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Big tech to soon pay for power costs for AI data centres? Trump has a plan amid surging energy demands: Report
Data centres have become an absolute necessity for tech companies aggressively pushing AI to gain an edge in the global race. However, power costs have surged in areas where data centres are located.
OpenAI Bets on Brain-Computer Interfaces With Merge Labs Investment
OpenAI-backed Merge Labs is working to safely interface biology, hardware devices, and AI at higher bandwidth. The post OpenAI Bets on Brain-Computer Interfaces With Merge Labs Investment appeared first on Analytics India Magazine.
Rupee declines 10 paise to 90.44 against U.S. dollar in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 90.37 and slipped further to trade at 90.44 against the greenback, 10 paise lower than the closing level of the previous session
OpenAI, Microsoft lose last chance to avoid a trial with Elon Musk
Elon Musk claims OpenAI, founded by him and Sam Altman as a non-profit, took billions in funding from Microsoft to become a for-profit business.
India warns Apple it will proceed with antitrust case after company plays for time
Apple has said it fears it could be fined up to $38 billion if India’s competition watchdog uses its global turnover calculation for penalties
Wikipedia inks AI deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity as it marks 25th birthday
Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia written by volunteers, is embracing artificial intelligence to mark its 25th anniversary
Tiger Global’s $1.6 billion Flipkart exit taxable in India: Supreme Court
Tiger Global had invested in Flipkart in its early years through Mauritius-based entities -- Tiger Global International II, III and IV Holdings.
Realme 16 5G Specifications Leak via Retailer Listing; to Feature Dimensity 6400 Chipset
The Realme 16 5G is rumoured to be in development as the successor to the Realme 15 5G, which was introduced in July 2025. While the company has yet to confirm its existence, the purported smartphone has surfaced via a retailer listing, revealing its key specifications and hinting towards its imminent debut in select markets. As per the listing, the Realme 16 5G has a 6.57-inch AMOLED screen and runs Android 16-based firmware.
Citi CEO Jane Fraser warns of more job cuts, looks to 'raise the bar'
Citigroup, a New York-based bank whose performance has long lagged below that of other major US lenders, has made streamlining the business and reducing waste a top priority. The bank has undergone a makeover under Fraser, who took over in 2021. This includes reorganising its core business and selling off a large portion of its foreign retail division.
Wikipedia signs AI deal with Amazon, Meta, Microsoft and Perplexity on 25th anniversary: Here's what this means
Online crowdsourced encyclopedia Wikipedia, on its 25th anniversary, announced it has signed artificial intelligence deals with companies including Amazon, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Mistral AI, and Perplexity.
National Startup Day 2026, Edtech In 2026 & More
National Startup Day – AI In Focus India celebrates its fifth National Startup Day today. From the startup IPO boom…
U.S., Taiwan sign $250 billion trade deal, cutting tariffs on Taiwanese goods
Taiwan said the island's companies would specifically invest $250 billion in industries such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence applications and energy
Best All-in-One Laser Printers with Scanners 2026 in India
Laser printers remain a good choice for fast, reliable, and economical printing at home, in the office, and among small businesses. A laser printer uses a machine that relies on toner and heat-based technology, which means better performance for high-volume workloads and gives consistent quality in the output. Brands such as HP, Brother, Canon, and Epson have developed all-in-one laser printers over the years that can handle printing, scanning, copying, and even faxing.
National Startup Day 2026: AI Finds Its Moment
Just a year ago, we talked about the age of IPOs and celebrated the wave of maturity among late stage…
OTT Releases of the Week (Jan 12 - Jan 18): Taskaree, 120 Bahadur, Mastiii 4, Kalamkaval and More
New OTT releases this week bring action, drama, comedy, and nostalgia to Netflix, Prime Video, ZEE5, SonyLIV, and more.
Infosys might grow more than management’s expectations
Infosys has upgraded its FY26 guidance to 3–3.5%, but this figure excludes the impending closure of the Versent acquisition.
India moves ahead on EU deal as US pact hangs fire
NASA Says the Year 2025 Almost Became Earth's Hottest Recorded Year Ever
NASA’s latest global temperature analysis shows Earth remained extremely warm in 2025, nearly matching 2023 levels. Although cooler than record-setting 2024, last year ranked as the third warmest since 1880. Independent climate agencies worldwide reported similar results, reinforcing evidence of a persistent and long-term global warming trend.
Wicked: For Good OTT Release: Know When, Where to Watch the Musical Fantasy
Wicked: For Good is a musical fantasy adaptation that presents a fresh perspective on the witches of Oz, blending spectacle, emotion, and a message of goodness for Prime Video audiences. It is the prequel to Wicked.
Paul McCartney: Man on the Run OTT Release: When, Where to Watch the Biographical Music Documentary
Paul McCartney: Man on the Run is a critically appreciated music documentary that revisits the iconic Wings period and Paul McCartney’s personal life, now set to stream on Prime Video from February 27 February 2026.
Anantha Streaming Now: Everything You Need to Know About the Tamil Spiritual Drama
Anantha is a Tamil spiritual film that revolves around the life-changing experiences of individuals, where their lives are completely transformed with divine grace. The film explores the teachings of Shri Sathya Sai Baba.
Him Is Streaming Online: Know Where to Watch Jordan Peele's Psychological Horror
Now streaming on JioHotstar in India, Him (2025) is a psychological sports horror film produced by Jordan Peele. Directed by Justin Tipping, the film blends ambition, fear, and manipulation, earning an IMDb rating of 5.0/10.
