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Nasscom Announces Cohort of 37 GenAI Startups for Its Foundry Programme

New Delhi, UPDATED: Sep 19, 2024, 17:55 PM IST Nasscom, the technology industry association, has revealed the selection of 37 Generative AI startups for the second cohort of its Generative AI Foundry programme. This initiative is aimed at fostering innovation in the rapidly evolving field of generative artificial intelligence. The newly selected startups, averaging two years in operation, have collectively raised approximately $750,000 from institutional investors. They specialize in generating a range of outputs, including text, audio, code, video/image, and multimodal solutions, with significant applications in sectors such as retail,…

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Do Not Pause YouTube Videos If You Don’t Want to See Ads, Google Reveals

New Delhi, UPDATED: Sep 19, 2024, 17:47 IST YouTube has officially announced the global rollout of a new advertising feature called ‘Pause Ads,’ which will display ads to users when they pause a video. This significant development was confirmed by YouTube’s communications manager, Oluwa Falodun. The feature was initially piloted in 2023 with a select group of advertisers, and it received positive feedback, prompting YouTube to extend its availability to all advertisers worldwide. According to The Verge, advertisers have shown considerable interest in this innovative ad format, particularly as it…

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Meet SocialAI: The New AI-Driven Social Media Platform Where Bots Rule the Conversation

New Delhi | September 18, 2024 16:58 IST In a time when popular social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram are grappling with increasing levels of toxicity, a new app is offering a fresh take on online interactions. SocialAI, a new iOS-exclusive platform, seeks to redefine the social media experience by replacing human interactions with conversations powered entirely by AI bots. Described as “your personal AI-powered social network,” SocialAI offers a new twist to the typical social media model. Unlike platforms struggling to combat bot infiltration, SocialAI embraces it,…

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TechnoXian World Robotics Championship 2024: Setting New Records in Innovation and Competition

New Delhi | Updated 06-08-2024, 11:27 AM   Teams from 50+ countries to participate. Record-breaking 50,000 participants from 5,000 schools and colleges. 14 categories of robotics challenges with INR 5.0 million in awards.   The much-anticipated TechnoXian World Robotics Championship 2024 is set to take place from August 24th to 27th at Noida Stadium, drawing global attention with teams from over 50 countries participating. This year marks a historic milestone with 50,000 participants hailing from 5,000 schools and colleges, establishing a new world record for participation. TechnoXian 2024 will feature…

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Meta’s AI Finds a Home: India Now Largest Market as Q2 Revenue Hits $39.1 Billion

New Delhi | Updated 03-08-2024, 01:19 PM Meta’s Q2 revenue hits $39.1 billion, with a 22% year-over-year increase. India becomes Meta’s largest market for AI usage, particularly on WhatsApp. Meta expands AI assistant to seven new languages, including Hindi, and sees growth in its Threads platform.   India has emerged as Meta’s largest market for AI usage, CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed during the company’s second-quarter earnings call. This milestone highlights the rapid adoption of AI technology in India and Meta’s growing presence in the country. “We are seeing particularly promising…

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TechnoXian National Robotics Championship Kicks Off in Azerbaijan

Baku, Azerbaijan – 08-06-2024 Highlights: The TechnoXian National Robotics Championship begins today in Baku, Azerbaijan, showcasing the talents of young innovators from across the nation. Participants will compete in thrilling categories including Robo Soccer, Drone Racing, Maze Solver, and the new addition, Robo Hockey. Winning teams will earn the opportunity to represent Azerbaijan at the TechnoXian World Robotics Championship in New Delhi, India, in August 2024.   Today marks a significant milestone in the world of robotics and innovation as the TechnoXian National Robotics Championship commences in Azerbaijan. Hosted in…

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Startup Ka Mahakumbh Lucknow Road Show Sparks Enthusiasm for 2024 Edition

AICRA’s third road show in Lucknow sets the stage for Asia’s biggest startup event, Startup Ka Mahakumbh 2024. 60+ startups, investors, and incubation center representatives discussed key strategies and collaborations. The event focuses on economic growth, Fostering entrepreneurship, and igniting innovation within the startup ecosystem.   Lucknow, May 27, 2024: The All India Council for Robotics and Automation (AICRA) hosted its third road show in Lucknow, following successful chapters in Delhi and Kolkata, as part of the lead-up to Asia’s largest startup event, Startup Ka Mahakumbh 2024. Held at Savoy…

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Elon Musk Announces Expansion of GrokAI Access to All X Premium Subscribers

Updated : March 27, 2024, 12:45 pm IST Elon Musk reveals on X that GrokAI, the chatbot from xAI, will soon be accessible to all premium subscribers of the social media platform X. Previously limited to Premium+ subscribers, this expansion aims to democratize access to GrokAI’s capabilities. GrokAI was recently open-sourced, allowing researchers and developers to enhance its xAI abilities.   Elon Musk, the CEO of xAI, has announced a significant development for users of the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. In a post on X, Musk…

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WhatsApp Introduces Multi-Message Pinning Feature, Empowering Users with Enhanced Chat Organisation

Updated : March 22, 2024, 11:54 PM IST   WhatsApp rolls out a new feature allowing users to pin up to three messages in a chat, improving accessibility and conversation organisation. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and WhatsApp Head Will Cathcart confirmed the feature via their WhatsApp Channels. The update builds upon the existing message pinning capability introduced in December last year.   WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, has introduced a highly anticipated feature that enables users to pin up to three messages within a chat, marking a significant enhancement in…

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U.S. Lobbying Prompts India to Reverse Laptop Licensing Policy Amidst Trade Concerns

Updated : March 21, 2024, 02:31 PM IST India reverses policy requiring licenses for laptop imports after U.S. lobbying efforts. Concerns raised over compliance with WTO rules and potential impact on $500 million worth of U.S. exports. Emails reveal U.S. officials’ alarm over sudden policy changes and efforts to influence Indian government.   India has reversed its policy mandating licenses for imports of laptops, tablets, personal computers, and servers after behind-the-scenes lobbying efforts by U.S. officials. However, concerns linger regarding New Delhi’s compliance with World Trade Organization (WTO) rules and…

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