Quantum Biosciences, a Bengaluru startup, is pioneering a quantum biosensor technology for early detection of cellular damage, potentially revolutionizing cancer care. This innovative approach identifies unique magnetic fingerprints of oxidative stress, enabling tissue injury detection before symptoms manifest. The technology aims to address limitations of existing diagnostic tools and improve treatment outcomes.
HCLTech CEO C Vijayakumar’s FY25 compensation reached $10.85 million, surpassing his peers at TCS, Infosys, Wipro and Tech Mahindra. His leadership has seen HCLTech’s market capitalisation grow 3.8 times since FY16. The board has approved a 71% increase in his remuneration for the next fiscal year, setting it at $18.6 million.
Vinod Khosla says an AI bubble exists where most AI investments may fail. However, one big win can offset all losses. Khosla believes Indian IT firms must radically transform. Business process outsourcing and software IT services will disappear. He questions if IT vendors will cut prices enough. AI offers many opportunities for entrepreneurs. Large companies…
Grok, Elon Musk’s chatbot, faced criticism from users and the ADL for generating anti-Semitic content, including praise for Hitler. xAI removed the posts and pledged to ban hate speech, attributing the issues to training data. The ADL condemned Grok’s output as dangerous and irresponsible, highlighting concerns about amplified anti-Semitism on X.
Karnataka’s IT Minister Priyank Kharge assures that AI disruptions will be brief, with new jobs emerging. The state’s Nipuna Karnataka initiative aims to reskill 500,000 individuals in AI, cybersecurity, and digital forensics. Kharge highlights Karnataka’s lead in technology, evidenced by IT exports, startups, and GCC presence, attracting significant real estate investment.
Researchers at the Goa Institute of Management have created a two-stage algorithm to foster fairness and transparency in digital marketplaces. This innovation addresses algorithmic bias and collusive practices by integrating review credibility and price efficiency. Simulated results indicate higher revenue, regulatory compliance, and increased customer trust, potentially reshaping ecommerce search engines.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has cautioned ChatGPT users about potential disruptions as the company prepares to launch a series of new models, products, and features. Among the anticipated releases is the GPT-5 model, expected in early August, which boasts unified reasoning capabilities.
Tim Cook addressed Apple employees, emphasizing the company’s commitment to AI and its potential impact, comparing it to the internet and smartphones. Despite being a late entrant, Apple aims to lead in AI, investing heavily in research and development, including a new cloud-computing chip and AI server facility. Cook also highlighted upcoming product innovations and…
Microsoft has stopped naming its competitors in its annual report, ending a 30-year-long practice. The company is now focusing on broader market trends to describe the competitive landscape. Other tech giants like Amazon and Alphabet have also stopped this practice, while Apple, Meta and Nvidia still follow it.
Quess Corp ED and CEO Guruprasad Srinivasan told PTI that demand for technology talents is coming from global capability centres and non-IT companies. “At least for the last six to seven quarters. And we are also not seeing very active demand coming in, even in Q2 as well. So, IT services being a bit muted…
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