What’s the Uproar With India’s New AI Rules
India's Electronics and IT Ministry issued unexpected guidelines on AI regulations, causing concern among AI developers. The guidelines mainly focus on preventing AI misuse for unlawful content and requiring government approval for experimental AI models. But what are the real intentions behind the…
Google Play Store Vs Indian Startups
If you've been active on X, recently, you've probably seen the trending hashtag #SaveOurStartups. But what's the story behind it? Why do Indian startups need saving? In other news, the ongoing turmoil in the Red Sea – one of the world's most vital maritime trade routes – is extending its reach int…
Reliance Steps into Disney World
Reliance and Disney, former rivals in the streaming market, are teaming up to potentially create India's biggest media conglomerate. The joint venture is reportedly valued at $8.5 billion. But what are the implications of this merger for both companies, and how does it influence the media industry …
Made-in-India Social Media Wasteland
The Indian social media landscape is scattered with unsuccessful attempts by homegrown companies. Consider Hike Messenger, which aimed to challenge WhatsApp, along with other short video platforms like Chingari, Mitron TV, Trell, Roposo, Bolo Indya, and Josh. Where do they stand now? And why do Ind…
Fewer Planes in the Skies this Summer
Why are there fewer planes in the skies? Well, it's a combination of factors, but one of the primary reasons is the shortage of new aircraft globally. In other news, BSNL is gearing up to make a comeback. So, the government is considering various reforms for this PSU to improve its performance. T…
It's Not Fair and Lovely Anymore
That's because the obsession with fairness creams in India is gradually diminishing, with a 3% drop in sales volume according to recent data from NeilsenIQ. But what's the driving factor here? We have the Gen Z to thank for. On today's episode, we are also talking about the upcoming Reddit IPO. …
Why Byju’s is Racing Against Time
Over the weekend, Byju's and its founder Byju Raveendran faced a lot of drama. During the emergency external general meeting, chaos erupted due to a "phishing" attack, causing delays and a lengthy verification process for attendees. And as expected, shareholders unanimously voted to remove Byju Rav…
Byju Can’t Catch a Break
Byju Raveendran is in trouble again. The latest reports indicate that the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) is seeking another Look-Out Circular (LOC) notice against the edtech tycoon. In other news, Nvidia's profits skyrocketed, surging ninefold to almost $12.3 billion in the three-month period fr…
Amazon’s Budget-Friendly ‘Bazaar’
Amazon is all set to launch Amazon Bazaar, a platform aimed at budget-conscious shoppers. This move comes as the value segment is already densely populated with competitors such as Meesho, Shopsy, and Ajio Street. So why is Amazon eager to tap into this market? Stay tuned for the details. Also in…
A ‘Forest’ is a Forest is a Forest
The Supreme Court recently issued an interim order asking States and Union Territories to follow the dictionary definition of "forest" as laid down in the landmark Godavarman judgment of 1996. This is good news for approximately 1.97 lakh square km of undeclared forest lands which previously weren'…