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Indian equity markets are expected to begin Tuesday's trading session on a positive note after GIFT Nifty indicated a higher opening despite mixed signals from global markets. Investors are expected to remain cautious as they assess developments in international markets, crude oil prices, and foreign institutional investor (FII) activity. The positive indication from GIFT Nifty suggests that benchmark indices, including the Sensex and Nifty 50, could open in the green. Howeve

Oil Prices Above $80 Per Barrel Global crude oil prices have risen above $80 per barrel following renewed geopolitical tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical oil shipping routes. The increase has raised concerns among governments, businesses, and financial markets over the potential for supply disruptions and their broader economic impact. The Strait of Hormuz serves as a vital gateway for global energy trade, with nearly one-fifth of the

OpenAI Warns of AI's Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly powerful tool—not only for innovation but also for information manipulation. OpenAI has revealed that it has identified multiple attempts to use generative AI in online influence campaigns related to tariffs, AI infrastructure, public policy debates, and geopolitical issues. The findings underscore growing concerns about how AI can be exploited to shape public opinion, spread misleading narratives, and a

Apple is accelerating its investment in artificial intelligence, signaling a major shift in how AI will be experienced by consumers Rather than building a standalone chatbot to compete directly with existing AI assistants, the company is embedding intelligent features throughout its ecosystem of devices and services. The evolving Apple AI strategy focuses on making artificial intelligence a natural part of everyday life, helping users communicate, create content, organize inf

EU Antitrust Ruling The European Union has taken another significant step in regulating the digital technology sector by ordering Meta to provide competing artificial intelligence chatbot developers with access to WhatsApp during an ongoing antitrust investigation. The move reflects the EU's broader commitment to promoting fair competition in digital markets and preventing dominant technology platforms from limiting innovation. WhatsApp is one of the world's largest messaging

India's rural banking sector is on the brink of a major technological upgrade as plans for a centralized digital back-office system gain momentum. The initiative is designed to modernize rural financial institutions by improving cybersecurity, increasing operational efficiency, and creating a strong foundation for the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). Rural banks play a vital role in expanding financial services to millions of people across the country. However, many

VC Giants Pivot Toward AI-First Startups Amid Changing Market Dynamics The venture capital landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as investors increasingly direct their attention toward artificial intelligence-driven startups at the earliest stages of development. As AI continues to reshape industries ranging from healthcare and finance to education and entertainment, venture firms are positioning themselves to capitalize on the next wave of innovation. Leading

India’s deeptech ecosystem is witnessing unprecedented momentum, with funding rising 37% year-over-year to surpass $2.3 billion, highlighting the growing confidence of investors in next-generation technologies. The surge is being driven primarily by artificial intelligence (AI), which has emerged as the dominant force shaping the country’s innovation landscape. According to recent industry reports, AI-focused startups accounted for the overwhelming majority of deeptech invest

Chennai, India | June 2026 In a significant move to strengthen India's position in the global innovation ecosystem, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), through its international arm IITM Global Research Foundation, has launched a new deep-tech innovation hub in Menlo Park, California, with a planned investment of $7.5 million. The center is strategically located near Silicon Valley, the world's leading technology and venture capital hub, and is designed to

HCLTech’s reported investment in Sarvam AI highlights a major shift in India’s technology industry as traditional IT giants aggressively expand into AI infrastructure and generative AI innovation.

Walmart CEO John Furner meets digital-first founders to discuss global expansion, startup partnerships, and the future of retail growth

Global markets remain stable as strong corporate earnings offset rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions. Read today’s global market outlook

Amazon announces a new restructuring drive in 2026 as global corporations shift toward efficiency, lean operations, and strategic workforce optimization

ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 in New Delhi will feature unicorn founders, AI experts, and global innovators, driving discussions on future business and technology trends

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2026 launches practical workshops to equip founders with business, financial, and creative tools as global markets eye $63B+ growth by 2034.

Omar Itani, co-founder of FabricAID, is recognised by the Schwab Foundation at WEF Davos 2026 for advancing social entrepreneurship and sustainable impact business models.

Belgian cybersecurity startup Aikido Security becomes a 2026 unicorn after raising $60 million in a DST Global-led funding round, highlighting strong global demand for AI-driven security platforms.

Security startup Torq raises $140M, pushing its valuation to $1.2B. The AI-powered cybersecurity platform expands global adoption with major enterprises and accelerates its U.S. growth strategy.

AT&T plans to relocate its global headquarters from downtown Dallas to a new suburban campus in Plano, signaling a shift in workforce and real estate strategy.

Experience the Ras Al Khaimah Art 2026 Festival at Al Jazeera Al Hamra Village, featuring 106 artists, exhibitions, workshops, tours, performances, and the first RAK Contemporary Art Biennale.