Apps

Gen-AI boom pushes India's app downloads to 25.5 billion in 2025: Report

India reportedly saw a rebound in app downloads last year as Gen-AI assistants and short-form microdrama apps drove higher installs and user engagement, even as spending remained relatively low

Google to introduce verification tick for registered broking apps: Sebi WTM

Sebi has directed Google to add verification tick marks for registered broking apps on Play Store within two months to curb fraudulent trading platforms and protect investors

What does the government ban on real money gaming apps mean for the industry | Dream11 | MPL

The Parliament has passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, imposing a blanket ban on real money gaming (RMG) apps.

Dream11 parent testing DreamSuite app to expand into financial services

Fantasy gaming platform Dream11's parent firm Dream Sports is testing a new app, Dream Money, to foray into the financial services sector, sources aware of the development said on Sunday. Dream Sports has been a major real-money gaming player in India, but it has to close its money-based games after the government banned all forms of online money games. "Dream Money has been under pilot for the last few months. The platform has not been launched yet," a source aware of the development said. As per information available on Google Play Store, the app will offer gold purchase service on a daily basis, starting from Rs 10 per day and fixed deposits starting from Rs 1,000. According to the source, the official name of the new platform is "Dream Suite Platform Private Limited". The app has been published by a Dream Sports entity, Dreamsuite. The website of DreamSuite shows that DreamSuite Finance will be launched soon to offer "seamless financial services". An email query sent to Drea

JioFinance app offers paid tax filing and planning to simplify returns

Jio Financial Services Ltd (JFSL) on Monday said taxpayers can take assistance of JioFinance App for filing their returns as it has launched planning and filing module on its platform. Aimed at making tax planning and income tax return (ITR) filing simpler, smarter, and more affordable, the new feature has been developed in partnership with TaxBuddy, an online tax filing and advisory service, JFSL said in a statement. The tax filing feature allows users to either file returns themselves, or opt for expert-assisted filing, with plans starting as low as Rs 24 for self-service options, and Rs 999 for assisted options. The module includes two core features -- tax planner and tax filing, it said, adding that the tax filing feature is designed to address common challenges such as confusion between old and new tax regimes, helping customers save taxes by ensuring deductions under sections like 80C and 80D are not missed, and eliminating over-reliance on costly intermediaries. The tax plan

Meta, Google skip ED summons in betting probe, called again on Jul 28

Executives of tech giants Meta and Google did not depose before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) as scheduled on Monday and have now been given fresh summons for July 28 in a money laundering case linked to promotion of "illegal" online betting and gambling platforms, official sources said. It is understood that the representatives of the two companies sought deferment of the July 21 summons, saying they need time to collect relevant information and documents before they present themselves for questioning and recording of their statements at the federal probe agency. Sources said the executives have been given a one-week extension and asked to depose on July 28. Once they depose, their statements will be recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the sources said. There was no immediate response from the two companies. The federal agency is probing multiple platforms hosting illegal betting and gambling links, including instances of advertisements placed for the

Glance deepens pact with Google to add GenAI content in new apps

Glance will work with Google Cloud and use its tech such as Gemini AI and Imagen, a text-to-image model, to create content for customers who use its smartphone and TV screensavers

PNB ONE to Axis mobile: Top banking apps to manage & secure your finances

Apps have services to pay bills, make investments and even purchase loans

India leads the world in DeepSeek AI app downloads, setting records

The Indian government looks to host Chinese AI model on domestic servers to enhance data security and ensure compliance with Indian regulations

Number of UPI apps grows in 2024, yet top two command maximum market share

In 2024, NPCI issued 20 third party application approvals. This was much higher than three and four issuances in 2022 and 2023 respectively

Namma Yatri's eyes to transform mobility space with zero-commission model

Till date, Namma Yatri said it has generated over Rs 1,100 crore in driver earnings, improving their financial stability and livelihoods

API cyberattacks dominate as India sees record 1.2 billion hits in Q3

The onslaught included 271 million attacks on APIs, according to report by application security firm Indusface

Govt eyes crackdown on ecommerce dark patterns amid festive shopping season

In December last year, the Consumer Affairs Ministry introduced rules defining 13 dark patterns in ecommerce, classifying them as violations of consumer protection laws

App-first Gen Z scripting big shifts in consumption trends: Bernstein

The digitally-native, app-first Gen Z cohort is assuming the centre stage in India's consumer markets by scripting "big shifts" in consumption trends, including the rise of quick commerce delivery and direct-to-consumer brands, according to a report by Bernstein. Brands are seeking a deeper connection with this digitally-native, app-first generation that 'swipes up' for practically everything from social media to ride-hailing and food delivery. Indian Gen Zs' are the world's largest, the report said about the cohort born into a digital age, that shops, works and eats online. Gen Z is the generation born between 1996 and 2010. Indian Gen Zs make up 20 per cent of the world and about 27 per cent of India's population, it noted. Gen Zs have become the "Swipe Up" generation considering the amount of time they spend on social media. They swipe up for practically everything - social media, ride-hailing, and food delivery, according to Bernstein's report on 'India Internet'. Gen Zs are .

Now, Instagram lets you post a media carousel of up to 20 images and videos

Previously, Instagram limited the number of pictures or videos on a carousel post to 10. This is the first time that the limit has been increased since the feature's introduction in 2017

52 of 53 top apps in India use 'dark patterns', says ASCI study

The report said that ethical design alternatives and choice architecture in apps should be introduced to bring down such cases

Adani's Super app launches digital lending trials with fintechs and NBFCs

Launched in December 2022, 'Adani One' app provides users with a variety of services, such as cab services, flight bookings, shopping at Adani-operated airports, and rewards redemptions

India's developer population booming, age of AI has begun: GitHub CEO

Dohmke, who is on an India visit, said that by 2027, India will overtake the United States as the largest software developer community on Earth

Netflix tests biggest TV app revamp in 10 yrs to enhance viewing experience

The video streaming pioneer wants to increase the time that viewers spend on the app to help retain customers and draw subscribers to its new, lower cost plans with advertising

WhatsApp gets a design makeover with new colour palette, icons, and more

Now rolling out to Android and iOS platforms, the WhatsApp redesign features more neutral colours and features rounded in-app icons and illustrations