TECHNOLOGY

India has capability to lead global semiconductor supply chain, Says PM Modi
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Chairing the Semiconductor Executives' Roundtable at his residence in the national capital on the eve of the three-day 'Semicon India 2024' event, PM Modi said: "The semiconductor is the basis of the Digital Age. And the day is not far when it will be the bedrock for even our basic necessities.".
Revenues from online gaming surged 412 pc at Rs 6,909 crore, says FM Sitharaman
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Addressing a press conference after the 54th GST Council meeting, the Finance Minister said revenues of casinos have "jumped by 30 per cent."
Apple Unveils iPhone 16 Series, Launching in India on September 20
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The company claims, on the other hand, that the new 48MP Fusion camera with an ultra-fast quad-pixel sensor on the A18 Pro chip-powered iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be capable of capturing 4K120 fps in Dolby Vision.
India Surpasses US to Become 2nd Largest 5G Mobile Market, Apple Takes the Lead
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Apple led the 5G handset shipments globally, accounting for over 25 percent share, driven by strong shipments of the iPhone 15 series and 14 series. The shipments of 5G handsets have grown gradually, and with increased availability in the budget segment, the emerging markets have seen high growth in this segment. "India became the second-biggest 5G handset market during the first half, overtaking the US.
Telegram Chief Durov Criticizes 'Surprising' and 'Misguided' French Charges
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Durov criticized France in a post on Telegram for his arrest and indictment last month over the publishing of extremist and illegal content on the popular messaging app.
Sales of Smartphones Priced Above Rs 1 Lakh Surge in India
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"The share is expected to increase slightly in the second half of this year with the arrival of Samsung Galaxy Foldables and the new Apple iPhone series," Tarun Pathak, Director, Counterpoint Research, told IANS.
PM Modi-Led Cabinet Approves Rs 3,300 Crore Semiconductor Manufacturing Unit
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PM Modi said, "The country has the potential to fulfil the dream of developing a 'Made in India' chip for every piece of equipment." The country is expected to get its first indigenously-developed chip by the end of this year.
Elon Musk on X Ban in Brazil: 'Freedom of Speech Under Massive Attack'
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The block was put in place after X refused to appoint a legal representative in Brazil.
Stephen Ibaraki: India on Track to Become a Leading Global AI Hub
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Ibaraki opined that the government needs to provide policies that would attract foreign investment in AI as well as encourage collaboration between the public and private sectors in promoting and proliferating AI projects in healthcare, agriculture, and finance.
Brazilian Supreme Court Issues Nationwide Ban on Social Media Platform X
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Alexandre de Moraes gave an ultimatum on Wednesday to the firm for 24 hours to designate a local representative. On Aug. 17, the company shut down its office in Brazil because of threats against its former legal representative.
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