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IndiaAI mission marks milestone with launch of AIKosha, compute portal, and key initiatives

Among the key initiatives launched were AIKosha: IndiaAI Datasets Platform, the AI Compute Portal, the AI Competency Framework for Public Sector Officials, iGOT-AI Mission Karmayogi, the IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Program with Station F, the IndiaAI Application Development Initiative, and IndiaAI FutureSkills.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils transformative AI infrastructure to propel India’s AI leadership.

IAMAI urges MeitY for 24-month implementation period of DPDPA Rules

Tech giants Google, Meta, YouTube, and Snap have earlier raised similar concerns over the Digital Personal Data Protection Act's restrictions on behavioural tracking.

In its recommendations to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has also highlighted that the Act could hinder the startups and MSMEs because of the financial and technical burden.

No brands, no dreams: Esports for women dead in India

According to industry experts, male players in top-tier esports organizations earn between Rs 2-3 lakhs per month, while their female counterparts are paid a mere Rs 30,000-40,000.

Esports in India has seen a meteoric rise over the past decade, but it has remained largely male-dominated. While various organizations have attempted to foster female participation, their efforts have been short-lived.

Google tests AI-powered search mode to handle complex queries

The experimental feature, powered by Google's latest AI model Gemini 2.0, represents a significant shift in how the search giant envisions the feature of its core product.

New AI Mode uses Google’s Gemini 2.0 to summarize multipart questions, marking a shift in search strategy.

Amazon Ads launches Sponsored TV in India

Sponsored TV campaigns leverage Amazon’s machine learning-powered optimisation models, which are informed by Amazon’s first-party shopping and entertainment signals.

Amazon Ads’ latest service offers brands an efficient and cost-effective way to reach audiences via Amazon’s premium streaming content, starting with Amazon MX Player.

India adds 26 billionaires in a year, ranks 3rd in global billionaire wealth

The report notes that the billionaire landscape is now more global, with new hubs emerging outside the traditional powerhouses.

At the US$ 10+ million level, the US is home to almost 39% of all wealthy individuals globally, nearly twice the level of China.

YouTube crosses 125 million paid subscribers, expands ‘Premium Lite’ tier

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.

The Google-owned video-sharing giant continues its rapid paid subscriber growth, adding 25 million users in just over a year.

Ads on social media platforms driving users to illegal gambling websites: DIF Report

Vaishnaw emphasized that the central government takes prompt action whenever violations come to its notice, ensuring all measures align with the Constitutional framework

Analyzing traffic sources to these platforms revealed that social media contributed 42.8 million visits during the three months.

MeitY to launch AI dataset platform and GPU access portal to boost AI development

IT Agreement carries a significant impact, particularly regarding trade in IT products, digital industrial policy, and the need for flexibility in applying tariffs to regulate imports.

With these efforts, the IndiaAI Mission aims to strengthen India’s AI ecosystem, making AI development more accessible and efficient for startups and researchers.

Maharashtra govt sets up media watchdog, allocates Rs 10 crore

Various professional consulting firms specializing in media monitoring will be engaged to implement and operate the system.

The center will scientifically monitor, analyze, and report news from electronic, social, and digital media, providing real-time updates through dashboards and mobile applications.