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Billion Dollar Jackpot (BDJ) is revolutionizing Formula 1 fandom with blockchain-powered predictions. This innovative platform transforms spectators into active participants by merging cutting-edge technology with F1 predictions.

The nation is actively striving for a more environmentally-friendly and sustainable future by concentrating on decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing energy efficiency, and embracing renewable energy sources. Driven by this, the real estate industry in India is also witnessing a significant increase in green building and sustainability projects, covering all parts of the country.

The artificial intelligence (AI) hype that made Nvidia the world’s biggest company has come with a price for the world’s climate. Data centres housing its powerful chips are gorging power and belching carbon dioxide, and sobering figures now reveal the extent of the problem. Data centres will use 8% of US power by 2030, for example, compared with 3% in 2022, according to a recent report from Goldman Sachs Group, as their energy demand grows by 160%.

Solana’s price hovers around the $141 mark, grappling with a persistent downtrend and an unstable crypto market. Despite a recent surge, the coin struggles to maintain upward momentum.

Concorde, a Bengaluru-based real estate developer has acquired a 1.6-acre land parcel located on Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru. Set to be a premium residential complex, this joint development will have a gross development value (GDV) of Rs 200 crore. In March, Concorde acquired a 4.5 acre land in Thanisandra, Bengaluru. The strategic acquisition was facilitated by real estate consulting firm, Colliers India, and marks a significant milestone for Concorde as it continues to expand its footprint in the city.

MSMEs will expand their presence across various sectors, producing a wide range of products consumed by millions regularly. Today, MSMEs play a pivotal role by contributing approximately 30% to India’s GDP, as reported by the MSME Ministry’s FY23 annual report. The progressive ecosystem of India and the availability of required resources have enabled MSMEs to deploy cutting-edge technologies to transform the energy space. From how energy is extracted, managed, and consumed to how it is sold, MSME startups are playing a critical role in digitising and revolutionising the customer journey. Whether it's a smart fuelling station in Mumbai or an AI-driven oil rig in Gujarat, MSMEs are spearheading a digital transformation that promises to redefine the country’s energy future and drive sustainability in the Indian economy. The need for digitisation in energy India's energy sector faces several challenges, and the biggest challenge among them is the lack of monitoring and measurement systems. With digitisation, we can unlock multiple opportunities, such as promoting data-driven decision-making, enhanced forecasts and predictive maintenance, reduction in duplicate work, gauging market demand, improving fuel distribution networks, and understanding price fluctuations.

WeWork India, one of the flexible workspace providers in the country, has appointed Janak Malkani as the head of managed office for India. Additionally, he will also lead sales for the West region. This appointment marks another step towards strengthening the company's leadership and propelling its growth journey His deep understanding of the market, coupled with his strategic vision and extensive experience, will be instrumental in driving WeWork India's Managed Office offerings to newer heights.

@Krutrim AI Cloud GPUs on demand, priced not in $ but in ₹for all devs in India! Share in comments what you would build using AI for India! Top 10 innovative ideas will get their AI cloud needs sponsored completely by us! Contest ends Sunday midnight."This initiative is designed to foster innovation and support the local developer community by removing the barrier of foreign currency pricing, which often deters smaller startups and individual developers from utilizing advanced AI resources. By pricing the service in rupees, Ola Electric aims to democratize access to high-performance computing capabilities, enabling more developers to leverage AI in their projects.The announcement has already generated significant buzz, with developers and tech enthusiasts flocking to the comments section to share their ideas.

coal import from 2014-15 to 2023-24 stood at 2.49 per cent only, the coal ministry said in a statement. «Moreover, CAGR of imported coal share stood at 13.94 per cent during the period from fiscal year 2004-05 to 2013-14 while the same figure plummeted to around -2.29 per cent» during the last decade, it said. With strategic focus on optimising indigenous coal resources and leveraging innovative technological solutions, India continues its journey towards self-reliance in energy security of the nation, the statement said.

Indian Navy on Friday bid adieu to UH-3H helicopter — a versatile platform that has played a crucial role in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations — after 17 years of glorious service, officials said. The de-induction ceremony was held at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam. The event was presided by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Chief of Staff, Eastern Naval Command. Veteran officers and sailors of the UH3H squadron graced the event with families reminiscing the yeoman service of the helicopter. The UH-3H helicopter will be replaced by Sea King 42C helicopter at INAS 350 to continue and deliver operational power and capability, a spokesperson of the Navy said in a statement.

shares slumped 18.6% in early trade on Friday as a forecast for a surprise drop in annual sales amplified investor concerns about the pace of the sportswear giant's efforts to stem market share losses to upstart brands such as On and Hoka. The company on Thursday projected a mid-single-digit percentage fall in fiscal 2025 revenue, compared to analysts' estimates of a near 1% rise, dragging shares of rivals and sportswear retailers across Europe, UK and U.S. on Friday.

Character.AI, a leading AI chatbot company, is taking the next step in human-computer interaction with the launch of its new voice call feature. This innovative feature, dubbed as Character calls, allows users to have real-time conversations with AI characters over phone calls, taking interactions with text-based chatbots to a whole new level.

Reliance Jio has hiked the prices of its prepaid and postpaid plans by 12-25 percent. The new prices will come into effect from July 3, 2024. Alongside the tariff revision, Jio has also increased the entry-barrier to use free unlimited 5G data under its “Jio Welcome Offer.”  

With the gaming and blockchain communities brimming with anticipation, DigiHorse Empires is set to launch the presale of its $DIGI token, marking a pivotal opportunity for early adopters to engage with a platform that’s poised to revolutionize Web3 gaming in 2024.

The use of artificial intelligence is at varying stages in wealth management, but one Wall Street firm has been keen to gain a competitive advantage as an early adopter.

Check out these productsSnapdragon X Elite chipset is ARM based, which means the x86 programmes built for Intel chips will not work on these laptops. But Snapdragon promised that there are all the widely used creative programs from Adobe suite and more are already supported by X Elite laptops. And developers are working to bring their applications to work with Snapdragon chipsets.

Ampverse DMI, a leader in the gaming and entertainment sector, has appointed Sona Mazumdar as head of its new Marketing Solutions unit for the Indian gaming market. Mazumdar brings experience from collaborating with over 300 brands across Asia, including Porsche, Samsung, Riot Games, KFC, and Coca-Cola. Previously, she served as Chief Partnership Officer at Kidzania for eight years, playing a key role in partnerships and business scaling. With two decades in India’s entertainment sectors, Mazumdar is known for problem-solving, data analysis, and strategic execution, advising Board and C-level stakeholders. She facilitated the joint venture between DMI and Ampverse.

National Insurance Awareness Day has evolved over the years to become an important annual event that highlights the crucial role of insurance in protecting individuals, families, and businesses. The goal of National Insurance Awareness Day is to help people understand the different types of insurance available, to empower people to make informed decisions about their insurance coverage and to recognize the value that insurance provides in safeguarding their financial well-being. By taking proactive steps to review and renew their insurance policies, individuals and businesses can have greater peace of mind and be better prepared to handle life’s unexpected challenges.

National Insurance Awareness Day, observed every year on June 28, reminds us of the importance of insurance. In this world full of uncertainties, a life insurance policy plays a crucial role for you in protecting your loved ones financially in case any untoward events occur during the policy period. In such an event, the insurance company pays the assured sum to your nominee, helping the impacted family manage tough times without financial stress.

4Thoughts Finance, a family office firm based in Bengaluru, has unveiled its ambitious plans to double its portfolio size of Rs 500 crore to Rs 1000 crore in the near future, marking a significant milestone in its growth trajectory. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and client satisfaction, 4 Thoughts Finance is poised to usher in a new era of prosperity for its clientele.

The city of Varanasi has launched a global call for innovators as part of the Toyota Mobility Foundation’s $9m Sustainable Cities Challenge. The initiative aims to find data-driven solutions to enhance the safety and accessibility in the city for the millions of pilgrims who visit every year.