TRAI responds to DoT on spectrum sharing recommendations

One of TRAI's primary objectives is to create a fair and equitable environment for all stakeholders in the telecom sector, and audits help ensure that all players are operating under the same rules and regulations.

Considering the request of stakeholders to permit inter-band spectrum sharing and leasing of spectrum in the country, TRAI decided to take up the issues and sent its recommendations to DoT on April 24, 2024.

Schengen, USA and UAE lead as visa applications rise 68% YoY: Atlys

Amidst the excitement of travel planning, many Indians are actively seeking out deals, on accommodation (46%), airfare (39%) and excursions (40%). People's eagerness to secure the best prices online may make them more susceptible to travel scams. (Image source: Unsplash)

Gen Z travellers continue to drive much of this momentum with their preference for experience-led trips, shorter stays, and spontaneity with Indonesia, Egypt, and Japan topping the list of preferred destinations for immersive and purposeful journeys.

Tourists are turning away from the US. Here’s why

The latest forecast from Tourism Economics predicts that foreign traveler arrivals will decline by 5.1 percent in 2025, marking a sharp contrast to the earlier projection of an 8.8 percent increase. (Image: Unsplash)

Foreign visitor arrivals to the US are expected to decline in 2025, as President Trump’s controversial policies, rising tariffs, and a stronger dollar drive a wedge between the country and international travellers.

Customer service crisis: 90% of Indians spend over 4 hours resolving issues in Telecom, e-comm, finance sectors

Indians are becoming less patient and increasingly frustrated with losing time on slow customer services by companies. (Photo: Unsplash)

Indian customers are quick to take action when faced with slow or poor service, with 89% willing to switch to a competitor and 84% leaving negative reviews online or on social media

Microsoft expands AI-powered security with new Security Copilot agents

Microsoft has collaborated with cybersecurity partners to introduce five additional AI security agents. (Photo: Microsoft blogpost)

Microsoft had launched Security Copilot a year ago to help security teams detect, investigate, and respond to threats more efficiently. Now, with the growing complexity of cyberattacks, such as 7,000 password attacks per second, Microsoft has introduced AI agents to enhance cyber defenses.

SEBI mandates identity verification for intermediaries advertising on social media

Referencing a study conducted by Social Media Matters, the petition highlighted that a significant number of young users spend over five hours a day on social media, engaging with content designed to induce addictive behaviours.

SEBI’s directive follows a surge in scams conducted via YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, X, Telegram, and the Google Play Store, where scammers lure investors with false promises and deceptive content.

The Silicon Valleys of the World: Global tech hubs shaping the future

Over time, as the tech industry expanded globally, cities across the world have adopted the "Silicon Valley" moniker to reflect their ambition to become major technology hubs. (Image: LinkedIn)

Silicon Valley, located in the South San Francisco Bay Area of California, is the world’s most renowned technology hub. Here’s a roundup of the most notable regions that have earned the nickname in their respective parts of the world.