Category: Digital

MIB launches TruthTell Hackathon to combat misinformation in live broadcasts

The initiative is supported by prominent organizations such as the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), IndiaAI Mission, and DataLEADS.

The TruthTell Hackathon invites developers, data scientists and media professionals from across the globe to create AI-powered solutions aimed at real-time detection and verification of misinformation in live broadcasting.

RPSG Lifestyle Media’s Avarna Jain to launch American luxury-lifestyle magazine Robb Report in India

When asked how Indians are redefining luxury, Avarna Jain emphasizes that one key way they are doing so is by embracing their own heritage — no longer seeking validation from the West.

In an interview with Storyboard18, Avarna Jain, Chairperson of RPSG Lifestyle Media, shared her vision of positioning RPSG Lifestyle Media as the definitive authority on luxury and lifestyle. In discussing the curation of experiences for the Robb Report, Jain also delved into the broader conversation surrounding the evolving landscape of luxury consumption in India.

American entrepreneur Bryan Johnson leaves Nikhil Kamath’s podcast midway. Here’s why

By his third day in India, Bryan Johnson reported experiencing tangible effects of the pollution. “The air pollution had made my skin break out in rash and my eyes and throat burn,” he revealed. (L-R: Bryan Johnson, Nikhil Kamath)

Bryan Johnson participated in Nikhil Kamath’s podcast on longevity and health, only to ironically exit midway because of India’s poor air quality.

Microsoft implements instant layoffs with no severance for departing staff

Since Satya Nadella’s appointment in 2014, the company has repeatedly restructured its workforce, including a major cut of approximately 18,000 employees that year, another round of 10,000 layoffs in 2023, and targeted reductions in its gaming and Mixed Reality organizations in recent years. (Image: CNBC-TV18)

Tech giant’s new performance management policy results in swift terminations without severance, as it tightens standards amid a competitive tech landscape.

Perplexity AI pursues TikTok US in bold bid for American ownership

The proposed deal, reportedly submitted to TikTok's parent company ByteDance in January, envisions the creation of a combined entity that would unite TikTok US with Perplexity's innovative AI-driven search engine.

For Perplexity, the deal represents more than just a high-stakes acquisition; it is a strategic push to challenge search engine giant Google.

Finfluencers face 60% decline in brand deal rates, drop in followers as SEBI tightens rules

Finfluencers will face a massive revenue drop as brand deals evaporate, as firms will no longer risk collaborations that could land them in non-compliance with SEBI’s circular, say experts. (Representative Image: Mark Duffel via Unsplash)

SEBI’s latest move to prohibit financial influencers from using trend data to make predictions would lead to a significant drop in brand deals from brokerage firms and investment platforms. However, improvements in disclosures, reduced deceptive practices, and better measurability in influencer marketing are expected.

WinZO vs Zupee case: Microsoft willing to share data, says no need for impleadment: EXCLUSIVE

The defendants allegedly leveraged Microsoft Teams' "Guest" feature to mask identities while attempting to solicit sensitive business data.

WinZO had earlier sought permission from the Delhi High Court to seek critical information from Microsoft as part of its ongoing legal battle against Zupee and associated entities, including Data Empiric and FutureMinds Consulting.

Sam Altman to meet PM Modi to advocate for OpenAI’s technologies

Sam Altman stated that India is "a very important market for AI," ranking as OpenAI's second-largest market.

OpenAI CEO’s visit highlights India’s exploration of global AI partnerships amidst local innovation efforts. MeitY’s S. Krishnan emphasizes the government’s preference for open-source models while engaging with OpenAI.

Private firms now allowed to use Aadhaar for authentication

This move will allow private companies to use Aadhaar authentication for specific purposes, such as promoting innovation and improving access to services.

This move will allow private companies to use Aadhaar authentication for specific purposes, such as promoting innovation and improving access to services.

India’s AI adoption rate highest globally, professionals prioritize AI skills for career success: Study

This session will lead the discussion on the impact of AI-powered algorithms on news consumption and platform prioritization; the influence of AI on revenue models, personalized ad targeting and content recommendation systems.

According to Emeritus Global Workplace Skills Study 2025, 94 percent of Indian professionals believe that mastering AI skills will accelerate their career growth