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Paragon spyware attack targeted journalists & civil society, says WhatsApp

WhatsApp uncovered a hacking campaign using Paragon spyware, targeting journalists and civil society members. The attack aimed to breach devices through malicious files shared on the platform

GCCs upending India's technology landscape: Economic Survey 2025

The number of GCCs in India has increased exponentially to more than 1,700 in FY24, up from 1,430 in FY19

Economic Survey 2024-25: Workers need safeguards against AI disruption

Both govt, pvt companies should introduce AI over optimised period to minimise job loss

Cyril Amarchand adopts artificial intelligence to boost legal services

This move underscores the growing adoption of AI within the domestic legal industry

Capital goods sector rebounds in FY24, import reliance persists: Eco Survey

The survey also states that the government has acknowledged these challenges and taken steps to address them

Tech wrap Jan 31: Apple Intelligence in India, Copilot AI, Forza Horizon 5

Apple Intelligence launching in India. Microsoft Copilot integrates OpenAI's o1 model, Forza Horizon 5 coming to PS5. Google Gemini 2,0 Flash. Intel-powered Surface Laptop 7, Surface Pro 11. iOS 18.4

Economic Survey 2025: AI an unprecedented opportunity and challenge

State may resort to taxation of profits generated from replacement of labour with tech

iOS 18.4: Next Apple iPhone update to bring smarter Siri, more intelligence

With iOS 18.4, Apple's digital assistant Siri could get on-screen awareness, personal context understanding and more advanced AI-powered features

Regulations in financial services key to ensuring customer protection

The new generation requires speed, convenience, completeness of transactions, and continuous support

Tech wrap Jan 30: Nothing Phone 3a series, Spider-Man 2 on PC, Pixel 9a

Nothing Phone 3a series launch. Marvel's Spider-Man 2 coming to PCs. Google Pixel 9a launch. GoPro Hero update. iPhone integration on Windows 11 Start menu. Google Play Protect's new features

Nothing Phone 3a series to be launched on March 4: Here's what to expect

Nothing Phone 3a series is expected to feature two smartphones, likely successors to both the Phone 2a and Phone 2a Plus

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 coming to PCs on Jan 30: Check system requirements

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PC will support triple-monitor set-ups and can be adapted to be fully viewable in aspect ratios up to 32:9

iPhone users can now access calls, messages from Windows PC's Start menu

The feature is currently limited to Windows Insiders and is expected to roll out to more users in the coming weeks

GoPro Hero can now capture videos in 4:3 aspect ratio: What's new in update

Launched last year in September, GoPro's entry-level Hero action camera also receives a Rs 4,000 price cut and is now available at Rs 19,990

Google Pixel 9a could launch in March with these upgrades: Check details

Reportedly, the anticipated Google Pixel 9a smartphone will be available for pre-order in select regions on March 19

Markets rise for second consecutive day amidst gains in tech stocks

The benchmark Nifty 50 index closed at 23,163, up 206 points, or 0.9 per cent, extending its two-day gain to 1.51 per cent

AI takes centre stage in policies of state govts to attract investors

The Indian government has earmarked Rs 10,300 crore over the next five years to set up 10,000 GPUs

India's investment in artificial intelligence startups remains weak

As for the unicorns, the country had only one unicorn in the previous year

Edtech startup Leap raises $65 mn in Series E round led by Apis Partners

Company provides services for studying abroad, has raised $200 million in equity since 2019

Expand credit guarantee schemes in Budget to boost SME growth: Experts

Tax benefits to adopt emerging technologies like AI, announcement to set up dedicated manufacturing zones, and expanding credit guarantee schemes in the Budget will help boost the growth of SMEs, experts say. They also said that AI-based credit assessments and risk profiling can streamline loan approvals and widen credit access for SMEs (small and medium enterprises). Nitin Jain, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of Business Group said that enterprises need to integrate AI, automation, and digital tools to enhance productivity and competitiveness. "The government should introduce tax benefits and subsidies to support this shift," Jain said adding establishing dedicated manufacturing zones with modern infrastructure, seamless supply chains, and shared resources will enable SMEs to scale efficiently. He added that SMEs, which contribute 30-35 per cent to GDP and employ over 110 million people, need robust policy support to scale manufacturing and access affordable credit and the