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Moonshot’s upcoming Kimi 3 is expected to close the gap with Anthropic’s Opus 4.8

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Chinese AI lab Moonshot AI is set to release Kimi K3, which may rival Anthropic’s Opus 4.8. As China's largest open-weight model with 2 to 3 trillion parameters, Kimi K3 aims to close the gap with closed-source frontier models. Meanwhile, Moonshot is seeking new funding at a $31.5 billion valuation as industries increasingly favor open-source alternatives over expensive, closed-source options for better data privacy.

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NITI Aayog charts 2047 roadmap to expand India's Bioeconomy to $2.6T

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A NITI Aayog report suggests India can scale its bioeconomy to $691 billion by 2035 and $2.6 trillion by 2047 through coordinated national execution. To achieve this, the government needs mission-mode BioMissions, regulatory reforms, and a Rs 50,000 crore Growth Fund. By integrating AI-enabled biotechnology and biomanufacturing, India aims to create 30 million high-value jobs and become one of the world's top three biotechnology powers.

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Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba and Baidu

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"Apple Intelligence is launching in China after receiving approval from the Cyberspace Administration of China. To enter the market, Apple has partnered with Alibaba to integrate the Qwen AI model into its operating systems. Baidu is also collaborating on AI features, while Apple explores further integrations with ByteDance and DeepSeek. This move supports Apple's growth in Greater China, where sales recently rose 28% in the second quarter.".

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Musk quietly buys APR Energy in $1B deal to power Grok

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Elon Musk personally acquired APR Energy for over $1 billion to secure fast-deployable mobile power plants for xAI's Grok chatbot data centers. By purchasing the company personally rather than through his corporate entities, Musk avoids shareholder scrutiny and board oversight. The deal highlights the urgent need for electricity in the AI race, as mobile gas and diesel turbines bypass lengthy utility grid interconnection queues.

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Conquest BITS Pilani Selects 22 Startups from Over 3,000 Applications for Its 2026 Cohort

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Conquest, Asia's largest student-run startup accelerator from BITS Pilani's Centre for Entrepreneurial Leadership, has selected 22 startups for its 2026 cohort from over 3,000 applications. Operating on a zero-equity, zero-cost model, the program focuses on diverse sectors including AI, healthcare, and deep-tech. Selected founders will undergo structured mentorship and a Bengaluru-based workshop, culminating in a Demo Day to present their scalable, global-facing innovations to investors.

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5 Books that will change your mindset in a weekend

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* Role: Professional editor. * Task: Summarize the provided news article. * Length: Exactly 60 to 70 words. * Tone: Neutral. * Focus: Key facts. * Constraints: No introductory phrases, no conclusions, no bullet points, no lists, no metadata. * Formatting: Wrap in `<summary>` and `</summary>` tags. * Main theme: Short books that can change your mindset over a weekend. * Books mentioned: 1. *The Four Agreements* (Don Miguel Ruiz) - Principles for emotional freedom. 2. *Man's Search for Meaning* (Viktor E. Frankl) - Finding purpose in adversity. 3. *The Psychology of Money* (Morgan Housel) - Behavior and decision-making. 4. *The Comfort Book* (Matt Haig) - Self-compassion and balance. 5. *Who Moved My Cheese?* (Spencer Johnson) - Adapting to change. * *Draft 1:* Changing your mindset doesn't require long books; several short reads can offer life-altering perspectives in a single weekend. Don Miguel Ruiz’s *The Four Agreements* promotes emotional freedom, while Viktor Frankl’s *Man's Search for Meaning* focuses on resilience. Morgan Housel explores behavioral finance in *The Psychology of Money*, Matt Haig offers comfort and balance, and Spencer Johnson’s *Who Moved My Cheese?* teaches adaptability in a changing world. (68 words) * *Word Count Check (Draft 1):* 1. Changing 2. your 3. mindset 4. doesn't 5. require 6. long 7. books; 8. several 9. short 10. reads 11. can 12. offer 13. life-altering 14. perspectives 15. in 16. a 17. single 18. weekend. 19. Don 20. Miguel 21. Ruiz’s 22. The 23.

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Telangana CM lays foundation for Amazon Data Centre, seeks Rs 1 lakh Cr investment

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"Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy laid the foundation stone for Amazon's Data Centre in Hyderabad's Bharat Future City. To achieve a $1 trillion state economy by 2034, Reddy urged Amazon to invest Rs 1 lakh crore. Meanwhile, Amazon plans to invest over $21 billion in Indian cloud infrastructure between 2026 and 2030, supporting the nation's AI and Digital India ambitions through expanded data centre capacity.".

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Ultrahuman’s former hardware VP raises $5.5M for devices that control AI agents, not just record you

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Aina, a Bengaluru- and San Francisco-based startup, has raised $5.5 million to develop action-oriented AI interface hardware. Founded by Apoorv Shankar, the company is launching Dune, a context-aware macro keyboard designed to control AI agents and trigger workflows. This move distinguishes Aina from passive recording devices in a competitive market that includes various wearables and smart glasses as developers seek the ideal form factor for AI control.

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Meta now alerts parents if their teen discussed suicide or self-harm with its AI chatbot

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Meta is implementing new safety measures for its AI chatbot to protect teenagers. The company will now notify parents if a teen discusses suicide or self-harm with Meta AI, following manual reviews of flagged conversations. Meta is also expanding its "Limited Content" settings and working to contact emergency services for users at risk. These features are rolling out globally after initial launches in several English-speaking countries.

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Former ISRO chief S Somanath joins Agnikul board as startup prepares reusable rocket mission

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"Agnikul Cosmos, a Chennai-based spacetech startup, has appointed former ISRO chairman Dr S Somanath as a board observer for its upcoming Mission 02. This mission aims to achieve India’s first recovery of an orbital-class rocket booster and demonstrate a functional orbital upper stage. Utilizing a 3D-printed semi-cryogenic engine, Agnikul seeks to advance reusable launch technology within India's expanding commercial space sector to reduce costs and increase efficiency.".

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Phone maker OnePlus says it won’t release new phones in the U.S. and Europe

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OnePlus is winding down its operations in North America, Europe, and India, ceasing new product launches in these regions. This strategic shift by parent company Oppo follows declining smartphone demand and a global memory chip shortage. While OnePlus will focus exclusively on the Chinese market, the company guarantees continued software updates and after-sales support for existing international users. Oppo will maintain a global presence through its Realme brand.

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Doodhvale Farms is fixing India’s milk trust problem from farm to doorstep

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Doodhvale Farms, founded in 2019, addresses India's dairy trust issues through a vertically integrated farm-to-doorstep model. Operating across Delhi-NCR and other cities, the company has achieved consistent EBITDA profitability and 65% revenue growth. Backed by a $3 million Series A and a $1 million follow-on round from Atomic Capital, Doodhvale is expanding its product line into protein-rich essentials and new markets to double its business.

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Green Tiger Mobility turns old petrol scooters into EVs

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Bengaluru-based Green Tiger Mobility, founded by Ashish Dokania, focuses on retrofitting existing petrol scooters into electric vehicles. Offering hybrid, full electric, and swappable battery options, the company utilizes ARAI-approved technology and six patents. With backing from Bajaj Motors and approximately Rs 21 crore in funding, Green Tiger has completed 600 retrofits and reported FY25 revenue of Rs 4.6 crore, targeting India's vast fleet of petrol two-wheelers.

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Did you know Wimbledon’s iconic towels are made in Gujarat?

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Since 1987, Christy has supplied official towels for Wimbledon. While the brand is British, production shifted to India's Welspun Living facilities by 2010. These high-quality, yarn-dyed jacquard towels take seven days to produce and are highly coveted by players and fans alike. This transition reflects a broader global manufacturing trend where traditional national symbols are increasingly produced in cost-efficient international hubs without public awareness.

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7 Lessons David Goggins teaches about mental strength

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David Goggins defines mental toughness as the ability to persevere through discomfort and fatigue regardless of emotional state. His philosophy emphasizes radical accountability, consistency over intensity, and pushing beyond perceived limits to build genuine confidence. By embracing challenges and separating actions from feelings, individuals can develop resilience. Goggins argues that mental toughness is a practiced skill, enabling people to overcome hardships and achieve personal growth.

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Applied Computing wants to give oil and gas operators an AI model for the entire plant

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London-based startup Applied Computing has raised $20 million in Series A funding led by KBR and Databricks Ventures. The company developed Orbital, a foundation AI model that integrates time series, physics, and language data to optimize oil, gas, and petrochemical facilities. By rapidly analyzing sensor data and simulations, Orbital reduces investigation times from weeks to seconds. The startup plans to use the funds for international expansion and hiring.

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Lululemon backs nylon recycling startup Syntetica in $30M Series A

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Lululemon and other investors have backed French startup Syntetica in a $30 million Series A funding round. Syntetica specializes in recycling Nylon 6 and Nylon 6,6 textile waste into pellets for yarn production. By offering a cost-competitive alternative to petrol-sourced synthetics, the company aims to enhance circularity in the fashion industry. Partners include Victoria’s Secret and Etam, with a commercial demonstration facility established in France.

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How AI is rewriting India’s credit story

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India is transitioning from digitizing lending to intelligent, AI-powered credit assessment. By utilizing alternative data like digital payments and GST filings, AI enables lenders to serve previously overlooked segments, including women, gig workers, and small-town entrepreneurs. Supported by the Account Aggregator framework and Unified Lending Interface, this shift reduces costs, accelerates loan approvals, and enhances risk management, effectively bringing millions of creditworthy Indians into the formal financial system.

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Emergent turns unicorn; Groww's net profit soars 94% in Q1

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The Indian government approved Rs 1.27 lakh crore for the India Semiconductor Mission's second phase. In electric mobility, udaan, E3 Electric.Ai, and Ather Energy secured significant funding. AI startup Emergent reached unicorn status after raising $130 million. Groww reported a 94% profit surge in Q1. Meanwhile, the UK introduced social media curfews for teens, Blackrock exceeded profit estimates, and China's economic growth slowed due to weak domestic demand.

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Why Greylock capped its new fund at $1.5B when it says it could have raised more

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Greylock Ventures has raised a $1.5 billion 18th fund, intentionally resisting the industry trend of ballooning fund sizes. By limiting capital, the firm aims to provide deeper support to a small number of portfolio companies, targeting roughly 25 new investments. While primarily focused on early-stage incubation and seed rounds, Greylock will allocate approximately 15% of the fund to high-potential, later-stage startups to maximize growth.

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