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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Regrets Killing Mobile Division, Reflects on Missed Smartphone Opportunities

New Delhi | Updated 01-03-2024. 3:36 pm IST Satya Nadella, Microsoft CEO, reveals regret over killing the mobile division. Former CEOs Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer also express remorse for not prioritizing the smartphone market. Microsoft acquired Nokia’s mobile device segment in 2013, but eventually discontinued Windows Phone. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has expressed his biggest regret during his tenure –– the decision to discontinue the company’s mobile division. Nadella opened up about this in an interview, citing it as one of the most challenging choices he made as CEO….

Meta Collaborates with Sarvam AI to Develop Vernacular Large Language Models

Meta collaborates with Sarvam AI to develop vernacular Large Language Models (LLMs). The partnership aims to overcome limitations posed by predominantly English LLMs. Sandhya Devanathan, Meta’s head in India, highlights the significance of enabling vernacular languages. Sarvam AI utilizes Meta’s open-source models for building LLMs, starting with Hindi and expanding to other languages.   Meta has partnered with Sarvam AI to develop Large Language Models (LLMs) in vernacular languages, aiming to overcome limitations posed by predominantly English LLMs. Sandhya Devanathan, Meta’s head in India, emphasized the significance of enabling vernacular…

Google Pixel 8 Wins Best Smartphone Award at MWC 2024

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…

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,…

AICRA 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…

Four 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…

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Set to Reap Millions from Reddit’s Public Debut

New Delhi| 23-02-2024, Updated 15:56 IST Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has emerged as a significant figure at Reddit, holding more shares in the company than its CEO, Steve Huffman. With Reddit poised to go public, Altman stands to gain millions from his strategic investments in the platform. Altman’s involvement with Reddit dates back to 2014 when he led the company’s $50 million Series B funding round. Expressing his appreciation for the platform in a blog post, Altman’s initial investment has since shown a 45% increase in value. Over…

Technoxian National Robotics Championship, Bangladesh to Serve as Gateway to Technoxian World Robotics Championship

Bangladesh | Updated 23-02-2024, 13:04 IST The prestigious  National Robotics Championship, Bangladesh in collaboration with TechnoXian, is set to take place on the 7th and 8th of March, 2024, at the American International University – Bangladesh (AIUB). This championship serves as a pivotal platform for robotics enthusiasts across Bangladesh to showcase their skills, innovation, and technological prowess. As the largest robotics competition in Bangladesh, the event will attract talented teams from schools, colleges, and universities nationwide. Participants will engage in a series of challenging competitions, spanning various categories, to demonstrate…

YouTube Premium Subscription with 3-Month Plan Available for Free: Here’s How to Claim

New Delhi, Updated Feb 22, 2024, 2:49 PM IST YouTube Premium, the subscription service offering ad-free content and additional perks, is currently offering an extended free trial period. Users can now claim a three-month free subscription to YouTube Premium through the YouTube app. However, it’s worth noting that while some users may see a one-month free offer, others are eligible for the three-month Premium subscription trial. Here’s how you can claim the free subscription and what benefits it offers, along with details on pricing in India. 3-Month Free YouTube Premium…

Elon Musk’s X Complies but ‘Disagrees’ with India’s Order to Suspend Accounts Linked to Farmers’ Protest

New Delhi, Feb 22, 2024, 12:15 PM IST Days after the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) issued emergency blocking orders against numerous social media accounts and posts associated with the ongoing farmers’ protests, social media company X (formerly Twitter), led by Elon Musk, announced on Thursday that it will withhold specific accounts and posts in compliance with the directives from the Indian government. In its official statement through its Global Government Affairs account, X expressed its adherence to the executive orders issued by the Indian government, citing potential…