TECHNOLOGY

Indian Tech Industry Grows 3.8% to Reach $254 Billion in FY24, Employs 5.43 Million
Monika -
The tech industry employed 5.43 million professionals, with a growth rate of 1.1 per cent in FY24, focusing on Generative AI, cloud and cybersecurity skills.
India's Smartphone Market Expected to Surpass $50 Billion in Value This Year: Report
Anurima Das -
​​​​​​​The remarkable feat will be powered by the value-centric approach that will come in from smartphone OEMs and by an increased consumer thrust toward high-specification devices. For the first time in history, India's smartphone retail ASP is projected to breach the $300 mark in 2025.
Committed to Making India a Chip Manufacturing Hub and Preparing a Skilled Workforce: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Monika -
After inaugurating the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), deemed to be a university at 12 locations including five locations in the northeastern states, the minister said the university is set to play a crucial role in equipping students with the necessary skills to thrive in a rapidly changing technological environment.
Govt Unveils Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, Requires Parental Consent for Child's Data
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​​​​​​​The Act was passed in Parliament in August 2023 and the government is now inviting feedback through the MyGov portal till February 18, 2025.
Silicon Valley Now Deeply Tied to Trump Affairs: Indian American Venture Capitalist
Anurima Das -
Silicon Valley is now deeply enmeshed in all things Trump. I am very excited to work with my fellow venture capitalist and tech entrepreneur friends like David Sacks, Chamath and Sriram Krishnan in bringing back an innovation friendly regulatory system," Asha Jadeja Motwani told PTI.
Realme 14 Pro Series 5G to Introduce World's First Triple Flash Camera
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​​​​​​​From recording everyday moments to preserving breathtaking scenery, these pocket-sized powerhouses play an increasingly vital role in our lives.
Air India Launches Wi-Fi Services on Select Flights
Kumar Manoj -
​​​​​​​Air India says passengers can avail of Wi-Fi Internet connectivity service on domestic routes in Airbus A350, Boeing (NYSE:BA) 787-9 and select Airbus A321neo aircraft.
Bitcoin Surges Over 100% in 2024 Fueled by Spot ETF Approval and Trump Euphoria
Anurima Das -
The global largest and most popular cryptocurrency reached $100,000 earlier in the month, marking a milestone that's had sparks flying throughout some of the more fervent backers of the erstwhile nascent asset class.
NHRC Instructs ‘X’ to Remove Kejriwal Video Showing Use of Kids in Campaign
Kumar Manoj -
NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo drew the attention of Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar to the issue and sought the advice to consider issuing guidelines to the political parties not to involve children in political activities.
OpenAI Introduces New For-Profit Model to Stay Competitive in Expensive AI Development Race
Anurima Das -
The acknowledgment and detailed reasoning behind its high-profile restructuring confirmed a Reuters report in September, which sparked debate among corporate watchdogs and tech moguls including Elon Musk.
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