Google commits $300mn to empower media houses
San Francisco, March 21 (IANS) In a bid to help news organisations thrive in the digital age, Google has committed $300 million over the next three years as part of the Google News Initiative (GNI)….
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Facebook data breach: Where is Mark Zuckerberg?
San Francisco, March 21 (IANS) With Facebook getting mired in its biggest-ever controversy following a massive data breach, everyone is asking one question: Where is its CEO Mark Zuckerberg? Not only Zuckerberg has remained quiet…
Google celebrates Ustad Bismillah Khan’s 102nd birthday
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Search engine Google on Wednesday paid tribute to Shehnai maestro Ustad Bismillah Khan, one of India’s most beloved musicians, on his 102nd birth anniversary with a special doodle. The doodle,…
EU, British lawmakers asks Facebook’s chief to clarify data breach
Brussels, March 21 (IANS) European Union (EU) and British lawmakers demanded on Tuesday that social media giant Facebook should clarify data breach following revelations that personal data was massively misused for political purposes. “We have…
Samsung India launches ‘Flip’ at Rs 300,000
New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Samsung India on Tuesday launched a new interactive digital display “Samsung Flip” priced at Rs 300,000. “Samsung Flip” facilitates collaborative digital engagement by alleviating the most prominent challenges businesses face…
Dassault Systemes aims for double-digit growth in 2018
New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Envisioning huge potential for Cloud adoption in India, Dassault Systemes aims to achieve a double-digit growth in the country in the financial year, says a top executive. “Inspite of some…
Kotak announces digital-first growth strategy
Mumbai, March 20 (IANS) Kotak Mahindra Bank on Tuesday announced its digital-first organic growth strategy to make banking more accessible for customers by integrating technology, design and customisation across its products and services. Kotak’s Executive…
IDEMIA: Easier Travel with the Biometric Innovations Presented at Passenger Terminal Expo (20–22 March 2018)
Business Wire IndiaIDEMIA, the global leader in Augmented Identity, has announced his attendance to Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE) 2018, the world’s biggest aviation industry exhibition. Bringing together all industry stakeholders, including airlines, airport operators and…
UK data watchdog seeks warrant to search Cambridge Analytica Hq
New York/London, March 20 (IANS) The UK Information Commissioner on Tuesday sought a court warrant to enter the London headquarters of political data analytics consultancy Cambridge Analytica that worked with Donald Trump’s election team and…
Vodafone’s job initiative to help 5 mn Indians find work
Mumbai, March 20 (IANS) Telecom service provider Vodafone on Tuesday announced the launch of a new digital skills and jobs initiative that aims to help five million youth in India and 10 million young people…
MIPAQ™ Pro, the Intelligent Device for Smart Grids
Business Wire IndiaInfineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) has optimized its high power intelligent power module (IPM) MIPAQ™ Pro for the fields of energy storage and smart grid. Customers now profit from complete…
Self-driving Uber car kills woman in US
San Francisco, March 20 (IANS) A self-driving Volvo SUV from the ride-hailing giant Uber traveling at 64 km per hour has killed a woman in the US state of Arizona, triggering a heated debate on…
Shopping on Instagram Goes Global with Shopify
Business Wire IndiaShopify Inc. (NYSE: SHOP) (TSX: SHOP), the leading multi-channel commerce platform, today announces its expanded integration with Instagram. The “shopping on Instagram” feature that allows businesses to tag products in Instagram posts is…
IDEMIA Partnering with Unisys to Provide Biometric Services for Home Affairs Department in Australia
Business Wire IndiaIDEMIA will provide a state-of-the-art biometric matching engine solution for the Australian Department of Home Affairs (Home Affairs), underlying in particular the processing of visas, border crossings and citizenship applications. Working with prime…
Twitter India steps in to bridge blood donation gap
Bengaluru, March 20 (IANS) Aiming to create more awareness and bridge the demand-supply gap for blood units in India, Twitter India on Tuesday launched a new social initiative called #BloodMatters. According to a report by…
itel Mobile launches 2 budget smartphones in India
New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Refreshing its budget line-up, China-based Transsion Holdings itel Mobile on Tuesday launched two smartphones S42 and A44 in India for Rs 8,499 and Rs 5,799, respectively. “We are excited to…
WhatsApp message to wrong number got this man hitched
London, March 20 (IANS) Love is beautiful… Perhaps a little more so when someone finds it without putting much of an effort. But can it blossom even from an innocent WhatsApp message sent to a…
Google to let users shop through Search, Assistant
San Francisco, March 20 (IANS) Google announced on Monday the launch of a new programme called “Shopping Actions” that gives users an option to shop products on its virtual assistant and Search with a universal…
Dassault Systemes’ Cloud business to drive India’s electric vehicles adoption
New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Announcing its Cloud offerings for India, 3D Experience major Dassault Systemes on Tuesday said its growing Cloud business in India could drive electric vehicles adoption. “Dassault Syst?mes has placed the…
Cuba to expand internet despite US ‘subversion’: Minister
Havana, March 20 (IANS) Cuba is set to continue expanding internet access despite the US’ new “political programme” aimed at carrying out “subversive activities” in the country, a minister said. At the inauguration of the…