New Delhi | Updated: 29-02-2024, 14:33 PM IST Google Pixel 8 series named best smartphone of 2023 at Mobile World Congress. Award recognizes Pixel 8’s exceptional performance and innovation in tech. First time a Google Pixel phone clinches coveted title, surpassing iPhone and Samsung. The Google Pixel 8 series has been honored with the prestigious title of the best smartphone of 2023 at the Mobile World Congress (MWC). This recognition highlights the phone’s exceptional performance, innovation, and leadership in the tech industry. This is the first time a Google…
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India to Launch Chandrayaan-4 in 2028 to Bring Rocks from the Moon
New Delhi, Updated: Feb 29, 2024, 11:33 AM IST Key points: Chandrayaan-4 aims to build on Chandrayaan-3’s success. ISRO plans to send Indians to the Moon by 2040. The mission intends to land near the lunar south pole and collect rock samples. Following the triumph of the Chandrayaan-3 mission, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for its next lunar odyssey, Chandrayaan-4, anticipated to embark on its journey around 2028. Dr. Nilesh Desai, Director of ISRO’s Space Applications Centre (SAC), revealed that Chandrayaan-4, also dubbed the LUPEX mission,…
Read MoreWordPress and Tumblr in Talks to Sell User Content to AI Companies Like OpenAI and MidJourney
New Delhi | Updated: 28-02-2024, 19:04 PM IST Key points Automattic, the parent company of WordPress and Tumblr, is considering selling user data from its platforms to AI firms like OpenAI and MidJourney for training purposes, sparking concerns about privacy and consent. Internal dissent within Automattic has emerged, with employees raising reservations about the inclusion of private content inadvertently scraped for AI training, contrary to the company’s intended practices. Automattic’s plans to introduce a new feature allowing users to opt out of their data being used for AI training, emphasizing…
Read MoreAICRA Partners with Agnel Institute of Technology, Goa to Establish Center of Excellence
New Delhi | Updated: 28-02-2024, 14:18 PM IST Key Points: AICRA partners with Agnel Institute of Technology, Goa, to establish a Center of Excellence. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) aims to promote technological education and innovation. The collaboration will offer hands-on training and access to cutting-edge technologies in robotics and automation. Programs include faculty development, certification courses, and robotics literacy initiatives. The All India Council for Robotics & Automation (AICRA) has forged a transformative partnership with the Agnel Institute of Technology in Goa, marking a significant milestone in the…
Read MoreFour Astronauts Selected for India’s Crewed Space Mission Revealed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
New Delhi | Updated: 28-02-2024, 11:00 AM IST Key Points: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the names of four astronauts chosen for India’s maiden crewed space mission, Gaganyaan. The selected astronauts, Prashanth Nair, Angad Prathap, Ajit Krishnan, and Shubhanshu Shukla, are currently undergoing rigorous training at the Astronaut Training Facility in Bengaluru. The Gaganyaan mission aims to propel India into the league of nations capable of sending astronauts into low Earth orbit, positioning the country as the fourth globally after the United States, Russia, and China. Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
Read MoreNext Innovation Wave Expected from Semiconductors and AI in India, Says IT Minister
New Delhi | Updated: February 27, 2024, 8:25 AM IST Key Points: Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar foresees the next innovation wave in India emerging from semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI). Chandrasekhar unveils the ‘Investor Information and Analytics Platform’ developed by IIT Madras to address the gap in understanding the innovation ecosystem. The platform, featuring an AI-based conversational interface named ‘StartupGPT,’ aims to provide comprehensive data access to researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs. With data on over 200,000 startups, the platform aims to streamline access to…
Read MoreDisney Activist Blackwells Demands AI Strategy to Boost Shares
New Delhi | Updated: February 27, 2024, 15:55 PM IST Key Points: Blackwells Capital urges Walt Disney to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) strategy. Proposal suggests AI strategy could potentially increase Disney’s stock price by up to 129%. Disney faces pressure from activist investors amid calls for potential company restructuring. Despite Disney’s historical investments in technology, Blackwells emphasizes the need for a more aggressive AI approach. Disney responds, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing shareholder value while rejecting proposed company breakup. Walt Disney shareholder Blackwells Capital is urging the U.S. media…
Read MoreAICRA Announces India First Startup Expo Conclave 2024 from June 28th to 30th.
New Delhi | 27,02,2024, Updated 13:25 IST The All India Council for Robotics and Automation (AICRA) is set to host the prestigious “IndiaFirst Startup Expo Conclave 2024″ from June 28th to 30th, 2024. The event aims to showcase the depth and breadth of India’s startup ecosystem, focusing on technology and innovation. Startups can participate as exhibitors to showcase their innovations, meet industry leaders, and explore networking opportunities. The All India Council for Robotics and Automation (AICRA) is set to organize its prestigious “IndiaFirst Startup Expo Conclave 2024″ (Startup Ka Mahakumbh)…
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Attempt to Sell Bing to Apple Unveiled in Court Documents
New Delhi |Updated Feb 27, 2024, 05:58 PM IST Key Points: Microsoft approached Apple multiple times between 2009 and 2020 to propose Bing as the default search engine for Safari. In 2018, Microsoft offered to sell Bing to Apple or establish a joint venture, but Apple declined due to concerns about Bing’s quality and features. Despite repeated attempts, discussions between Microsoft and Apple did not progress beyond initial stages, and Google remains the default search engine for Safari. For years, Google has reigned supreme in the online search space, with…
Read MoreGoogle admits to Gemini AI’s inaccuracies on political topics after ‘biased’ remarks on PM Modi
New Delhi|Updated Feb 26, 2024, 5:47 PM IST Key Points: Google acknowledges concerns over Gemini AI tool’s biased responses. Indian government hints at potential action against Google for perceived bias. Google emphasizes continuous improvement and adherence to AI Principles. Google, the tech giant, announced on Saturday that it swiftly addressed the concerns surrounding the Gemini AI tool. The tool faced criticism from the Indian government for its perceived “biased” response to a question about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “We’ve worked quickly to address this issue. Gemini is built as a…
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