The Indian government has launched a new initiative aimed at curbing deceptive practices employed by digital economy firms, commonly referred to as ‘dark patterns.’ These tactics mislead consumers into making unintended purchase choices, and the government is taking action to protect users from such practices. By establishing a consumer helpline, individuals can now seek assistance …
Job candidate fraud has become a prevalent issue, causing significant challenges for employers, including wasted time, resources, and the risk of legal complications. However, a promising solution has emerged in the form of blockchain-based identity verification, offering a secure and immutable record of a candidate’s qualifications and work experience. This innovative technology holds the potential …
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a directive to telecom operators, urging them to put an end to the misuse of message templates. The move comes in response to concerns raised over the misuse of content templates by companies involved in sending commercial messages. The misuse of SMS templates has become a …
Chennai-based fabless-semiconductor startup, InCore Semiconductors, has successfully raised $3 million in a seed funding round led by Sequoia Capital India. The company plans to utilize the funds to further develop its portfolio of Core-Hub generators and reference SoC (System-on-Chip) platforms, with a specific focus on expanding its presence in various segments of the embedded chips …
Nuro, the autonomous delivery startup founded by former Google Waymo engineers Jiajun Zhu and Dave Ferguson in 2016, has announced a strategic shift in its operations. The company is set to lay off approximately 30 percent of its workforce, which translates to around 340 employees. This move comes as Nuro aims to refocus its efforts …