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Anthropic's filing for blockbuster US IPO shows key executives and board
In a significant step forward, Anthropic has filed for a US initial public offering, with hopes for a mid-November listing. Amid rising interest rate concerns and investor scrutiny over AI sector stock performance, the company is backed by a formidable leadership team. Co-founders Dario and Daniela Amodei lead this endeavor, promising a noteworthy entry into the public market for Anthropic.
NDMC proposes hike in parking fees across Lutyens’ Delhi, 100% surcharge on cash payments
New Delhi Municipal Council plans to increase parking fees for vehicles in Lutyens' Delhi. Off-street and on-street parking tariffs will see significant hikes along with monthly pass costs for cars and two-wheelers. A 100% surcharge on cash payments aims to promote digital transactions among motorists. The proposal includes upgrading parking facilities with advanced technology to facilitate digital payments.
AI is changing online ads, and brands have a new fight on their hands: Report
As consumers increasingly use AI for product discovery and comparisons, brands must adjust their advertising strategies. Research shows that many users still conduct further research after receiving AI recommendations from standalone apps. Advertising platforms are introducing new tools to engage consumers within existing searches and social media.
Rapido bike taxis may be banned in Pune as police ask Google, Apple to remove app
Pune police have approached Google Play Store and Apple’s App Store to remove Rapido bike option from app amid a crackdown on its bike taxi operations. The move follows a directive from Pune Collector and RTA chairperson Jitendra Dudi. Commuters have questioned the proposed shutdown, citing public transport gaps, while autorickshaw unions have raised concerns about rider verification and passenger safety.
Elon Musk announces $1 tipping feature for X Money
When users press and hold the Like button, they will be able to tip a creator or another user whose posts they appreciate and want to support. The transaction would be processed via X Money. The feature will make it easier for users to send small payments to other users without leaving the platform.
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Jailer 2 star rejected opportunity to study engineering; once worked as a cleaner at hotels: ‘I would never…’
SJ Suryah’s high-voltage performance as Bodhi Kalpak, the antagonist in Jailer, has gained a lot of appreciation. However, the actor’s road to success was not smooth. The veteran director-actor once worked in several odd jobs at restaurants to make ends meet and had spoken about his time as a struggler, working at restaurants.
OpenAI acquired his startup in 2024. Now Alexander Embiricos leads a new AI product
Alexander Embiricos spent five years building Multi, a collaboration app for software developers, before OpenAI acquired the startup in 2024. He later became a product lead on Codex and now leads Dots, OpenAI’s personal AI agent designed to handle tasks in the background.
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.
Smartphones need some new smart sell
India's smartphone sales are in a slump, mirroring a global decline. Consumers are increasingly opting to hold onto their devices longer, while premium brands like Apple and Samsung show more resilience than their mass-market competitors. The industry appears to have hit a technological plateau, with minimal advancements noted. This slowdown may pave the way for future innovations that provide more essential features for users.
Bridging the AI production gap: Over 100,000 Indian engineers trained to Build with Gemini
India is seeing a significant shift in its technology workforce towards enterprise AI integration and solutions. The Build with Gemini initiative has trained over 100,000 developers and architects across several major organizations. This transition emphasizes the need for professionals skilled in engineering AI for production. Global System Integrators are crucial in facilitating this workforce transformation. The evolution aims to position India as a key player in AI architecture and engineering.
Meet Alex Ruber and Parth Chopra, who created a million-dollar app after more than 5 failed startup ideas; what made their product different?
Alex Ruber and Parth Chopra met and at that time were working as full-time engineers. Simultaneously, they enjoyed building and working on side projects. Both were reportedly interested in fashion, particularly second-hand clothing. At first, they developed an AI-powered shopping tool for second-hand fashion.
Meet Dennis Woodside, who began his career as M&A lawyer in 1990s; decades later, he became CEO of Freshworks after leadership roles at Google and Dropbox
Woodside went to Cornell University and studied industrial relations. Later, he earned a law degree from Stanford Law School. He started his professional career as an M&A lawyer in the 1990s. He later moved into management consulting at McKinsey & Company. He joined Google in 2003. There, he spent more than a decade in sales and strategy leadership roles.
Glance to be integrated by default on Android TVs in US, India, Japan in partnership with Google
Under the collaboration, Glance will transform idle TV screens into interactive shoppable storefronts across fashion, travel, food, wellness, and other lifestyle categories.
Google rolls out new Gemini tools to help small businesses manage marketing, finances
The new features will allow business owners to connect Gemini with Google services such as Google Business Profile, Google Ads and Google Workspace, as well as third-party applications including Adobe, Canva, Dropbox, Shopify, Wix, Zoho and Xero, according to a blog post by Google.
AI startup Simplismart in talks to raise $40-50 million; valuation may triple
Simplismart, an innovative AI infrastructure startup, is in talks to secure between $40 and $50 million in funding, which could potentially boost its valuation from $100-120 million up to $300-400 million. Notable investors like Peak XV Partners and Damac Digital are eyeing stakes in the company, which was established by ex-Oracle and Google engineers.
Beijing blasts US sanctions on 5 Chinese firms tied to ex-Google engineer
The Trump administration's recent sanctions on five Chinese companies have drawn firm opposition from Beijing, with ties to Linwei Ding, who faces charges of trade secret theft from Google. The U.S. State Department pointed out that significant violations occurred after January 2023. China's commerce ministry firmly defended their AI progress as a product of independent innovation, signaling potential responsive actions without revealing specific plans yet.
Is your phone reading your mind? How do you see ads for things you were thinking about just minutes ago
An ad appears for something you recently discussed, and your phone suddenly feels suspicious. Digital tracking can explain some of these moments. Psychology helps explain why certain matches feel unforgettable.
Google Cloud outage in London disrupts UK banking and online services, affecting major institutions-When will it be back up?
A Google Cloud outage in London has impacted numerous digital services, including those of banks and public providers. Customers are experiencing issues with banking apps, card payments, and online access. Revolut and ING Germany are among the affected institutions, reporting multiple service disruptions. Google has not disclosed the cause of the outage and its engineering team continues to investigate the matter.
Google Cloud outage hits UK banks
A significant Google Cloud outage disrupted online services for several UK banks, notably Lloyds and HSBC, beginning just after 2 a.m. local time. The primary impact was felt in London, but further consequences may extend beyond this area. Revolut acknowledged the outage while reassuring users about the security of their accounts.
Google Cloud services face outage in London, Revolut services down too
Separately, UK-based financial technology firm Revolut said it was experiencing a service disruption affecting its multiple services. It was not immediately clear if Revolut's outage was related to Google Cloud. Revolut uses Google Cloud's services.
Nvidia’s rivals have built their own AI chips and now want to make the software switch easier
Nvidia faces competition as Amazon and Google introduce tools that allow minimal changes for chip switching. Amazon's TorchNeuron and Google's TorchTPU aim to simplify the transition for developers using PyTorch. These tools enable existing code to run efficiently on different hardware.
Cognizant, Google Cloud expand partnership to drive agentic AI adoption
The group brings together a dedicated global workforce that pairs Google's full-stack, enterprise-ready AI platform with Cognizant's domain, industry and engineering expertise as an AI-builder, according to a release.
Meet Becky DeGrossa, who left IBM after 20 years to become a therapist, her side business hit $2 million in revenue
DeGrossa is the founder of CounselingWise. It is a marketing agency that helps therapists grow their practices through websites, search engine optimisation and online advertising. The business reportedly generated $2 million in revenue by June 2026. In 2003, DeGrossa left IBM after losing interest in her corporate career.
Five hours a week of posting earned more than her 9-to-5: Meet Sundas Khalid of Seattle, she posted career wins on Instagram while at Amazon. In 2024 the side hustle earned $302,000
Sundas Khalid spent years building her career in Big Tech, moving from a $77,000 starting salary at Amazon to earning $292,000 a year at Google. Then her side business began bringing in even more money than her full-time job. In 2024, Khalid generated $302,000 in revenue through content creation, according to Business Insider. She spent around four to five hours a week on the business while continuing to work a 40-hour week at Google.
Canadian AI lab Cohere moves to buy AI cybersecurity startup AISLE
Cohere has taken a significant step in the cybersecurity arena by signing a letter of intent to acquire AISLE, an AI-driven startup focused on detecting software vulnerabilities. This move comes after Cohere's substantial $20 billion merger with Aleph Alpha. By integrating AISLE's capabilities, the aim is to elevate cybersecurity measures for both enterprise and public sectors, enhancing their threat detection potential.
Google’s Gemini 4 Argon takes on OpenAI, Anthropic with focus on coding, research and reasoning
Google has made its AI model Gemini 4 Argon available globally for developers and enterprises through API access. This launch follows its prior limited access for selected cybersecurity professionals, enhancing its competitive edge. OpenAI and Anthropic have also released advancements in AI models recently.
EU Commission is in dialogue with Google: spokesperson
The European Commission said on Wednesday it was "in dialogue with Google" over actions the company may take in response to the $1 billion fines imposed by the EU in July and required changes to its app store and its search engine.
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