Harvard ends women’s symposium as DEI focus shifts to gender‑neutral program

Harvard University has cancelled a long-standing symposium for women faculty due to legal concerns over single-gender events. While the university plans a gender-neutral replacement, faculty worry about reduced mentoring and networking for women scholars. The move aligns with Harvard's broader review of diversity programs amid federal scrutiny, aiming to balance legal compliance with faculty support.

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OpenAI developing AI devices including smart speaker: Report

OpenAI has more than 200 people ​working on a ​family of AI-powered devices that will ​include a smart speaker and possibly smart glasses and a smart lamp.

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Livspace lays off 1,000 employees, cofounder Saurabh Jain exits amid AI-led overhaul

A spokesperson for the Bengaluru-based startup said in a statement that the workforce reduction was part of a measured, phased transition as the company integrates AI agents and automation across core functions, including sales, design, operations and marketing.

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Lucid trims 12% of workforce as it seeks profitability: Report

Lucid is ​laying off 12% ‌of its ⁠workforce ⁠to "improve ​operational effectiveness ​and optimize our ​resources ⁠as ‌we ​continue ​on ⁠our path toward ​profitability," TechCrunch reported ​on Friday, ‌citing an ​internal ​memo.

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Columbia and other universities at risk as court lifts block on DEI orders: Legal battle shifts to remanded proceedings

A federal appeals court has permitted President Trump's orders against diversity programs at federally funded institutions to move forward. This decision allows federal agencies to review and potentially cut funding for equity-focused initiatives at universities. Columbia University has already adjusted its DEI policies. The ruling renews uncertainty for universities reliant on federal research grants.

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India–Europe push joint AI ecosystem to cut US, China dependence

Europe and India are aligning to build a sovereign and sustainable AI stack that reduces reliance on US and Chinese technology, with deeper collaboration across infrastructure, chips, software and manufacturing, Emmanuel Le Roux, head and CEO of France-based advanced computing firm Bull, told ET.

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Worried about jobs and AI, Americans are heading back to school to stay ahead

Amid a fragile US labour market and growing fears over artificial intelligence, many Americans are returning to school as a strategic safeguard. A survey by the American College of Education found most reenrolled to boost pay or protect job stability, with automation concerns rising sharply, even among managers and business owners.

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