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Anthropic launches Claude Whiteboards, Sheets and Data to expand AI-powered workplace tools
Anthropic has introduced Claude Whiteboards and Claude Sheets to enhance collaborative brainstorming and spreadsheet creation. Claude Data has also been launched to provide advanced data analysis capabilities for businesses. These tools aim to streamline teamwork by keeping all activities within the Claude platform. Users can expect integrations with various third-party applications to enhance their workflows. The company envisions Claude as a comprehensive tool for collaborative workplace productivity.
AI stocks: Are the days of easy money over? Aswath Damodaran warns investors of a new market reality ahead of Anthropic IPO
NYU professor Aswath Damodaran warns that broad-based gains from AI stocks may be fading as investors become more selective. He highlights diverging business models, rising infrastructure costs, uncertain monetisation and valuation risks, urging greater investment discipline.
CPI report today: What is current US Fed interest rate? Will inflation data force US Fed to go for interest rate hike?
CPI data today: Inflation report is running well above the US central bank's 2 per cent target. The US-Israeli war with Iran has boosted oil prices, combining with the import tariffs implemented by the Trump administration last year to lift the cost of living.
US consumer prices rise above expectations in October
Consumer prices in the US experienced a larger-than-expected increase in October, affecting future Federal Reserve interest rates. The Consumer Price Index rose by 0.4%, following a 0.6% increase in September. Core CPI also increased, leading many to predict a rate hike in December. Despite missing year-over-year data, inflation remains significantly above the Fed's 2% target.
Meta expands teen protections, brings AI age checks to more users
Meta uses AI to analyse whether a user is a teenager. This allows the company to identify users who may have lied about their age during registration and place them under Teen Account protections, which will automatically limit who can contact them, the content they see, and the time spent on its apps.
Who is Alice Huang, Chinese exec accused of spying on Nvidia CEO?
Alice Huang, a citizen of China, stands accused of espionage for Beijing through her romantic connection with Nvidia's Jensen Huang. Reports suggest she played a pivotal role at Megaspeed International, a data center firm, allegedly gathering intelligence on Jensen following the disclosure of their relationship. US authorities are scrutinizing Megaspeed for possibly violating chip export regulations. Both Alice and Megaspeed firmly reject these allegations as investigations continue.
Market may deliver bumper returns by next Diwali as valuations and earnings align, says Raamdeo Agrawal
Indian equities enter Samvat 2083 on a strong note, with Nifty surging 8.6% last week and reclaiming 25,000. Motilal Oswal Chairman Raamdeo Agarwal cites improving earnings, ₹45,970 crore in FPI inflows, stable currency and easing global pressures as potential drivers.
Environmental groups embrace AI, even as they warn of data center impacts
Environmental organisations are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance conservation efforts and analyze ecological data. Many express concerns about the environmental impact caused by data centers that support AI technologies. The energy and water consumption of these centers is projected to double by 2030, raising emissions concerns.
Goldman Sachs names 109 new global partners, 14 Indians make the cut; two promoted in Bengaluru
As of January 1, 2027, Goldman Sachs is set to elevate 109 employees globally to partner roles. Among these, there are 14 Indians across global offices, including two based in India, with Gowri Sekar making history as the first female partner from the Indian offices. This year's promotion intake marks the highest since 2010, highlighting the firm's focus on its significant Indian engineering workforce.
Arm beats second-quarter revenue estimates on AI and data-center demand
Arm said its server-chip architecture accounted for more than 50% of deployments at major cloud providers in 2025 and is expected to exceed 60% by the end of 2026.
Your old medical reports may reveal a disease risk you don't know about. Here's how AI can help
AI could help uncover hidden health risks by analysing years of old medical reports, blood tests, prescriptions and hospital records. Predictive AI models may identify patterns linked to conditions such as cardiac arrhythmias, liver disease and Type 1 diabetes, potentially allowing earlier medical intervention. However, incomplete medical records, data inconsistencies and false alerts remain major challenges.
Digital recruitment is creating a new cybersecurity risk for employers
Online hiring has made it easier for companies to reach candidates across locations, but it has also exposed recruitment processes to identity fraud, manipulated assessments and misuse of personal information. HR teams are increasingly responsible for protecting the integrity and security of the hiring process.
L&T Finance Pitch Point 2.0: Where an AI startup’s big idea meets enterprise scale
Pitch Point, L&T Finance’s contest for AI startups, is back for a second edition. Last year’s winners, Arrowhead AI and SpoofSense, talk about what they got out of it and what they would tell this year’s new applicants.
US Midterm Election 2026: Who gives ChatGPT your polling data? The answer leads to Brooklyn
A voter asks ChatGPT where to cast a ballot. The answer may begin at a county election office. A Brooklyn nonprofit helps move polling information from local officials to some of the biggest names in tech. Its role explains why two different tools can give you the same answer without checking two different sources.
AI on the clock as fintechs demand payoff for spends
September-quarter earnings calls of Paytm, Pine Labs, Groww, PB Fintech, Kissht and Mobikwik reveal a shift across payments, stockbroking, lending and insurance. AI is moving beyond chatbots and experiments into decisions affecting the cost of acquiring, serving and retaining customers.
India’s small companies need to see AI as more than an artificial promise
India MSME news: India's micro, small and medium enterprises are exploring the adoption of artificial intelligence to enhance productivity. AI is expected to generate significant economic value for these enterprises in manufacturing and services sectors. Various challenges remain regarding the integration of AI into existing workflows and overcoming cost barriers. Collaborative efforts among industry bodies, technology providers, and the government are essential for facilitating this transition.
China's robot makers have mastered the moves. Now comes the race for brains
The shift is fuelling an investment boom in embodied AI, a field focused on software that allows robots to understand their surroundings, learn unfamiliar tasks and adapt without having to be programmed for every job.
Banks report 10-50% gains in productivity, turnaround time and costs from AI-led initiatives
Several banks in India have implemented artificial intelligence initiatives that have increased productivity and efficiency significantly. Notably, Kotak Mahindra Bank has improved its handling of corporate servicing volumes by 20-30% with the same workforce. Axis Bank's AI solutions are enhancing customer experience and improving operational efficiency across its operations. HDFC Bank has reported a reduction in service delivery turnaround times by 30%, reflecting the impact of digitization.
Hospital balance sheet: How AI could cut costs and improve efficiency
As hospitals grapple with soaring costs in drugs, supplies, and labor, the integration of AI emerges as a vital necessity.
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