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Steering connectivity beyond the dashboard

Powered by IPAe, eSIM is breaking new ground, driving seamless connectivity from cars to smart grids and energising sectors like healthcare, utilities, and more

4G Rollout: A smart move in a 5G world

BSNL's 4G rollout aims to bridge affordability gaps in India's telecom market, catering to price-sensitive users amid rising tariffs and 5G challenges

Pre-zero data dreams: Are AI smartphones leading the way?

Artificial Intelligence can unlock personalised insights, ushering in a new era of data-driven experiences that anticipate user needs before they are expressed.

The winds of change hit mobile gadgets hard

India's smartphone and smartwatch markets face a downturn as upgrades replace necessity, forcing brands to rethink their strategies.

Digital infrastructure: not the Achilles' heel but the jugular

As cyber threats intensify, digital infrastructure faces rising risks, demanding vigilant, multi-layered defences to ensure resilience for the future.

A Decade of Growth, A Future of Possibilities: Make in India 2.0

Ten years after its launch, the “Make in India” initiative has significantly transformed India’s manufacturing landscape. By attracting foreign investments, fostering domestic innovation, and promoting policy reforms, the initiative has propelled India’s economic growth and positioned the country as a global manufacturing hub. However, to sustain this momentum, India must address challenges such as labour rights, environmental impact, and regional disparities.

Green NBFCs - The Tortoise on a Skateboard

They may have been slow due to their DNA, bigger purpose and ecosystem constraints. But - strapped with technology- Green NBFCs are ready to beat all the Hares in the digital race. Shreevar Narayan, CTO, Ecofy tells us why the complexity of APIs, scale-based RBI frameworks, NPA calculations, IoT-born telematics and the industry rush for NBFC licenses makes this space unique. And why all that - incidentally - makes more and more room for technology.

AI, THE NEW STUDENT IN CLASSROOM

Business schools are finding ways to incorporate GenAl into their curriculum, but the dynamic nature of the technology means regulation of usage will take more time.

NAVIGATING JOB CRUNCH

Placements hit a wall as tech disruption and economic uncertainty resahape hiring dynamics across B-schools.

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CRICKET'S MIDAS MAN

Secretary Jay Shah's focus on basics has catapulted BCCI to the pinnacle of cricket with a lion's share in ICC revenues, and IPL raking in the moolah. As he is set to take charge at ICC, here's an exclusive on how he did it.

THE NEW TORRENT

The 'pharmaceutical to power' group has kickstarted a makeover plan with focus on renewables and diversification into health.

How big is India's Computer Accessories Market? Innovations expected by FY25

India’s computer accessories sector grows with Make in India, Digital India, and rising demand for high-tech accessories like AIl-powered devices, boosting exports globally.

Roadmap for Bank-based Apps to Gain UPI Market Share A missed opportunity!

As UPI dominates, will banks step up to reclaim their market? UPI continues its meteoric rise, handling 69.6% of India's digital transactions and reaching ₹20.6 lakh crore across 14.8 billion transactions in August 2024 alone.

Robotic Surgeries can turn into double-edged Swords

Technology should never come at the cost of affordability, privacy, training ease, the ability to practice anywhere, CRM’s real use and sensitivity to patient experience. Surjeet Thakur, CIO Rajagiri Hospital, Kochi gives us an X-ray from different angles.

INDIA INC ON AN AD-RENALINE RUSH! AS FIRMS BET BIG ON BRAND VISIBILITY, CUMULATIVE ADVERTISING AND PUBLICITY SPEND OF BSE 500 COMPANIES HIT 80,000 CRORE

IN HIS 1963 BOOK, Confessions of an Advertising Man, David Ogilvy articulated an interesting insight: \"The manufacturer who dedicates his advertising to building the most sharply defined personality for his brand will get the largest share of the market at the highest profit.\"

Scaling Smart: CapitaLand's Sustainable Data Vision for India

India’s data centre sector is experiencing significant growth, propelled by rapid digital adoption, evolving regulations, and advances in technology. In response, CapitaLand Data Centre CLDC) is developing scalable, AI-compatible, and sustainable infrastructure. In this interview, Surajit Chatterjee, Managing Director of Data Centre India at CapitaLand Investment, shares insights into CLDC’s approach to AI, sustainability, and future data management needs.

IIM-B: NURTURING AN ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM

As tech takes centre stage, the institute gears up to face the challenge.

XLRI'S BOOSTER SHOT

The B-School, which has applied for deemed university status, is adding campuses, and increasing global footprint.

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Redefining AI Application Delivery

In this discussion with F5’s Ahmed Guetari and Adam Judd, we explore the collaboration between F5 and NVIDIA, which leverages the innovative capabilities of NVIDIA's BlueField-3 DPUs and F5’s BIG-IP Next platform. This partnership is set to redefine AI application delivery and security, particularly in the high-growth Indian market, by enabling better resource allocation, faster data processing, and robust security enhancements. With AI adoption surging across industries, F5 and NVIDIA's synergy brings transformative solutions for service providers and enterprises, poised to drive India’s AI-led innovation.

Digital Governance: Changing that Red Carpet into a Green One

India's approach and success stories in digital governance show how technology should be used to cover the entire carpet area - From expanding inclusion to the digitally not-so-savvy folks to strengthening interoperability - we have made sure the grass is green, every side

Can AI Truly Predict Crime? Insights from George Kailas

Argentina has announced its ambitious plan to emerge as a leader in crime prevention through the launch of an innovative artificial intelligence program. This initiative aims to leverage AI to predict future crimes, utilizing advanced technologies for surveillance, social media monitoring, and facial recognition.

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The Smart Manufacturing Revolution in India

Explore how cutting-edge technologies are redefining manufacturing in India, shaping a future where efficiency and sustainability go hand in hand.

Does Santa Claus watch when you pay rent on time?

If yes, what kind of diary does he use to distinguish good kids from delinquent ones? And what stockings can you hang to translate this good behaviour into rewards home loan discounts, prop-tech speed, landlord KYC or more?

Product Recalls: Their Avocado Hand. Our Dream-Achilles Heel

While incentives, red-tape reduction, and infrastructure support strengthen the Make-in-India initiative, there’s still a critical gap to firmly position ourselves in the evolving global manufacturing landscape. Could a robust focus on safety be the key to achieving this transformation, moving beyond mere surface improvements?

SECRETARY JAY SHAH HAS PUT BCCI IN THE LEAGUE OF THE WORLD'S TOP SPORTS BODIES.NOW SET TO TAKE CHARGE AS CHAIR OF INTERNATIONAL CRICKET COUNCIL, SHAH DISCUSSES WITH FORTUNE INDIA HOW HE DID IT AND THE PLANS TO GLOBALISE CRICKET.

YOU HAVE TAKEN Indian cricket and its administration to number one in the world.

The Future of Machine Identity

The biggest challenge today in the digital security sphere is securing machine identities -the digital entities such as APIs, software applications, and IoT devicesthat are constantly being targeted due to the changing nature of cyber threats.

When Network Threats Are Not Allowed to Check-in

Like elevators, networks in this hotel are segregated for guests, for service, and locked for outsiders unless they prove bona fide. Does this approach work?

SPJIMR NURTURES SOCIALLY SENSITIVE MANAGERS

Works on striking a balance between innovation and societal impact.

IIM-A, THE HARBINGER OF CHANGE

From offering hybrid MBA and launching industry relevant online courses to internationalising its curriculum, IIM-A is looking at business education through a new lens.