Duolingo Faces Backlash for Using Apple’s Dynamic Island to Push Subscription Ads
Duolingo’s use of Apple’s Dynamic Island and Live Activities to push “Super” subscription ads has sparked user backlash and renewed scrutiny of App Store rules.
Andhra Pradesh Leads India’s Investment Proposals with 25.3% Share
Andhra Pradesh leads India’s proposed investments with a 25.3% share, driven by public capex, infrastructure, and renewable energy, as five states capture 68% of new capital.
India Govt. Greenlights 22 Electronics Projects Worth INR 41,863 Crore in ECMS Boost, creating 33,791 direct jobs
India clears 22 ECMS projects worth ₹41,863 crore, targeting PCBs, Li-ion cells, displays, and optical transceivers across eight states, and projecting ₹2,58,152 crore in output and 33,791 direct jobs as it accelerates its push toward electronics self-reliance and global manufacturing scale.
Amazon Allows Stranded H-1B Employees to Work Remotely from India Amid Massive Visa Delays
Amazon has allowed stranded H-1B employees in India to work remotely under strict limits until March 2, 2026, after new U.S. visa rules requiring social media screening created unprecedented backlogs that disrupted global mobility across the tech sector.
Zoho’s Messaging App Arattai Expands to Android TV, Taking on WhatsApp’s Missing Gap
Zoho’s Arattai expands to Android TV with video calls, meetings, QR-based login and webcam support, as the privacy-focused app seeks renewed growth in India.
India Digitizes Land Records in 19 States
India’s land administration is undergoing a major digital shift, with online access to legally valid land records in 19 states, e-mortgage verification across 406 districts, and ULPIN codes mapped to over 36 crore parcels. Urban geospatial surveys and NGDRS integration are reshaping property governance.
Government Launches Market Access Support Intervention under Export Promotion Mission to Strengthen Global Market Access for Indian Exporters
India’s Market Access Support under the Export Promotion Mission targets MSMEs, new exporters, and priority sectors with structured buyer engagement, digital tools, and data-driven policy support to expand the country’s global export footprint.
Knight Fintech raises $23.6M to boost product capabilities & support expansion into Asia Pacific & Gulf regions
Knight Fintech secures $23.6M in funding led by Accel to expand its banking infrastructure globally.
Grok AI Halts Media Feature Amid Global Outcry Over Non‑Consensual Deepfake Abuse
xAI's Grok chatbot halts media generation amid backlash over non-consensual deepfakes of women and minors in India, sparking AI ethics debate.
Arya.ag Raises Rs 725 Crore in Series D Funding from GEF Capital Partners to Drive Climate-Smart Agriculture and Reduce Food Loss
Arya.ag raises Rs 725 crore in Series D from GEF Capital Partners to scale climate-smart agriculture, cut post-harvest losses, and expand grain storage, finance and market access for Indian smallholder farmers while sustaining profitable growth across its integrated agritech platform.
BSNL Rolls Out Nationwide VoWiFi Calling to Bridge Coverage Gaps
BSNL launches nationwide VoWiFi using IMS to boost indoor call quality, ease network load, and strengthen rural connectivity ahead of its 5G rollout in India.
xAI Launches Grok Business and Enterprise Tiers to Rival OpenAI, Google in Corporate AI
xAI debuts Grok Business ($30/user/mo) and Enterprise tiers with security, integrations to challenge OpenAI, Google in corporate AI market.
UPI Hits Record 21.63B Transactions in December, ₹27.97T Value Surge
India's UPI achieved 21.63 billion transactions worth ₹27.97 trillion in December 2025, up 29% YoY. NPCI data shows daily average of 698M txns in digital payments boom.
SoftBank Finalizes $41B OpenAI Investment, Doubles Down on AI Domination
SoftBank completes its $41B investment in OpenAI, solidifying its position in the AI sector and backing the 'Stargate' project.
India’s NTRAF Aims to Bridge Deeptech Funding Gap with Standardized Technology Readiness Assessment
India introduces NTRAF to standardize technology readiness, bridging the gap between research and market deployment for enhanced innovation.
V-GREEN and HPCL Partner to Boost India’s EV Charging Network
V-GREEN partners with HPCL to expand EV charging across India, leveraging HPCL's fuel station network to enhance charging infrastructure.
Three New Regional Airlines Set to Enter India by 2026, Signaling Shift in India’s Aviation Market
India approves 3 new airlines amid IndiGo disruptions, aiming to boost competition and reduce market concentration in its rapidly growing aviation sector.
Samsung TVs to Integrate Google Photos to Enhance AI-Driven Home Experiences
Samsung TVs to integrate Google Photos in 2026, offering users a new way to relive memories on a larger screen with AI.
Meta Acquires Manus to Enhance AI Capabilities for Global Businesses
Meta acquires Manus to enhance AI capabilities, bringing advanced AI solutions to billions of users and businesses. Learn more about this acquisition.
Rediff.com Receives NPCI Approval, Set to Launch Financial Wellness UPI App
Rediff.com's RediffPay secures NPCI approval, launching a UPI platform focused on financial wellness and inclusion across India.
Wow! Momo Secures INR 75 Cr Funding for Expansion and Tech Enhancement
Wow! Momo secures INR 75 Cr in funding from Madhusudan Kela. Funds to boost expansion and innovation efforts.
Google Enables Gmail Address Changes While Retaining Account Data
Google lets Gmail users change addresses! Keep data, new ID. Rollout details inside.
Qualcomm Completes Alphawave Semi Acquisition to Scale AI Data Centers
Qualcomm completes acquisition of Alphawave Semi, accelerating expansion into data centers and AI solutions.
HCLTech Joins Microsoft’s AI Discovery Platform to Accelerate Scientific Innovation
HCLTech partners with Microsoft to advance AI scientific discovery, accelerating innovation in various industries. Learn more.
Gig Workers Plan New Year’s Eve Strike: Demanding Fairer Terms from Delivery Platforms
Indian gig workers plan a nationwide strike on December 31 over pay, safety, and benefits, potentially disrupting major platforms.
Nikhil Kamath, Kishore Biyani Launch Foundery: India’s Co-Founder Factory for Startups
Nikhil Kamath and Kishore Biyani launch The Foundery, a 90-day residential program turning ideas into investible Indian startups with up to Rs 4 crore seed funding and 25% equity for builders.
HCLSoftware Boosts Data & AI with Jaspersoft Acquisition
HCLSoftware to acquire Jaspersoft, boosting its Data & AI division with embedded analytics & pixel-perfect reporting capabilities.
Coforge Acquires Encora for $2.35 Billion, Bolstering AI Engineering Capabilities
Coforge acquires Encora, solidifying its position in AI-driven engineering and creating a $2.5B tech powerhouse. Read more!
Andhra Pradesh Bets Big on Quantum Computing with Ambitious New Policy
Andhra Pradesh launches its Quantum Computing Policy 2025-30, aiming to become a global hub for quantum technology and innovation.
Alphabet to Acquire Intersect Power for $4.75B to Boost AI Data Center Capacity
Alphabet acquires Intersect Power for $4.75B to boost data center power and support AI model training. A strategic move for future growth.
