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India to launch its own web browser as Zoho wins Indigenous Development Challenge

The upcoming browser is designed to be compatible across multiple platforms, including iOS, Windows, and Android, ensuring a seamless and secure experience for users. (Photo: Unsplash)

Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasized that the initiative marks a shift towards a more inclusive approach to innovation, involving startups, academia, and researchers.

India’s Got Latent controversy: Samay Raina faces fresh summons from Cyber Cell

The controversy erupted after Ranveer Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, made inappropriate remarks to a contestant on the show.

Google and Apple face EU crackdown over competition breaches

The lawsuit, which was initially filed in 2011, claims that Google violated California's Unfair Competition law by charging advertisers for clicks on ads shown outside the geographic regions they selected.

Google faces two charges under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which aims to curb the power of dominant tech companies.

Apple loses bid to escape German antitrust oversight

Apple’s legal setback comes amid broader resistance from major US tech firms against increased European regulatory measures.

Germany’s top civil court has ruled against Apple, supporting the country’s antitrust watchdog’s decision to impose tighter scrutiny on the tech giant and other US-based firms operating in digital markets.

Sunita Williams returns to Earth; ISRO keen to tap her space expertise

Sunita Williams was aboard Boeing’s Starliner, a spacecraft meant to showcase Boeing’s entry into human spaceflight.

In a personal statement, ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan expressed interest in leveraging Williams’ vast experience in space missions to support India’s advancements in space research.

ANI alleges ChatGPT of crawling subscriber content in copyright dispute

The findings have sparked further conversation around the psychological effects of AI chatbots, particularly those designed with an emphasis on virtual companionship.

ANI has alleged that ChatGPT has been illegally using its copyrighted content, including articles directly sourced from ANI’s website and content shared with its subscribers.

Siemens announces major job cuts in automation, EV charging businesses amid weak demand

The company highlighted that competitive pressures and reduced orders have significantly impacted its industrial automation business over the last two years.

The automation business, employing around 68,000 workers, has been hit hard by weak demand in China.

BSNL to begin 4G-to-5G upgrade in June, boosting India’s telecom push

The collaboration aims to redefine digital entertainment for millions, offering an integrated solution combining high-speed broadband with IPTV services.

BSNL has already installed 89,000 out of the planned 100,000 sites, with 72,000 fully commissioned.

Karnataka unveils India’s first industry-led digital detox initiative

Launched by Karnataka’s IT & BT Minister Priyank Kharge at GAFX 2025, the initiative seeks to raise awareness about excessive digital consumption and integrate digital wellness into mainstream healthcare.

Competition Commission of India’s market study on AI report to be released in June 2025

Leniency programs reduce fines or offer immunity to the first cartel member who cooperates with authorities, thereby destabilizing the cartel's secrecy.

Competition Commission of India selected Management Development Institute Society to conduct the Market Study on Artificial Intelligence and Competition. The agreement between the two was signed in September, last year.