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IT Hiring Revives, Sector To Add Up To 3.5 Lakh Jobs In FY25

After a downturn in FY24, the Indian IT sector is set to add around 350,000 jobs in FY25 as demand improves. Nasscom reported only 60,000 new jobs in FY24, down from 270,000 in FY23.
Top IT firms, including TCS, HCL, Infosys, and Wipro, are planning significant hiring, mainly targeting freshers. Freshmen will be prioritized due to economic uncertainties and cost-effective talent needs.
Specialized lateral hires will balance innovation and immediate skill requirements. Demand for roles in data science, AI/ML, cloud, and full-stack development remains high. Generative AI's operational efficiency may reduce future manpower needs.

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WhatsApp And Its Parent Have Not Informed Of Any India Exit Plan: Ashwini Vaishnaw

WhatsApp and its parent company, Meta, have not informed the Indian government about any plans to shut down their services in India, according to I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has confirmed that there have been no notifications from WhatsApp or Meta regarding any exit plans.
WhatsApp had previously stated in court that it would cease operations in India if forced to compromise its message encryption.
Tech companies like Meta, Google, and Microsoft are currently facing regulatory scrutiny in India, with thousands of content take-down requests being issued.

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AWS Women in Tech India: Empowering a New Generation of Innovators

AWS Women in Tech India celebrates and empowers women in the technology industry, driving innovation and transforming industries.
The community highlights achievements of women in tech, provides a supportive network, and offers educational initiatives.
AWS Women in Tech India showcases innovative projects and ideas, believing that diversity leads to groundbreaking solutions.
The community offers mentorship programs, workshops, webinars, networking opportunities, and supportive resources for members.

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Medium

How Short Videos Are Destroying Our Minds

Short videos on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube are having destructive effects on our minds.
The short video feature is particularly addictive for the youth and is diminishing their attention spans.
The constant switch of content in short videos hampers concentration and focus.
The severity of the side effects of short videos on our minds is often overlooked.

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Medium

Can AI Act Like Humans Soon? Let’s Break It Down

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made significant progress in imitating human thinking, emotions, experiences, and knowledge.
However, AI may struggle with understanding the connections between our brains and the universe, which are still mysterious.
AI also faces challenges in capturing the complexities of human emotions, such as sarcasm and gut feelings.
Additionally, AI lacks real self-awareness and introspection, preventing it from fully replicating human consciousness.

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Arstechnica

AI and ML enter motorsports: How GM is using them to win more races

General Motors (GM) is using AI/ML tools to win more races in NASCAR, sportscar racing, and IndyCar.
GM has a strong presence in NASCAR, IndyCar, and sportscar racing with key partnerships and teams running their cars.
Jonathan Bolenbaugh, motorsports analytics leader at GM, highlighted the technical support provided by GM to its partner teams.
GM's AI/ML tools have proven beneficial in enhancing their performance and success in motorsports.

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Engineers create smart valve to boost soft robots’ toughness

Engineers at the University of Sheffield have developed a new type of valve that enhances the resilience of soft robots.
The valve uses air pressure to control fluid flow and has two modes: forward operation mode and reverse operation mode.
In the forward operation mode, the valve can isolate a damaged section of the robot, preventing further damage and allowing the robot to continue working.
The valve is small, lightweight, and can be easily added to existing soft robot designs, making it a promising solution for increasing the toughness of soft robots.

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Apple To Start Manufacturing iPhone 16 Pro, Pro Max Models In India This Year

Apple is set to begin manufacturing iPhone Pro and Pro Max models in India, starting with iPhone 16 series.
Foxconn's facility in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, will handle the production.
This development builds on Apple's existing operations in India, where it assembled $14 Bn worth of iPhones in FY24.
Apple aims to manufacture 25% of all its iPhones in India over the next 3-4 years.

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Spotify Shifts From One-Size-Fits-All to Tailored Plans

Spotify has shifted from a one-size-fits-all approach to offering tailored plans.
The company's second-quarter earnings highlighted accelerated revenue growth and increased user engagement.
Spotify plans to offer a deluxe version of its service with higher quality and more control at a higher price point.
The company continues to invest in its subscription business and aims to expand its user base through podcasts and promotional campaigns.

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ONDC Crosses 5.7 Lakh Sellers And Service Providers On Its Platform: MoS IT

The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) now has more than 5.7 Lakh sellers and service providers on its platform.
ONDC has witnessed rapid expansion, growing from over 1,000 transactions in January 2023 to more than 9.9 Mn transactions in June 2024.
ONDC is actively collaborating with various departments and has signed MoUs with 11 states, onboarded 11 State Emporiums, and integrated 31 state entities and PSUs.
ONDC aims to democratize ecommerce in India and has partnered with companies like Delhivery, Paytm, PhonePe, Uber, IDFC Bank, and others.

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Gas Station Employee Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Winning $1M Lottery Scratch-Off Ticket

An employee at a gas station in Tennessee has been arrested for allegedly stealing a winning $1 million lottery scratch-off ticket from a customer.
Meet Patel, the accused employee, kept the ticket after finding out it was a winner, while the customer was unaware of their win.
Patel was caught on surveillance video throwing the ticket in the garbage and later celebrating after realizing it was a $1 million winner.
He attempted to claim the prize but was flagged by lottery officials, resulting in his arrest and a charge of theft over $250,000.

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MrBeast Has Hired An Investigator To Look Into Grooming Allegations Against Ex-Co-Host Ava Kris Tyson

MrBeast, popular YouTube personality, has hired an investigator to look into grooming allegations against former co-host Ava Kris Tyson.
Tyson, who has been accused of inappropriate comments and jokes, has stepped away from the channel and social media.
Allegations stem from interactions on a Discord server where Tyson had communication with fans, including a minor named LavaGS.
LavaGS, who defended Tyson initially, now supports MrBeast's actions and believes further investigation is needed.

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TechCrunch

Apple reports iCloud Private Relay global outages for some users

Apple's iCloud Private Relay has experienced outages affecting major markets.
The outages are restricting users from accessing web services and apps that use internet connectivity.
The service has been slow or unavailable, impacting iCloud+ subscribers.
Users can temporarily switch off the service in their iCloud settings.

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Microsoft is working on tighter security measures for Windows after the CrowdStrike disaster

Microsoft is focusing on tighter security measures for Windows following the CrowdStrike incident.
The incident highlighted the need for improved resilience and security in the Windows ecosystem.
Microsoft plans to make accessing the Windows kernel more challenging to enhance OS security.
Security innovations include features like VBS enclaves and the Microsoft Azure Attestation service.

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New Model Llama 3.1 and the future of AI in open source.

Meta has released Llama 3.1, the latest version of their large-scale language model.
Llama 3.1 features three models: 405B, 70B, and 8B, with 405B being the most powerful.
The improvements include expanded context length, improved data quality, and reduced computing requirements.
Llama 3.1 can be used in various applications and is accessible for researchers and developers.

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