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SpaceX officially closes its Cursor acquisition

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"AI coding startup Cursor has officially been acquired by SpaceX for $60 billion. Following a partnership established in April, the deal closed after SpaceX transitioned to a public company. By joining SpaceX, Cursor gains access to one of the world's largest GPU fleets and advanced computing infrastructure. This move aims to scale artificial intelligence capabilities, with Cursor serving as a primary tool to make that intelligence useful.".

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How to tell if your AI platforms’ accounts have been hacked

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Hackers can target AI platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. To enhance security, users should employ password managers and multi-factor authentication, which ChatGPT and Perplexity support. Claude utilizes email login links instead of passwords. Each platform provides methods to monitor or terminate active sessions to remove unauthorized access. Users can secure their accounts by logging out of unrecognized devices and resetting credentials where applicable.

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Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M

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Advances in AI, computing, and superconducting magnets have accelerated the pursuit of commercial fusion power. Following a landmark scientific breakeven by a U.S. lab, several well-funded startups, including Commonwealth Fusion Systems and Helion, are developing diverse reactor designs. These companies, backed by billions in private capital, aim to provide nearly limitless energy, with some targeting operational power plants as early as 2027 or 2028.

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PM Modi lays out seven-point 'Sapta Dhara' framework for 'Viksit Bharat'

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the 'Sapta Dhara' reform framework during India's 80th Independence Day address to accelerate the nation's goal of becoming developed by 2047. This seven-point strategy focuses on manufacturing, agro-food production, technology, logistics, defence, the green and blue economy, and soft power. Modi emphasized a holistic approach, urging self-reliance and global competitiveness to leverage youth power and establish India as a trusted global partner.

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PM Modi announces free online coaching for youth

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced free online coaching for competitive exam aspirants and AI training for one crore youth during India's 80th Independence Day address. Aiming to reduce financial burdens on families, the initiative leverages digital infrastructure and talent. Modi also highlighted educational advancements since 2014, including the addition of 650 universities, increased medical seats, a new education policy, and the arrival of foreign universities in India.

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Global innovation hub to AI skill training for 1 Cr youth: PM Modi outlines nation’s tech ambitions

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized technology and innovation as central to India's growth during his 80th Independence Day address. He outlined a vision for "Viksit Bharat," focusing on AI, quantum computing, space, and robotics. To prepare the workforce, the Prime Minister announced AI skill training for one crore youth over the next year. Additionally, he urged India to lead in digital public technologies and implement Made-in-India 6G nationwide.

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Art for a cause: Bhoomi exhibition highlights creativity for nature and social impact

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The Venkatappa and Swasti art galleries in Bengaluru are jointly hosting "Bhoomi," a group exhibition featuring works by approximately 40 artists from Karnataka. The exhibition explores humanity's relationship with nature through paintings, sculptures, and installations to promote environmental consciousness. Curated by Bhagya Ajaikumar and Pradeep Kumar DM, the event also supports a humanitarian cause, with a portion of artwork sales benefiting the HCG Foundation's cancer patients.

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7 Must-read books on India’s pre-1947 business pioneers

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Before 1947, visionary Indian entrepreneurs like Jamsetji Tata and G.D. Birla established the nation's industrial foundations under colonial rule. By building businesses in steel, textiles, and aviation, they drove economic growth and nation-building. Seven influential books explore these pioneers, detailing their resilience, the role of community networks, and the evolution of Indian capitalism, providing critical insights into the origins of the country's modern economic landscape.

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Meet the faujis who swapped uniforms for startups

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India celebrates its 80th Independence Day by honoring forgotten women freedom fighters and exploring Gen Z's views on liberty. Scientifically, Aditya-L1 reveals why the Sun's corona is hotter than its surface. In business, Zetwerk filed for a Rs 2,600 crore IPO, while India shifts its startup investment strategy toward direct equity. Additionally, Nintendo reports strong Pokémon sales, Alphabet's SpaceX investment surges, and PhysicsWallah sees revenue growth.

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Talks to sell PayPal to Stripe and Advent are heating up

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"PayPal CEO Enrique Lores is pursuing a turnaround plan to reverse the company's lagging trajectory, which may include a potential sale. Reports indicate ongoing negotiations with Stripe and private equity firm Advent, following a previous $53 billion offer. Lores' strategy involves restructuring the business into three operating models, refocusing on technology fundamentals, and implementing cost-saving measures that could reduce the workforce by 20% over several years.".

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Self-driving trucks are officially testing on California highways

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Aurora Innovation and Kodiak AI have received California DMV permits to test autonomous trucks on public roads following the lifting of a ban on heavy-duty driverless vehicles. While Kodiak has already begun testing near Mountain View, both companies must employ human safety operators. However, Teamsters California has sued the DMV, alleging the agency ignored safety risks and failed to study the economic impacts of self-driving trucks.

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Thrive’s Joshua Kushner chides Silicon Valley VCs over AI euphoria

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In its first investor letter, Thrive Capital founder Joshua Kushner criticized Silicon Valley's "spray-and-pray" venture capital model, advocating instead for a concentrated investment strategy. Managing $60 billion in assets, Thrive focuses capital on a few high-conviction bets, including OpenAI and SpaceX. With a 33% net internal rate of return, the firm emphasizes investment discipline and internal transformation over the typical disruption-focused approach of its West Coast rivals. (69 words) -.

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What we know about the alleged Iranian hacks on U.S. water utilities

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Recent coordinated cyberattacks have targeted water utilities across approximately a dozen U.S. states, including Minnesota and Georgia. While the U.S. government has not officially named a culprit, intelligence agencies suspect the Iranian government's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. These attacks exploited internet-connected systems, causing operational degradation and temporary water advisories. Experts warn that such campaigns aim to expose infrastructure vulnerabilities and spread public panic.

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Read-it-later app Pocket shut down down — here are the best alternatives

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Mozilla shut down its read-it-later app, Pocket, in May 2025, requiring users to export their data by October 8. This closure has driven users toward various alternatives, including Matter, Instapaper, and Raindrop.io. Many of these competitors offer advanced features like AI-powered summaries, Kindle integration, and open-source frameworks. These tools now serve as primary options for those seeking to save and organize online content for later reading.

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Every drone that flies over a city is one motor failure from being a falling object. This startup is building a safety kit to combat such failures.

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Bengaluru-based Saubha Aerial Systems develops aerospace-grade emergency parachute recovery systems for commercial drones. Its autonomous "Mayday" trigger deploys canopies during critical failures without pilot input, aiming to reduce insurance costs and regulatory hurdles for logistics and defense operators. Additionally, the company has tested a drone netgun for counter-drone physical capture. Despite its specialized technology, the small firm has no disclosed funding or confirmed revenue figures.

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Altmin is building India's first factory to manufacture the cathodes inside lithium batteries

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Hyderabad-based Altmin aims to reduce India's dependence on foreign lithium-ion battery materials by establishing an integrated supply chain for lithium iron phosphate. The company has launched a pilot plant and planned a large giga-factory in Telangana. Through partnerships in Bolivia and Brazil, and a joint venture with Singareni Collieries, Altmin is developing refining capabilities to produce battery-grade lithium, targeting a launch by late 2026.

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Indigotex has made denim from wool that keeps you warm and skips the water

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"Indigotex, an IIT Delhi spinoff led by Satendra Singh, has launched IndiWool Denim, a premium fabric blending indigo-dyed merino wool with biodegradable fibers. Utilizing a patented waterless dyeing process, the company aims to reduce environmental impact while providing warmth for colder climates. Backed by SIDBI and the Ministry of Textiles, Indigotex targets European markets and extreme-cold military gear, though it has yet to disclose commercial orders.".

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UrjanovaC captures carbon dioxide from factory chimneys and turns it into something commercial

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UrjanovaC, an IIT Bombay spinoff, aims to make carbon capture economically viable through mineralisation, converting CO2 into sellable solid carbonates. Targeting hard-to-abate industries like steel and cement, the company uses modular, retrofit systems powered by wastewater and abundant elements. Despite winning the AIM Grand Challenge and raising $1 million, UrjanovaC has yet to announce a commercial deployment, focusing instead on securing pilots and partnerships.

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Unforgetful is a new reminders app for people who can’t stop hitting snooze

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Unforgetful, the latest app from longtime indie developer Marco Arment, is designed to make reminders harder to ignore — or accidentally dismiss.

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Google will now allow users to remove visible watermark from its AI generations

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Google is introducing a feature allowing users to remove visible watermarks from AI-generated images, videos, and songs across Gemini and Flow. While visible marks become optional to enhance creative control, invisible SynthID watermarks and C2PA metadata will persist to ensure transparency. This update applies to Nano Banana, Omni, and Lyria models. Additionally, Google is open-sourcing the Credentio library to help developers implement local validation mechanisms.

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