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10 biggest numbers from Google quarter that has made 'history'

Alphabet reported a strong second quarter with $119.8 billion in revenue. Google Cloud saw an impressive 82% year-over-year revenue jump. Gemini app reached 950 million active users, and Search AI Mode crossed one billion. YouTube advertising revenue increased by 13% to over $11 billion. Google's AI models are processing 22 billion tokens every minute.

Mark Cuban to firms using AI agents to cut jobs: Employees know

Mark Cuban argues AI agents may overlook human judgment in business decisions. He believes people understand consequences which AI models currently do not grasp. Anthropic's report suggests AI has not yet significantly increased unemployment rates. AI currently augments human expertise rather than fully replacing workers. Experts note AI's rapid advancement while human oversight remains essential.

Booked 2 plots, got no agreement: Delhi consumer panel orders builder to refund Rs 19.73 lakh

A consumer commission ordered a developer to refund nearly twenty lakh rupees. This decision followed a housing project delay and the absence of a signed agreement. The Indian Air Force officer had booked two plots and paid the full amount. He approached the commission after the developer refused a refund or alternative project. The commission ruled that without a binding contract, a refund was the appropriate resolution.

Charity 'heartbroken' as food ruined in break-in

Charity 'heartbroken' as food ruined in break-inImage caption, FareShare had to close after the theft on TuesdayByPeter Harris, North East and Cumbria correspondent and Pamela Bilalova, North East and CumbriaPublished1 minute agoA charity distributing food to the most needy said it had been "devastated" after thieves smashed their way into its warehouse, leaving tonnes of supplies ruined. They broke into the Teesside base of FareShare North East on Tuesday and cut the power to the charity's walk...

What we know about 20% cut to some business rates

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Explained: Why Cotton is India's "White Gold"

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) recently released a detailed backgrounder titled "White Gold: India's Cotton Story", tracing cotton's journey from cultivation to export and highlighting government schemes aimed at improving productivity, quality and market access. This makes cotton, one of India's oldest commercial crops, a relevant topic for both prelims and mains preparation, covering agriculture, trade and government schemes.

Sky's the Limit: The Explosive Surge in Premier League Transfer Fees

Business rates to be cut by 20% for England pubs, clubs and music venues

No 10 announces reprieve after Andy Burnham previously pledged to raise tax from e-commerce warehouses and channel it to cutting hospitality sector’s billsBusiness rates will be cut by 20% for pubs, clubs and live music venues across England from April next year, Downing Street has announced.The discount will apply to nearly 32,000 hospitality businesses and is expected to save a typical pub about £1,100 annually, but will not be available to the very largest live music venues. Continue reading....

Big bosses reveal the secret to getting hired

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Crystal Palace sports centre set for £130m revamp

Crystal Palace sports centre set for £130m revampImage source, GLAImage caption, The world-leading sports venue, which first opened in 1964, is set for a major upgrade ByCameron BlackshawLocal Democracy Reporting ServicePublished25 minutes agoPlans to transform and regenerate the world-leading Crystal Palace National Sports Centre are set to be approved by Bromley Council.The scheme include a revamp of the athletics stadium, indoor arena, and swimming and diving facilities.The project - spearhea...

Firm hacked by rogue OpenAI models says it is 'a wake up call'

Firm hacked by rogue OpenAI models says it is 'a wake up call'Image source, Bloomberg via Getty ImagesImage caption, Thomas Wolf, Hugging Face's co-founder and chief science officer ByOsmond ChiaBusiness reporterPublished3 minutes agoThe co-founder of Hugging Face, a technology start-up that was hacked after some of OpenAI's most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models went rogue, said on Thursday that the incident is "a wake up call" for the industry.Thomas Wolf told the BBC that "this wil...

Google makes history with quarterly profit more than 459 of Fortune 500 firms’ revenue

Alphabet achieved a historic quarterly profit exceeding one hundred billion dollars. This record profit was significantly boosted by investment gains from Anthropic and SpaceX. Google Cloud revenue also saw a substantial increase, contributing to overall growth. Despite these strong results, Alphabet's stock experienced a slight decline in trading. Investors remain watchful of rising expenses and competition in the AI sector.

Rupee rises to 96.49 against US dollar, rising oil prices limit gains

The Indian rupee saw a slight gain against the US dollar on Thursday. Rising crude oil prices continue to exert pressure on the currency. The Reserve Bank of India's intervention is expected to limit sharper losses. Foreign investors showed mixed sentiment in Indian equities and bonds. Stock markets opened on a weak note, with key indices falling.

IIT Delhi Roommates Built a ₹565 Crore Startup Transforming India's Cattle Market

IIT Delhi civil engineering graduates Neetu Yadav and Kirti Jangra chose an unconventional entrepreneurial path by building Animall Technologies, a digital marketplace for cattle trading. Starting as a weekend project in 2019, the startup aimed to solve challenges faced by dairy farmers buying and selling cows and buffaloes. Today, Animall is valued at around Rs 565 crore and is helping modernise India's largely offline cattle market by connecting farmers through technology and creating a more t...

More pulp, less tax: Govt hits sweet spot with 'aam' proposal to help Totapuri farmers

The government proposes a 5% GST rate for mango drinks with 22-25% real pulp. This move aims to revive Totapuri mango pulp demand and improve beverage quality. An expert committee studied Totapuri price declines and suggested solutions for farmers. Recommendations include price stabilization committees and orchard rejuvenation techniques. The government will consult ministries to finalize standards and the tax structure.

Oil prices touch six week high as Strait of Hormuz is 'completely closed'

Crude oil prices surged as Middle East conflict escalated on Thursday. Brent crude rose above $96 a barrel and WTI climbed past $88. Fresh attacks on oil tankers in the Red Sea fueled supply concerns. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed control of the Strait of Hormuz. Houthi naval blockades further amplified worries over global energy shipments.

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From Rags to Riches: 5 Self-Made Billionaires Who Defied the Odds

Discover the astonishing journeys of five self-made billionaires who transformed their lives from poverty to prosperity. Their incredible stories of resilience, innovation, and determination will inspire you to chase your dreams and redefine success!

China's Moonshot AI stole from Anthropic, Trump tech adviser says

China's Moonshot AI stole from Anthropic, Trump tech adviser saysImage source, Future Publishing via Getty ImagesImage caption, Kimi K3 is an AI model developed by Beijing-based Moonshot AI ByOsmond ChiaBusiness reporterPublished8 minutes agoA White House adviser has accused China's Moonshot AI of a "large scale" effort to steal the capabilities of top US artificial intelligence (AI) models.US President Donald Trump's Science and Technology adviser Michael Kratsios said Moonshot AI carried out t...

Trump scoffs at ‘affordability’ as he touts economic policies at Georgia rally

President visits swing state to promote ‘Trump accounts’ and says high prices lingering from Joe Biden’s presidency Donald Trump scoffed at the word “affordability” as a political message, describing it at a campaign rally on Wednesday as a term concocted by Democratic political consultants to criticize his presidency. Yet even as the president dismissed the notion of affordability, he devoted much of his speech at Wheeler high school to touting the bread-and-butter benefits of his economic poli...