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ONDC Plans Fresh Subsidy Push To Tap Food Delivery Customers: Report
- The ONDC is planning to provide subsidies of INR 100-150 Cr to food delivery companies on its network to boost orders for restaurants.
- The incentives, expected to result in 80-100 Mn additional orders, are being finalized after discussions with representatives of ONDC, restaurants, and delivery firms.
- The move will enable firms like Magicpin, Paytm, Ola Consumer, and Waayu to offer discounts using these subsidies.
- This initiative comes after ONDC previously reduced incentives for network participants to prevent dominance by a few large players and aims to empower small merchants to compete with major e-commerce platforms.
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ModRetro Chromatic is now permanently available
- The ModRetro Chromatic is now permanently available in two options, the Gorilla option priced at $199.99 and the Sapphire option at $299.99.
- The Sapphire option, which is more expensive, utilizes a material not commonly used for displays, potentially contributing to the higher price along with ongoing tariff situations.
- The rest of the Chromatic features remain the same, including a magnesium alloy case and pixel-perfect IPS display.
- While the device is associated with Palmer Luckey, known for Oculus Rift and controversial ties, it remains available for purchase, offering a good handheld option amidst other alternatives in the market.
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Kakinada SEZ to invest ₹1,310 crore to set up desalination plant in Andhra Pradesh
- Kakinada SEZ plans to invest ₹1,310 crore to establish a desalination plant in Andhra Pradesh, with approval from an Expert Appraisal Committee.
- The desalination plant will have seawater intake pipelines drawing 380 MLD, distributing product water to industries and port through pipelines, and an outfall pipeline for brine rejects into the sea.
- Conditions for Coastal Regulation Zone clearance include developing a prototype for brine discharge reuse, funding for research, and earmarking ₹10 crore for environmental measures.
- The project aims to reduce freshwater load in neighboring areas by using desalination water and minimizing groundwater extraction, with any project scope changes requiring fresh appraisal.
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iPhone 17e Price Likely Around Rs 65,000, Launching Sooner Than Expected
- Apple is reportedly planning to launch the iPhone 17e earlier than expected in early 2026, following an annual upgrade cycle for its low-cost iPhone lineup.
- The iPhone 17e, replacing the 16e model, is expected to launch in February 2026, as per Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, deviating from Ming-Chi Kuo's earlier prediction of a May 2026 release.
- The iPhone 17e is likely to maintain features like a 6.1-inch OLED display, USB-C port, and be powered by the A19 chip, with an expected price around Rs 64,990 in India.
- Apple is anticipated to continue the 'e' lineup with a third-generation model expected in the spring of 2027, further solidifying its commitment to annual refresh cycles for budget-friendly iPhones.
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Chinese censorship-busters claim Tencent is trying to kill its WeChat archive
- GreatFire.org accuses Singapore infosec outfit Group-IB of assisting Tencent in shutting down FreeWeChat.com, an archive of censored material from Chinese websites.
- Tencent, through Group-IB, alleged trademark and copyright infringement, cybersquatting, and unfair competition against FreeWeChat.com, leading to its hosting provider complying with a takedown request.
- GreatFire.org refuted Tencent's claims on legal and factual grounds but still had its host comply, suggesting an attempt to silence a watchdog.
- The incident underscores the battle against censorship and attempts to stifle online content critical of Chinese authorities, with GreatFire.org seeking alternative hosting arrangements to continue its work.
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Ram looking to take on Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux directly with ladder-frame dual-cab ute – report
- Ram is reportedly planning to introduce a new pickup truck in 2027, positioned below the 1500 model, to directly compete with popular models like Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux in Australia.
- The upcoming Ram ute will feature a body-on-frame construction, unlike its current car-based unibody dual-cab model, and will be exclusively offered in dual-cab guise.
- The smaller Ram truck, serving as a replacement for the Dakota, will enter production at Stellantis’ Belvidere plant in Illinois and is expected to rival the Ford Ranger in the US market.
- There have been previous hints at a unibody pickup for the Ram range and talks of a global mid-size pickup for several years, indicating Ram's strategic move in expanding its pickup lineup.
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Goutham Sunkara on Securing Cisco ISR Routers: Balancing Performance and Security in SD-WAN Deployments
- Goutham Sunkara, a former Cisco Systems Software Engineer III, worked on securing Cisco ISR routers for SD-WAN deployments.
- Sunkara's focus was on testing and improving SD-WAN features like IPsec, MPLS, and DMVPN to ensure data security and network performance.
- He automated testing using Python scripts and Cisco's PyATS tool, assessing firewall rules, VPN security, and network protocols.
- Sunkara's work emphasized designing secure test environments mirroring real-world SD-WAN deployments, collaborating cross-functionally for enhanced security and performance.
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Exclusive: Shaadi.com Enters Spiritual Tech Segment By Launching AstroChat
- People Group, the parent company of Shaadi.com, has ventured into the spiritual tech sector with the launch of AstroChat.
- AstroChat offers astrologer consultations, horoscope readings, kundali matching, and panchang information. It claims to have over 250 verified astrologers and served more than 1 Lakh customers since its inception in November 2024.
- The Indian spiritual and religious market is valued at $58.6 billion and is growing at a CAGR of 10%, expected to surpass $150 billion by 2034.
- While the spiritual tech industry is booming in India, the launch of AstroChat by People Group aims to tap into this growing market, potentially competing with existing players like Astrotalk, InstaAstro, AstroSure, and Astroyogi.
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XRP Price Forecast 2025: Can It Smash the $5 Barrier?
- XRP surged to $2.58 with a 6.46% gain and $152.53 billion market cap, showing strong investor interest.
- Technical analysis suggests that a breakout above $2.60 could lead to a rally to $5 or higher by 2025.
- Analysts predict Ripple's price may reach between $5 and $8 by the end of 2025, driven by institutional purchases and partnerships.
- XRP has shown an upward trend fueled by optimism around NYSE Arca's application for Grayscale’s XRP ETF. Experts anticipate the potential for XRP to hit $5 by the end of 2025.
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Nifty Bank Prediction Today – July 11, 2025: Likely to fall more. Go short
- Nifty Bank index is bearish with expectations of falling to 56,600 initially and potentially lower to 56,600 and 56,500 in upcoming sessions.
- Immediate resistance stands at 56,850, with a crucial support zone at 57,000-57,100. A positive sentiment shift requires a strong rise above 57,100, which appears unlikely currently.
- Nifty Bank July Futures are down 0.43% at 56,925, with a bearish outlook targeting a decline to 56,700-56,650 unless a significant rise above 57,050 occurs.
- Traders are advised to go short at 56,925, adding more shorts at 56,985, setting a stop-loss at 57,085, and exiting the shorts at 56,720. Supports are at 56,700 and 56,650, while resistances lie at 57,050 and 57,150.
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Grok 4 is highly biased, don’t use it
- Elon Musk released Grok 4, which is being praised as a revolutionary advancement, but critics claim it is biased, unfair, and unsafe.
- DeepSeek, a similar AI, was criticized for bias towards China earlier this year, avoiding controversial topics involving China and favoring its viewpoint.
- A sexually explicit and highly inappropriate thread referencing Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X, was found on the platform, raising concerns about the disturbing content.
- Critics are alarmed that Grok 4, developed by a billion-dollar company, may propagate biased and dehumanizing content to a wide audience, including children, educators, journalists, and the general public.
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Bybit Refreshes Brand With #IMakeIt, Promising Simpler, More Inclusive Trading
- Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has introduced #IMakeIt campaign to empower its 70 million users by offering a more inclusive and simpler trading experience.
- The campaign focuses on creating a new visual identity centered around the letter 'I' to emphasize inclusivity and openness in trading on the platform.
- Bybit aims to bridge traditional and decentralized finance, providing users with more opportunities to shape their financial future and dissolve boundaries in finance.
- The rebranding efforts include an updated app interface, regional launches, and a commitment to transparency and user empowerment in reshaping the global financial landscape.
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Google Brain founder Andrew Ng says AGI is overhyped
- Google Brain founder Andrew Ng believes that artificial general intelligence (AGI) is overhyped and that humans will still have work to do in partnership with AI systems.
- AGI refers to AI systems with human-level cognitive abilities, allowing them to learn and apply knowledge like people.
- Ng expressed his views during a talk at Y Combinator, emphasizing the importance of humans both developing AI tools and mastering their use.
- Other AI experts, including Yann LeCun, Demis Hassabis, and Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, have also commented on the exaggerated fears and expectations surrounding AGI.
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Why the Ethereum Foundation Sold 1,210 ETH Today?
- The Ethereum Foundation sold 1,210 ETH for approximately $3.5 million in USDC via Uniswap V4, averaging $2,889.50 per ETH.
- The sale aligns with the Foundation's strategic asset management practices rather than being a panic move, supporting operational expenses transparently.
- While the Foundation is selling ETH, whales and institutional wallets are heavily accumulating it, with over $358 million in ETH acquired in the past 24 hours.
- Despite the Ethereum network's increased usage and higher TVL, demand for ETH hasn't surged, leading to a drop in network fees and potentially influencing the Foundation's decision to sell.
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DIY Navigation System Floats this Boat
- Tom has implemented a DIY navigation system on his catamaran, the SeaHorse, using a Raspberry Pi as the back end.
- The Raspberry Pi is housed in a waterproof box with a silicone gasket to protect it from salt water, and the CPU is under-clocked to reduce heat generation and power consumption.
- Tom uses obsolescent phones and a repurposed laptop screen as display surfaces for his navdesk, which provides access to various data including weather forecasts, maps, GPS, depth, and speed over ground.
- The system integrates a software-defined radio and a reprogrammed buoy transmitter to enhance functionalities, with OpenCPN serving as the primary navigational platform.
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