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How Hexalog is helping MSMEs simplify cross-border logistics and scale globally

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India's ecommerce growth has transformed logistics into a strategic business differentiator. Hexalog, led by CEO Dibyanshu Tripathi, provides cross-border logistics orchestration for D2C brands and MSMEs, simplifying complex global trade processes like customs and compliance. By focusing on supply chain coordination and an asset-light model, Hexalog helps smaller businesses optimize working capital and reduce operational risks, enabling them to scale internationally with enterprise-grade capabilities.

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Amazon India creates 1.6 lakh seasonal jobs ahead of festive season

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Amazon India has created over 160,000 seasonal job opportunities across 400 cities to bolster its ecommerce and quick commerce operations for the festive season. These roles, spanning various fulfillment stages, include positions for women and people with disabilities. The company is providing training and access to welfare initiatives like the Samridhi and Sammaan programmes, ensuring safety and social security for its expanded logistics workforce.

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Online bank account opening for first-time earners: What to check before you apply

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First-time earners should carefully evaluate their financial needs before opening their first savings account. Digital banking simplifies the process, requiring documents like Aadhaar and PAN for verification. Key considerations include comparing interest rates, average monthly balance requirements, and digital banking features to ensure long-term suitability. By following a structured application process and avoiding common mistakes, new professionals can establish sound financial habits and achieve their goals.

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How the Unacademy-upGrad deal unfolded; Why AI could push India’s ER&D revenue past $100B

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upGrad acquired Unacademy for over $200 million, a fraction of its peak valuation. In the insurance sector, InsuranceDekho and RenewBuy merged to expand their national distribution. India's government launched Semicon 2.0 with a Rs 1.27 lakh crore outlay to boost semiconductor manufacturing. Additionally, Nasscom predicts AI will push ER&D revenue past $100 billion by 2030, while ITC Infotech and Happiest Minds Technologies announced a strategic merger.

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Larry Page’s flying car company Pivotal loses its CEO

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Ken Karklin, CEO of Larry Page-backed eVTOL company Pivotal, has stepped down after four years to pursue new endeavors. Interim CEO Mike Ross, a former board member, will lead the firm as it prepares to launch its fourth-generation Helix aircraft. Pivotal, which produces the license-free Helix and the emergency-response BlackFly, remains part of the FAA’s Integration Pilot Program to advance the future of electric vertical takeoff and landing flight.

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JioHotstar expands into UK, Canada and Singapore

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JioHotstar is expanding its global reach by launching in the United Kingdom, Canada, and Singapore. Targeting the South Asian diaspora and international viewers, the platform offers over 160,000 hours of content in more than 12 languages across various genres. The service features personalized recommendations and flexible subscription options, including new quarterly plans, aiming to reimagine the streaming experience through diverse originals and iconic franchises worldwide.

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Reliance’s JioHotstar takes its streaming empire global — without sports

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"Reliance Industries' streaming platform, JioHotstar, is expanding internationally, replacing Hotstar in the UK, Canada, and Singapore starting September 2. The service offers over 160,000 hours of entertainment content in 12 languages, though it will launch without live sports due to existing contracts. Formed from a Reliance-Disney joint venture, JioHotstar targets the South Asian diaspora and global viewers with various quarterly and annual subscription plans.".

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Apple follows Google in adopting Trump’s ‘Lake America’ name

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"Apple Maps has renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America for users in the United States, following a directive from President Trump and a similar move by Google. While Canadian users still see the original name, the change has strained relations between the two nations. Conversely, MapQuest refused the update, resulting in a surge of downloads that pushed the app to the top of the U.S. App Store.".

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AfterQuery reportedly becomes Y Combinator’s fastest-ever unicorn, now valued at $3.2B

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"AI training-data startup AfterQuery has reached a $3.2 billion valuation, marking the fastest ascent to unicorn status in Y Combinator's history. Founded by two young entrepreneurs, the San Francisco company reports a $100 million annualized revenue run rate. AfterQuery employs specialists like doctors and lawyers to train AI models on professional reasoning and task completion, serving major clients including Nvidia, Legora, and Motif Technologies.".

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Google’s Android update tackles motion sickness, accessibility, and more

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Google announced five Android updates to improve accessibility and personalization. Key features include Motion Assist to reduce motion sickness for Android 17 users and Guided Vision, which leverages Gemini to assist blind and low-vision users. Additionally, Gemini will help track remembered items in Find Hub. Google Messages is receiving Keep integration for shared lists and new customization options for chat backgrounds, colors, and text bubbles.

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X says attackers are targeting user accounts after the launch of X Money

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"X users are reporting a surge in unsolicited password reset emails following the launch of X Money, the platform's new payments service. Attackers are mass-triggering reset forms using public usernames to attempt unauthorized account access. X representatives and the Grok chatbot state there is currently no evidence of successful breaches. The company is investigating the issue while users are encouraged to enable two-factor authentication for security.".

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John Ternus hypes ‘huge launch next week’ in first memo as Apple CEO

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John Ternus has succeeded Tim Cook as Apple's CEO after Cook's fifteen-year tenure. The former senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering takes over just before the September 9 iPhone event, where Apple may debut its first foldable iPhone and an enhanced Siri AI. Ternus expressed excitement for future innovations, while rumors suggest the company is developing smart glasses, camera-equipped AirPods, and a new touchscreen laptop.

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Who is John Ternus, the new Apple CEO?

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John Ternus, a 25-year Apple veteran and former senior vice president of hardware engineering, has succeeded Tim Cook as CEO. Ternus previously oversaw the development of the Apple Watch, AirPods, and the transition to Apple silicon. He assumes leadership during a critical period, facing an upcoming iPhone launch and the rollout of a Gemini-powered Siri AI, as the company strives to compete in the global AI race.

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Google’s answer to Canva is an AI tool where you prompt instead of design

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"Google is launching Google Pics, an AI-powered image creation and editing tool for Google Workspace business customers and premium AI subscribers. Powered by the Nano Banana model, it enables users to generate visuals like posters and social media posts via prompts. Integrated into Docs and Slides, the tool features collaborative editing and object transformation. Unlike Canva or Adobe Express, it focuses on AI generation rather than manual design.".

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Waymo goes on offense ahead of Tesla’s Cybercab launch

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Waymo has criticized Tesla's camera-only approach to autonomous driving, arguing that a combination of lidar, radar, and cameras is essential for safety. While Waymo currently operates thousands of robotaxis across 14 U.S. cities, Tesla is preparing to unveil its steering-wheel-less Cybercab on September 3. This clash highlights a fundamental industry divide between Waymo's sensor-heavy redundancy and Tesla's cost-effective, AI-first strategy for scaling driverless vehicles.

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Sequoia-incubated Empirik launches with $21M to predict outages before they happen

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"Empirik, an AI-driven observability startup, has spun out from Sequoia Capital after raising $21 million in seed funding. Founded by tech veterans Avon Puri and Sudheer Dhurjati, the company offers a tool that predicts and prevents infrastructure outages by tracking system changes. By automating routine troubleshooting for DevOps and SRE teams, Empirik helps companies like S&P Global maintain stability amidst the accelerating pace of software development.".

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GoPro to be acquired for $285M, will remain a public company

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GoPro is being acquired by Starman Optical for $285 million, a deal that will eliminate $92 million in debt. Shareholders will receive $1.14 per share and retain a 10% stake in the combined entity. The merger aims to leverage GoPro's optical IP to expand into defense, AI, and commercial markets while onshoring manufacturing to the United States, moving beyond its traditional focus on consumer action cameras.

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Amazon Alexa can now alert you when something new might tempt you to shop

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Amazon has introduced "Update Me When," a new AI-powered feature for its Alexa for Shopping assistant. This tool sends personalized notifications about product launches, media releases, and events to proactively prompt consumer purchases. This shift reflects a broader strategy to move Alexa from a reactive tool to an anticipatory one. Other AI capabilities include price tracking with automatic purchasing, personalized deals, and AI-generated product overviews for shoppers.

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AIR raises $50M to help companies vet the skills and add-ons AI agents use

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AI security startup AIR has emerged from stealth after raising $50 million in seed funding led by Sequoia and Greenoaks. Founded by Unit 8200 veterans, the company provides a platform to discover, vet, and secure the software supply chain for AI agents, including plugins and MCP servers. AIR aims to prevent malicious attacks by continuously monitoring agent tools, serving over 20 customers in highly regulated industries.

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Microsoft 365 outage drags on, but things are improving

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"Microsoft is working to resolve a multi-day outage affecting Outlook and various Microsoft 365 services, including Teams and SharePoint. The disruption was caused by a core authentication configuration misconfiguration that hindered infrastructure deployment. While Microsoft has implemented mitigations and reports improving service availability and mail flow, the company has not yet declared a full recovery and is currently entering a period of extended monitoring to ensure stability.".

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