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Left-leaning influencers embrace Bluesky without abandoning X, Pew says
- A new analysis from Pew Research Center shows that 43% of left-leaning social media influencers have embraced Bluesky, with 51% of the accounts being created after the 2024 presidential election.
- In contrast, only 15% of conservative influencers have transitioned to Bluesky, indicating a significant divide between left and right-leaning accounts.
- Most left-leaning influencers (87%) haven't abandoned X (formerly Twitter) despite engaging with Bluesky, with the majority posting more regularly on X than on Bluesky.
- Bluesky activity is on the rise, as the number of influencers actively posting on the platform increased from 54% in January to 66% in March.
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NAACP calls on officials to halt operations at xAI’s ‘dirty data center’ in Memphis
- The NAACP has called for halting operations at xAI's 'dirty data center' in Memphis citing concerns over emissions from gas turbines exceeding EPA limits.
- Leaders from the civil rights group criticized the organizations for a lackadaisical approach and urged them to issue an emergency order to stop operations or enforce clean air laws.
- The NAACP highlighted that xAI has operated gas turbines without proper permitting, emitting hazardous air pollutants like formaldehyde and nitrogen-oxide in a historically Black community area.
- The letter addressed to local officials emphasized the need to protect the community's health, particularly in an area where cancer risks are already four times the national average.
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How to Build and Run a Smart Chatbot on Facebook Messenger for Your Side Hustle or Startup
- Facebook Messenger chatbots are highly effective with over 1.3 billion users and open rates up to 88%.
- To build a chatbot: Set up a Facebook Business Page, choose between no-code builders or custom chatbots, and monetize through product offers and automating sales funnels.
- No-code chatbot builders like ManyChat and Chatfuel are great for quick launches while custom chatbots with code offer more control for complex conversations.
- Tips for better engagement include using conversational language, relevant keywords, and showcasing ready-made chatbot tools and flows.
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Inside Orange DAO: How a Community of Founders Is Fueling the Next Wave of Web3 Innovation
- Orange DAO, founded by Y Combinator alumni, takes a decentralized approach to venture funding in the Web3 ecosystem.
- The organization aims to empower Web3 entrepreneurs through funding, mentorship, and a network of experienced founders.
- Orange DAO stands out for its founder-led, decentralized structure and focus on Web3 and DAO models.
- The application process involves submission, review, screening, and interview for startups focusing on Web3 innovation.
- Members actively participate in decision-making, mentorship, and funding initiatives within Orange DAO.
- Orange DAO has acquired Launchcaster and made investments in companies like Lantern Finance and Acre in the crypto space.
- Government actions like the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve and White House Crypto Summit could impact crypto innovation positively but pose regulatory risks.
- For organizations like Orange DAO, staying engaged with policymakers will be crucial in navigating regulatory challenges in the crypto space.
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Wallet Wars: Exodus Unveils Direct Crypto Buying with Coinme Crypto-as-a-Service
- Exodus introduces XO Pay, enabling direct crypto purchases within their U.S. mobile wallet without leaving the app.
- This feature is made possible through a partnership with Coinme Crypto-as-a-Service, offering seamless integration of payment options like Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
- Exodus aims to enhance accessibility to cryptocurrencies by simplifying the purchasing process and maintaining user self-custody of assets.
- The collaboration signifies a trend in Web3 where wallet providers leverage external infrastructure for features like KYC and payment processing to focus on user experience and faster product development.
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From Vision to Code: How I’m Building Orbeato to Modernize Education with AI
- Keshav Kushwaha, a developer and founder of Enthrox, is building Orbeato, an AI chatbot to modernize education by providing student-focused learning solutions.
- Orbeato is a virtual learning companion that answers questions clearly, explains complex topics, and adapts to students' needs, using advanced AI and natural language models.
- The tech stack behind Orbeato includes React (Next.js) for the frontend, Node.js with Google Gemini API for the backend, and Supabase for the database.
- Enthrox's vision includes expanding Orbeato for schools, creating personalized learning paths, offering offline support, and building an integrated ecosystem for education.
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Insurance SaaS platform Heph partners with NBFC firm Capri Global
- Capri Global Capital Ltd partners with insurance tech platform Heph to embed insurance products within its lending infrastructure.
- The partnership allows Capri to offer health, life, and motor insurance tailored to customer profiles directly from its digital lending platform.
- The integration of Heph's platform has reduced insurance policy issuance time by up to 80% and aims to automate claims and compliance workflows for Capri Loans.
- Capri Loans, with an AUM of over Rs 20,000 crore and presence across 19 Indian states, leverages Heph's technology stack to enhance customer experience and drive growth in the insurance vertical.
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How Google Is Helping AI Startups Scale in India
- Google has heavily invested in the Indian tech startup ecosystem, supporting them through its Google for Startups Accelerator program.
- In 2024, Google announced plans to train 10,000 AI startups in India through a partnership with MeitY Startup Hub.
- Google's accelerator program supports over 1,500 startups globally, including 250 from India, selecting startups based on adding value at their specific stage.
- Google provides equity-free mentorship to startups, focusing on technical assistance and engineering support that venture capitalists typically cannot provide.
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🛠️ Build Tools, Not Startups (At First)
- Dev Resources offers a collection of over 1000+ developer tools and tutorials.
- Building tools is emphasized over starting startups initially, focusing on creating useful tools that solve a specific pain point.
- Great tools are highlighted as being smaller, simpler, and faster to develop compared to full-fledged startups.
- By identifying common annoyances, repetitive tasks, and areas for improvement, developers can develop sellable tools efficiently.
- Suggestions for simple tools include Markdown Email Previewer, API Rate Limit Tester, JSON-to-TypeScript Types Generator, GitHub Repo Insights, and Color Palette Diff Tool.
- Various platforms like Gumroad, Ko-fi, Lemonsqueezy, GitHub, and Dev.to are listed as avenues for selling dev tools.
- Real examples of successful dev tools that generate income are provided, showcasing the profitability of simple yet useful tools.
- The action plan involves identifying pain points, building tools, launching with proof, monetizing later, and repeating the process to create income streams.
- The article emphasizes the concept that a tool is more feasible than a startup initially, as tools ask for focus and reward shipping.
- Readers are encouraged to share the simplest tool they wish someone else built or a tool they created that others found useful.
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VerSe Innovation allegedly billed Builder.ai without services; Indian company denies claims
- Bengaluru-based VerSe Innovation and London-based Builder.ai allegedly inflated revenue by issuing invoices to each other without providing services, as per a Bloomberg report.
- VerSe Innovation denied the allegations, stating that the invoiced amount accounted for as revenue was against actual services rendered to Builder.ai.
- VerSe explained that Builder.ai provided cloud compute services amounting to $80 million, while Builder.ai availed advertising services from VerSe for around $50 million.
- VerSe Innovation recently raised about $1.5 billion in capital from notable investors, while Builder.ai filed for bankruptcy after overstating sales figures.
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Govt selects 3 more startups—Soket AI Labs, Gnani AI, and Gan AI— to build LLMs under India AI Mission
- India has selected three more startups - Soket AI, Gan AI, and Gnani AI to build home-grown AI foundational models.
- Soket AI will develop a 120 billion parameters foundation model focused on linguistic diversity in sectors like healthcare, defence, and education.
- Gan AI will create a 70 billion parameters multilingual foundation model to surpass current global capabilities.
- Gnani AI will construct a 14 billion parameter Voice AI foundation model for real-time speech processing with advanced reasoning.
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Korean-inspired fashion accessories brand Estailo raises Rs 75 lakh from Wolfpack Labs
- Estailo, a Korean-inspired D2C fashion accessories startup, has raised Rs 75 lakh in seed funding from Wolfpack Labs to expand its digital and retail footprint in India.
- The brand targets young, style-conscious consumers with trend-led and affordable accessories, processing over 1,500 orders daily and experiencing a 100% increase in revenue post-fundraise.
- Estailo operates with a 70-member team, predominantly women, focusing on creativity and customer empathy. Wolfpack Labs has aided in strengthening the startup's operational back-end.
- The startup plans to scale across cities and quick commerce platforms, emphasizing creativity, accessibility, and sustainable growth while exploring newer sales channels and offline expansion.
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Day 3 of the TechCrunch Sessions: AI Trivia Countdown — Your next shot at winning big
- TechCrunch Sessions: AI is hosting Day 3 of AI trivia at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall on June 5.
- Participants have the chance to win two tickets for just $200 by answering AI-focused trivia questions before June 4.
- To join the trivia, participants need to fill out a form and wait for the code if they win.
- The event offers a discounted ticket to TC Sessions: AI and an opportunity to exhibit for interested parties.
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Serious About AI? The conversations that count start in 5 days at TechCrunch Sessions: AI
- TechCrunch Sessions: AI summit at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall in 5 days focuses on real insights and cutting through the noise of AI conversation.
- Speaker lineup includes top figures from OpenAI, Google DeepMind, Amazon, and Anthropic, along with investors from Khosla Ventures, Accel, Felicis, etc., providing diverse perspectives on AI.
- Event offers main stage presentations and breakout sessions for in-depth discussions, networking, and opportunities to engage with industry leaders.
- Attendees can save $300 on tickets until June 4 and avail of discounts on second tickets, with special offers for participating in AI trivia ahead of the summit on June 5.
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EaseMyTrip reports 15% decline in revenue to Rs 139.5 crore in Q4FY25
- EaseMyTrip reported a 15% decline in revenue to Rs 139.5 crore in the fourth quarter of FY25, with gross booking revenue at Rs 2,192.7 crore.
- Profit before tax in Q4FY25 was Rs 12 crore, compared to a loss of Rs 17 crore in the same period last year. Total expenses increased by 12% to Rs 131 crore.
- The company's EBITDA margin expanded significantly to 26.7% and total comprehensive income for the year reached Rs 117.1 crore.
- EaseMyTrip focused on international expansion, diversification into non-air services, and sustainability initiatives, including new verticals like EasyVijay and EasyDarshan.
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