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Semiconductor Startup Netrasemi Raises ₹107 Cr to Power India’s Edge AI Chip Revolution

July 24, 2025July 24, 2025 by educatekaroin News, AI, India, TechLeave a Comment

Kerala-based semiconductor startup Netrasemi has secured ₹107 crore in Series A funding led by Zoho and Unicorn India Ventures. The funds will help ramp up R&D and manufacturing and launch four AI-powered SoC chips built for edge devices like CCTV cameras, robotics, and smart infrastructure. Netrasemi, started in 2020, targets energy-efficient chips that run AI directly on devices—no cloud needed. Zoho is backing the vision with a rural R&D center in Kerala. With plans to double its team and enter edge server markets, Netrasemi is emerging as a key player in India’s deep-tech and semiconductor growth story.

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Apple’s iOS 27 Is Reportedly Being Designed for the Foldable iPhone

July 24, 2025July 24, 2025 by educatekaroin News, TechLeave a Comment

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple is shaping iOS 27 specifically to support its much-anticipated foldable iPhone. Unlike previous iOS versions, iOS 27 will include features tailored for a foldable screen, hinting that Apple’s first foldable could finally launch alongside the iPhone 18. With foldables booming in China, Apple may be eyeing the region more seriously—especially as rivals like Huawei and Xiaomi dominate the space. At an expected $2,000+ price point, Apple’s foldable will need a unique software experience, and iOS 27 might just be the start of that transformation.

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Apple Launches AppleCare One to Cover Multiple Devices Under One Plan

July 24, 2025July 24, 2025 by educatekaroin News, TechLeave a Comment

Apple just introduced AppleCare One, a new $19.99/month subscription that lets users cover up to three Apple devices with the same perks as AppleCare Plus—including accidental damage, battery coverage, and 24/7 support. You can include extra devices for $5.99 per month each—even if they’re as old as four years, as long as they’re still in good shape. Theft and Loss protection is included for iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches. Honestly, this feels like a smart move for Apple fans juggling multiple devices. With Apple’s services revenue hitting record highs, AppleCare One is clearly part of a bigger push to lock users into the ecosystem.

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YouTube’s $9.8B Ad Win Shows It’s Still the King of Streaming Ads

July 24, 2025July 24, 2025 by educatekaroin News, Apps, TechLeave a Comment

YouTube just pulled off a solid quarter, earning $9.8B in ad revenue—proof that it’s still the go-to spot for video ads, especially on TV screens. Honestly, it’s wild how YouTube now takes the biggest share of TV viewership, beating traditional channels. Meanwhile, Netflix and others are trying to play catch-up, but YouTube’s head start gives it an edge. Even with all the noise in the streaming space, YouTube feels like the one platform that’s figured out ads without annoying people too much. Alphabet overall did well too, hitting $96.4B in revenue. Streaming wars? YouTube’s clearly still leading.

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Google Cloud Partners with Rival OpenAI, Pichai Says He’s “Very Excited”

July 24, 2025July 24, 2025 by educatekaroin News, AI, TechLeave a Comment

Google CEO Sundar Pichai says he’s “very excited” about partnering with OpenAI to provide cloud infrastructure, despite OpenAI being Google’s biggest AI rival. The deal boosts Google Cloud’s momentum, with Q2 revenue hitting $13.6B, up from $10.3B last year. While OpenAI threatens Google Search, GPU shortages pushed it to diversify beyond Microsoft and use Google’s powerful chips. Analysts remain skeptical, as this uneasy alliance could help OpenAI outpace Google in AI. Still, Google is betting big on cloud and AI, with products like Gemini reaching millions and aiming to win over more AI labs with its infrastructure edge.

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Trump Signs Order to Ban ‘Woke AI’, Sparks Concerns Over Free Speech in Tech

July 24, 2025July 24, 2025 by educatekaroin News, AI, Government & Policy, TechLeave a Comment

Trump has signed an executive order banning “woke AI” and any AI tools with ideological bias, especially those promoting DEI values, from receiving federal contracts. The order demands AI must be “ideologically neutral” and “truth-seeking,” but experts warn it could pressure companies to align with political agendas. Elon Musk’s xAI, which promotes “anti-woke” views, may benefit most from the move. Critics argue the order enforces viewpoint discrimination and ignores the reality that true objectivity in AI is nearly impossible, especially when facts themselves are politicized in today’s polarized environment.

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Rocket Lab Faces Shallow Waters Hurdle for Neutron Rocket Launch Plans

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 by educatekaroin News, Space, TechLeave a Comment

Rocket Lab is racing to launch its new Neutron rocket from Virginia, but there’s one problem—shallow waters. The company asked regulators to let it use a temporary technique called “kedging” to tow oversized rocket parts through tricky channels until federal approval for dredging comes through. Without this, their September delivery deadline could slip. Despite investing millions into the MARS launch site, lack of deep-water access might delay Neutron’s 2025 debut. Rocket Lab’s workaround shows how infrastructure, not tech, could slow down the space race. They’re literally stuck waiting for permission to dig a deeper path to space.

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Gupshup Raises $60M to Push Conversational AI Across Emerging Markets

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 by educatekaroin News, AI, Apps, India, TechLeave a Comment

Conversational AI startup Gupshup just bagged $60 million in fresh funding—mix of equity and debt—from Globespan Capital and EvolutionX. This cash boost will power its expansion across India, the Middle East, LATAM, and Africa. Honestly, it feels like Gupshup’s timing is spot on—AI agents are no longer “cool tech,” they’re becoming essential. With products like AI chat agents, campaign copilots, and WhatsApp integrations, Gupshup’s pushing hard to lead the next wave of customer engagement. Despite past valuation dips, this move signals confidence in its growth playbook. Big bets are on AI messaging, and Gupshup wants a big slice.

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PayPal World Aims to Simplify Global Payments with UPI, WeChat & More

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 by educatekaroin News, Fintech, TechLeave a Comment

PayPal just revealed PayPal World, a global payment platform that lets users pay internationally using their local wallets—think UPI in India or WeChat Pay in China. Partnering with fintech giants like NPCI, Tencent, and Mercado Pago, this move could finally untangle the messy world of cross-border payments. Even non-PayPal users can receive money. Imagine sending UPI to a U.S. store or paying in China via PayPal—it’s that seamless. With 2 billion users in sight, this could be a game changer. Honestly, it’s about time someone made global payments feel local.

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Microsoft Servers Hit in Global Cyber Espionage Campaign, 100 Orgs Affected

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 by educatekaroin News, Cybersecurity, TechLeave a Comment

A massive cyber espionage attack just exposed a serious flaw in Microsoft’s SharePoint servers, hitting around 100 organizations, mostly in the U.S. and Germany. Dubbed a “zero-day” exploit, the hackers slipped in undetected using a vulnerability Microsoft hadn’t patched yet. Security experts say this could be just the tip of the iceberg, with thousands more servers still at risk. While Microsoft rushed out a fix, experts warn patching alone might not be enough. Google linked the attack to a China-based group, but the full scope remains unclear.

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