TikTok introduces new parental controls

TikTok’s rolling out tools to protect teens, letting parents block app access during set times and monitor followers via Family Pairing. A “wind-down” feature nudges kids under 16 to sleep after 10 p.m. with calming prompts, while STEM feeds return—all part of TikTok’s push to ease lawmaker worries.

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India’s Healthcare Boom Draws $30B in Investments

India’s healthcare sector is thriving, with over $30 billion in deals from 2022-2024, led by a $6 billion hospital investment surge in 2024. Big mergers, like Aster DM’s $5 billion deal, and AI innovations are driving growth, though rural access gaps and bed shortages remain challenges, per Grant Thornton’s report.

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Microsoft’s New AI Models Challenge OpenAI

Microsoft is gearing up to rival OpenAI with its own AI models, dubbed ‘MAI,’ for Microsoft 365 Copilot. Led by Mustafa Suleyman, the team is testing these advanced models, which match OpenAI’s benchmarks, and exploring third-party options like xAI. A potential API release later this year could shake up the AI scene.

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Airtel Teams Up with SpaceX for Starlink in India

Airtel partnered with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s satellite internet to India, pending regulatory approval. This move challenges Reliance Jio and follows U.S.-India talks boosting SpaceX’s chances. Airtel will sell Starlink gear and services, aiming to bridge India’s connectivity gap—though past hurdles remind us it’s not a done deal yet.

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Synctera Secures $15M Despite BaaS Setbacks

Synctera, a Banking-as-a-Service startup, raised $15 million in a Series A extension, bringing its total funding to $94 million. Despite Synapse’s collapse shaking the industry, Synctera’s revenue soared 80% and gross profit jumped 230% year-over-year. CEO Peter Hazlehurst credits its compliance focus and aims for breakeven by early 2026.

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India’s AI Boom Faces Talent Shortage, 1 Million Workers Need Upskilling by 2027

India’s AI sector could face a shortfall of over a million skilled professionals by 2027, with job openings projected to reach 2.3 million against a talent pool of 1.2 million, according to Bain & Company. The report emphasizes the urgent need for reskilling and upskilling initiatives to bridge the talent gap and support AI industry growth.

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Gmail’s New AI Feature Simplifies Adding Events to Calendar

Google’s Gemini AI now lets Workspace users add events to Google Calendar directly from emails. The “Add to calendar” button appears when calendar-related content is detected, streamlining event creation. Available in English on the web, this feature is open to Business, Enterprise, and select Google One AI Premium users. Admins can enable it through the Workspace Admin console.

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Nasdaq Plummets Over 3% as Tariff War Sparks Recession Fears

The Nasdaq dropped over 3%, hitting a six-month low, amid concerns of an economic slowdown from escalating tariff wars. The S&P 500 is nearing a critical support level, while volatility surged. Tech stocks like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Tesla saw significant losses. Investors are worried about potential recession risks due to shifting trade policies and uncertainties around tariffs.

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Discord Explores IPO, Eyes Public Market Debut

Discord, a chat app with over 200 million users, is in early talks for an IPO, per The New York Times. Valued at $14.7 billion in 2021, the company previously rejected a $10 billion Microsoft buyout. Popular in gaming, crypto, and AI communities, Discord remains tight-lipped about its plans.

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Coforge Shares Soar 10% After $1.56 Billion Sabre Deal

Coforge’s stock surged 10% after securing a $1.56 billion, 13-year deal with Sabre Corp, its biggest ever. The partnership boosts 2026 revenue visibility and strengthens its travel tech stance. Despite a shaky IT market, Coforge outperformed rivals, with shares up 9.1% while the IT index rose 2%. Analysts praise the win, expecting $140M-$150M yearly revenue initially.

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