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Brake problems in GM EVs draw greater federal scrutiny

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The NHTSA has upgraded its investigation into General Motors' eBoost brake-by-wire system to an engineering analysis, the agency's highest probe level. Affecting over one million electric and non-electric vehicles, including the Cadillac Lyriq and Blazer EV, the issue involves potential losses of braking assistance. With reports of over 20 crashes and six injuries, this step often precedes a formal recall to address the safety risks.

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QpiAI to install 8-qubit quantum computer at PDEU in Gujarat

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Bengaluru-based QpiAI will install an 8-qubit quantum computer and establish a Quantum Centre of Excellence at Pandit Deendayal Energy University in Gujarat. This initiative aims to enhance education, research, and workforce development, leveraging Gujarat's industrial strengths in energy and chemicals. The project aligns with India's National Quantum Mission to build domestic capabilities, complementing other industry efforts to advance quantum computing, communications, and sensing across the country.

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Hugging Face reportedly in talks to be acquired for $13B

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Hugging Face, a central AI infrastructure platform, has reportedly received acquisition offers valued at $13 billion or more. While the startup is consulting banks to evaluate these bids, CEO Clem Delangue emphasizes long-term sustainability and community responsibility over short-term profits. This interest follows a trend of AI infrastructure acquisitions, though Hugging Face previously rejected a $7 billion valuation offer from Nvidia to maintain independent decision-making.

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US nutrition startup Berry Street merges with India’s Healthify as GLP-1 trends upwards

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"U.S. nutrition startup Berry Street has merged with India's Healthify to capitalize on the growing demand for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. Led by co-CEOs Noah Kotlove and Tushar Vashisht, the new entity will operate as Berry Street in the U.S. and Healthify in other markets. The merger combines Healthify’s AI-powered coaching with Berry Street’s clinical network of 2,000 clinics to provide scalable, expert metabolic care and nutrition guidance.".

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Titan puts lasting recognition at the heart of its Diwali gifting campaign

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Titan Corporate Gifting has launched ‘The Joy That Lasts,’ a B2B Diwali campaign focusing on meaningful recognition over transactional gifting. Aimed at employees and business partners, the initiative encourages organizations to foster lasting emotional connections through curated gifts, including watches, jewelry, and accessories. By prioritizing value remembered over cost, Titan seeks to help enterprises strengthen trust and appreciation through thoughtfully crafted rewards from its diverse ecosystem.

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UPI completes 10 years, clocks nearly 13,000-fold rise in transaction volume

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India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has completed a decade of transforming the nation's digital payments landscape. Since its 2016 launch, annual transaction volumes surged from 1.78 crore to over 24,162 crore by 2025-26, while values rose to Rs 314 lakh crore. Developed by the NPCI, the platform expanded from 44 to 703 banks, strengthening financial inclusion and establishing a global benchmark for real-time, interoperable digital payments.

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AI’s new cost equation: Why token economics matters

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NVIDIA's Jigar Halani highlights the emerging "token economy," emphasizing the need for developers to optimize AI costs as token consumption surges. He suggests matching model complexity to specific tasks, utilizing caching, and improving full-stack efficiency across hardware and software. While reducing costs is vital, Halani argues that the ultimate value lies in leveraging high-quality data to produce more intelligent tokens, driving monetization and customer stickiness.

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When payments grow beyond the gateway

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As businesses scale, simple payment processes evolve into complex operational functions involving recurring billing, multi-channel transactions, and manual reconciliation. Fragmented systems often hinder cash flow visibility and operational efficiency. Consequently, companies are shifting toward unified financial ecosystems, such as Zoho Payments, to integrate banking and accounting. Additionally, AI is now streamlining these workflows by automating reconciliation and reducing administrative burdens for finance teams.

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From pilot to platform: A practical playbook for Gemini Enterprise

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"Google Cloud and YourStory are hosting a webinar on August 26 titled ‘Gemini Enterprise: Deploy, ground, and maximize your ROI’. The session aims to help organizations transition from AI pilots to full-scale adoption. Experts will cover secure setup, grounding AI in internal data using Connectors, and measuring business impact through analytics. The event provides a practical framework for scaling Gemini Enterprise responsibly to achieve measurable ROI.".

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Veranda Learning gets NCLT nod for commerce demerger

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"Veranda Learning has received NCLT approval to demerge its commerce education business into J.K. Shah Commerce Education Limited, which aims to become an independently listed entity. Part of the 'Veranda 2.0' strategy, this move enhances operational focus and agility. The new company integrates several professional education platforms. This development occurs amid shifting market dynamics and tighter regulations in India's coaching sector, following Veranda's strong fiscal growth.".

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7 Books that explain why some people seem naturally resilient

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Resilience is often mistaken for an innate trait, but it is actually a developed skill shaped by habits, beliefs, and experiences. Through various psychological perspectives and literature, experts suggest that resilience involves emotional regulation, perseverance, and the ability to reinterpret adversity. By practicing optimistic thinking and Stoic principles, individuals can learn to manage stress and transform obstacles into opportunities for personal growth and emotional stability.

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Third Wave Coffee raises Rs 408 Cr in funding round led by WestBridge Capital

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"Third Wave Coffee has raised Rs 408 crore in a funding round led by WestBridge Capital, with participation from Creagis and angel investors. The company intends to use the capital for geographic expansion, increasing store density in high-potential cities, and scaling its Third Rush Desserts segment. Currently operating over 240 cafes, the brand aims to reach 320 by the fiscal end and add 100 new locations annually.".

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Instant loan in India: Who really delivers instant sanction and same-day disbursal?

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Borrowers seeking urgent funds can find the fastest processing through fully digital instant personal loans and pre-approved offers from lenders like HDFC, ICICI, and SBI. While some claim instant sanction, same-day disbursal depends on successful verification, eligibility, and accurate documentation. To expedite the process, applicants should prepare KYC documents and use eligibility calculators to ensure their requested loan amount aligns with their financial profile.

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Skincare brand Asaya raises Rs 88 Cr in Series A

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Skincare brand Asaya has raised Rs 88 crore in a Series A round led by RPSG Capital, valuing the company at Rs 400 crore. With a current annual revenue run rate of Rs 100 crore, the brand aims to double this within 18 months. Asaya will utilize the funds for R&D, product expansion, and distribution growth via quick-commerce and offline retail, focusing on hyperpigmentation solutions for melanin-rich skin.

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NSDC launches nationwide cloud, AI skilling initiative

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The National Skill Development Corporation, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services and Cultus Education, has launched a nationwide cloud and AI skilling initiative. The program aims to provide foundational literacy to 1.5 lakh learners and job-ready training to 10,000 participants. By utilizing a 100% online model, the initiative targets youth in Tier II and Tier III cities to build an inclusive, future-ready workforce for India.

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Context is the new intelligence in agentic AI

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At DevSparks Hyderabad 2026, UBS India's Elango Somasundaram discussed the transition toward agentic AI and agentic engineering. Unlike basic copilots, agentic systems use enterprise context and specialized agents to execute complex workflows. Somasundaram emphasized that proprietary data and strong governance are key differentiators for businesses. Consequently, the developer's role is evolving from writing code to focusing on business intent, systems thinking, and architectural oversight.

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5 Books that explain how small choices create big outcomes

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"Small, repeated decisions often lead to significant long-term outcomes, a concept explored in five influential books. Darren Hardy and Jeff Olson emphasize the cumulative power of daily choices, while Daniel Kahneman analyzes the mental processes behind them. Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein highlight environmental influences, and Charles Duhigg examines habit formation. Together, these works suggest that consistent, minor adjustments are more transformative than single, ambitious changes.".

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Why Learning to Sit Alone Can Change the Way We Live

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Modern life's constant digital distractions often lead people to avoid silence, which can reveal uncomfortable inner thoughts. However, embracing solitude differs from loneliness and is essential for deep reflection, self-understanding, and creativity. By stepping away from external stimulation, individuals can move beyond reactive behaviors, clarify their personal values, and make more independent decisions, ultimately fostering a healthier relationship with themselves and their mental well-being.

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Big cheques remain scarce for startups; Trademark dispute between Matrimony.com & Jodi365

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India seeks to scale renewable energy storage to manage solar intermittency. A new book analyzes how five Indian firms navigated disruptions, while Honor's "Lightning" robot broke Usain Bolt's 100m record. Indian startup funding remains rangebound, relying on large outlier deals. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court suggests a settlement in the Matrimony.com trademark dispute, and NVIDIA plans price hikes for its largest customers ahead of fiscal results.

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Who’s behind the new ‘stealth model’ Ox Alpha?

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A mysterious new AI model named Ox Alpha has sparked widespread speculation following its release on OpenRouter. Described as a reasoning model for coding and production workloads, the "stealth model" was developed by an anonymous third-party provider. While Stripe CEO Patrick Collison praised its performance, theories regarding its origin vary, with some analysts suggesting it comes from China's Z.ai, while others point toward Microsoft's MAI.

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