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Новости за 19.12.2024

Columbus serves trespassing notices at dozens of homeless camps

NBC4i.com 

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- This year, the City of Columbus has seen more than 25,000 eviction filings.  On Wednesday, a different kind of eviction happened across the city as dozens of people were forced to move off land some of them have called home for years. NBC4 Investigates was there as multiple homeless camps packed up [...]

SUP Magazine: Amazon Is Selling Anker's $1,068 Portable Power Station for Only $499, and Shoppers Say It's 'Well-Designed'

Playak 

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services.  If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Useful household items on sale abound in this run up to the holidays, and online retailers like Amazon keep posting big savings on all sorts of great goods. Two essentials for the DIYer that have been slashed on the site—and are now both under $100—are this highly rated chop saw and this handy 142-piece tool set . But for those looki...

Deep-tech startups must explore alternative funding options, says VC report

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Indian deep tech startups have seen a 5.3 times increase in average seed check size over the past eight years, fueled by government initiatives and VC confidence. However, alternative funding is crucial to navigate initial challenges. While the sector is nascent, fostering exits is vital for building investor trust and driving future growth.

Fintech startup Curie Money raises $1.2 million from India Quotient, others

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Fintech startup Curie Money secured $1.2 million in seed funding to enhance its mutual fund-backed banking app. The platform, partnered with Yes Bank and ICICI Prudential, offers users up to 7.3% CAGR on savings through liquid funds and UPI transactions. The app recently launched with 1,000 beta users and aims to revolutionise personal finance in India.

P2P payments being evaluated for UPI One World: sources

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The UPI One World service, currently used by foreign travellers in India for merchant transactions, may soon expand to include interpersonal payments. This change would allow travellers to pay small vendors and individuals using UPI. However, challenges remain, including the need for physical KYC and limited awareness of the service.

An uphill task for new stockbrokers as Sebi cracks down on excessive speculative trades

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Despite regulatory hurdles impacting established brokers, new wealth-tech startups are entering the Indian stock market. Founders cite market under-penetration and economic growth as justification for their ventures, focusing on long-term investors and educational resources. However, high retail investor losses and a changing regulatory landscape pose major challenges.

Infosys invests Rs 426 crore in Kolkata AI facility

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Infosys has invested Rs 426 crore in a new Kolkata development centre, spanning 320,000 square feet. The facility will house 4,000 employees, focusing on cloud, AI, and digital technologies. It incorporates energy-efficient features and amenities like flexible workstations and wellness centres. This investment aims to boost West Bengal's IT sector and create employment opportunities.

For enterprises, preparing data for AI will be a big challenge: Pure Storage CEO

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Data localisation is a rising challenge for businesses. Outdated data storage systems are slowing down AI integration. Companies struggle to access and prepare data for AI. Real-time data access is crucial for future enterprise operations. Pure Storage's Bengaluru center is working to solve these data challenges.

'AI will democratise tech, but data security is key'

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

AI is poised to revolutionise industries and democratise technology. It will transform service delivery and create new job opportunities. Leaders emphasise the need for ethical AI development and light-touch regulation. Concerns about trust, safety, and data privacy are being addressed. AI's potential to enhance efficiency and improve customer service is highlighted. Upskilling the workforce is crucial for a smooth transition.

Maharashtra uses GenAI to boost welfare schemes

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Maharashtra is using generative AI and startups to improve citizen services like direct benefit transfers, healthcare, and grievance redressal. By leveraging data and tools like Bhashini, the state aims to streamline access to welfare schemes and reduce the burden on citizens. This initiative includes digitising benefit transfers and improving healthcare access, potentially reducing road accidents.

CXO pay in India inches close to that of US peers

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Indian CXO salaries are catching up to US counterparts. Multinationals and GCCs are giving higher pay and stock options. This rise is due to increased responsibilities and India's growing importance. The '2 in a box' model promotes collaboration. India's cost-effectiveness and skilled workforce contribute to this trend.

Luxury Brands Consider Accepting Crypto Payments

PYMNTS.com 

With bitcoin rising, the luxury world is reportedly showing more interest in allowing cryptocurrency payments. As Reuters reported Wednesday (Dec. 18), until recently just a handful of brands — including Gucci and LVMH watch labels Hublot and Tag Heuer — had permitted crypto payments. But now, with the price of bitcoin hitting record highs, others […]

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How Syria's Assad propped up the Captagon drug trade

CBSNews.com 

Analysts estimate Bashar al-Assad's regime raked in $5 billion per year from the Captagon drug trade, dwarfing Syria's official budget and making it a lifeline for the bankrupted country. Imtiaz Tyab has new details about what was discovered about the trade after Assad's rule collapsed.