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Anthropic says DOJ proposal in Google search case could chill AI investment
Anthropic, backed by Google, warned that US Justice Department proposals to regulate Google's AI investments could deter funding for smaller AI firms. Filed in court, Anthropic argued such rules would stifle competition rather than help it. The DOJ seeks remedies to curb Google’s online search monopoly, raising concerns it could dominate AI next. Tech groups supported Anthropic’s stance.
First major attempts to regulate AI face headwinds from all sides
Lawmakers are tackling AI bias challenges with impact assessments, supported by industry groups like TechNet. Concerns exist over companies self-reporting discrimination risks, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability.
Amazon says it prevented 4 billion bad listings in 2021
The results, released Wednesday, were mixed compared with 2020, when Amazon blocked 10 billion listings and got rid of 2 million phony products.
SaaS season coming soon; India's chance at blockchain greatness
We are opening this December week with a bunch of exclusive stories you ought not to miss. First up, Indian software-as-a-service (SaaS) firms have seen increased attention from risk investors over the past year or two.
US needs immigration reform to prevent 9 million job vacancies over next decade: Report
With the US not producing enough skilled degree holders to fill demand, expanding high-skilled immigration is the best solution to shrink the current skills gap and contribute to new business development and economic growth, said the report, published by TechNet. Despite the positive effects of immigration and growth of the US economy, current H-1B visa guidelines have remained unchanged over the past 14 years.
Global 5G standards to push manufacturing operations in India: International trade bodies
Indian telcos, multinational vendors chipset and smartphone makers have already made their submission to the government, urging it to avoid making the Indian 5G standard, 5Gi, mandatory as the technology is not proven and may impact rollout of the next gen technology and disrupt the entire ecosystem by delaying the roll out and jack up prices.
LIKE Act: Bill to encourage entrepreneurs to start up in the US
Introduced by Zoe Lofgren in the US House of Representatives, the ‘Let Immigrants Kickstart Employment (LIKE) Act’ aims to spur economic growth and create jobs for American workers by encouraging immigrants to set up venture capital-backed startup companies.
Decoded: How Donald Trump's H-1B ban extension will impact Indian techies
H-1B workers who were in the U.S. in valid status when the June ban was announced were exempt from the ban and could procure a visa, and most of these individuals qualified for the dropbox, interview waiver application. However, even for them it has been a difficult period as U.S. consulates the world over are not fully functional due to COVID-19.
Trump extends freeze on H-1B, other work visas until March 31
The visa bans had been issued in April and June to protect American jobs and were set to expire on December 31. Extending the ban to March means US president-elect Joe Biden may have to take a tough call on whether to revoke it - and risk being seen as anti-American labour – or let it lapse in March, which goes against his more liberal pro-immigration stance.
Silicon Valley looking forward for Joe Biden to reverse Donald Trump's immigration rules
The Trump administration had announced new immigration rules last month designed to make it more difficult for skilled workers to acquire visas. The rules tighten requirements for employers who hire workers on H-1B visas, which are set aside for skilled workers, particularly in the technology field.
US court blocks Trump ban on H-1B, L-1 visas
In June, US President Donald Trump had signed a Presidential Proclamation banning the entry of certain groups of nonimmigrant visa holders, primarily, H, L and J visa holders.
US District Judge blocks White House ban on skilled worker visas including H-1B
Amazon, Apple and Facebook are among tech industry titans and organizations that signed on to a court filing saying US President Donald Trump's move blocking visas for skilled workers hurts the country.
Business groups file petitions against Trump's ban on non-immigrant work visas
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Manufacturers, National Retail Federation , TechNet and International Training and Exchange filed the complaint against acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf and Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State in a district court in San Francisco.
Over 2,00,000 H-1B workers could lose legal status by June
H-1B visa recipients can remain in the country legally for 60 days without being paid.
I'd like to see my follower base increase: Rishabh Shanbhag, UN Social Media Ambassador
Going forward I would like to see my follower base increase even more so that I can create technological products based on the requirements of a majority of followers.
One97 acquires local language messaging startup Plustxt
One97 Communications, a mobile internet services firm has acquired Bangalore-based Plustxt Mobile Solutions.
CEOs of Google, Yahoo and other technology companies hail US immigration bill
Steve Ballmer of Microsoft said that the passing of immigration bill is a significant step towards reforming outdated immigration policies.
One97 Communications acquires MobiVite to consolidate footing in mobile marketing space
MobiVite's platform uses cloud computing technology to enable small businesses and marketing agencies create mobile websites and execute web campaigns.
Google picks up Indian tech startups to build mobile interface
Google has picked three Indian technology startups as vendors for an initiative it has just launched to help local businesses build a mobile interface.
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