The hiring landscape in 2024 saw a balance between caution and optimism with an increased focus on strategic hiring.
Hiring for freshers and entry-level roles grew due to rising demand for AI, cloud computing, and data analytics skills.
Krishna Vij from TeamLease Digital commented that the 2024 layoff wave was caused by the global economic climate, automation, and startup funding challenges.
Experts predict stronger hiring in 2025, with a projected 9% growth in hiring.
In 2024, EVs became mainstream, with 1.8 million sold in India by November, but companies faced challenges including high costs and lack of subsidies.
Atheer Energy, Ola Electric, and other EV companies plan to enter public markets.
Indian investors increasingly bet on Bitcoin and altcoins, with a shift toward long-term investment strategies.
CoinDCX reported significant growth in trading volume and assets under management, as well as increasing representation by women.
Telegram surpassed $1 billion in revenue in 2024 and became profitable.
US launched an investigation into Chinese semiconductor production.