Author: Sakina Kheriwala

Intel appoints Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO

Lip-Bu Tan previously served as CEO of Cadence Design Systems from 2009 to 2021, spearheading a cultural and business transformation that resulted in a 3,200% increase in stock price appreciation and significant revenue growth. (Image: Intel)

Veteran semiconductor leader to take the helm on March 18, succeeding interim Co-CEOs.

Meta and Google clash over new child safety law on app downloads

The law shifts the responsibility of age verification from individual apps to the app stores, such as Google Play and Apple's App Store.

Utah has become the first state to pass a law enforcing Meta’s proposed approach, with other states now considering similar regulations. The legislation is backed by Meta, Snap, and X, who argue it gives parents more control over their children’s digital habits.

Zomato’s ‘Food Rescue’ initiative saves 150,000 meals monthly: CEO Deepinder Goyal

The confidentiality ring, introduced in 2022, allows access to sensitive information between involved parties to ensure a fair defence.

The feature, launched in November 2024, enables users to purchase canceled orders at discounted rates, cutting down on food wastage.

Quick commerce surges to dominate e-grocery market, accounting for 70-75% of orders: Report

As the express logistics sector evolves, leading e-commerce companies are adapting their strategies to keep pace with demand.

Quick commerce has transformed the online grocery market, now accounting for 70-75% of total e-grocery orders—an impressive jump from 35% in 2022. This surge is driven by efficient execution, rising consumer incomes, a broader product selection, and increasing demand for convenience.

South Korea’s Kia denies endorsing anti-Musk ad campaign as protests against Tesla surge

The controversial ad, which appeared on Kia Norway's social media accounts, showcased the company's new EV3 electric car with a message implying dissatisfaction with Musk's recent political activities.

The automaker clarifies that the controversial advertisement was a local initiative and not approved by Kia Corporation.

Nissan appoints Ivan Espinosa as CEO amid leadership shake-up

Ivan Espinosa's appointment comes less than a year after he assumed his current role as Chief Planning Officer in April 2024, a position he took as part of a corporate shake-up aimed at accelerating Nissan’s shift to electric vehicles (EVs).

Ivan Espinosa to succeed Makoto Uchida as latter struggles with performance and failed Honda talks.

India’s foreign tourism arrivals soar by 124% in 2023, reaching 1.92 crore visitors

The country welcomed 1.92 crore international visitors, a substantial jump from 85 lakh tourists in 2022, highlighting a strong post-pandemic recovery.

Several states, including Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal, emerged as leading destinations for international tourists.