Tag: Technology

Meta considers introducing ad-free plan in India in 2024

Facebook daily active users were 2.11 billion on average for December 2023, an increase of 6 percent YoY and monthly active users (MAUs) were 3.07 billion as of December 31, 2023, an increase of 3 percent YoY. (Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

This consideration is followed after discussions to initiate a similar plan in the European Union (EU) to arrange in line privacy regulations there.

Muzaffarnagar teacher viral video: MeitY, MIB send blocking orders to X, formerly Twitter

"We filed RTI requests with MeitY and MIB inquiring about tweets covering the Tripta Tyagi misconduct (teacher in Muzaffarnagar, UP) being withheld, which have now been rejected by both Ministries. Except that, both Ministries admitted to ordering censorship," IFF said. (Image source: @CNN-News18 via YouTube)

The viral video from Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh showcased a teacher showering communal remarks on a seven-year-old Muslim student and goading his classmates to thrash him. A case has been booked against the teacher.

Meta to lay off employees from Reality Labs division: Reports

Facebook daily active users were 2.11 billion on average for December 2023, an increase of 6 percent YoY and monthly active users (MAUs) were 3.07 billion as of December 31, 2023, an increase of 3 percent YoY. (Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

On 3rd October, employees were informed of the layoffs in a post on Meta’s internal discussion forum Workplace. The post revealed that they would be notified about their status with the company by early Wednesday morning.

Meta to introduce Meta Verified, WhatsApp flows and support UPI apps in India

Facebook daily active users were 2.11 billion on average for December 2023, an increase of 6 percent YoY and monthly active users (MAUs) were 3.07 billion as of December 31, 2023, an increase of 3 percent YoY. (Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

Mark Zuckerberg said that India is leading the world in terms of how people and businesses have embraced messaging as the better way to get things done.

GenAI triggers sensory associations; brands can evoke powerful emotions and memories: Arjit Sachdeva

Google is addressing Advancing AI responsibly by striking a balance between maximizing its positive impact and addressing its potential risks.(Representational image by Jeffrey Ho via Unsplash)

Arjit Sachdeva, co-founder of VDO.AI says that AI-powered gamification is another transformative aspect of generative AI in advertising. It injects a dynamic layer of engagement and interactivity into brand experiences, turning passive viewers into active participants.

Accenture invests in generative AI enabler Writer

Accenture announced in June 2023 that the company would invest $3 billion in its Data & AI practice to help clients across all industries rapidly and responsibly advance and use AI to achieve greater growth, efficiency and resilience.(Representational image by Phillip Glickman via Unsplash)

Writer is designed to help organizations deploy AI-driven applications that can increase productivity and drive significant business impact across enterprise functions including support, operations, product, sales, HR, marketing, and more.

Connected cars witness widespread adoption; likely to account for more than half of PV market in 2023

The unique visuals, inspired by Hollywood horror movies, shed light on how EcoCare solves problems and removes the stress caused by poor maintenance strategies and lack of expert support. (Representative image via Shutterstock)

With consumers increasingly opting for technology-equipped cars, all major carmakers in India are redrawing their strategies by rolling out models loaded with hi-tech features.

Generative AI poised to impact labour markets significantly: World Economic Forum

According to ‘Win with Conversations’, a report Meta launched with Bain & Company, 70 percent of surveyed large enterprises are already engaging with half of their customer base using conversational platforms. (Representative image by Andrea De Santis via Unsplash)

As per World Economic Foum, 19,000 distinct tasks across 867 different occupations likely to be impacted by LLMs. The industries with the highest estimates of overall potential exposure – both in automation and augmentation – are financial services and capital markets, along with insurance and pension management.