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 [...]
The on-going battle between Oklahoma County Commissioners and Oklahoma City City Council could become costly to taxpayers.
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Dec 19, 2024. There have been hundreds of sightings of mystery drones across the USA.
According to a source, Meghan Markle's cooking show could be axed after Prince Harry's 'POLO' received bad reviews.
This distillery tried to turn a disaster into good whiskey.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
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 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 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.
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.
"This is the best portable generator in its class."
One Sydney private boys school claimed one-quarter of the 51 perfect ATARs.
Passengers are expected to be walking through the major new terminal by the 2026 Christmas holidays, offering an alternative to the city’s incumbent airport.
'Denials and prior authorization requirements escalated after the ACA went into effect'
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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Castlery is a furniture brand whose goal is to create well-built and beautifully designed items that are affordable for most homes and small spaces.
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.
Immigration police in Pattaya have arrested five Japanese men allegedly operating a call scam centre that has been defrauding elderly Japanese out of about 5 million baht a day.
Dutch star Christian Kist hit the first nine-darter of this year's World Championship at Alexandra Palace on Wednesday night.
A bankruptcy court hearing is scheduled to take place on Thursday to finalize the sale of the College of Saint Rose campus.
