VR headset prices in US on rising component costs
Meta Platforms is raising prices for its virtual reality headsets starting April 19 in the United States. This move is driven by increasing costs for memory chips. The entry-level Quest 3S and higher-end Quest 3 models will see price adjustments. Other tech companies are also increasing device prices due to similar component supply issues.
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Claude Opus 4.7 launched: Smarter, safer AI - but why isn’t it more powerful than Anthropic's Claude Mythos explained
Claude Opus 4.7: Anthropic unveils Claude Opus 4.7, a practical AI upgrade for everyday work, software engineering, and instruction following. While its most powerful public model, it's less advanced than the exclusive Claude Mythos Preview. Opus 4.7 features built-in safeguards against risky cybersecurity uses.
Stellantis, Microsoft sign five-year partnership for AI push
Automaker Stellantis partners with Microsoft for five years. They will jointly develop artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. This collaboration aims to boost Stellantis' technology efforts. The partnership will also modernize Stellantis' IT infrastructure. This move helps Stellantis compete with tech-focused rivals. It focuses on enhancing vehicle features and customer experiences.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman seeks dismissal of sister's punitive damages claims in sexual abuse lawsuit
Annie Altman accused her brother of sexually abusing and raping her between 1997 and 2006 at the family home in suburban Clayton, Missouri, starting when she was three and he was 12. She said the "last acts of sexual abuse and rape" occurred when Sam Altman was an adult. He is now 40.
Global Markets: Asian stocks rise, US hits record on Iran talks
The MSCI Asia Pacific Index opened 0.4% higher on Thursday as traders bet a de-escalation of the Middle East conflict will ease oil prices and lift economic growth. That was after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indexes both closed at record highs, with Bank of America Corp. and Morgan Stanley leading financials higher after stronger-than-expected revenue.
Xbox CEO Calls Game Pass ‘too expensive’ in leaked memo: Will prices be cut? Here’s what Microsoft is planning
The move comes after Microsoft significantly increased subscription prices in 2025, with Game Pass Ultimate rising to $30 per month. Other tiers are currently priced at $15 for Premium, $10 for Essential, and $16.50 for PC Game Pass.
Why many Americans are turning to AI for health advice, according to recent polls
Turning to artificial intelligence tools for health advice has become a habit for Davis and many other Americans, according to a West Health-Gallup Center on Healthcare in America poll published Wednesday. The poll, conducted in late 2025 and backed up by at least three other recent surveys with similar findings, found that roughly one-quarter of US adults had used an AI tool for health information or advice in the past 30 days.
NHRC member defends notice to MeitY, says child safety concerns override pending DPDP enforcement
The NHRC in its March 24 notice to the ministry had raised alleged non-compliance of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act by digital platforms. Digital services industry grouping Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), in a letter to the NHRC, argued that its intervention was premature, since several provisions of the DPDP Act would come into force only next year.
Microsoft takes over Stargate data center from OpenAI in Norway
Microsoft will rent 30,000 additional Nvidia Vera Rubin chips from neocloud provider Nscale at a campus inside the arctic circle in Narvik, Norway, Nscale said in a statement. This builds on a prior $6.2 billion commitment Microsoft made at the same site.
Nvidia launches open-source ‘Ising’ AI models to tackle quantum computing bottlenecks
Firms such as IBM, Google and Microsoft are building quantum hardware and software stacks, while startups like IonQ are focused on specialised systems. However, all players face a common challenge — making quantum computers stable enough for real-world use.
LinkedIn AI training jobs could pay up to Rs 14,000 an hour: Who can apply, how it works
LinkedIn is testing an AI jobs marketplace that could let users earn up to $150 an hour training chatbots, according to Business Insider. The platform is rolling out early listings, eligibility checks, and AI-led screening to match users with paid training projects.
Practo names ex-Salesforce executive Srijesh Kumar as global CPTO
Practo has appointed Srijesh Kumar as global CPTO to lead AI-driven growth and international expansion. He joins from Salesforce with prior roles at major tech firms like Expedia group, Punchh, Adobe, and Microsoft. Kumar will bring engineering, data, and product teams under a unified structure, the company said in a statement.
India accounts for 15% of GitHub’s global user base, with 27 million developers on the platform
Kyle Daigle, COO of GitHub, said in a post on X that India now accounts for one in seven new developers globally. India now makes up over 15% of GitHub’s global user base of over 180 million developers.
Gulf storm: India should be evaluated as a strategic locational hedge for co-sharing GCC data centre infra
Recent attacks on cloud data centers in West Asia highlight a new geopolitical risk. Hyperscale providers are now reassessing their global infrastructure. India offers a secure and stable environment for data center expansion. Its robust policies and existing ties with the Gulf region make it a natural strategic partner.
OpenAI to open first permanent London office in 2027
OpenAI is establishing its first permanent office in London. This expansion aims to meet growing demand and build the company's largest research hub outside the United States. The new office, set to open in 2027, will accommodate 544 team members. This move comes despite OpenAI pausing a data center project in Britain due to regulatory and energy cost concerns.
OpenAI touts Amazon alliance in memo, says Microsoft has 'limited our ability' to reach clients: Report
OpenAI touts Amazon alliance in memo, says Microsoft has “limited our ability” to reach clients
From users to builders: How AI and low-code are rewriting who builds software
Citizen development and AI-driven “vibe coding” are reshaping how software is built inside organisations, shifting creation power from IT teams to everyday employees. The story begins with workers like Priya, a sales operations manager in Pune, who once depended on IT queues for automation but later built her own workflow tools using low-code platforms without writing code. Such “citizen developers” are now becoming central to enterprise productivity.
JD Vance, Bessent question tech giants on AI security before Anthropic's Mythos release
Anthropic's Dario Amodei, Alphabet's Sundar Pichai, OpenAI's Sam Altman, Microsoft's Satya Nadella and the heads of Palo Alto Networks and CrowdStrike were on the call, according to the report.
Canada's Cohere, Germany's Aleph Alpha in merger talks: Report
Canadian artificial intelligence company Cohere and German company Aleph Alpha are reportedly in merger discussions. The German government is said to support a potential deal, viewing it as a strategic move. This collaboration could strengthen Europe's position in the global AI race. Both companies have acknowledged ongoing strategic discussions. Germany aims to boost its AI capabilities and attract high-value jobs.
Is Anthropic's Mythos model the most capable AI yet, what is Capybara, and why is this powerful system considered too dangerous to go public over advanced hacking risks?
Is Anthropic Mythos model the most capable AI yet? A powerful new AI has triggered global concern. Anthropic says its Mythos system has already found thousands of critical software vulnerabilities. This includes flaws across major operating systems and web browsers. The Anthropic Mythos model too dangerous debate is now trending across cybersecurity and AI search queries. The model can not only detect bugs but also build working exploits fast. Even non-experts can use it effectively. That changes everything. Anthropic has restricted access to a small group including Google and Microsoft.
Amazon CEO reveals AI revenue, dismisses spending doubts in annual letter
Amazon's cloud division has reached a remarkable milestone, raking in more than $15 billion each year from its AI offerings. This impressive figure highlights the success of Amazon's heavy investments in technology. Additionally, the company's custom chip sector is thriving, boasting annual revenues exceeding $20 billion. With plans to market these chips externally, Amazon is poised for further expansion.
OpenAI pauses UK data centre project over regulation, costs
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, has halted its major data centre project in Britain. Unfavourable regulations and high energy costs are cited as reasons. This decision impacts the UK government's goal to become a global AI hub. OpenAI plans to resume the project when conditions improve for sustained investment.
Anthropic ropes in Microsoft executive Eric Boyd to lead infrastructure
Anthropic has hired former Microsoft executive Eric Boyd to lead its infrastructure team as demand for its AI tools grows. The company’s revenue has surged, driven by products like Claude Code. However, rising usage has strained services, prompting major investments in computing capacity and data centres to support future expansion.
Investors press Amazon, Microsoft and Google on water, power use in US data centres
Big tech companies Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are facing pressure from investors. Shareholders want more details on water usage and conservation for new data centers. These facilities require significant water, and companies are being asked to provide clearer data. This comes as some data centre construction projects have been halted due to community opposition. Investors seek transparency on environmental impact.
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