IT rules amendments may create obligations outside law: Nasscom

Industry body Nasscom and digital rights groups argue that draft IT second amendment rules shouldn't create new obligations outside the IT Act's framework. Concerns are raised that advisories could become binding, bypassing parliamentary review and leading to over-censorship. The rules' extension to ordinary users and AI-generated content also sparks significant technical and legal questions.

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NEET UG 2026 objection window expected shortly at neet.nta.nic.in after OMR sheet upload

The National Testing Agency is expected to open the NEET UG 2026 objection window shortly after uploading scanned OMR answer sheets on the official website. The provisional answer keys were released on May 6, 2026, following the examination held on May 3. Candidates will be able to challenge responses through the NEET portal once the facility is activated. Over 22 lakh candidates appeared for the examination conducted across India and international centres under extensive security and monitoring arrangements.

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Paperwork causing AI mission lag as startups flag funding, IP concerns

IndiaAI mission startups face delays in formal agreements, impacting non-compute support and raising IP concerns. While compute access is provided, founders report operational hurdles and potential timeline shifts due to pending MoUs. The government is exploring advance payments to mitigate these issues.

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Schools reach out to Canvas hackers as breach hits US classrooms

A cybercriminal group, ShinyHunters, stole vast amounts of student data from the educational platform Canvas. Some affected schools and universities reportedly tried to negotiate directly with the hackers. The breach caused disruptions for students. Canvas' parent company, Instructure, investigated the incident and has since restored services.

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OnlyFans sells minority stake to Architect Capital at $3.15 billion valuation: Report

Adult content platform OnlyFans has agreed to a significant deal. Investment firm Architect Capital is acquiring a 16% stake for $535 million. This transaction values OnlyFans at $3.15 billion. The platform gained immense popularity during the pandemic. It allows adult content creators to earn through subscriptions. OnlyFans has achieved over $1 billion in annual revenue.

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Paris public prosecutor opens judicial investigation into Elon Musk and X

The legal landscape around Elon Musk's X social media platform is heating up as Paris prosecutors announce a formal inquiry into allegations of algorithmic misconduct and dubious data reporting. This investigation, which involves the oversight of judges, comes after Musk missed an important court summons. The scope of the probe also encompasses X.

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The growing pay gap: AI skills drive 60% higher salaries in tech

AI-skilled professionals are commanding significant pay premiums, earning up to 60% more than their peers in other tech fields. This widening salary gap is expected to persist and grow over the next two to three years as companies increasingly adopt AI-influenced pay frameworks and automation impacts entry-level roles.

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