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.

OpenAI really makes life easier, says Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Despite these technological constraints, Vaishnaw remains optimistic regarding everyday applications of AI. "OpenAI really makes life easier, in terms of making notes etc.," he said. (Image: X)

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman explore how bold innovation in artificial intelligence can tackle India’s scale challenges and drive cost-effective solutions.

India is our second biggest market: OpenAI’s Sam Altman

SoftBank is expected to contribute 75% of the funding, while the remaining investment will come from Microsoft, Coatue Management, Altimeter Capital, and Thrive Capital, according to a source familiar with the matter.

Sam Altman, in a conversation with Ashwini Vaishnaw, shared insights into the growing importance of India in the global AI landscape.

YouTube advertising revenue clocks $10.47 billion in Q4; Parent-firm Alphabet’s AI investments rise

CEO Neal Mohan confirmed that the service is now the most frequently used destination for listening to podcasts, marking a significant shift in the evolution of the medium.

The company reported slower revenue growth across several key segments, including its search business, YouTube advertising, and services division, when compared to the same period last year.

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.