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Google confirmed its Made by Google event for August 12, where it will unveil the Pixel 11 series. The lineup features the Tensor G6 processor and new Gemini AI tools. Many leaks suggest storage might start at 256GB. Indian buyers can see the announcements on August 13 at 3:30 AM IST.
Cyan Worlds released a trailer for a new Myst game called Anglerfish, but the project died after failing to secure funding. Creative director Eric A. Anderson said, “Even the publishers who felt passionate about the project couldn't get their higher-ups to let the money flow.” The studio later laid off staff.
Gracenote’s India technology center is leading the company’s artificial intelligence development, including a new Model Context Protocol server for entertainment discovery. Ravi Madhira said, "We ensure these global AI solutions are enriched by deep domain knowledge." This new approach helps convert unstructured data into structured metadata in mere minutes.
JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is urging corporate leaders to join an industry group to address risks posed by AI. The outreach started in July and includes over 40 companies. Dimon said, "We are proud to support this important work," as firms look to share information on new threats.
Michael Burry warned of a 1987-style crash as the S&P 500 hit record highs on Tuesday. Burry said, “I continue to believe it is possible we are near a major top.” He currently shorts Nvidia, Tesla, and Palantir, despite the AI rally that pushed Wall Street to new closing peaks.
The Nandan Nilekani panel should reform India’s exam system using AI to reduce high-stakes pressure. The proposal suggests monthly computer-based tests and unique, randomized questions to stop paper leaks. By moving away from rote memory, students can build academic portfolios, making the admission process fairer and less stressful for families.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said he does not love every day of his job. In a video shared by Startup Archive, he explained that meaningful work requires struggle and effort. He noted, “You have to suffer and struggle to appreciate what you have done,” making success feel more rewarding.
Amol Walvekar co-founded Anchor in San Francisco to use AI agents for finance operations. After gaining experience at WePay and Bolt, he saw how manual work slowed down businesses. He raised funds from Village Global before AtoB acquired his skills. Now, he continues his work in the applied AI wave.
Shares of Sterlite Technologies and HFCL rallied 5% each on Wednesday after reports that the US administration is considering a ban on Chinese data centre equipment. "Transceivers definitely pose a risk," said expert Divyansh Kaushik. Meanwhile, HFCL also got attention for its planned ₹400 crore capacity expansion in optical fibre.
The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party released findings on Tuesday, August 4, warning that Chinese telecom firms remain embedded in US infrastructure. Despite losing federal licenses, these companies kept routers and data center footholds, creating risks for American network security.
Google will launch its Pixel 11 series in California next week. The new Pixel 11 Pro Fold is expected to feature an 8-inch OLED display and the Tensor G6 chipset. Many fans are excited as the device could start at a price of $1,899 in the US market soon.
Lenovo revealed the Legion Y700 AI will launch in China later this month with a slimmer, lighter design. The tablet features an 8.4-inch OLED display with 4,000 nits peak brightness. It uses a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and offers up to 24GB RAM, promising high performance for mobile gamers.