Oman Investment Authority Invests in Elon Musk’s xAI Artificial Intelligence Venture
On Wednesday, the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) acquired a stake in xAI, a prominent US-based artificial intelligence firm owned by Elon Musk.
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Thrive Becomes Latest Indian Startup to Fold, Citing Lack of Resources
Founded in 2020 by Krishi Fagwani, Dhruv Dewan, and Karan Chechani, Mumbai-based foodtech platform Thrive has shut down its operations.
India Probes Musk’s Starlink Over $4.2 Bn Meth Smuggling Incident
Indian authorities have issued a legal demand to Elon Musk's Starlink, seeking information on the purchaser of a satellite internet device linked to a massive methamphetamine smuggling operation.
Ubisoft Buyout Talks Stall Over Dispute Between Tencent and Guillemot Brothers
The deal would make Ubisoft private, but negotiations have hit a snag. Guillemot Brothers Ltd and Tencent disagree on control of the business post-buyout.
Space Tech startup Pixxel Raises Fresh $24 Mn in Ongoing Series-B Funding Round
Pixxel, a US-India-based space tech firm, has secured an additional $24 million in its ongoing Series B funding round.
PayTabs Group and Concept Combined Group Partner to launch PayTabs Kuwait
PayTabs Kuwait aims to transform Kuwait’s digital payment landscape with state-of-the-art payment orchestration solutions.
Microsoft Hit with UK Lawsuit Over Cloud Computing Licence Practices
Microsoft is facing legal action in the UK over allegations that it is overcharging thousands of businesses for Windows Server software licenses.
UK and Qatar Launch Landmark Climate Technology Partnership
The investment will also extend to startups in the UK and Qatar, specifically those specializing in energy efficiency, carbon management, and green power.
Backed by Shilpa Shetty, WickedGud Scores Fresh ₹20 Cr Funding
WickedGud, a D2C food brand backed by Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, has secured ₹20 crore in funding, led by Orios Venture Partners.
The Timeless Appeal of Digital Card Games: Lessons from the Freecell Card Game Phenomenon
In a world where gaming options are vast and complex, Freecell reminds us of the lasting value of simplicity, strategy, and accessibility.
Canada Joins Global Crackdown, Sues Google for Anti-Competitive Behavior
Competition Bureau Canada has filed a lawsuit against Google - alleging that the tech giant has exploited its market dominance and employed anti-competitive tactics.
Decoding AI Success: Yann LeCun Insists on PhD for Indian Startups
Yann LeCun stresses that aspiring AI entrepreneurs in India should prioritize pursuing advanced academic degrees - PhD or Master's in fields like artificial intelligence.