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The Passport Hotel, Nasher Miles, and Rippl bring creators together for a sharing circle on trust and genuine recommendations in Goa

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"The Passport Hotel, Nasher Miles, and Rippl hosted a creator staycation in Goa to launch The Passport Hotel's Mini Bar. The event featured a 'Sharing Circle' focusing on the importance of authentic recommendations over paid reviews. Rippl, now available on Android, iOS, and the web, enables creators to monetize existing content by tagging products and experiences they genuinely trust, transforming personal recommendations into discoverable living profiles.".

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From a Class 10 Dropout to Making Parts for Rolls-Royce, Boeing and Fighter Jets

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Rakesh Chopdar, a high school dropout, transformed his father's small workshop into AZAD Engineering, a global leader in precision aerospace and defense manufacturing. Starting with a single CNC machine in 2008, the company now supplies critical components to giants like Boeing, Airbus, and Rolls-Royce. Following a successful 2023 IPO and investment from Sachin Tendulkar, AZAD's market capitalization has exceeded $1.3 billion, emphasizing technical skill over formal credentials.

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Are you India's next big thing? Apply for Marico Innovation Foundation's Indian Innovation Icons 2027 to find out

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The Marico Innovation Foundation has opened applications for the 2027 edition of Indian Innovation Icons. This biennial program identifies hidden, high-impact innovators in the business and social sectors. Selected winners receive mentorship from Harsh Mariwala and senior leadership, access to venture capital, and national visibility. Eligible organizations must offer unique, scalable, and sustainable solutions. Interested applicants must submit their entries by July 22, 2026, to gain critical support.

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Inside India's bullet train: 357 km built, first ride in 2027

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India is constructing the 508 km Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail corridor with Japanese technical assistance. Designed for 320 kmph, the project will reduce travel time to two hours. While Gujarat's sections are well-advanced, Maharashtra's tunnels, including an undersea passage, are underway. The revised cost is approximately ₹1.98 lakh crore. The Surat-Bilimora section opens in 2027, with full completion targeted for 2029, fostering critical national technology transfer.

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Plazza raises $15M Series A to expand pharmacy network

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"Bengaluru-based healthtech startup Plazza has raised $15 million in Series A funding co-led by Accel, Elevation Capital, and Nexus Venture Partners. The company utilizes AI-driven inventory intelligence to solve medicine availability issues in India, increasing store stock and fulfillment rates. Plazza plans to use the capital to enhance its technology platform and expand its pharmacy network, offering rapid medicine delivery within 15 to 30 minutes.".

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Making India ‘food wise’; AI lifts VC inflow in startup ecosystem

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The EU has banned large companies from destroying unsold clothing and footwear to reduce waste. In space, researchers found an atmosphere on rocky planet LHS 1140b, while Buzz Aldrin's moon pen sold for $850,000. Biotech firms are testing weight-loss drugs for cats. Meanwhile, Indian AI startups saw a surge in VC funding, and Meta experienced outages. Finally, SBI Funds Management prepares for its listing amid upcoming corporate earnings.

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Netflix paid $587M for Ben Affleck’s AI filmmaking startup

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"Netflix recently disclosed paying $587 million in cash to acquire InterPositive, an AI startup co-founded by Ben Affleck. The company's tools assist filmmakers with post-production challenges, including lighting and background replacements. As part of the deal, the InterPositive team joined Netflix, with Affleck serving as a senior advisor. This move aligns with Netflix's growing use of generative AI, which has already been integrated into approximately 300 titles.".

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What to watch for after Jensen Huang’s Japan visit

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visited Tokyo to forge strategic partnerships aimed at advancing "physical AI" in Japan's industrial sector. Key initiatives include Noetra, a sovereign AI factory powered by Nvidia chips, and collaborations with robotics giants like Fanuc and Toyota. Japan aims to deploy 10 million AI-equipped robots by 2040, leveraging Nvidia's hardware to reduce foreign dependence and capture a significant share of the global robotics market.

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Can an Apple lawsuit derail OpenAI’s hardware plans?

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"Apple has filed a trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging a pattern of misconduct to obtain confidential information from former Apple employees. OpenAI denies the claims, but the legal battle could disrupt its plans to launch hardware products and pursue an initial public offering. With over 400 former Apple staff now at OpenAI, the case may cause development delays and impact investor confidence ahead of the company's IPO.".

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TechCrunch Mobility: The battle over robotaxi rules

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Uber and Waymo are clashing over a proposed Washington, D.C. bill regarding autonomous vehicle operations, with Uber arguing the legislation would grant Waymo a monopoly. Meanwhile, Uber is expanding its global delivery reach through a $14.8 billion acquisition of Germany's Delivery Hero. Other industry updates include funding rounds for Senra and Self Inspection, Lucid Motors denying bankruptcy rumors, and SpaceX aborting a Starship rocket launch.

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‘Odyssey’ director Christopher Nolan calls AI an obvious ‘Trojan horse’

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"Director Christopher Nolan describes AI as a 'transparent Trojan horse,' praising the public's deep skepticism toward the technology, particularly among young people. The 'techno-skeptic' filmmaker argues that questioning both the tools and the motives of their creators is essential for progress. While embracing certain innovations, Nolan remains committed to traditional film, emphasizing that new technology should not replace viable existing systems in the creative process.".

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Nonprofit Current AI is racing to build the World Wide Web of AI, free for all

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Current AI, a nonprofit funded with $400 million, is developing open-source AI infrastructure to provide a public alternative to private tech giants. By partnering with governments and organizations, it launched Suno Sutra, an offline device supporting 22 Indian languages. The organization also provides grants for community-led AI projects in Africa and South America, focusing on data sovereignty and the preservation of endangered languages and cultures.

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Art Bengaluru Collective kicks off its 11th annual art exhibition

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"The Art Bengaluru Collective is hosting its 11th annual exhibition, ABC Chitra-Colors 2026, at the Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath. Featuring 300 works from over 45 artists, the show includes mixed media, acrylics, and charcoal art. Founded by Rasheed Kappan and Ranji David, the collective aims to democratize art access and support creators by charging no commission on sales, fostering a vibrant, inclusive cultural community in Bengaluru.".

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Liftoff for Skyroot’s Vikram-1; Building AI voice infra for Indian languages

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General Fusion debuted on the Nasdaq, aiming for fusion power plants by 2035 to meet AI energy demands. Meanwhile, Google employees are seeking layoff protections as AI shifts the tech landscape. In India, Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched the Vikram-1 orbital rocket, and Shunya Labs is developing multilingual voice AI. Additionally, US protesters oppose data center expansion, while Meta explores leasing computing capacity to AI startup Anthropic.

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Education, AI, health: test your business creativity with Edition 241 of our weekly quiz!

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"YourStory’s 241st edition of Lateral Sparks highlights five entrepreneurial solutions to real-world problems. Elevate Education addresses educational relevance through industry-aligned training, while Saregama Carvaan provides a retro music player for older users. The Sweet Change offers natural sweeteners for diabetics, MetaGO provides a metabolic health platform for obesity, and Gabit introduces a smart ring for comfortable health tracking, showcasing diverse innovations across various sectors.".

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Waymo appears to pause San Francisco service amidst power outage

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"Waymo has temporarily paused its robotaxi service and disabled freeway routes in San Francisco following a power outage affecting approximately 7,000 customers. This incident follows previous service disruptions caused by blackouts in December and July. Consequently, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is calling for stricter state regulations to ensure autonomous vehicles can operate safely and effectively during major planned or unplanned city-wide incidents.".

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Kimi: Threat or menace?

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Moonshot AI has released Kimi K3, an open-source model demonstrating performance competitive with leading proprietary AI. The announcement triggered a dip in chip stocks and reignited debates over the US-China AI race. While some critics warn of "AI communism" and the risks of distillation, others argue that US regulatory hurdles hinder progress. The release highlights ongoing tensions regarding national security and the future of open-weight models.

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All the EVs that were discontinued or killed off in the U.S. this year

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Honda has discontinued the Prologue, marking a broader retreat of electric vehicles from the U.S. market. Factors like the end of federal tax credits, tariffs, and shifting consumer preferences have led several automakers to cancel models. Companies including Tesla, Volkswagen, Volvo, and Nissan are reducing their EV lineups, while Polestar faces regulatory bans. Despite these exits, some new entries and a slow sales recovery continue.

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Federal employees can download TikTok on their work phones again

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The Department of Justice announced that federal employees may now download TikTok on government devices, reversing a 2022 ban. This change follows a deal transferring TikTok's U.S. operations to a joint venture backed by Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, with ByteDance retaining a minority stake. President Trump authorized the move for Executive Branch agencies, though individual agencies maintain discretion over the app's use according to workplace policies.

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A 600-mile road trip (and data) proves EV charging doesn’t suck anymore

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Public EV charging infrastructure in the United States has seen significant improvements in both availability and reliability. Recent data shows that the number of DC fast chargers has more than doubled since 2023, while reliability rates have risen from 85% to the mid-90s. This progress, driven by Tesla opening its network and increased competition, has transformed the road-trip experience for electric vehicle owners, making long-distance travel more seamless. (69 words) -.

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