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Amazon’s ad revenue surged 18%, reaching $17.3 billion in the fourth quarter

Amazon Fashion sees surge in GenZ shoppers

“When we look back on this quarter several years from now, I suspect what we’ll most remember is the remarkable innovation delivered across all of our businesses,” said Andy Jassy, President and CEO, Amazon.

Google scraps diversity-focused hiring targets for workforce

Under President Donald Trump, corporate diversity efforts were harshly criticized, with Trump himself describing such initiatives as a form of "reverse discrimination."

Google’s parent company abandons its aspirational diversity goals as it re-evaluates DEI initiatives in a climate shaped by political and corporate pressures.

Startup leaders urge OpenAI CEO to slash prices and localize offerings for India

CEO Sam Altman has privately been seeking feedback on the idea, though OpenAI has not officially commented on the report.

During Sam Altman’s visit on February 5, top Indian founders and investors pressed for more affordable API pricing and India-specific tiers, highlighting the need for competitive adjustments.

OpenAI unveils a subtle yet comprehensive rebrand

ChatGPT app witnessed a 28% month-on-month rise in downloads in March 2025

Among the updates is the launch of OpenAI Sans, a custom font designed to reflect the new brand identity.

MIB officials meet Telangana govt, TVAGA to discuss WAVES

MIB officials assured stakeholders that the event dates would be announced within a week.

Storyboard18 was the first to report on the postponement of WAVES, which was initially scheduled to take place in New Delhi from February 5 to February 9, 2025. The event is now expected to be held in Mumbai.

Google ads costs soar: CPCs up 30%-100% across key industries, brands are fighting back

The Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Retail industries, at a 43% adoption rate, utilize AI for content creation and creative optimization, creating a more competitive advertising landscape. (Representational image: Rajeshwar Bachu via Unsplash)

AI is reshaping digital advertising fast. Brands that adapt, automate, and rethink their approach will get the best results, according to experts.

Prasar Bharati’s WAVES OTT collaborates with German Football Association

Leading Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brands Amul and Mondelez are now advertising on Prasar Bharati's over-the-top (OTT) platform, WAVES.

The pubcaster will stream premium German football matches live and free for India’s mobile-first audience.

India can build low-cost AI models just like Chandrayaan, Says Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

India currently lacks dedicated AI laws, but the government is working on guidelines and frameworks to regulate AI-related crimes.

Vaishnaw who was in conversation with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said, “Our country sent a mission to the moon at a fraction of the cost that many other countries did, right? Why can’t we do a model which will be a fraction of the cost that many other countries do?”

Sam Altman clarifies AI cost remarks, says low-cost LLMs are now ‘doable’

India has become OpenAI’s second-largest market, with user numbers tripling in the past year.

Back in 2023, Altman had said that it was “totally hopeless” for smaller teams with limited budgets to compete with OpenAI on training foundation models, a remark that sparked considerable debate in the AI community.

India’s AI influence growing as OpenAI user base triples, says OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

CEO Sam Altman has privately been seeking feedback on the idea, though OpenAI has not officially commented on the report.

“India is a crucial market for OpenAI,” Altman said, highlighting that it is the company’s second-largest market, with user numbers having tripled over the past year.