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19 Aug 2025

Big Tech Reverts to In-Person Interviews Amidst AI Cheating Concerns

Major tech companies like Google, McKinsey, and Cisco are reintroducing in-person interviews to combat AI-assisted cheating during technical assessments, while some firms explore hybrid approaches to balance efficiency and integrity in the hiring process.

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Google's AI Search Results Exploited by Scammers: Users Warned of Fake Customer Service Numbers

Google's AI-powered search results are being exploited by scammers who insert fake customer service numbers, leading to financial fraud. Users are advised to verify contact information directly from official company websites.

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18 Aug 2025

Google Partners with TVA and Kairos Power for Advanced Nuclear Reactor to Power Data Centers

Google, TVA, and Kairos Power announce a groundbreaking agreement to power Google's data centers in Tennessee and Alabama with electricity from an advanced nuclear reactor, marking a significant step in the tech giant's clean energy strategy and the future of nuclear power in the US.

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India Leads APAC in AI Adoption: Dell Technologies Report Highlights Regional Trends and Challenges

A new report commissioned by Dell Technologies reveals India's leadership in AI adoption across the Asia-Pacific region, driven by government and industry initiatives. The study also highlights key trends, challenges, and strategies for successful AI implementation in the APAC market.

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EY India Appoints Gaurav Bhalotia as CTO to Spearhead AI-Driven Innovation

EY India has named Gaurav Bhalotia as its new Chief Technology Officer to lead the firm's technology and innovation strategy, with a focus on developing AI-powered business solutions.

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Grammarly Unveils AI Agents to Revolutionize Writing Assistance for Students and Professionals

Grammarly introduces a suite of AI-powered agents and a new writing platform, aiming to transform writing assistance for students and professionals while balancing automation with skill development.

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Perplexity Expands Finance Dashboard with Live Earnings Call Transcripts for Indian Stocks

AI startup Perplexity enhances its Finance dashboard by adding live transcriptions of Indian public companies' quarterly earnings calls and a calendar for post-results conference calls, expanding its services beyond U.S. stocks.

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SoftBank Acquires Foxconn's Ohio Facility for $375 Million to Manufacture AI Servers for Stargate Project

SoftBank has purchased Foxconn's Ohio plant for $375 million to produce AI servers for the Stargate project. Foxconn will continue to operate the facility, which will be retrofitted for AI server production.

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Google Fined A$55M for Anticompetitive Deals with Australian Telcos

Google has agreed to pay A$55 million in fines for anticompetitive practices in Australia, involving exclusive deals with major telecom providers Telstra and Optus for pre-installing Google Search on Android phones.

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OpenAI's GPT-5 Personality Dilemma: Balancing User Preferences and AI Capabilities

OpenAI faces challenges with GPT-5's personality, attempting to strike a balance between user preferences for a friendly AI and demands for an efficient, task-oriented tool.

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Faraday Future Unveils Ambitious "EAI + Crypto" Strategy, Aiming to Bridge AI Mobility and Web3

Faraday Future, an EV startup, announces a major strategic shift with its "EAI + Crypto" Dual-Flywheel & Dual-Bridge Ecosystem Strategy, integrating AI mobility with crypto assets and Web3 technologies.

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Meta's 'Hypernova' Smart Glasses with Built-in Display Set for September Launch

Meta is preparing to unveil its next-generation smart glasses, codenamed 'Hypernova', featuring a built-in display and gesture control wristband. The device is expected to launch in September at a competitive price point of $800.

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Duolingo CEO Clarifies 'AI-First' Strategy, Addressing Layoff Concerns and Future of Work

Duolingo's CEO Luis von Ahn addresses the controversy surrounding the company's 'AI-first' declaration, clarifying that it doesn't mean replacing human workers with AI. He emphasizes the company's commitment to its workforce while exploring AI's potential to enhance productivity.

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Former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal Launches AI Startup Parallel, Outperforming GPT-5 in Web Research

Parag Agrawal, ex-Twitter CEO, has founded Parallel Web Systems, an AI startup focused on empowering AI agents to interact with the web in real-time. The company's Deep Research API claims to outperform both humans and leading AI models in complex web search and research tasks.

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16 Aug 2025

OpenAI's Unprecedented $500 Billion Valuation: A New Era in AI Investment

OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is poised to become the world's most valuable startup with a potential $500 billion valuation, driven by ambitious growth projections and intense investor interest.

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