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Google launches kid-safe Fitbit Ace LTE watch

Google worked with leading, independent experts in child psychology, public health, privacy and digital wellbeing to design Fitbit Ace LTE.

Fitbit Ace LTE is a new, first-of-its-kind connected smartwatch that transforms exercise into play and safely helps kids lead more active, independent lives, Google said.

Samsung’s Galaxy S24 series dominates GenAI-capable smartphone market in Q1 2024

The premium segment contributed over 70% of GenAI-capable smartphone sales in Q1 2024. Samsung captured the top three spots and contributed 58% to the segment.

GenAI-capable smartphones’ share in global smartphone sales increased to 6% in Q1 2024 from just 1.3% in the previous quarter.

More than 75 games are now available to play directly on YouTube

The new plan allows users to watch most videos ad-free across various content categories like gaming, cooking, comedy, and education, but excludes music videos, Shorts, and background play.

YouTube began its foray into gaming in 2023, offering Playables to YouTube Premium subscribers and marking YouTube’s push into gaming.

We are paranoid as well as excited about AI: Nazara Technologies’ Nitish Mittersain

Nazara is looking at automating product testing through AI stress testing.

Leading gaming, esports and ad tech player, Nazara Technologies has a task force internally that is focusing on many innovative ways of using AI.

Ad tech contributes 9% to Nazara Technologies revenues in FY24

The CEO and joint MD added, "This year, we have arisen successfully between the parent entity and our subsidiaries INR 950 crores of equity capital marking our largest fundraise to date and resulting in a net cash balance of approximately INR 1,450 crores. We took many key initiatives this year."

The company also recently acquired UTP, a casual card game, and NODWIN Gaming has acquired Comic Con India, which is a popular youth IP. In 2024, Nitish Mittersain, CEO and joint MD, said they have taken significant steps to lay a foundation for accelerated growth in coming years.

Mahindra Auto sells 43,218 SUVs, a 31% growth, in May 2024

Veejay Nakra, President, Automotive Division, M&M Ltd., said “We sold a total of 43,218 SUVs in May, a growth of 31% and 71,682 total vehicles, a 17% growth over last year.”

Digital Competition Bill: Bharat Matrimony, Match Group, ShareChat, Hoichoi express divergent view from IAMAI’s submission

The letter argues that through this careful targeting, the government can curb monopolistic practices while ensuring that Indian startups have the freedom to thrive both domestically and internationally.

Four IAMAI members have voiced their dissent to the industry body’s submission of the draft Digital Competition Bill, urging the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to move ahead with ex-ante regulations.

Author: Delshad Irani