WhatsApp has been hard at work on its payments feature in India in order to encourage its user base to use the app’s abilities. In yet another update, WhatsApp has added a variety of stickers to its payments tool in an effort to make payments more entertaining for those who use WhatsApp. The update is tailored to WhatsApp users in India, and hence includes Indian-themed Payment stickers. According to the company, these new pictures are based on numerous cultural expressions in the country that represent money exchange. WhatsApp worked with…
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Google is going to teach you a new word every day
Google Search has launched a new tool that will assist users in learning a new English word every day. Google says that the feature would help users improve their vocabulary and develop their language skills. Users may receive daily alerts on their phones that will help them in learning new terms as well as some interesting information about them. For the time being, the Learn a new word every day feature is only accessible on phones. To activate the notifications, open Google Search and type Define before a term whose…
Read MoreTroubles for Facebook doesn’t seem to end anytime soon
Former employee of Facebook’s integrity team turned whistleblower accuses the social media platform of allowing hate speech and unlawful behavior. He stated that the company prioritizes profits above attempts to combat hate speech. The new allegations come just days after another former Facebook employee, Frances Haugen, accused the company of hurting young users through Instagram. Facebook’s problems do not appear to be going away anytime soon. According to reports, the new whistleblower filed a complaint with the Securities and Exchange Commission. He had alleged that Facebook feared then-President Donald Trump…
Read MoreShort video platforms using Instagram to increase fanbase
Indian short-video platforms that are looking beyond Tier-I India for the next set of users appear to be in a race to buy out Instagram influencers for exclusive content. Influencers with 100,000 to 500,000 followers may earn up to Rs 25 lakh per year on apps like MX TakaTak, Chingari, and Moj, which swiftly filled the void left by TikTok’s exit from India in June last year. “They have roped in multiple third-party agencies to do this,” said Praanesh Bhuvaneswar, founder and chief executive of influencer marketing platform Qoruz. “They’re…
Read MoreNykaa acquires domestic skincare company
Nykaa, India’s largest cosmetics etailer, has acquired a domestic skincare company Dot & Key only days before its initial public offering (IPO) on October 28. This is the startup’s first acquisition in the direct-to-consumer space. The deal, though, is reflective of the bigger turnover in the industry. According to a statement made on Friday, “Following this investment by Nykaa, Dot & Key will join Nykaa’s range of owned brands.” Dot & Key, founded by Suyash and Anisha Saraf, develops skincare products such as serums, face masks, toners, and cleansers. The…
Read MoreNITI Aayog includes 45 tech startups in its initial compilation of enterprises
Forty-five health-tech startups were included in the federal policy think tank NITI Aayog’s initial compilation of enterprises nurtured under a scheme to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship. These companies’ technologies include portable health care devices that can be used at home, such as electrocardiogram (ECG) equipment, robotic arms capable of performing surgery, and a wearable device that alerts parents 24-hours before a pregnancy turns into a stillbirth, as shown in a list of innovative solutions released by these companies. The compilation, titled ‘Innovations for You,’ covers the start-ups fostered under the…
Read MoreEatFit expects a $50 M annualized revenue run rate by FY22
EatFit, a cloud kitchen brand managed by the Curefoods startup, offers clients healthy eating options. With the country’s cloud kitchen space booming, the business appears to have found the right recipe for success. Ankit Nagori, Founder, Curefoods, says that businesses in India have had an interesting journey over the last 18 months. The initial 5-6 months were particularly tough for consumer-facing brands such as EatFit. “People had to find ways to continue their business,” Ankit says. Ankit says that at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the startup was forced…
Read MorePUBG: New state to release soon: All you need to know
PUBG: New State will be released for Android and iPhone on November 11. Krafton has revealed that PUBG: New State would be accessible in 200 countries, including India, simultaneously. The new trailer of the game features futuristic weaponry, vehicles, and a slew of thrilling battle royale elements. The news comes only days after Krafton began testing PUBG: New State in alpha and beta with a small group of gamers. “PUBG: New State inherits the core of the PUBG IP and will have a competitiveness in and of itself on the…
Read MoreFacebook rolls out filters for group video calls
Facebook is starting to roll out augmented reality (AR) filters for Messenger group chats. This means that users will be able to create group conversations by combining filters and AR effects. The effects will soon be available for Instagram group chats as well. Users will be able to play multiplayer interactions with friends using group effects, making group video calls with filters a shared experience. You may view Group Effects by tapping the smiling face to access the effects tray and then selecting Group Effects after initiating a video call…
Read MoreGoogle meet gets a much-needed update
Google Meet has released an intriguing update for customers who are unable to switch off their mics during a meeting. People frequently begin discussions without turning off the mic, and when the mic is turned off, background noise can disturb the entire conference. Google, on the other hand, now has a solution for such troublesome players. Google Meet is introducing a new feature that lets the meeting host to mute all participants at once. The functionality is now available in Google Workspace for the domains Education Fundamentals and Education Plus….
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