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Did you know McDonalds was started on a side hustle?
- McDonalds founder Ray Kroc started the company at age 52, well past middle age.
- Ray Kroc took a solitary hamburger stand in California and turned it into a billion-dollar company in 17 years.
- Today, McDonalds is a publicly traded company with a market cap of over $200 billion and annual revenues of $26 billion.
- The success of McDonalds proves that it all started from a side hustle for Ray Kroc.
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HCLTech Margin Takes A Hit As One-Third Of AI-Focussed Team Remains Underutilised
- HCL Technologies Ltd. faces margin squeeze with one-third of its AI-focussed team underutilized, impacting Q1 margins by 80 basis points.
- The underutilization is attributed to factors like a large ramp-up in March for conversational AI, automotive sector ramp-down, and challenges in redeploying employees.
- Despite the margin challenges, HCL plans to hire more personnel in FY26, especially in specialized roles, to support its AI-led transformation strategy.
- Restructuring efforts are expected to improve margins to the 18–19% range in the future quarters, with an anticipated 100 basis points margin impact in Q2.
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India, New Zealand Begins 2nd Round Of Talks For Proposed Trade Pact
- India and New Zealand have begun the second round of negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement to boost two-way commerce and investments.
- The talks, which will conclude on July 25, resumed after a ten-year gap following the announcement on March 16 this year.
- Challenges in the negotiations include the disparity in tariff structures, with New Zealand having lower average import tariffs compared to India.
- Key exports from India to New Zealand include clothing, fabrics, medicines, agricultural equipment, while imports from New Zealand to India consist of agricultural goods, minerals, and meat products.
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India Witnessed Startup Boom In Last 10 Years; Students Must Focus On Entrepreneurship: Jitendra Singh
- Union Minister Jitendra Singh highlighted the significant growth in startups in India over the past decade, from 350 to nearly 1.75 lakh, creating 17.56 lakh jobs.
- Singh urged students to focus on entrepreneurship and shift from being job seekers to job creators, emphasizing the support available through various startup schemes.
- The creation of the Rs 1 lakh crore National Research Foundation aims to encourage private sector investment in research and development, enhancing the country's research ecosystem.
- Singh mentioned recent reforms to streamline governance, accelerate scientific progress, and position India as a global leader in research and innovation.
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How extensions from Open VSX were used to steal cryptocurrency
- Malicious Open VSX extensions targeted Solidity developers, leading to cryptocurrency theft.
- Extensions lacked useful functionality, acting as fake software, enabling attackers to steal.
- Fake extension outranked real ones due to loopholes in Open VSX ranking algorithm.
- Developers urged to be cautious while installing extensions and monitor for suspicious activity.
- Recommendations include checking developer details and using XDR solutions for monitoring.
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Already Holding Dogecoin (DOGE)? Here Are 2 More Meme Coins to Buy Before They Hit $1 in 2025
- Little Pepe (LILPEPE) offers a novel meme coin on an exclusive blockchain.
- Zero tax trading, anti-bot protections, and low fees attract traders and creators.
- With real utility and strong fundamentals, LILPEPE could potentially stage a 100x rally.
- Turbo (TURBO) emerges as an AI-generated meme coin with growing volume and infrastructure.
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Passed Audit and 13,800% ROI Forecast? Analysts Say Ruvi AI (RUVI) Could Outpace Ripple (XRP) This Cycle
- Ruvi AI (RUVI) emerges as a strong challenger to Ripple (XRP), offering innovative solutions and significant growth potential in the cryptocurrency world.
- Ruvi AI passes a third-party audit and secures a partnership with WEEX Exchange, emphasizing transparency, security, and accessibility for investors.
- During the presale, Ruvi AI raises $2.3 million, sells over 185 million tokens, and attracts 2,200 token holders, setting the stage for a projected impressive ROI and market outperformance.
- Ruvi AI's real-world utility in marketing, entertainment, finance, its VIP investment tiers, and its multi-industry approach position it as a high-growth opportunity, potentially outpacing Ripple.
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Top Crypto Coins to Buy: BlockDAG, SOL, AVAX, ADA Reviewed
- Top crypto coins to buy in 2025 include BlockDAG, Solana, Avalanche, and Cardano, poised for growth.
- BlockDAG leads with U.S. sports partnerships and a large presale. Solana focuses on DeFi with fast, low-cost transactions. Avalanche emphasizes speed and eco-friendly systems. Cardano targets practical blockchain tools for payments and apps.
- BlockDAG's strong presale demand and real-world partnerships make it stand out. Solana excels in DeFi with high-speed transactions. Avalanche attracts developers with flexible chain design. Cardano focuses on scaling and smart contract tools.
- The projects offer potential with prices like BlockDAG at $0.0016, SOL near $140, AVAX around $26, and ADA under $0.40. BlockDAG's partnerships with sports teams are highlighted, while Solana's DeFi growth, Avalanche's developer appeal, and Cardano's real-world uses contribute to their appeal.
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MarkeStac: The Future of Marketing and Sales Automation
- MarkeStac, a HubSpot Platinum Partner in India, is revolutionizing business growth by bridging the gap between marketing strategy and execution.
- With over 300 successful projects and a team of 23+ experts, MarkeStac focuses on automating workflows to address common challenges faced by B2B enterprises and startups.
- Their tailored automated workflows have led to reduced manual tasks, accelerated deal closures, and increased lead-to-customer conversions for businesses, aiding in tapping hidden potential.
- MarkeStac is recognized for its professionalism, exceptional CRM excellence, and client-centric approach, serving businesses across various sectors with end-to-end solutions for Marketing and Sales Automation.
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AI’s fourth wave is here — are enterprises ready for what’s next?
- Emerging tech crucial for business success with next wave imminent.
- Focus on generative AI’s impact on user experience, automation, and platform.
- AGI's potential, human-AI integration, and future tech disruptions discussed.
- AI must prioritize business value and problem-solving for enterprise success.
- AI's future includes robotics, quantum computing, data quality, and enterprise UX advancements.
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Gujarat govt appoints Kerala-cadre IAS officer as new MD &CEO of GIFT City Co.Ltd
- Sanjay Kaul, a Kerala-cadre IAS officer, has been appointed as the new MD & CEO of GIFT City Co. Ltd by the Gujarat government.
- Kaul, a 2001-batch IAS officer, will succeed Tapan Ray for a three-year term and is currently serving as a joint secretary in the Union Ministry of Culture.
- He holds a BE degree in Electronics and Communication and has held various senior positions in finance, ports, energy, and industries departments in the Government of Kerala.
- During Tapan Ray's tenure, GIFT City Company Ltd became a wholly-owned Gujarat government entity, with various government bodies holding stakes, while Ray has been dealing with health issues.
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Apple Faces Calls To Reboot AI Strategy With Shares Slumping
- Investors urge Apple to revamp AI strategy due to share slumps.
- Pressure mounts on Apple to consider big acquisitions and talent pursuit.
- Calls for Apple to enhance AI features amidst stock fall and market challenges.
- Investors seek significant changes in AI approach to boost Apple's performance.
- Analysts suggest bold moves, potential acquisitions, and leadership shake-up for improvement.
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TSX Hits Record High on Technology Boost
- The TSX Composite Index hit a record high, boosted by technology and mining shares while investors monitored the latest U.S. tariff threats against the EU, Mexico, and Canada.
- Canadian dollar slightly strengthened, U.S. President Trump imposed tariffs, excluding goods under the USMCA trade deal, and technology stocks rose with Bitfarms amidst a record-breaking day for bitcoin.
- Industrial stocks like Thomson Reuters reached all-time highs, mining shares also surged, and domestic trade data showed a modest wholesale trade growth in May.
- On Wall Street, stocks were stable despite tariff concerns, with investors anticipating upcoming second-quarter earnings reports and monitoring inflation data this week.
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Hope for Lower Tariffs Moderate Stock Readings
- Stocks were little changed on Monday despite President Trump's threats of high tariffs on more countries over the weekend.
- Investors remained hopeful that the tariffs would be negotiated down, keeping losses in check.
- The Dow Jones Industrials fell slightly while the S&P 500 and NASDAQ Composite saw modest gains at lunchtime.
- Investors are closely watching tariff developments, with a focus on upcoming earnings reports and inflation readings this week.
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Union Minister Gadkari Lays Foundation For Highway Projects Worth Rs 2,042 Crore In Karnataka
- Union Minister Gadkari lays foundation for highway projects worth Rs 2,042 crore in Karnataka.
- Projects aim to reduce travel time and enhance connectivity in the state.
- Focus on completing existing projects and initiating new ones for infrastructure development.
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