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Premji's deeptech bets; Razorpay gets IPO nod
Happy Thursday! Premji Invest is stepping up its bets on defence and aerospace manufacturing.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
World of Warcraft: Forever: How to preload, minimum and recommended PC system requirements and editions
World of Warcraft: Forever will launch globally on November 4, 2026 at 3PM PST. It will be released globally at the same time. At least 128GB of free space on SSD is required to play the game. Around 150GB can be left free for extra files and add ons of the game. Skyborne Heroic Pack, Skyborne Epic Pack and Warcraft Forever Collection are different editions of the game.
Fortnite down as new mini-season with a One Piece collaboration is set to go live: Know what new skins and weapons are coming
Fortnite took a break on November 1, 2026, to launch its thrilling new mini-season titled 'Treasure Hunters'. Incorporating elements from the renowned anime One Piece, this update aims to elevate gameplay. Notably, the player lobby has been adjusted from 100 to 80 participants. Gamers will also gain access to innovative skins and weaponry, including the sought-after Gum-Gum Fruit.
'Forever chemicals' can remain in water for years, but can a new UV technology finally destroy them? Here's how it works
The process targets the carbon-fluorine bonds in PFAS compounds, which are responsible for their exceptional chemical stability. The company says its system can target long-chain, short-chain and ultra-short-chain PFAS. It is designed for industrial wastewater, groundwater and concentrated PFAS waste streams. The technology is intended to operate on-site and can be integrated into existing industrial wastewater treatment systems.
In 2015, two sisters co-founded Dudley Stephens; one worked with Gucci, Calvin Klein, other managed American Express VIP experiences; how their brand crossed $45 million in sales
The sisters began by creating samples and designing their first product, the Cobble Hill turtleneck. Starting small meant the company sometimes sold through its inventory quickly, leaving customers disappointed when products became unavailable. In the early days, they handled much of the work themselves, including customer service, product tagging and coordinating embroidery and manufacturing.
Meet Lukas Biewald, who lost his CEO role at his first startup; how an unpaid internship at OpenAI helped him build an AI company behind a karate studio that sold for $1.7 billion
After reportedly leaving the CEO role, Lukas Biewald felt that he needed to strengthen his technical knowledge as deep learning advanced. He then spent time building robots, experimenting with TensorFlow in a Raspberry Pi and studying neural networks. He taught introductory deep-learning classes to thousands of engineers, which helped him understand the problems developers faced when building AI models.
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In 2015, Airtree backed Canva's $6 million Series A; 6 years later, a partial sale at a $39 billion valuation returned 1.4x its first fund; here's how
Canva reached a $39 billion valuation when Airtree reduced part of its holding in 2021. In September that year, Canva announced a separate $200 million funding round at a $40 billion valuation. According to reportes, a more recent Canva share sale generated a return equivalent to 1.4 times the total capital invested in Airtree's first fund.
In 2021, Epic Games co-founder Mark Rein donated 83 acres in North Carolina; how his gift helped create a 241-acre nature preserve
The donated 83 acres adjoined a 158-acre that the conservancy had purchased in 2018, according to reports. Combining the two parcels created a 241-acre property called the Horseshoes Road Nature Preserve. The conservancy planned to manage the combined land as a protected natural area and keep it permanently undeveloped. The donation expanded the organisation's existing conservation property rather than creating a preserve entirely from scratch.
Supreme Court rejects gaming firms’ review pleas, upholds Tamil Nadu and Karnataka online gaming bans
The Supreme Court dismissed review petitions from gaming companies challenging state bans on online gaming. The court upheld the validity of laws enacted by Tamil Nadu and Karnataka to regulate games for stakes. It found no merit in arguments asserting that skill-based games should not be banned. States can intervene where online gaming poses public order issues and addiction concerns arise.
On Iran war, Trump weighs two options: 'make a deal' or 'finish it off'
US President Donald Trump is weighing a deal with Iran against renewed military strikes, warning that a decision is approaching as Tehran escalates attacks on shipping near the Strait of Hormuz. Washington is reducing personnel in parts of the Middle East, while upcoming US midterm and Israeli elections add political uncertainty.
Epic Games offers up to Rs 47 lakh for AI-powered games in four-day competition
Epic Games’ 2026 AI Mega Jam will run from November 12 to 15, offering cash prizes and continuation grants of up to $50,000 for developers building games with Unreal Engine or Unreal Editor for Fortnite. Participants can use AI tools and agents throughout development, while an in-person event in San Francisco will feature teams from major technology companies.
Epic's 'Fortnite' back on Apple App Store in Australia after antitrust ruling
Epic Games said its shooter title "Fortnite" will return to Apple's App Store in Australia on Thursday after a federal court ordered the iPhone maker to open up its iOS operating system, having found it violated competition law.
Apple names Meta veteran Scott Tucker as litigation chief in legal team shake-up
Apple has hired former Meta litigation chief Scott Tucker as vice president of global litigation and financial services, strengthening its legal leadership amid mounting antitrust, patent and other lawsuits. The appointment is part of a broader reorganisation under General Counsel Jennifer Newstead, as the iPhone maker faces legal setbacks threatening its services business.
Fortnite-maker Epic Games makes 'huge pivot' with AI, CEO says
Fortnite-maker Epic Games is making a "huge pivot" towards using artificial intelligence (AI) to boost video game development, CEO Tim Sweeney said on Monday. It also lands about six months after Epic said it would lay off more than 1,000 employees, though the company attributed the decision to broader issues like slower growth, rather than AI. Ramping up its use of AI internally now will increase Epic's ability "to survive the AI revolution, help other developers do the same, and come out on the other end making better code and content faster," Sweeney wrote on Monday.
Google fights £1 billion UK lawsuit over app store fees in latest Big Tech case
The case - brought on behalf of around 20 million consumers who bought apps through Google's Play Store, or paid for in-app purchases and subscriptions between 2015 and this July - is the latest brought in Britain against Big Tech.
Primary mandate of ECI to ensure citizens vote, says Bombay HC; 'people too can question SIR ordered after decades'
The Bombay High Court questioned the Election Commission's actions regarding the deletion of voter names. The court emphasized the need for continuous updates to electoral rolls instead of abrupt rejections. Citizens should have their applications kept in abeyance rather than outright rejected during the Special Intensive Revision process.
Human touch in AI era & 'original' Indian piece in reels & movie puzzle
Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat sees a human comeback in an AI-heavy content world, predicting audiences will gravitate towards more authentic, less AI-driven storytelling. He also wants India to move from being a massive content consumer to a global creator of original IP, using its stories to power tourism and creative economy.
WWE RAW Tonight: Full match card, main events, key fights, live streaming start time as things are getting wilder before WWE Money in the Bank 2026
WWE RAW Tonight 28-September-2026: Full match card, confirmed segments, start timings & how to watch: Monday Night Raw is back as wrestlers are gearing up for WWE Money in the Bank.
Asian Games squash: Abhay settles for silver medal after losing to Malaysia's Eain Yow Ng in men's final
Abhay Singh competed in the men's singles final of squash at the Asian Games in Nagoya. He faced Eain Yow Ng from Malaysia, who is ranked higher internationally. The match concluded with a score of 11-9, 11-5, 11-5 in favor of Yow. This defeat marked Abhay's eighth loss to the Malaysian player in their encounters.
Donald Trump's Air Force One does low-altitude flyover during Tennessee vs Texas college football game. Video goes viral, watch here
Donald Trump's visit didn't appear to affect communications between coaches and players on the field thanks to some coordination before Saturday's game.
Netflix top 7 trending shows: From Monster, Crew Girl, to Death of the Pastor's Wife, and more dominating US OTT charts
Netflix's recent US Top 7 list highlights a variety of true crime, drama, and comedy programming. Leading the rankings is Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, which depicts historical events from 1892. Following closely are Crew Girl, a youth drama about rowing, and Jo Koy's stand-up special. Several true crime series, including I Survived a Serial Killer, indicate viewer interest in these genres.
OpenAI says SEC disclosures undermine xAI's antitrust lawsuit
ChatGPT maker OpenAI asked a Texas federal judge to throw out an antitrust lawsuit brought by Elon Musk's AI startup xAI before trial, arguing that
Next Halo game to be made by Call of Duty makers as Microsoft lays off 268 employees: What we know
In a significant shake-up, Microsoft has let go of 268 employees from its gaming division, paving the way for Activision to spearhead the upcoming mainline Halo title for Xbox. Studios like Rare and World's Edge will now align under Activision, while Bethesda's Obsidian faces a transition to another studio amid shifting Fallout game plans. Additionally, plans to close Ninja Theory could hinder future titles.
Self-taught programmer from Maryland who built Fortnite began buying North Carolina wilderness in 2009; today, his land holdings exceed 54,000 acres as he works with conservation groups to save them from developers
Tim Sweeney, the founder of Epic Games, has quietly acquired over fifty thousand acres of North Carolina land. He began purchasing vulnerable forests around 2009 when land prices were lower. Sweeney has also donated thousands of acres to conservation organizations for protection. His land holdings are managed through several limited liability companies across fifteen counties. The billionaire now focuses on permanently protecting his existing properties.
Father spent Rs 2,000 on son’s Roblox promotion, forgot to delete card; 9-year-old created a Rs 1 crore bill problem from saved details
A nine-year-old Minecraft and Roblox creator reportedly used his father’s saved company card details to promote videos on his YouTube channel, resulting in $118,000 in advertising charges over three weeks. His father, marketing professional David Sarkisyan, said he had initially spent about $20 on promotion but failed to remove the payment information, allowing his son to access it later.
Dream Theatre named licensing, brand partnerships partner for Baahubali franchise
Arka Media Works has appointed Dream Theatre as the exclusive licensing and merchandising partner for Baahubali in India, as the franchise expands into animation.
Fortnite servers down for v42.00 update: When will Chapter 7 Season 4 go live?
Fortnite servers are currently down as the v42.00 update and Chapter 7 Season 4, named 'Override,' are underway. This scheduled maintenance started early today and will likely take several hours to complete. Players can look forward to exciting map alterations and new gameplay features, along with thrilling crossover content featuring Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man. Once Epic Games finishes the maintenance, access will be restored.
Epic Games store's massive update: You can grab $45worth in free games for a limited period of time
Game lovers have a reason to rejoice. Epic Games Store is offering two PC games for free this week. The games are Road Redemption and 112 Operator. Road Redemption is an action racing game. 112 Operator is a simulation and strategy game. These games are available for free until August 14. After that, new games will be available.
Epic Games: Company announces free games with 'Mystery Game' for December. Check full list and other details here
The Epic Games Store looks to be gearing up for one of its best promotions of the year where people get more free games than usual for the holidays. Epic Games Store users have one less day than normal to claim these titles, with them leaving the service on December 13 at 10am CT.
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