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Ode to a compassionate algorithm: Philanthropists are backing AI for public good
From Flipkart’s Binny Bansal to Chrys Capital’s Ashish Dhawan and Karishma Sanghvi of Sun Pharma, a growing number of entrepreneurs are writing cheques for AI that can diagnose diseases, empower teachers, modernise courts and strengthen public services, betting that the technology can create social returns as significant as commercial ones.
Horoscope Today, November 3, 2026: Aries Gets Creative, Taurus Finds Comfort, Gemini Makes Powerful Connections
The Moon transits into Leo today, illuminating creative self-expression, domestic stability, and dynamic communication. While Jupiter in Leo inspires confidence and ambitious growth, retrograde Mercury and Venus in Libra caution against signed financial rush and unverified commitments. Debilitated Mars in Cancer calls for emotional composure. Today brings strategic creative momentum for Aries, foundational workspace organization for Taurus, and proactive networking for Gemini.
Risks spelled out for Anthropic investors include possible harms from runaway AI
The risks laid out by the San Francisco company in its filing Monday with the Securities and Exchange Commission included discussion of bad actors potentially using AI models to build deadly weapons or the technology itself going rogue with untold consequences.
Who are the biggest investors backing Anthropic? A look at key stakeholders
Anthropic’s planned IPO is set to test public-market appetite for artificial intelligence companies. Backed by Amazon, Google, leading venture capital firms, global institutions and prominent individual investors, the Claude maker has seen its valuation surge through successive funding rounds.
Anthropic's top investors include Amazon, Google, Fidelity Management
Anthropic is preparing for its initial public offering, supported by significant investments from Amazon and Google. The company's valuation has increased significantly through numerous funding rounds over recent periods. Key investors like ICONIQ Capital and Coatue Management have also expressed confidence in its potential. Anthropic's partnerships with technology leaders enhance its resources for advancing AI development.
Silver dividends: How investing in ageing societies can boost growth and cut healthcare costs
As populations age and people work longer, governments can turn longevity into an economic opportunity by investing in accessible infrastructure, reskilling and flexible employment. The proposed “silver multiplier” captures how keeping older people socially and economically engaged can raise output, support entrepreneurship, improve public health and reduce healthcare spending.
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AI fear makes companies look powerful and helps them raise funds: Andrew Ng
In an exclusive interview with The Economic Times Digital, Andrew Ng argues that the immediate challenge is to prepare people for work that increasingly involves AI. He notes that computer science students, who have never used a coding agent or are connected to an advanced AI model, even as those skills become essential, continue to graduate from universities.
OpenAI’s IPO dream may shatter with distress sale to MS
In a recent discussion, Gary Marcus raised critical flags about OpenAI's fiscal responsibilities as the stock market faces instability. He warned that the demise of leading AI firms could trigger extensive financial repercussions. Notably, Marcus compared the current climate to WeWork's disastrous decline, suggesting that Microsoft might pick up OpenAI at a bargain.
Why L&T Technology shares jumped 11% to hit the Rs 4,000 level afterQ2 results
L&T Technology Services shares rose sharply past Rs 4,000 after Q2 results beat expectations, driven by margin expansion, AI-led deal wins and strong sustainability business growth. Management expects a stronger second half of FY27, while Motilal Oswal, Nuvama and Nomura raised their target prices but maintained cautious ratings.
The science of better decisions: How the brain responds to pressure
Stress, cognitive fatigue and divided attention can affect how founders assess risks and make decisions. Understanding the neuroscience behind these responses offers business leaders practical ways to manage pressure, build better habits and sustain performance.
Popular songs are losing feeling and getting more anxious, Michigan State University researchers find in one of the largest studies of its kind analyzing over 38,000 lyrics
Researchers at Michigan State University conducted an impressive analysis of more than 38,000 songs from diverse artists across time. Their findings highlighted a growing prevalence of anxiety-related language within lyrics, alongside a decrease in emotional and relational themes. This trend held steady through various musical eras, indicating that maturity in artists does not seem to translate into greater emotional awareness or connections reflected in their songwriting.
Dr Doom, who predicted global financial crisis, has a forecast for India
Economist Nouriel Roubini, known as “Dr Doom” for predicting the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, sees India emerging as a major growth story over the coming decades. He believes easing US tariffs, deeper trade ties, friendshoring and continued reforms could strengthen India's economic prospects. However, India must accelerate growth towards 9% to create enough jobs for its young workforce as artificial intelligence reshapes employment and global manufacturers diversify beyond China.
Beyond the classroom: What makes the ET x LSE leadership programme stand out
Designed for senior executives, the ET x LSE High-Performance Leadership & Strategic Decision-Making programme provides an enriching learning experience in leadership and strategic choices. Participants become LSE Executive Education Associates, enabling them to engage with a supportive professional community that enhances their expertise. This program's benefits extend well beyond its completion, proving to be an excellent long-term investment.
AI-powered stock funds bet bots can pick stocks faster and better than humans
A select group of fund managers is now incorporating artificial intelligence into their exchange traded funds to guide investment choices. Surveys reveal considerable enthusiasm among asset managers for adopting AI technologies this year. Notably, some AI-powered funds have outperformed traditional benchmarks swiftly. Although apprehensions about risk management in volatile markets persist, many advisors are exercising caution.
World Mental Health Day 2026: What are anxiety symptoms, self-care tips and treatments WHO recommends for the disorder that affects millions worldwide
World Mental Health Day 2026: The World Health Organization explains how anxiety disorders can affect daily life, the symptoms people should recognise, and the role of cognitive behavioural therapy and other treatments. WHO also recommends practical self-care measures, including regular physical activity, relaxation techniques and mindfulness, while stressing the importance of access to appropriate mental health care.
You can lose money for strange reasons like knowledge and sense of control: 5 ways how Dunning-Kruger effect helps in managing your personal finance
Knowing about asset allocation and diversification is not the same as knowing what will work in one’s case. That is because one lacks real world experience and expertise that the professional may have in that area. Also, there are convictions, conditioning and behavioural biases that an individual may labour under. The illusion of knowledge may offer false confidence.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal meets US corporate leaders to push India investment opportunities
During his visit to the United States, Piyush Goyal held meetings with executives from several major American companies. The discussions focused on expanding investment and manufacturing opportunities within India under the Make in India initiative. Goyal highlighted the rising potential of India's consumer market as a strong base for global brands.
$400 million AI bet before 2045: What Bill Gates Foundation plans to change for millions of Americans
The Bill Gates Foundation has pledged $1 billion towards the development of equitable AI solutions for education and healthcare. With a special focus on enhancing educational tools across global schools, $400 million is earmarked for this initiative. By 2045, the goal is to help 10 million Americans achieve meaningful credentials.
Psychology says there’s a reason people suddenly talk about the weather when conversation gets awkward
Across multiple studies, people consistently believed they had made a less positive impression than they actually had. Conversation partners generally liked them and enjoyed the interaction more than they assumed. Researchers observed this pattern in several settings, including conversations between strangers in laboratories, students forming relationships with dormmates and people meeting one another at a workshop.
Don’t Let AI Destroy the Skills That Make Your Company Competitive
Artificial intelligence is often promoted as a force multiplier for organizations, but used carelessly it can erode the very capabilities that make firms competitive. As AI tools become embedded in everyday workflows, employees may rely on them instead of developing judgment, organizations may bury important decisions inside opaque systems, and social interactions that build trust and shared understanding may weaken. This article describes these three risks and shows how companies can respond by protecting critical human skills, preserving decision-making structures, and deliberately rebuilding collaborative spaces. AI should augment organizational intelligence—not replace the human capabilities on which long-term performance depends.
Amazon Now’s sales surge; govt’s stance on UPI charges
Happy Tuesday! Amazon's quick commerce arm is scaling fast, India head Samir Kumar told us. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
AI at population scale: Rahul Chari’s charter for the next 300 million
At Global Fintech Fest 2026, PhonePe co-founder and CPTO Rahul Chari laid out an AI philosophy built on intent-led experiences, engineering scale and operational efficiency.
Psychology says people who read reviews, watch trailer or check ratings before watching a movie aren't afraid of making the wrong choice: What the behavior reveals?
Psychology says people who read reviews, watch trailer or check ratings before watching a movie aren't indecisive. They may be using information to manage risk, time and expectations before choosing a film. Reviews, ratings and trailers can help viewers decide whether a movie fits their interests. This behavior can also provide control, reduce regret and prepare the brain for the story before watching it.
In 2008, Leonardo DiCaprio bought into a Manhattan building with solar power and filtered air; 6 years later, he bought the neighboring apartment for $8 million
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has made a notable investment in sustainable living by purchasing apartments in the eco-friendly Riverhouse building, renowned for its solar panels and state-of-the-art air filtration systems. Research indicates that living in such environments can enhance cognitive function and overall health. DiCaprio’s choice underscores his commitment to environmental advocacy, highlighting the practical advantages of green housing.
AI boom poses new financial stability risks, BIS head says
The BIS estimates the world's five largest technology firms will invest more than $1 trillion in AI between 2025 and 2026, while industry forecasts suggest global AI investment could grow from about $500 billion now to as much as $4 trillion by 2030.
Flipkart's new Minutes app; Anthropic employee sounds alarm
Flipkart has launched a standalone app for its quick commerce unit Minutes. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
'A different kind of war': Former CDS Gen Anil Chauhan outlines new threats facing India, from cognitive colonialism to Pakistan, China
General Anil Chauhan highlighted evolving geopolitical shifts and technological advancements impacting national security. He discussed warfare's changing nature, including information as a weapon and cognitive colonialism. India's response requires strengthening national capacity across traditional and emerging domains. Future conflicts will increasingly involve cyber and information warfare, not just physical attacks. Pakistan and China pose distinct, long-term security challenges to India's borders.
Psychology says being intelligent doesn’t guarantee good test scores: The hidden reason students panic on exam day
Psychology says this does not necessarily indicate that a student lacks intelligence. The ability to understand something and the ability to demonstrate that knowledge under pressure are not always the same. Anxiety, attention, confidence and the brain’s response to evaluation can all influence how well a student performs in an exam or other high-pressure situation.
When executive decisions carry greater consequences, better judgement matters
Better decision-making starts with understanding what shapes judgement. The ET x LSE High-Performance Leadership & Strategic Decision-Making experience explores cognitive biases, behavioural insights, negotiation, influence and cross-cultural leadership to help executives navigate uncertainty, make sharper decisions and lead more effectively.
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