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Satlyt has taken another step toward its goal of transforming satellites into space-based data centers.

Rama Afullo’s first reaction was, naturally: “Let’s go!” His company, Satlyt, is developing software designed to transform existing satellites into a data-processing network—essentially, an orbital data center. And he has just taken another step toward that goal. Earlier this month, following 13 months of development, the company successfully completed a test. Conducted as part of … Read more

Info Edge reported steady business growth on the eve of a leadership transition.

Info Edge (India), an owner and operator of internet businesses, recorded steady growth for the second quarter ending September 30, 2024. Consolidated revenue from operations rose 12.2% year-on-year to ₹903.9 crore, while profit after tax surged 87% year-on-year to ₹649.8 crore. The overall performance was bolstered by growth in the recruitment business, the rapid expansion … Read more

A man in Pune has been sentenced to seven years in prison for feeding his wife capsules containing shards of a razor blade.

The court also sentenced the defendant’s husband, Somnath Sadhu Sapkal, to three years in prison on charges of abuse. A Pune district court has sentenced a 45-year-old man to seven years in prison for the attempted murder of his wife, after he allegedly fed her capsules containing razor blades under the guise of giving her … Read more

Microsoft rolls out standalone cloud gaming time packages for Xbox Insider users

Microsoft is introducing a standalone option for Xbox Cloud Gaming, allowing users to purchase cloud gaming time without requiring a Game Pass subscription. Three different packages are available, offering 10, 25, or 50 hours of cloud-streamed Xbox gameplay on supported devices. This cloud gaming feature is currently available to Xbox Insiders and will see a … Read more

People are using artificial intelligence to make their smart TVs “dumb” again.

What is a recent application of artificial intelligence? Simplifying smart TVs by stripping away bloated, pre-installed software. Recently, various developers and experts in “optimizing the TV experience” have shared solutions designed to enhance how we use our televisions—removing advertisements, accelerating app launch times, redesigning home screens, and disabling tracking features. One such solution, dubbed “dumbtv,” … Read more

Big Moves in Tech R&D: Top Venture Funds Selected to Deploy Massive Innovation Reserve

Governments around the world are continuously looking for effective ways to bridge the funding gap for high-risk, deep-tech research. In a major milestone for the innovation ecosystem, a massive multi-billion-dollar national initiative has officially selected its first batch of professional fund managers to distribute significant capital into high-impact R&D startups. Sixteen specialized management entities—including leading … Read more

Holding Shares in a Delisted Company? Here’s What Happens to Your Money & How to Recover It

Hey everyone! 👋 Seeing a company in your portfolio get delisted from the stock exchange can trigger instant panic. You open your broking app, try to hit the “Sell” button, and realize trading has been completely halted. Did your hard-earned money just vanish into thin air? Are your shares worth zero now? Don’t worry—you still … Read more

vivo Y600 5G Appears on Google Play Console; Key Specs Revealed: Everything You Need to Know

vivo recently launched the V80 Lite smartphone in Malaysia, with its standout feature being a massive 10,000mAh battery. The company is now preparing to launch the same device in India under a new name. Previous reports suggested the phone would be branded as the vivo S2 FE in India; however, another device with similar specifications … Read more