Tech layoff continues; ITC Infotech-Happiest Minds to merge

Happy Tuesday! Tech giants Oracle and Microsoft are planning to restructure their India workforces. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Round 1 offers MBBS and BDS admission to 10,509 students across state quota; check cutoff marks

Maharashtra CET Cell has released Round 1 State Quota admissions for MBBS and BDS for 2026-27. A total of 10,509 students received admission opportunities against 10,646 seats. MBBS accounted for 8,065 allotments and BDS for 2,444. Reserved PwD and Orphan seats remain vacant in both courses. Candidates must report physically with original documents and fees between August 31 and September 4, 2026.

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Big firms eye ISRO's rocket tech; DealShare's sale talks

Happy Monday! Big industrial groups are vying to get a piece of ISRO’s heavy rocket technology. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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TS LAWCET 2026 round 2 seat allotment list released: Check steps to download here

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has released the TS LAWCET 2026 round two seat allotment list. Candidates must pay tuition fees and report to colleges by September 5, 2026. Those who did not secure a seat should await vacant seat information. Accepting a phase two seat cancels any previous allotment for the candidate. Further updates and instructions will be available on the official TS LAWCET website.

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ICAR AIEEA PG, AICE-JRF/SRF results 2026 declared: Direct link to download scorecards here

The National Testing Agency has announced the 2026-27 ICAR PG and Ph.D. entrance exam results. Over 42,000 candidates registered for these competitive examinations conducted in July. Scorecards are now available for download on the official ICAR examination website. Challenges to provisional answer keys were reviewed before the final results were processed. Candidates should consult the e-Prospectus for further admission-related information.

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Meet the 19-year-old Indian student in the UAE who uses AI to tackle real-world problems in farming, transport and deepfake detection

Bashaar Naik, a young innovator, focuses on solving real-world problems with technology. He developed AI systems to predict soil mineral concentrations and estimate vehicle fuel consumption. Naik also created a browser extension to detect deepfakes and combat digital misinformation. His work has earned him multiple awards and recognition for innovation and community contributions. The UAE's supportive environment fostered his drive to create opportunities for others.

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Social media influencers don entrepreneurial hat; launch VC-backed consumer brands

The rise of social media influencers has given birth to a new wave of consumer brands, garnering tremendous venture capital interest.

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OpenAI to end partnership with SpaceX's Cursor

OpenAI ‌said ​it ​was ⁠not confident that SpaceX ​would use its technology "within ​our terms of service."

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SBI PO prelims result 2026 released at sbi.bank.in: Direct link to download scorecards here

The State Bank of India (SBI) has declared the Probationary Officer (PO) Prelims Result 2026 for candidates who appeared in the August 1 and 2 examination. The result is available on the official SBI Careers portal. Candidates shortlisted through the preliminary stage can now proceed to the Mains examination for recruitment against 1,500 PO vacancies.

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Block deals test valuations; gig platforms quit welfare board

Happy Friday! Block deals are putting startups’ private valuations to the test. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Infosys invests in AI enterprise procurement startup Aerchain

Infosys has invested an undisclosed amount in Bengaluru-based AI procurement startup Aerchain through its Infosys Innovation Fund. Founded in 2019, Aerchain offers an AI-powered procurement platform for enterprises. The investment follows its $13 million funding round in March.

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ET Startup Awards 2026 | Woman Ahead: Palmonas, Progcap share crown for building across sectors

Palmonas cofounder Pallavi Mohadikar and Progcap cofounder Pallavi Shrivastava jointly won the Woman Ahead award at the ET Startup Awards 2026. The jury recognised their distinct journeys in building high-impact businesses in jewellery and supply-chain finance, as both founders tackle underserved markets in the country.

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Anthropic to rent AI computing power from Nscale for $45 billion

Anthropic ⁠has been aggressively expanding its computing power to meet demand ​growth it expects for products like AI coding tool, Claude ​Code. Nscale, a cloud infrastructure provider, will deploy Nvidia's new Vera Rubin chips to support Anthropic's computing needs, ​the person said.

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AMI’s Nvidia chip bet; Groww’s new growth play

Happy Wednesday! AMI has ordered 9,000 Nvidia Vera Rubin chips, becoming one of Asia’s first such adopters. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Brazil fines TikTok owner ByteDance for unlawful processing of teenagers' data

ANPD said that the local unit of China's ByteDance had processed personal data of teenagers aged 13 to 18 without a valid legal basis. The regulator estimated that, during the period under review, TikTok may have processed the data of at least 8 ‌million children, reflecting ⁠what it ⁠described as shortcomings in the platform's age-verification system.

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Gurgaon schools shift online, offices adopt WFH today amid heavy rainfall, waterlogging and traffic disruption

Gurugram schools have shifted to online classes today, August 25, 2026, while corporate and private offices have been advised to operate under Work From Home arrangements following heavy rainfall. The DDMA issued the advisory after around 75 mm of rain caused widespread waterlogging, stranded school buses and severe traffic disruption across key roads. The IMD has issued an orange alert, while civic teams are carrying out pumping, drainage and road maintenance work.

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ETSA 2026: Jury to pick winners today; SoftBank trims Lenskart stake

The day has arrived! The elite jury of The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 will convene in Bengaluru today to select the brightest stars in India’s startup galaxy. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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ETSA 2026: Elite jury meets today to crown startup ecosystem's best

A distinguished jury led by Wipro’s Rishad Premji will select winners for the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards. The awards recognise entrepreneurial excellence across categories including innovation, women-led ventures and social enterprise. The coveted Startup of the Year nominees include Porter, Skyroot Aerospace, Rapido, Meesho, Groww and Sarvam.

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KVS NVS Tier-2 Result 2026 released for PGT Physics and key non-teaching posts; check status

KVS NVS Tier-2 Result 2026: CBSE has declared the KVS and NVS Tier-II recruitment examination results for PGT Physics, Vice Principal and Stenographer Grade-II posts. The results were announced on August 23, 2026, under Recruitment Notification No. RECTT. NOTIFICATION/01/2025. Candidates can check their individual result or shortlisting status through the application portal using their login credentials. The Tier-II examinations were held from March 27 to March 31, 2026, with results being released in phases.

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Alibaba stock slumps in Hong Kong after $10.2 billion share placement to fund AI

Alibaba said on Sunday its HK$80 billion ($10.21 billion) share placement finalised at HK$112.70 apiece - an 8.4% discount to its Friday ‌close - is ⁠aimed at ⁠funding AI-related development, as it redoubles AI bets amid competition and simmering Sino-U.S. tech ​rivalry.

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VCs chase deeptech; AI takeaways from ET's WLF

Happy Monday! Specialist VC funds are expanding beyond their traditional sectors to invest more in deeptech. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Meet the IIT Bombay graduate who rejected an ISRO job to build a Rs 1,000 crore startup

Manoj Meena rejected an ISRO offer to pursue engineering that solved real problems. He and Sibabrata Das founded Atomberg Technologies in 2012, initially taking on diverse engineering projects. After four years, they focused on energy-efficient BLDC motor fans, launching the Gorilla brand in 2015. The company faced investor doubt and near bankruptcy before securing crucial funding in 2019. Atomberg then expanded into smart appliances, achieving significant revenue and recognition.

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HP TET June 2026 result declared at hpbose.org: Direct link to download scorecards here

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education has announced the HP TET June 2026 examination results. A total of 29,900 candidates appeared for the examinations, with 6,744 successfully qualifying. The overall pass percentage for the examinations stood at 22.56 percent. Special Educator TET (Class VI to XII) achieved the highest pass percentage at 93.18 percent. Candidates can check their individual results on the official HPBOSE website.

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NEET PG 2026: CGHS debunks fake notice claiming Wellness Centres will remain closed from August 27 to 31

The Central Government Health Scheme has denied a fake notice about center closures. This unauthorized notice falsely claimed centers would close for NEET-PG exam duty. All CGHS Wellness Centres will operate normally during the specified future dates. Administrative arrangements will ensure services remain unaffected for all beneficiaries. Citizens should rely only on official CGHS sources for accurate information.

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TikTok agrees to $400 million US children's privacy settlement

The Justice Department sued TikTok and ByteDance in 2024 for allegedly failing to protect children's privacy, and ‌illegally collecting their ⁠information.

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The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026: Nominees for Startup of the Year and Midas Touch

Happy Friday! We are excited to bring to you the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). A few days before our esteemed jury convenes to pick the winners, we reveal nominees for the most coveted categories: Startup of the Year and Midas Touch for the best investor.

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ET Startup Awards 2026: Nominees for Startup of the Year

The ET Startup of the Year will be characterised by breakthrough innovation, top-class execution and fast-paced growth. The quality of the founding and management team will be an important component in decision making.

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The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026: Nominees for Woman Ahead and Social Enterprise

Happy Thursday! The ETtech team has been preparing for the past few months to bring you the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). Today, we are unveiling the nominees for two more categories: Woman Ahead and Social Enterprise.

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ET Startup Awards 2026: Nominees for Woman Ahead

This award recognises women entrepreneurs who have built their own ventures and are competing with the best in the industry. To qualify, nominees must be serving as CEOs of their startups, unless the company does not have a CEO-designated role.

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OpenAI slows advanced AI development after cyberattack

ChatGPT creator OpenAI said Tuesday that it was tapping the brakes on development of its most advanced AI model and tightening internal controls, a month after revealing a cyberattack carried out by one of its rogue models. OpenAI also said Tuesday that it was developing a new system to peer into the internal reasoning of models and sound the alarm to humans within 30 minutes of suspicious behavior.

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Bihar Police Constable result 2026 declared; 19,681 candidates qualify for PET and PST

CSBC Bihar Police Constable result 2026: CSBC Bihar has declared the written examination result for Prohibition Constable, Warder and Mobile Squad Constable recruitment. Of 5,34,669 evaluated candidates, 19,681 have qualified for PET and PST. The recruitment covers 4,236 vacancies, while the examination attracted more than 11 lakh valid applications. The next stage includes a race, high jump, shot put and physical measurements. Candidates can check their results and roll numbers on the CSBC website.

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New-age stocks take off; Swiggy goes Indian

Happy Wednesday! India’s new-age companies are gaining ground in public markets as more startups go public. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Meta rejects allegations it sought to hook children as landmark trial begins

Four lead states - California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey - accuse Meta of designing Facebook and Instagram to hook young users, fueling anxiety, depression and even suicide, and misleading consumers about the platforms' safety.

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ET Startup Awards 2026: Nominees for Best on Campus

The Best on Campus award will showcase a startup whose impact can be judged both by the idea and the execution. The founders should have been students whose aim was to build a commercial enterprise.

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Nvidia to provide up to $105 billion guarantee for OpenAI's Ohio data centre

The new deal is the latest example of Nvidia financing the infrastructure built around its chips, a strategy that helps drive demand but has also raised questions about circular funding flows between the ‌chip giant and its ⁠customers. Huang said the new deal was not circular financing and that Nvidia is using "its scale and long-term visibility" to help.

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Stripe clinches over $7 billion deal to buy AI firm OpenRouter

The deal, just months after OpenRouter raised money at a reported $1.3 billion valuation, underscores the demand from businesses to find the most cost-friendly AI solutions. It could also give Stripe, a payments processing firm, a stronger footing in the fast-growing artificial intelligence sector.

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Unveiling The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 high-powered jury

We’re back with the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). However hectic it gets for the ETtech team, the thrill of sifting through the best of Indian entrepreneurship makes up for every late night in the newsroom.

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US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China

By pressing countries to choose sides the US hopes to starve China of resources in a race to make the most sophisticated AI, which ​could be used for military or economic dominance. In July, Chinese President Xi Jinping launched a rival "World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization", promoting his country's open-weight technology as a challenge to US influence over the fast-moving sector.

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UGC NET June 2026 answer key today at ugcnet.nta.nic.in: Check response sheet and objection window details

UGC NET answer key 2026: NTA is releasing the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key today, August 16, along with candidates' response sheets and question papers. The examination covered 87 subjects and was conducted in CBT mode. Candidates will be able to challenge provisional answers during the objection window, with the exact closing date to be notified. The final answer key is expected in the fourth week of August, followed by the June session result and scorecards in the last week.

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ICAI CA September 2026 admit cards released; check dates, download details and steps for discrepancies

ICAI CA admit card 2026: ICAI has released admit cards for the September 2026 CA Foundation and Intermediate examinations through its e-Services Portal. Candidates can download hall tickets using their SSP ID, with the staggered release completing on August 17, 2026. The article details the examination schedules, procedures for correcting name, photograph and signature discrepancies, and steps for centre, group or medium-related errors. It also covers the November 2026 CA Final mock test schedule and the deadline for surrendering exemption.

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PayPal in talks with Stripe and private equity firm over sale: report

In July, Stripe and private equity firm Advent International made a joint offer to buy the digital payments pioneer for $60.50 a share, which would have valued PayPal at around $53 billion, according to media reports. PayPal has struggled to compete with other payments providers including Apple Pay and Google Pay.

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Meet Anusha Arora, the 15-year-old Washington student who built an AI music therapy platform using finger sensors and won $50,000

Anusha Arora, a 15-year-old student from Bellevue, Washington, has won $50,000 at Regeneron ISEF 2026 for Harmony, an AI-powered music therapy platform. Using finger sensors and 11 AI programmes, the device detects emotions and generates personalised music and visuals. Inspired by her mother, Arora found the platform reduced stress and anxiety while improving engagement.

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Inside failed Uber-Rapido merger talks; Honasa’s strong Q1 report

Happy Friday! Uber and Rapido explored combining their India ride-hailing operations in May, sources told us. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Zetwerk files updated IPO draft papers to raise Rs 2,600 crore

The Bengaluru-based company had received Sebi approval on July 10 for its IPO, clearing the way for one of the largest listings by a new-age manufacturing company. It had submitted its pre-filed DRHP through Sebi’s confidential filing route in late March.

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An IIT Guwahati and Harvard graduate quit her 9-to-5 after a decade. What she discovered about work is resonating with young professionals

Charmie Kapoor’s decision to leave her 9-to-5 after nearly a decade has prompted reflection on ambition, identity and the meaning of success. Without a regular salary or corporate routine, she explored personal projects, creative work, exercise and entrepreneurship. Influenced by nihilism, existentialism and absurdism, Kapoor says her understanding of purpose is evolving. Even after receiving an opportunity from a leading startup, she chose to continue building independently, finding greater happiness in balancing achievement with contentment and freedom.

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New-age listing-day gains fade fast; IT deals up for renewal

Happy Thursday! Some of the best-received new-age IPOs are now trading below their issue price, ET analysis shows. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Paytm senior executives get Sebi notice for 'timing' of 2023 regulatory disclosure

The Sebi notice, dated August 11, has asked the executives to explain the timing of a disclosure the company made on December 6, 2023, when it revealed plans to pull back on small loans under Rs 50,000 - mostly comprising its "buy now, pay later" offering. The move had come shortly after India's central bank tightened rules on unsecured lending.

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Oracle, Quantinuum partner to bring quantum computing to cloud

Under the deal, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure customers will gain ​access to Quantinuum's Helios quantum computer through OCI's quantum service, ​allowing them to combine quantum computing with Oracle's graphics-processing and high-performance computing services.

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Accel’s $550 million India fund; South Park Commons bets on deeptech

Happy Wednesday! Venture capital firm Accel has raised its ninth India fund. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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AI startup Manus to resume independent operations as deal with Meta unwinds

"As part of our ​transition back to independent operations and to ​comply with regulatory requirements in specific jurisdictions, data generated by certain users ​on/after December 29, ⁠2025" will ‌be deleted later this ​month, ​Manus said in a statement.

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Yulu, Bounce chase fresh funds; MPs target social media

Happy Tuesday! Yulu and Bounce Infinity are back in the funding market as rising delivery demand gives them a fresh boost. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Boeing to divest tech ventures for stake in air-taxi startup

Boeing announced an agreement Monday to divest its air taxi and two other technology ventures to Archer Aviation for a stake in the startup. In its May earnings release, Archer said it had completed the "phase three" of the Federal Aviation Administration's four-phase certification process for its Midnight air taxi vehicle.

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Uttarakhand issues orange alert for four districts; schools closed in Bageshwar today

Schools up to Class 12 in Bageshwar district will remain closed today, August 10. This decision follows a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall for the region. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for four districts including Bageshwar. Other districts in Uttarakhand are under a yellow alert due to weather forecasts. Authorities have asked all districts to remain alert and take necessary precautionary measures.

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LinkedIn CEO on AI Jobs, Agentic Hiring and the AI Slop Problem

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NEET UG Counselling 2026: MCC Begins Round 1 Choice Filling; Check AIQ, State-wise Counselling Status

NEET UG Counselling 2026 has entered a crucial phase with MCC opening Round 1 choice filling for AIQ seats and a reset facility for correcting registration errors. Meanwhile, state counselling is progressing at different stages across Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Punjab. Revised PwBD guidelines also add another important requirement for eligible candidates.

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Space for Good India Challenge 2026: University students can win up to Rs 5 lakh; check details

The Space for Good India Challenge 2026, launched by Viasat, invites university students across India to develop innovative space and satellite technology solutions for real-world challenges. Participants can explore areas such as connectivity, disaster management, digital access and cybersecurity. With cash prizes of up to Rs 5 lakh, finalists will also receive expert mentorship and industry exposure.

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Meet Rajeshwari Suve M, who cleared UPSC prelims on her fifth attempt and went on to secure an impressive AIR 2

Rajeshwari Suve M’s UPSC journey is a powerful story of resilience and persistence. After clearing the Preliminary Examination on her fifth attempt, she went on to secure All India Rank 2 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025. Her journey from Tamil Nadu to the country’s top ranks highlights how learning from setbacks, refining strategy and staying committed can turn adversity into achievement.

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DU placement drive 2026 brings 75+ recruiters, 500 students together for career opportunities

Delhi University organised its 2026 placement drive, bringing together more than 75 organisations and over 500 participants. Students from tourism, lifelong learning, social sciences and distance education programmes interacted with recruiters and industry professionals across sectors. The university said it will continue such employment-focused initiatives to strengthen industry-academia ties and widen students’ career opportunities.

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Optimized builds satellites to focus on Earth, space traffic

Optimized operates through separately registered companies, including Optimized Solutions and Bengaluru-based Optimized Electrotech.

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OpenAI’s new device will be hockey puck-sized and cost over $300

The product — essentially a smart speaker without a display — will be shaped like a doughnut that’s roughly the size of a hockey puck, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the work is confidential. The idea is to make the device easy to carry around the home with one hand.

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Hackers targeted US private equity, other firms including Blackstone, CME, data shows

The data shows the ​hackers devised websites aimed at stealing passwords from employees of private equity firms and companies including Blackstone, Bridgewater Associates, Apollo Global Management, Bain Capital, ​KKR, TPG, CME Group and Moody's, as well as a host of financial companies and other businesses. Internet company Google said in a blog post about the hacking campaign published on Thursday that the hackers operate under a range of names, including Redact, Pink, Falcon, and Helix.

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Wakefit reports Rs 23 crore net profit in Q1, revenue up 17%

Founded in 2016, Wakefit initially focused on sleep-related products such as mattresses, pillows, and bed frames before expanding to a broader home portfolio including sofas, dining sets, wardrobes, study tables, and bookshelves.

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HTET Result 2026 declared at htet.eapplynow.com; scorecards available for PRT, TGT and PGT candidates

HTET Result 2026: The Board of School Education Haryana has declared the HTET Result 2026 for examinations conducted on July 4 and 5. Candidates can download their scorecards from the official website using their login credentials. The result follows the review of objections submitted against the provisional answer key. Qualified candidates will undergo biometric verification from August 10 to 12. HTET covers PRT, TGT and PGT eligibility levels for teacher recruitment in Haryana.

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Impact of MDR’s return; KKR veterans to anchor new fund

Happy Thursday! Competition in the payments space may change with merchant fees on UPI potentially making a comeback. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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ICMAI releases June 2026 results; 7,885 complete Intermediate course, 4,220 clear Final course: Direct link

ICMAI June 2026 results: The Institute of Cost Accountants of India has declared the June 2026 examination results for the Intermediate and Final courses under Syllabus 2022. The result analysis includes group-wise pass percentages, candidate performance and course completion figures. A total of 7,885 candidates completed the Intermediate course, while 4,220 completed the Final course. The Institute also released the provisional rank lists, with Raunak Jain topping the Intermediate examination and Mokshit Vamsi Krishna Mattupalli securing first rank in the Final examination.

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Nvidia bets on Sarvam AI; Sidbi eases fund rules for VCs

Happy Wednesday! Sarvam’s Pratyush Kumar has confirmed adding Nvidia to the AI startup’s captable. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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OpenAI pays $3.2 million in US probe over hiring foreign workers

The Justice Department in a release said that OpenAI and Statsig, which makes product development software, recruited foreign workers ‌for some ⁠open ⁠positions and took various steps to discourage US workers from applying. That included requiring them to ​mail paper applications instead of submitting electronic ones, advertising jobs on the radio late at night, ​and not posting the openings on an external website, the Justice Department said.

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Palantir lifts annual revenue forecast on steady demand for AI-powered data analytics

Palantir Technologies increased its annual revenue forecast significantly. Strong government and commercial demand fuels this optimistic outlook for the company. Its artificial intelligence platform attracts businesses seeking advanced technology integration. US government revenue saw substantial growth, while commercial projections also rose. This performance counters claims that enterprise AI does not scale beyond initial projects.

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Govt moves to allow MDR; Qcomm braces for festive rush

Happy Tuesday! The government is proposing changes that could bring back merchant fees on select UPI transactions. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Quick commerce race cuts product launch cycles to weeks

Companies are shrinking product innovation cycles to three months or less. Quick commerce platforms now drive seventy-five percent of total digital sales. This rapid growth allows for faster testing and market entry strategies. Consumers now trigger purchases based on immediate needs and occasions. Product launches are happening within two weeks depending on market trends.

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AI, semiconductors and quantum computing will shape future of this century: Devendra Fadnavis

Fadnavis was addressing a gathering at the inauguration of the AI Centre of Competency powered by NVIDIA at Ramdeobaba University in Nagpur.

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MHT CET CAP Round 1 allotment 2026 released at cetcell.mahacet.org; candidates must complete seat acceptance by August 5

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra has released the provisional CAP Round 1 allotment list for engineering and management admissions. Candidates must complete seat acceptance, fee payment and institute reporting between August 3 and August 5, 2026, according to their allotment status. Those opting for Betterment can retain their current seat while remaining eligible for subsequent rounds. The counselling process will continue through four CAP rounds before institute-level admissions begin.

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Fintechs chase new revenue; Flipkart’s food delivery launch

Happy Monday! As core growth cools, India's listed fintechs are diversifying fast and launching new products. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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India's data centre capacity may reach 3-3.6 GW by 2030, hyperscalers to drive growth: Axis Capital

The report noted that publicly announced capacity targets of 6-8 GW by 2030 appear aggressive. A more realistic estimate is 3.4-3.6 GW of planned capacity by mid-2030, while actual operational capacity could be closer to 2.8 GW. This reflects challenges around execution, power availability, equipment supply and construction timelines.

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When rogue AI launches a cyberattack, who is legally responsible?

Rogue AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic recently attacked online platforms. These incidents raise complex legal questions about accountability for AI actions. Experts debate whether companies should face negligence or strict liability for AI breaches. Proving foreseeability of such AI breakouts will become easier for future lawsuits. The legal landscape for AI-driven cyber incidents remains largely unwritten.

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