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Privacy First: Google ELS Sends Data Directly to First Responders. #privacyfirst #uppolice112 #androidsafety #techforgood #indiatech #publicsafety #emergencyresponse
Google has officially launched its Emergency Location Service (ELS) in India, starting with Uttar Pradesh, and privacy is a top priority. Unlike standard tracking, this feature is built to be "emergency-only." When you dial 112, your precise location—accurate within 50 meters—is sent directly from your handset to the UP Police command center. Google has confirmed that it does not collect, store, or even see your location data, ensuring your privacy remains intact while your safety is secured.
December 24, 2025 at 8:17 AM
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Your AI Concierge: Alexa+ Just Got a Major Upgrade.
#alexaplus #amazonai #smarthome #agenticai #personalconcierge #techtrends #amazonnews
Amazon is turning Alexa+ into a high-powered personal assistant! Thanks to new deep integrations with Angi, Expedia, Square, and Yelp, your Echo is moving beyond simple timers and music. From booking a pet-friendly hotel on Expedia to hiring a plumber via Angi or scheduling your next haircut at a Square-powered salon—Alexa+ can now handle the entire task through a single, natural conversation.
December 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Shopping on Autopilot: Visa Hits Major AI Milestone.
#visaindia #agenticcommerce #futureofshopping #fintech #airevolution #smartpayments
Visa just proved that 2025 might be the last year you shop alone! The payments giant has successfully processed hundreds of real-world transactions initiated entirely by autonomous AI agents. Through its new Intelligent Commerce framework, Visa is moving beyond simple AI recommendations to "agentic commerce"—where your digital assistant searches, compares, and actually hits the "buy" button for you using secure, tokenized credentials.
December 24, 2025 at 7:47 AM
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New Foreign Drone Models Officially Banned in the U.S.
#djiban #dronenews #fcc #technews #uspolitics #djı #aviationdaily #nationalsecurity
The FCC has officially added DJI and other foreign drone makers to its "Covered List," effectively banning the import and sale of all new drone models starting December 23, 2025. While existing drones are safe to fly, the future of the U.S. drone market is about to change forever.
December 24, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Foxconn’s Karnataka iPhone Plant Aims for 50,000 Jobs by 2026 #foxconn #iphones #karnatakajobs #indiatech #applepodcast #electronicsmanufacturing #devanahalli #techjobs
Foxconn’s Devanahalli iPhone assembly plant is rapidly scaling up, already hiring 30,000 workers and planning to reach 50,000 by 2026. The facility is a major boost for India’s tech manufacturing and global supply chain role.
December 23, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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TikTok Shop Steps Up E-Commerce Push With Launch of Digital Gift Cards to Take On Amazon and eBay.
#tiktokshop #digitalgiftcards #ecommerce #socialcommerce #amazonia #ebay #retailtech #onlineshopping
TikTok Shop has launched digital gift cards, expanding its e-commerce offerings and stepping up competition with Amazon and eBay by blending social content with seamless online shopping.
December 23, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Uber & Lyft Team Up With Baidu for UK Robotaxi Trials #uber #lyft #baidu #robotaxi #autonomousvehicles #uktech #futureoftransport #selfdriv
Uber and Lyft have partnered with Chinese tech giant Baidu to launch autonomous robotaxi trials in the UK in 2026, marking a major step toward driverless mobility in London and beyond.
December 23, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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Debugging Just Got a Brain Meet the New Roblox AI Assistant. 🧠 #robloxdev #gamedev #robloxstudio #generativeai #agenticai #mcp #futureofgaming #aicommunity
Roblox has officially supercharged its Studio AI Assistant, evolving it into an "Agentic" partner that handles more than just code snippets. From one-click debugging that scans your entire DataModel for logic errors to automated asset integration via the Model Context Protocol (MCP), creators can now bridge the gap between Figma designs and playable game assets instantly.
December 20, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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India’s IT "Big Four" Go All-In: 200,000+ Copilot Seats Deployed! 🚀 #microsoftindia #aicommunity #genai #tcs #infosys #wipro #cognizant #IndiaTech #Copilot #FutureOfWork #AgenticAI
TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and Cognizant have officially joined forces with Microsoft to deploy over 200,000 Copilot licenses (50,000+ each). This is the world’s largest coordinated rollout of generative AI, moving beyond basic assistance to full-scale Agentic AI—where autonomous agents run end-to-end business workflows. With 200k+ experts powered by Copilot, India is now the global blueprint for enterprise-scale AI.
December 20, 2025 at 7:41 AM
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Meet Hobbs W1, the AI Receptionist That Can Look You in the Eye 🤖 #noetic #hobbsw1 #humanoidrobot #robotics #futuretech #innovations #bionic #technews #aiassistant
Meet the Hobbs W1: the bionic AI receptionist by Noetix. Designed to handle guest check-ins, answer complex inquiries, and provide directions—all while maintaining a natural, human-like engagement. The corporate lobby will never be the same.
December 19, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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The Fastest-Growing Market for LinkedIn Verification 🚀#linkedinindia #digitaltrust #futureofwork #linkedinverification #indiatech #professionalnetworking #workplacesafet
Identity is the new currency. In 2025, India has become the global laboratory for digital trust, with verification rates growing at 2.4x the global average. Driven by a surge in AI-generated scams, Indian professionals are adopting the "Verification Shield" to unlock 60% more profile views and 50% higher engagement. From mandatory recruiter checks to Aadhaar-linked IDs, India is setting the standard for the future of work.
December 19, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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Google’s New Flash Model Just Beat Last Year’s Pro Flagship. #googlegemini #gemini3flash #ainews #futureoftech #enterpriseai
Gemini 3 Flash is officially here, and it’s a game-changer. It delivers PhD-level reasoning at 3x the speed of Gemini 2.5 Pro—all while costing 70% less. Google has effectively killed the trade-off between speed and intelligence.
December 18, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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Meta Tests New Monthly Link Limits for Unverified Facebook Pages. #facebookupdate #metaverified #socialmediamarketing #contentcreators #metanews #techtrends
Meta is shaking up the digital marketing landscape with a new test that restricts unverified Professional Mode profiles and Facebook Pages to just two organic link posts per month. To unlock unlimited link sharing, users are being pushed toward a Meta Verified subscription, starting at $14.99/month. While links in comments and Meta-owned platforms (Instagram/WhatsApp) remain free, this move signals a major "pay-to-play" shift for brands and creators relying on Facebook for website traffic.
December 18, 2025 at 6:59 AM
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Serve Robotics Hits Major Delivery Robot Milestone on Time and on Budget! #serverobotics #autonomousdelivery #physical #technews #sustainablelogistics #lastmiledelivery #futureoffood #roboticsmilestone #cleantech #serve
Serve Robotics has hit its massive 2025 milestone! With over 2,000 autonomous delivery robots now patrolling the sidewalks of the U.S., Serve officially operates the largest fleet of its kind in the country. Accomplished on time and on budget, this rollout marks a twentyfold increase in their active fleet this year alone. From LA to Chicago to the newly launched Alexandria, VA, these zero-emission robots are turning "Physical AI" into a daily reality for millions.
December 17, 2025 at 7:21 AM
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DoorDash Levels Up Meet Zesty, Your AI Food Concierge! #doordash #zestyai #foodietech #restaurantdiscovery #aicommunity #stockmarketnews #nyceats #sffoodie #techtrends
DoorDash is officially entering its "social era" with the launch of Zesty, a standalone AI-powered app that turns restaurant hunting into a conversation. Currently live in NYC and SF, Zesty ditches the endless scroll for a smart chatbot that understands "vibes"—pulling data from TikTok, Reddit, and Google to find your perfect spot.
December 17, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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Threads is leveling up conversations New Communities are here, plus badges to recognize highly engaged members.
#Threads #Meta #SocialMediaUpdates #OnlineCommunities #TechNews #DigitalTrends
Threads is expanding its community experience with new topic-based Communities and testing engagement badges to recognize its most active members. The update aims to boost meaningful conversations and reward users who help keep discussions thriving.
December 16, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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The €140 Billion Horizon: Germany's E-Commerce is set for massive growth by 2030. #GermanEcommerce #ECommerceGrowth #DigitalRetail #Germany #B2BCommerce #MobileCommerce #FutureofRetail #RetailTrends #MarketForecast #Deutschland
December 16, 2025 at 6:53 AM
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Clio just went BIG. Our answer to the market: Bigger, bolder, and engineered to win. #Renault #NewClio #ClioVI #Supermini #EuropeanAutomotive #MarketStrategy #GoBigOrGoHome #CarLaunch #Innovation #FutureofMobility
The battle for the European supermini crown just got bigger. Renault is rolling out the new, larger Clio VI in a major strategic move to defend the segment against the influx of low-cost Chinese competition By increasing its size and filling the car with advanced tech and premium features, Renault is making a clear bet: European quality, sophistication, and a superior driving experience will always win over pure budget. The Clio VI is more than an update—it's a statement on market defense.
December 16, 2025 at 6:18 AM
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Google Translate finally understands slang! Gemini AI is now integrated, giving you smarter, more context-aware translations.
#googletranslate #geminiai #realtimetranslation#languagelearning #technews #globalcommunication
December 15, 2025 at 10:04 AM
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YouTube India's 2025 trends are official, defined by the Kumbh Mela and the Labubu craze. #youtubetrends #viralvídeos #indiaculture #digitalmedia #kumbh #labubudoll
December 15, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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India mandates SIM-binding & auto-logouts for WhatsApp, turning its largest user base into a global compliance crisis.
#whatsappindia #simbinding #technews #compliancenightmare #digitalindia #privacyconcerns #whatsappupdate
December 15, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Crypto is officially moving into the mainstream regulatory perimeter in the UK. #consumerprotection #cryptosafety #ukfinance #investsmart #bitcoinnews #safeinvesting #digitalassets
More safety coming to your crypto wallet! UK regulators will start treating cryptoassets like stocks and shares in October 2027. This regulatory move aims to boost consumer protection and finally lock out "dodgy actors."
December 15, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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Truecaller's new 'Family Protection' lets you remotely shield up to five relatives from phone scams. #Truecaller #FamilyProtection #ScamAlert #DigitalSafety #PhoneScam #TechForGood #CyberSecurity
December 10, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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The Dual Job Market: As global tech cuts 14,000 corporate roles, India commits to creating 10 Lakh new jobs by 2030. #JobMarket #AIImpact #Layoffs #IndiaGrowthStory #FutureofWork #TechVsGreenJobs
December 10, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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The AI Tidal Wave Microsoft bets its biggest-ever investment in Asia—$17.5B—on India's AI-first future. #microsoftai #indiatech #floridainvestments #digitalindia #satyanadella #cloudcomputing
December 10, 2025 at 6:24 AM