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27.06 / 04:33
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SoftBank to back AI startup Perplexity at $3 billion valuation
SoftBank Group Corp.’s Vision Fund 2 is investing in US artificial intelligence startup Perplexity AI at a $3 billion valuation, Masayoshi Son’s latest bet on a sector he deems crucial to securing his legacy. SoftBank will invest between $10 million and $20 million in the firm, which aims to use AI to compete with Alphabet Inc.’s Google search, according to people familiar with the matter. It’s investing as part of a larger $250 million funding round that triples Perplexity’s valuation and makes it one of the industry’s most highly valued companies.
27.06 / 03:35
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Delhi-NCR gets much needed respite from heatwave with heavy rainfall
Delhi-NCR experienced significant relief from the scorching heat as heavy rainfall drenched several parts on Thursday morning. Areas such as Sarita Vihar, Munirka, and Noida were particularly affected, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds reaching speeds of 20-30 km/h throughout the day. «The intensity of rain will increase,» stated an IMD official, forecasting moderate to heavy rainfall on Friday and Saturday, with the possibility of gusty winds by Sunday, June 30.
27.06 / 03:25
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Nvidia AGM: Shareholders approve CEO Jensen Huang's $34 million pay package, re-election of 12 board directors
Also Read: Salesforce challenger Creatio achieves $1.2 bln 'unicorn' status with fundraisingNvidia’s shareholders have voted in favour of all these proposals, a report said.Speaking at the AGM, Nvidia CEO Huang said the next wave of AI is set to automate $50 trillion heavy industries.Nvidia share price ended 0.25% higher at $126.40 on Wednesday, surging just before the closing bell to erase losses. After witnessing heavy losses for three consecutive sessions that wiped out $430 billion in its market value, Nvidia shares bounced back on Tuesday and extended gains on Wednesday.Read here: Nvidia share price jumps 7%, bounces back after $430 billion market dipThe shares of artificial intelligence chipmaker have rallied over 160% this year.
27.06 / 01:55
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Manipur: Security forces hold joint combing operations to restore stability in Jiribam
Assam Rifles along with CRPF and Manipur Police in the Jiribam district of Manipur to reinforce security and stability in the district, Assam Rifles said in a press release on Wednesday. The team, comprising over 100 security personnel, dominated the sensitive areas of Guwakhal and Harinagar of Manipur in the early hours of Wednesday after miscreants attempted to torch an abandoned house in the area. River patrols and drones are also being extensively used to secure and dominate the affected areas of Jiribam.
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SBI raises Rs 10,000 cr via bond sales to fund infra projects
State Bank of India on Wednesday raised ₹10,000 crore through a sale of infrastructure bonds, with the lender's first debt issuance of the current financial year witnessing firm demand from the investors. Separately, ICICI Bank is likely to carry out a sale of infrastructure bonds on June 28, with the private lender looking to raise up to ₹3,000 crore through 10-year securities, debt capital market sources said.
27.06 / 00:37
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TD Bank says deep rate cuts will provide 'big tailwind' to Canada's economy
The Bank of Canada’s decision to begin cutting interest rates ahead of the United States Federal Reserve will ultimately lead to a “big tailwind” for the Canadian economy, Toronto-Dominion Bank economist James Orlando said.
27.06 / 00:37
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Picking battery plants to solve Canada's productivity crisis 'dangerous road,' report says
Canada’s decision to provide billions of dollars’ worth of incentives to companies building battery plants could bolster the manufacturing sector, but may not be the ideal move to boost the country’s overall productivity levels that have been on the decline, says a new report by the Conference Board of Canada.
26.06 / 23:51
26.06 / 21:55
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Verizon adapts new brand strategy: New logo, wireless and home internet plans, all you need to know
Verizon adapted a fresh brand strategy and it looks like they have risen to the occasion and made a comeback with all guns blazing. The telecom giant was rather falling behind due to stiff competition from other telecom and internet providing players in the market but not anymore, as Verizon's new deals have been curated in such a manner that it blows off all other offerings by its competitors. However, are they as good as being claimed? Only you can check it out if they work for your needs.
26.06 / 21:55
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Who will present Budget 2024 and how is it prepared?
Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present her seventh consecutive budget since 2019, joining an exclusive group of finance ministers who have delivered at least five consecutive Union Budgets. This distinguished group includes notable figures such as Morarji Desai, Manmohan Singh, P. Chidambaram, Yashwant Sinha, and Arun Jaitley. Following the Lok Sabha elections, this budget will be the first full budget presented as part of Modi 3.0. Prior to 2016, the budget was traditionally presented on the last day of February. However, starting in 2017, the budget has been consistently presented on February 1 each year.
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Commonwealth swipes $300M planning team from Osaic
Commonwealth is bolstering its profile in the Southwest as a comprehensive planning team severs its longtime relationship with Osaic to join the fast-growing firm.
26.06 / 17:41
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Ex-Sanctuary CEO Jim Dickson launches new firm for growth-focused RIAs
Jim Dickson, the former CEO of Sanctuary Wealth, has teamed up with fellow industry icon Mark Penske to launch a growth-focused wealth management firm dedicated to supporting independent-minded advisors and RIAs.
26.06 / 17:39
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Budget 2024: Hi-tech thermal plants may get Rs 6,000 cr viability support
coal-based power plants through the newest Advanced Ultra Supercritical (AUSC) technology. A proposal to offer about ₹6,000 crore viability gap funding (VGF) mooted by the heavy industries ministry is being evaluated by the finance ministry, people familiar with the development told ET. A ₹3,500 crore payment security mechanism for electric buses is also being considered, they said, adding that a final call would be taken closer to the budget.
26.06 / 17:39
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Plenitude Paris
Cheval Blanc Paris, the LVMH-owned lux hotel in the heart of the city, offers stunning views of the Seine and Parisian landmarks from every table. The menu, curated by Chef Arnaud Donckele, provides an extensive selection of dishes. Each dish is built around a particular sauce of the chef's invention.
26.06 / 16:09
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IRS delays in resolving identity theft cases are 'unconscionable,' an independent watchdog says
An independent watchdog within the IRS reports that while taxpayer services have vastly improved, the agency is still too slow to resolve identity theft cases
26.06 / 16:07
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North Macedonia announces $500 million project with investors to build country's largest wind farm
North Macedonia’s government has announced a project with renewables investor Alcazar Energy Partners for the construction of the landlocked country’s biggest wind farm
26.06 / 16:07
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