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Polish PM Tusk seeks deeper tech, AI and space ties with India
During a recent meeting, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called for strengthened collaboration with India, zeroing in on advancements in AI and space technology. He pointed out potential synergies in manufacturing automation and data analysis. Karnataka's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar invited Polish participation in the 2027 Global Investors Meet, stressing the importance of joint ventures in renewable energy and advanced manufacturing, given Bengaluru's pivotal role in tech innovation.
Poland to become second EU member of global healthcare AI network
Poland has announced its intent to join the HealthAI-led Global Regulatory Network, becoming just the second EU nation to do so after Portugal. This network includes numerous countries like Britain, India, and Brazil, which work together to ensure safe AI applications in healthcare. Members gain access to AI healthcare tools that have undergone regulatory review and benefit from a real-time system for reporting harmful incidents.
Not job loss, AI's biggest danger is something much worse. Why doctors and techies could be the first victims, research finds
As artificial intelligence becomes a routine part of work in healthcare, software development and other professions, researchers are warning that heavy reliance on these tools could weaken important human skills. Studies involving doctors and software engineers found that while AI can improve performance and efficiency, users may struggle more when working without it and retain less knowledge over time. Experts say the growing risk of AI-driven "deskilling" highlights the need to balance technological assistance with continued development of human expertise.
PSU mutual funds see Rs 4,498 crore outflow in March: Report
PSU mutual funds saw Rs 4,498 crore in outflows in March, a mild improvement from February, according to Vallum Capital. While PSU funds posted strong long-term returns, sector trends were mixed—consumption saw withdrawals, but manufacturing, infrastructure, defence and pharma attracted fresh inflows, signalling a pivot toward domestic capex themes.
Is AI making doctors lazy? Study reveals overreliance may be undermining their critical skills
AI in healthcare: Artificial Intelligence is changing medical practice. A study in Poland reveals that doctors' ability to detect abnormalities decreased after losing AI assistance. Detection rates fell by 20 percent. Experts suggest that doctors are becoming too reliant on AI. They emphasize the importance of maintaining critical skills. This ensures doctors can effectively function when AI is unavailable.
AI may revolutionise healthcare, but at the cost of doctors’ skills, says Lancet
A recent study in Poland suggests that relying too heavily on AI in colonoscopies may negatively impact doctors' skills. Researchers found a decrease in adenoma detection rates after AI tools were introduced. This raises concerns about the potential for over-reliance on AI to diminish clinicians' focus and responsibility, despite its promise in healthcare.
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Wipro shares in focus after $375 mn acquisition of HARMAN’s digital transformation solutions business
Wipro is set to acquire Harman's Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) for $375 million, enhancing its Engineering Research & Development services. The deal brings over 5,600 DTS employees across the Americas, Europe, and Asia to Wipro. DTS, with a strong presence in multiple countries and diverse sectors, reported a revenue of $314.5 million in CY24.
Advantage India: Global Capability Centres (GCCs)
Multinational corporations are increasingly relocating their Global Capability Centers from Eastern Europe to India, drawn by a large, skilled workforce and cost-effective operations. India's GCC market is booming, driven by innovation, technological infrastructure, and government incentives. This shift transforms India into a hub for high-value work in AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, solidifying its position as a global GCC powerhouse.
“It’s no longer a cost thing”: GCCs shift from support units to strategic value creators
The final round of Bosch Conversations in Bengaluru, in partnership with The Economic Times, highlighted the shift of GCCs from being operational outposts to emerging as value engines capable of driving both core transformation and new market creation.
Technology workforce in Bengaluru crosses one-million mark; IT city among 12 global tech hubs: CBRE
The report evaluates these markets based on the availability, quality, and cost of tech talent and classifies them into three categories: Powerhouse (12 markets with large, deep, and highly competitive talent pools), Established (63 mature markets with consistent talent pipelines), and Emerging (40 growth-focused markets with improving capabilities).
Google for Startups rolls out third cohort of Growth Academy: AI for Health programme
The initiative is designed to support early-stage companies across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East that are using AI to address some of the sector’s most pressing challenges.
Wondrlab acquires Gen AI firm BigStep Technologies
Wondrlab has acquired a majority stake in BigStep Technologies. This acquisition will boost Wondrlab's capabilities in Generative AI and custom software solutions. BigStep Technologies, known for providing innovative enterprise solutions, will now have access to Wondrlab's extensive network and European markets. The collaboration aims to drive innovation and expand their combined offerings globally.
South Korea to test AI-powered facial recognition to track Covid cases
South Korea will soon roll out a pilot project to use artificial intelligence, facial recognition and thousands of CCTV cameras to track the movement of people infected with the coronavirus, despite concerns about the invasion of privacy.
Biden's executive order may spur 'five-year mega growth' cycle for India's IT sector
Indian IT companies earn over a third of their revenue from banking and finance customers globally.
IBM offers Watson Assistant for Citizens on virus queries
To introduce this offering in India, IBM Research has trained Watson Assistant to answer queries in English and Hindi to enable various government agencies and Departments to offer this service to its constituents, Gargi Dasgupta, Director - IBM Research India and CTO IBM India /South Asia, was quoted as saying in an IBM statement.
Nordic countries are the new hotspot for Indian IT
The Nordic countries — Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Iceland — are largely English speaking, which removes the language barrier that exists in some other countries within continental Europe.
Poland’s artificial intelligence provider eyes India’s education sector
Poland is home to one of the most dynamic IT sectors in the Central & Eastern European Region (CEE) and the wider European Union.
IT companies invest more in Europe for business and tech talent
In the last one year alone, at least 20 development centres have sprung up in countries like Poland, Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Austria and Ireland.
Revealed: The secret behind CSS Corp’s turnaround
Happy news about the IT industry isn’t easy to come by these days. The news reports, for the most part, convey the chilling reality of the floundering industry.
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