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60 days or leave: Indians with H1B visa struggling to survive after Meta and Amazon layoffs

60 days or leave: Indians with H1B visa struggling to survive after Meta and Amazon layoffs

India Today

Many Indian tech workers in the US are in a tough spot after layoffs from companies like Meta and Amazon. They have "only 60 days to find another employer" or must leave the country. Some are trying to switch to visitor visas, but it's getting harder to get approved.

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From MacBooks to gaming PCs: What students, gamers, and professionals should buy now

From MacBooks to gaming PCs: What students, gamers, and professionals should buy now

mint

Laptops for work and school are getting pricier again, while gaming PCs are becoming cheaper. This split is happening because brands are clearing out old stock before new graphics cards come out. Experts say, "timing now matters almost as much as specifications." So, if you're buying, now's a good time for gaming gear!

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5 big Gemini upgrades Google just announced

5 big Gemini upgrades Google just announced

NewsBytes

Google's Gemini app is getting a cool new look with its "Neural Expressive" design. It's got smoother animations, brighter colors, and better ways to show info. Google said, "The revamped app features a new design language 'Neural Expressive'," making it easier to see important stuff with pictures and videos.

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ET SME Growth Conclave 2026 to decode AI-driven growth for SMEs

ET SME Growth Conclave 2026 to decode AI-driven growth for SMEs

Economic Times

Get ready for the ET SME Growth Conclave 2026 on June 12th! It's all about how small businesses can use AI for growth. Sorav Jain will show how to "integrate AI into existing workflows" without big costs. You'll learn practical ways AI can help with daily tasks and boost sales. Register by May 31st!

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From Omni world model to Gemini 3.5 and smart audio glasses, biggest announcements from Google IO 2026

From Omni world model to Gemini 3.5 and smart audio glasses, biggest announcements from Google IO 2026

India Today

Google is putting AI at the heart of everything! At Google I/O 2026, they showed how AI is becoming a personal assistant. They announced Gemini 3.5 Flash and smart audio glasses. Google said, "AI agents at the forefront of all its biggest services." They're making YouTube and Docs smarter with new AI features.

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At Google I/O 2026, Alphabet rewrites search playbook, unveils Gemini 3.5 Flash

At Google I/O 2026, Alphabet rewrites search playbook, unveils Gemini 3.5 Flash

The Hindu

Google is changing its search forever, announcing the biggest upgrade in over 25 years on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The search box will now use AI, accepting images and videos, and can even "ask anything on your mind." This new AI Mode, with over a billion users, is a huge step forward.

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'Stuck' for your TN SSLC result? SMS & Digilocker are your 'lifeline' if sites crash.

'Stuck' for your TN SSLC result? SMS & Digilocker are your 'lifeline' if sites crash.

Economic Times

Tamil Nadu 10th results are out today! If the official websites get slow, don't worry. You can check your marks via SMS, WhatsApp by messaging "Hi" to 7845252525, or on DigiLocker. The department said, "students can check their Class X examination results." Helplines are also available for support.

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Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has a message for companies blaming AI for mass layoffs

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has a message for companies blaming AI for mass layoffs

India Today

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis says companies blaming AI for layoffs "lack imagination." He believes AI boosts productivity, allowing engineers to tackle more projects, not replace them. Hassabis suggested companies might use AI as an excuse for other motives. He said, "I have no idea why people are going around talking with certainty about that."

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7 AI-powered scams Indians are falling for in 2026: Deepfakes, fake HR calls and more

7 AI-powered scams Indians are falling for in 2026: Deepfakes, fake HR calls and more

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Scammers are using AI to trick Indians with fake job offers, cloned voices, and deepfake videos. They're even impersonating police, threatening "digital arrest" to get money. These scams are harder to spot because they sound professional. As one report noted, "AI-powered scams are becoming more sophisticated."

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Meta offers AI rival chatbots limited free WhatsApp access, sources say

Meta offers AI rival chatbots limited free WhatsApp access, sources say

Economic Times

Meta's giving rival AI chatbots free WhatsApp access in Europe, but there's a catch. They'll start charging after a certain usage limit. This move is to calm EU regulators looking into Meta's market power. Sources say, "Meta's current proposal is far from resolving any of the competition concerns."

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India's satellite-to-phone plan faces industry divide over telecom-led model

India's satellite-to-phone plan faces industry divide over telecom-led model

mint

India's new satellite-to-phone plan is causing a big disagreement! Telecom companies want to control everything, saying "it is essential to adopt a telecom service provider-led service delivery model." But some satellite firms worry this will hurt competition and create connectivity issues, as they want to connect directly with customers.

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Big Donald Trump order on AI, cybersecurity coming soon as White House begins crackdown on deepfakes

Big Donald Trump order on AI, cybersecurity coming soon as White House begins crackdown on deepfakes

Economic Times

President Trump is set to release a big order on AI and cybersecurity soon. This follows the US starting to enforce a law that makes tech companies remove deepfakes and other private images. Experts are watching closely, with one saying, "shoot first, ask questions never." The goal is to protect people, especially kids.

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