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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.
Google voluntary buyouts: What's the exit package, which teams qualify and how many employees are eligible after Microsoft's similar offer?
Google Voluntary Exit Programme Details: Google has expanded its voluntary buyout programme to selected employees in five countries. The offer comes as Microsoft rolls out a similar voluntary exit scheme covering around 60,000 employees. Here's a look at Google's severance package, eligible teams and the number of employees who could opt for the offer.
Lenskart, Nykaa, PhysicsWallah see Q2 profits surge
New-age companies Nykaa, Lenskart, and PhysicsWallah reported strong numbers for the September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Nasdaq 100 cracks 5%, wipes out $2 trillion in October as AI spending fears deepen
Investor concerns about the high expenditures on artificial intelligence have intensified amidst rising borrowing costs. Major technology companies like Meta, Alphabet, and Microsoft are increasing their capital outlays to strengthen AI infrastructure. The Nasdaq 100 index has already seen a significant decline of more than 5.8% in October. Analysts predict that global AI infrastructure spending could reach unprecedented levels by 2030.
Nasdaq faces $2 trillion wipeout in October as AI spending fears deepen
The wipeout would amount to slightly more than SpaceX's entire market value. The index has fallen over 5.8% so far in October as the AI trade ran into turbulence, with hyperscalers Meta Platforms, Alphabet and Amazon.com raising spending forecasts further as they race to expand AI infrastructure.
Microsoft director took a voluntary exit offer in July. Now, he is a construction worker, plumber. What prompted his career change?
After 25 years at Microsoft, former director Shawn Mrzena accepted a voluntary exit offer in July and swapped corporate meetings for hands-on work and outdoor adventures. He has since explored construction, plumbing, product design and fly fishing. Sharing his 90-day experience on LinkedIn, Mrzena said leaving corporate life helped him rediscover the satisfaction of building and fixing things. He plans to decide his next career move in 2027.
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Google misses Wall Street expectations, Alphabet stock sinks in early after-hours trading
The Mountain View, California-based company said its net income was $26.17 billion in the July-September period. That's down from $34.98 billion in the same period a year earlier.
Indian IT firms poised to benefit from enterprise AI adoption as infrastructure costs rise: Report
Indian information technology (IT) companies are well-positioned to benefit from the growing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) by enterprises, as rising infrastructure investments and funding requirements increase financial risks for companies building and operating AI computing capacity, according to a research report by Anand Rathi.
AI adoption rises sharply among US small businesses, but technical expertise remains key challenge: Goldman Sachs
AI adoption among rural small business owners has significantly increased, reaching 80% in 2026. Despite this growth, a lack of technical expertise is still an issue hindering deeper integration. Most users rely on low-cost generative AI tools and integrate them with existing software.
Cognizant to buy Australia's DyFlex in its 3rd deal of 2026
Cognizant Technology Solutions has signed an agreement to acquire DyFlex Solutions, enhancing its AI and SAP capabilities. This acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to regulatory approvals. DyFlex specializes in SAP transformation and is based in Australia and New Zealand. The deal marks Cognizant’s third acquisition in 2026 as it seeks to expand its services.
What eMudhra security incident means for anyone who shops, banks or pays online
The eMudhra security incident raised concerns that cybercriminals could potentially use weak private keys to create fake website certificates and impersonate legitimate platforms. Here’s how such an attack could put users’ personal and payment details at risk, and what is known about the incident so far.
Vulnerable keys were created but never put to commercial use, investigation on: eMudhra cofounder
eMudhra issues digital signature and website security certificates to enable them securely connect to browsers for public access. "There's no impact to subscribers because we have done all the actions. We are also working with our customers to notify them that there is no impact because no certificates were issued. This does not affect our other lines of business, which is the India digital signature and our enterprise solutions business," eMudhra co-founder Kaushik Srinivasan told PTI.
Special team to probe eMudhra incident; impact on Indian websites, applications very limited: Govt
The ministry said the reported security incident pertains to eMudhra’s global certificate business, and its impact on Indian websites is very limited.It also said some social media accounts were indulging in fear-mongering about the impact.
What happens when a robot gets stuck? Aktoria Robotics is building a human backup system that could help machines learn from their mistakes; who are the founders?
Aktoria Robotics was founded by Shreenabh Agrawal and Jaskaran Singh Walia. Their startup develops a software that can let humans or operators to control robots from a distance. The aim to is to help the businesses so they don't have to maintain a dedicated team of operators at each location.
IMF's bullish call: Why is India sprinting when the world stumbles?
The IMF has raised India's growth forecast to 7% for both FY27 and FY28, highlighting the country's resilience despite higher oil prices and a slowing global economy. Strong domestic consumption, infrastructure spending, recovering private investment and AI-related capital expenditure are supporting growth, though inflation, energy costs and weaker rural demand remain risks.
US visa curbs may shift higher-value tech work to India, says former HCL Tech CEO Vineet Nayar
Restrictions imposed by the US on major technology companies may prompt a shift in high-value technology work to India. Vineet Nayar highlighted how this situation may benefit Indian IT firms and enhance technological capabilities. While US companies seek to protect local jobs, Indian firms could focus on architecture and product engineering. The industry might also shift away from traditional models of sending engineers to client locations.
ETMarkets Smart Talk| ‘Desi to Videsi’: How GIFT City is changing the way Indians invest globally — Mustafa Pardiwala
GIFT City is emerging as a gateway for Indian investors seeking global diversification, offering access to US stocks, ETFs and sectors such as AI and semiconductors. Mustafa Pardiwala of Mirae Asset Capital Markets (IFSC) explains how investors can start with smaller amounts, the role of ETFs, currency risk and fractional investing.
In 1996, Tim Draper bought Hotmail shares for $300,000. 2 years later, Microsoft acquired the startup for $400 million
Microsoft announced the Hotmail acquisition on December 31, 1997. It did not reveal how much it paid for the company. A later securities filing provided more detail. Hotmail’s owners received 2,769,148 Microsoft shares in the deal. Wired estimated those shares were worth about $400 million at the time.
Microsoft backs Kerala edtech startup Wayvida with Rs 3.25 crore support to accelerate AI innovation
Wayvida has successfully obtained Rs 3.25 crore in Microsoft cloud credits, which will significantly enhance its AI-driven educational technology platform. This investment is set to bolster the company's technological infrastructure, paving the way for international expansion. With over 20 years of expertise in the education field, founder Gireesh Neyyar aims to create an integrated tech ecosystem that streamlines operations and enriches learning experiences for various educational institutions and organizations.
Death of the ‘obvious scam’: How AI is making cyberattacks look like normal emails
AI is making cyberattacks harder to detect as attackers use legitimate accounts, real conversations and familiar business workflows to evade traditional warning signs. At Proofpoint Protect 2026, executives discussed how agentic AI could automate attacks and why security must shift from checking access permissions to understanding intent. With AI adoption accelerating in India, Proofpoint is also expanding its local investments.
AI agents could rewrite the rules of office work: Dell’s Rob Bruckner
AI agents have the potential to transform the division of labor within companies and streamline workflows significantly. As businesses integrate AI, they can reduce the need for meetings, emails, and other coordination tasks. This shift allows employees to focus on judgment and approvals while agents handle execution tasks.
Semicon India eyes chip deals; AI leaders seek slowdown
The government is pushing supply chain partnerships at Semicon India 2026 to help local players. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Vedanta Aluminium, V-Spark to scale deep tech initiatives, unlock Rs 2,100 cr value
Collaborating with tech giants like OpenAI, Microsoft, and SAP, alongside numerous startups, the company is deploying cutting-edge solutions across its operations to boost productivity, optimize costs, and enhance sustainability.
Microsoft is funding a bet on mud: Inside the race to rewet 23 square miles of North Carolina peat before it dries out and burns
North Carolina's peatlands, vital carbon stores, are being restored by Pantheon Regeneration. These ancient ecosystems hold twice the carbon of all Earth's forests combined. Draining these lands releases significant greenhouse gases into the atmosphere annually. Pantheon plans to sell carbon credits to fund permanent peatland conservation efforts. This initiative aims to protect these lands from future exploitation and degradation.
Dutch fintech Adyen sees long-term India opportunity, plans local expansion
With plans for a substantial expansion in India's digital payments sector, Adyen is actively recruiting more staff to address surging demand. This growth is largely attributed to a rise in cross-border transactions and the influx of multinational clients. Since acquiring relevant licenses, Adyen has been enhancing its presence in India and now sees promising long-term growth opportunities ahead.
Qualcomm strikes AI chip deal with Amazon, offers right to buy about $4 billion in stock
The deal also highlights increasingly intertwined financing in the AI boom, with Qualcomm granting Amazon warrants worth about $4 billion that vest with product purchases and allow the cloud giant to buy shares at a fixed price of $161.26 apiece, according to a regulatory filing.
Jio Haptik appoints Adarsh as Enterprise Business Head to drive global AI growth
Jio Haptik has appointed Adarsh as its new Enterprise Business Head. He will lead sales, customer success, and international expansion efforts. Adarsh brings nearly two decades of global experience in enterprise sales. The company aims to accelerate enterprise growth and expand its global market presence. Haptik will focus on delivering measurable business outcomes through intelligent agents.
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Microsoft launches solutions for small & medium businesses
These solutions will run on Microsoft cloud and will be available at a very low cost, a release from Microsoft said.
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