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Apple is exploring robotics, investigating humanoid and non-humanoid designs, with an emphasis on user interaction over appearance. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo views this as early-stage work, with mass production not expected before 2028. Apple’s research includes non-anthropomorphic robots like a Pixar lamp, targeting smart home applications, amidst industry challenges in hiring and tech.
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Coinbase is actively working to re-enter the Indian market over a year after ceasing operations there. The U.S.-based crypto exchange is engaging with Indian authorities, including the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), to secure necessary approvals. This follows a challenging history in India where Coinbase previously had to halt services due to regulatory pressures. The move comes as part of Coinbase’s broader international expansion strategy, with India’s growing web3 ecosystem being a significant draw. However, the crypto market in India remains small due to high taxation on crypto transactions introduced in 2022.
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Bhavish Aggarwal announced the Krutrim AI Lab, focusing on India-specific AI. New models like Krutrim-2, Chitrarth-1, and Dhwani-1 were released for better language support. Ola committed Rs. 2,000 crores, aiming for Rs. 10,000 crores by next year. Partnerships with Nvidia for AI infrastructure were also highlighted.
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Shantanu Naidu, former aide and close confidant of Ratan Tata, has been appointed General Manager and Head of Strategic Initiatives at Tata Motors. Naidu shared an emotional LinkedIn post recalling childhood memories of his father working at the same plant. The 2018 Tata protégé gained attention for their unique bond, collaborative projects like stray dog safety innovations, and founding elderly-care startup Goodfellows. His promotion follows Tata’s 2024 demise, whom Naidu tributed as “my dear lighthouse.”
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Over 1,250 Google employees from the U.S. and Canada signed a petition titled ‘Googlers for Job Security’ demanding better severance terms and job stability. The petition, addressed to CEO Sundar Pichai, criticizes ongoing layoffs, poor performance reviews, and lack of buyout options, highlighting the impact on work quality and morale. It seeks a response within two weeks.
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Elon Musk’s X is partnering with Visa to launch the “X Money Account” for real-time payments, aiming to make X an “everything app.” The service will allow digital wallets and P2P transfers linked to debit cards, with plans for future expansion. This move aligns with Musk’s long-term vision of creating a multifunctional platform like WeChat.
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India’s ISRO launched its 100th mission with GSLV-F15, deploying the NVS-02 navigation satellite from Sriharikota. This mission enhances the NavIC system, now with five satellites, improving regional navigation accuracy. Union Minister Jitendra Singh celebrated this as a historic achievement, highlighting the journey from ISRO’s inception to its current success under PM Modi’s leadership.
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SoftBank is in talks to invest $500 million in Skild AI, valuing the robotics software company at $4 billion. Skild, founded by Carnegie Mellon professors, raised $300 million last year. The AI model can adapt to various robots. Other AI robotics startups like Physical Intelligence and Figure AI have also secured substantial investments from major investors, including Jeff Bezos.
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DeepSeek, backed by Chinese hedge fund High-Flyer, has surged in popularity with its AI models, challenging U.S. tech dominance. Using cost-effective techniques, DeepSeek’s models like DeepSeek-V2 and V3 have outshined competitors, leading to price drops by rivals. Despite regulatory constraints, its models are widely used, stirring market reactions.
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Wipro announced an interim dividend of Rs 6 per share for FY 2024-25 with Q3 results showing a 24% YoY net profit increase to Rs 3,354 crore. The record date is January 28, with payment by February 15. Analysts have mixed views, with target prices ranging from Rs 280 to Rs 350.
Read more on NEWS18.
