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Tech & Startup News in Hindi | लेटेस्ट टेक और स्टार्टअप न्यूज़
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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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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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’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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A US bankruptcy court ruled that BYJU’S parent, Think & Learn Pvt Ltd, and Riju Ravindran defrauded lenders by stealing $533 million from BYJU’S Alpha, Inc. The court confirmed fraudulent transfers and Riju’s breach of duties. Lenders aim to recover the funds, adding to BYJU’S ongoing financial and legal struggles in the US and India. Damages are pending.
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Google has launched an experimental search engine feature, AI Mode, replacing the classic 10 blue links with an AI-generated summary. Available to Google One AI Premium subscribers for $19.99/month, it’s accessible via an “AI Mode” tab. Driven by user demand, it faces competition from OpenAI and a lawsuit from Chegg over publisher concerns.
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Apple’s refreshed MacBook Air brings the M4 chip, a sky blue color, and a surprising price drop—$999 for the 13-inch and $1,199 for the 15-inch. Order now for the March 12th launch! With a 12-megapixel Center Stage webcam and dual-display support, it’s a solid upgrade, though the design stays familiar.
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Digg is making a comeback under original founder Kevin Rose and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian. They aim to revive the platform with a focus on community and discovery, leveraging AI to combat misinformation. A new version, led by CEO Justin Mezzell, is set to launch soon, with invites rolling out in the coming weeks.
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After 23 years, Skype is closing on May 5, 2025, as Microsoft shifts focus to Teams. Acquired 14 years ago, Skype’s 36 million users have 10 weeks to migrate to Teams or download their data. Teams’ consumer calls have soared, while Skype’s faded. It’s a nostalgic end for a pioneer, but Teams is Microsoft’s future.
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Apple discreetly introduced the $599 iPhone 16e, merging iPhone 13 and 14 designs with the A18 chip and a custom C1 modem. No big event—just a press release. It’s a reliable, cost-effective pick with Apple Intelligence, targeting markets like China and India, though it lacks some premium features.
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