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Using ChatGPT at work could make your boss trust you less, even if you deliver better results, study of managers warns
A new study spanning six experiments finds that employees who use ChatGPT and other AI tools at work may be seen as less trustworthy by their bosses, even when they deliver better results. Researchers found that managers were more likely to trust employees who worked independently, while clear company policies encouraging AI use could help reduce the trust penalty.
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.
From streaming to software, microdrama startups rewrite their growth pitch
Peak XV Partners-backed Dashverse has discontinued its consumer platform DashReels and is looking to raise $30-40 million, largely for Frameo AI, its video production software for businesses. Eloelo, which raised $80 million this week led by Hornbill Capital and NBCUniversal, is investing in Dolphin AI, its new production suite, alongside content creation and international expansion.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL review: Google's most complete Pixel yet, but can it win over iPhone users?
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is Google's most complete flagship yet, with a premium design, excellent display, reliable battery life and improved cameras. While its Tensor G6 processor trails Apple's latest iPhone in raw performance, its smooth software, seven years of updates and better video recording make it a compelling Android alternative. Priced at ₹1,34,999, it is particularly appealing to iPhone users considering a switch.
Sarvam AI releases Prism, a fast decision model for enterprises: Here’s how it works
Sarvam AI has unveiled Prism, a sophisticated decision-making model aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and precision for businesses. With its ability to render quick, structured decisions from a set of defined choices, Prism recorded an average performance score of 71.8 and processed responses in just 44 milliseconds during evaluations. Organizations can effortlessly tailor Prism using their own datasets, making it adaptable and straightforward.
Govt mulls giving Cert-In enforceable powers to mandate patching
Last month, two critical flaws in the PHP programming language, discovered with the help of AI, created worldwide panic as hackers targeted the vulnerabilities millions of times, and led to governments including the US, UK, France, Germany and Japan taking down public websites. PHP powers 69.3% of websites worldwide.
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India is addressing Wall Street’s favourite ‘elephant’ in the room to its own advantage
The Indian government has identified 762 potential applications of artificial intelligence across 62 ministries and departments, spanning farming, railway safety, tax compliance, public grievances, customs and healthcare. While some tools are already in use, others remain in pilot or development stages.
Exclusive | Cognizant in talks to invest in Indian AI startup Sarvam valuing it at $3.5-4 billion: sources
Cognizant’s potential investment in Sarvam comes as advances in agentic AI raise questions about the future of the IT services industry. AI agents are increasingly capable of automating tasks across software development, application maintenance and back-office operations, potentially disrupting traditional outsourcing models.
'Tech debt coming due': AI-found flaw signals chaos ahead
The vulnerability to potential hackers was found by using a powerful model from OpenAI in one of the most high-profile demonstration of AI's cyber capabilities.
OpenAI enters Jev’s turf with a decision API for AI agents
The Decisions API, now generally available, is meant for tasks where an AI agent only needs to choose between a few options. It puts OpenAI in competition with decision models such as TypeSafe's Jev.
China won’t stop its AI from going global, but it wants control over how it travels
Proposed rules from China have raised concerns that it could make it harder for its AI companies to take their models overseas, at a time when developers globally were turning to Chinese models as a cheaper alternative to US offerings.
GTPL Hathway begins publishing TV viewership data from 10,000+ set-top boxes
GTPL Hathway has introduced audience viewership data for TV channels through its set-top boxes across various markets. This is an industry first and adheres to the guidelines from the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting. It uses return path data to derive insights without collecting personally identifiable information from subscribers.
‘Brands need to be loved by humans and read by agents’: BCG’s Lauren Wiener on AI’s impact on marketing
The growing influence of AI and LLMs on purchase decisions is significant across various consumer touchpoints. Brands are now required to optimize content for both human and AI consumption to compete effectively. Marketing leaders are rethinking traditional media-budget allocation strategies in response to these changes. Personalisation and an integrated approach to agentic marketing are emerging as critical priorities for brands moving forward.
Govt plans sovereign AI infrastructure with tighter control over data, GPUs
Not-so-sensitive yet relatively important categories will be managed through a new framework in which the state may own the hardware such as GPUs while private sector companies may run and operate it, the officials told ET.
Birla AI Labs launches Yug-1 to forecast demand and spot patterns in business data
Yug-1 uses what its technical documentation calls zero-shot probabilistic forecasting. It also provides a range of possible outcomes, allowing users to see the uncertainty around a prediction.
PhonePe sees opportunity to bring everyday savers into equities with PhonePe Invest: Rahul Chari
PhonePe on Monday rebranded its investing and trading platform Share.Market as PhonePe Invest, bringing it into its broader financial ecosystem. The platform combines stocks, IPOs, mutual funds and F&O offerings with a newly launched Portfolio Optimiser, a proprietary tool to help users build, review and optimise their portfolios.
How AI is Powering the Future of Citizen Services
India is a diverse land, and reflecting the country’s linguistic diversity has been a long-held ambition for technology, AI included. Now, with Google’s initiatives powering startups like CoRover, AI’s inclusion of local dialects looks more achievable than ever. Counting over a trillion conversations in Indic languages thus far, CoRover is making inspiring progress.
Tata Play dishes out ₹199 wildcard to stay connected in changing world
Tata Play is launching the Tata Play Smart app, enabling access to over 500 live television channels. The app requires an internet connection and is compatible with various devices including smart TVs. Tata Play maintains that traditional DTH services will continue to exist alongside streaming services. The company aims to expand its user base by attracting households yet to subscribe to pay television.
Bhashini deploys real-time multilingual AI translation platform at international civil services programme
The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) is organising the Capacity Building Programme on Urban Service Delivery for Civil Servants of Multiple Countries from October 12 to 23, 2026.
Satya Nadella warns about trusting AI. 5 times when AI tried to escape shutdown, blackmail humans, manipulate and more
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has issued a warning about the risks of trusting advanced AI systems without strong safeguards. His concerns come after an earlier series of incidents involving ChatGPT, Claude and other AI models, from attempts to evade shutdown to unauthorised actions on real websites. Here are five cases that reveal why AI safety is becoming an urgent concern.
Tesla expands NCR footprint with new Noida experience centre after Delhi and Gurugram
Tesla has launched its third Experience Center in the National Capital Region, located in Noida's Sector 98. This facility allows local residents to view Tesla models, test drive vehicles, and place orders. The center will showcase the Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive and the Model Y L with significant storage capacity. Financing options for both models include down payments and monthly EMIs based on a seven-year tenor.
Bengal: Humayun Kabir hints at quitting politics, says BJP will win Rejinagar
AJUP chief Humayun Kabir voiced his disillusionment with the political landscape following his recent detention during the bypoll. He suggested that he might step back from electoral politics if Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari continues in power. Kabir accused the election process of being rigged and forecasts a BJP victory in Rejinagar, where his son is running on an AJUP ticket, raising personal stakes ahead of the October 9 results.
Anthropic IPO prospectus reveals deep reliance on Amazon, Google for sales and compute
Anthropic plans a highly anticipated IPO and seeks a valuation of approximately $2 trillion. The company reported a sharp increase in revenue alongside rising operational losses due to its aggressive expansion plans. Almost half of its 2025 sales came from Amazon and Google, highlighting its reliance on these tech giants. Anthropic's relationships with these cloud providers are both a competitive advantage and a risk factor.
Building businesses for the next billion Indians: What entrepreneurs need to understand
India is undergoing a remarkable transformation as more individuals choose entrepreneurship over conventional careers. The influx of technology and digital tools presents new avenues for small enterprises to flourish.
Brahma AI targets global scale with $2 billion valuation, Silicon Valley push
Brahma AI is set to expand its presence in Silicon Valley, moving into various sectors including sports and healthcare. The company aims to create a global technology business without a conventional headquarters. Significant technological development and R&D will occur in India, ensuring the country remains central to its strategy.
Sarvam AI updates vision model, doubles down on Indic-language push
Sarvam launched the original vision model in February as part of its efforts to build homegrown, "sovereign" AI systems tailored to India. The model was designed to read scanned documents and images and convert them into usable digital text, a task known as optical character recognition (OCR).
Deliveries over deployment: IT firms must reassess AI integration as pricing pressures rise, says BCG
BCG analysed more than 40 technology services providers and over 100 brand positioning claims across their websites, earnings calls and investor presentations and found more than 90% were talking about the same core themes.
What are binomial names? Which species has the longest scientific name, and why was the 181-letter name inspired by Bangkok despite being found in Germany?
In a fascinating twist of scientific nomenclature, researchers have unveiled an oomycete boasting a staggering 181-letter name. Drawing inspiration from the ceremonial title of Bangkok, this unusual organism was actually found in Germany, cleverly playing with linguistic convention for fun. This discovery underscores the whimsical side of scientific taxonomy, showcasing how creativity can flourish even in the strict realm of scientific classification.
Voice AI models struggle to understand speech, creating challenges for robot training: Humyn Labs
Voice AI models frequently encounter hurdles when it comes to grasping the intricacies of human speech. Variances in dialects and overlapping conversations can lead to significant transcription inaccuracies. Furthermore, extended silences may disrupt the models' ability to retain contextual relevance, undermining performance. This lack of precision can diminish user satisfaction and impact automation in real-world AI settings, making effective voice processing essential for collaborative robots working with humans.
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