Tech & Startups
Qualcomm Buys Buzzy Chip Startup Modular for Nearly $4 Billion
Wired · Global
Modular, one of the most promising chip software startups of the AI era, heads for a multibillion-dollar exit.
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Geopolitics
29 arrested in crackdown on loan sharks who charged victims 3,000% in interest
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong police have arrested 29 people in a crackdown on a loan-sharking and money-laundering ring that charged victims annual interest rates as high as 3,00…
Geopolitics
Summer travel hack: How to use your credit card to save big
Times of India – World · India
When selecting a travel credit card, you should focus on the overall value proposition instead of the headline benefits. Ideally, core benefits on travel-centr…
Startups
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy visits India, company to expand quick commerce network to 300 cities
Your Story · India
Amazon will scale up its micro fulfillment and urban fulfilment centres as it looks up the ante in quick commerce business
Geopolitics
Darren Jones says he will not challenge Andy Burnham for Labour leadership
The Guardian – World · Europe
Chief secretary to PM says he had been ‘reassured’ about Burnham’s economic plans after conversation with himAndy Burnham has moved a step closer to becoming p…
Geopolitics
Former WH Smith’s small suppliers to lose at least half of debts in rescue plan
The Guardian – World · Europe
If TG Jones’s aggressive restructuring is voted through, the charity Help for Heroes and other creditors will be out of pocketSmall suppliers including the cha…
Geopolitics
Banks are rushing to recruit AI leadership – but how will the tech be implemented?
South China Morning Post – World · China
Both regulators and clients could motivate banks to adopt artificial intelligence for greater efficiency gains in the coming years, an Amazon Web Services (AWS…
Geopolitics
Property was Australia’s favourite wealth builder. A tax overhaul aims to end that
South China Morning Post – World · China
Just a short stroll from Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach, auctioneer Clarence White struggles to drum up bids for an airy three-storey home that boasts five bedr…
Geopolitics
‘Durian tsunami’ sweeps Malaysia, making premium Musang King dirt cheap
South China Morning Post – World · China
Malaysia’s durian lovers are in for a treat as prices for the “king of fruits” will remain low from now until August. This is due to a bumper harvest, leading …
Geopolitics
Creditors in aggressive push to sell 2 Hong Kong hotels amid banks’ drive to cut losses
South China Morning Post – World · China
Receivers and agents of the Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel and the Four Points by Sheraton have expressed confidence in finally finding a buyer for the du…
Geopolitics
Kunal Shah: The Indian entrepreneur taking charge of WhatsApp
BBC News – World · Europe
Kunal Shah has been a recognisable figure in India's startup ecosystem for a while but now he faces global spotlight.
Geopolitics
'India needs speed, not just ease of doing business'
Times of India – World · India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Aabhas graduated with a degree in business management and then pursued a career in journalism. • …
Geopolitics
Infosys sees $300-400billion AI opportunity by 2030
Times of India – World · India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Determine monthly installment: Calculate loan payments with a calculator. • SIP returns estimatio…
Geopolitics
Overseas branches can lend to NRIs for deposits in India
Times of India – World · India
RBI Clarifies FCNR(B) Rules, NRI Inflows To Support Rupee
Geopolitics
After annus horribilis 2025, Indian DGCA to come under US FAA scanner this November
Times of India – World · India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Determine monthly installment amounts for loans using a calculator. • Estimate returns on Systema…
Entrepreneurship
Why Heineken Just Hired a Coffee Executive to Save Its Beer Business
Inc. · Global
The new CEO will face a number of challenges in his role, including a mandate to oversee 6,000 job cuts.
Geopolitics
Iran rushes to sell oil to India after Trump sanctions waiver - all you need to know
Times of India – World · India
Data from Vortexa, combined with Bloomberg calculations, show that around 68 million barrels of crude and condensate were floating at sea as of June 22. More t…
Tech & Startups
4 days left to save up to $190 on TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026
TechCrunch · US
Four days left to save up to $190 on your pass to TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 — the ultimate founder bootcamp — before Early Bird rates end on June 26 at 11…
Geopolitics
India, U.K. hold meeting of key group, chart roadmap to deepen defence cooperation
The Hindu – World · India
“The deliberations were constructive and forward-looking, charting a robust roadmap for deepening defence cooperation and strengthening the enduring partnershi…
Entrepreneurship
She Built a Multimillion-Dollar Empire on ‘Outworking Anything.’ Then a Major Life Event Forced Her to Slow Down
Inc. · Global
Codie Sanchez, the founder of Contrarian Thinking, recently opened up about how a personal endeavor required her to take an unexpected step back.
Tech & Startups
Fika Jobs raises $4M to build a video-first hiring platform where AI agents interview candidates
TechCrunch · US
Stockholm-based startup Fika Jobs is building a video-first hiring platform that combines AI interview agents with short-form video profiles, creating somethin…
Startups
Mitigata raises $15M in Series B funding round led by Bessemer Venture Partners
Your Story · India
Mitigata was founded in 2023 and is headquartered in Bengaluru Mitigata will primarily use this funding round for hiring of talent across domains and also for…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to cut fuel surcharges again as costs ease
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways will lower fuel surcharges on most passenger flights for the second time in less than two months, with the revise…
Geopolitics
ITR filing FY 2025-26: How to calculate taxes under old income tax regime - explained
Times of India – World · India
For many people the old income tax regime continues to be attractive despite the new regime offering higher basic exemption and standard deduction, rebate limi…
Geopolitics
EU and Hong Kong in talks on new financial services dialogue, envoy says
South China Morning Post – World · China
Senior officials from the European Union and Hong Kong are in talks to launch a financial services dialogue, with companies from the bloc keen to explore oppor…
Geopolitics
Alan Greenspan, former US Federal Reserve chairman, dies at 100
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Alan Greenspan, one of the most influential economic policymakers in modern US history, has died aged 100.
Geopolitics
U.S. Senate passes bipartisan housing bill aimed at increasing supply, lowering prices
The Hindu – World · India
The bill, which passed 85-5 and now heads to the House, has been the focus of intense negotiations in recent weeks as lawmakers in both parties try to address …
Geopolitics
Who is Kunal Shah? CRED founder set to become WhatsApp’s next global CEO
Times of India – World · India
Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI Business Desk delivers latest business news from around the world to Times of India readers.…
Tech & Startups
Instagram looks to take on streaming services with longer-form, episodic and live formats for its TV app
TechCrunch · US
Instagram is coming for streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video as it sets its ambitions for living room viewing.
Tech & Startups
Seedcamp raises $320M for its new fund to expand its US footprint
TechCrunch · US
After 18 years of focusing on Europe, early-stage investor Seedcamp said that it has raised $320 million for its latest fund, which will see it expanding its p…
Geopolitics
‘No sense of direction’: The downfall of decent but despised Keir Starmer
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The British prime minister took office at a challenging time, but critics accuse him of weakness and poor judgement.
Geopolitics
Chinese ride-hailing giants back Hong Kong plan to cap permits at 10,000
South China Morning Post – World · China
Two mainland Chinese ride-hailing operators in Hong Kong have backed a controversial plan to regulate the industry by capping vehicle permits at 10,000, a figu…
Geopolitics
What retail apocalypse? Southeast Asia’s malls are sitting pretty
South China Morning Post – World · China
A cursory look at the ranking of the world’s largest shopping centres shows the scale of the decline in the US retail property market. The US has only one, the…
Startups
How Cashfree Payments' One Click Checkout helped Sepoy & Co. crack the D2C conversion code
Your Story · India
The story of how a craft mixer brand closed the final gap between a great product and a great purchase experience.
Geopolitics
Germany news: Ministers discuss refugee deportation rules
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Germany's regional interior ministers are holding their biannual conference with immigration, deportations and benefits high on the agenda. Meanwhile, Germany …
Geopolitics
Land acquired by govt? Here's what happens now & how compensation is calculated
Times of India – World · India
India's land acquisition law, the 2013 Act, aims to ensure fair acquisition, compensation and transparent resettlement for affected families. It mandates Socia…
Geopolitics
Iran pledges no bomb; U.S. promises sanctions relief, $300 billion financing; agreement’s leaked text shows
The Hindu – World · India
The draft, published by Saudi Arabia’s Al Arabiya network, states that Iran has pledged never to produce nuclear weapons, while U.S. would lift sanctions on th…
Geopolitics
Jio’s $4 billion IPO may be just days away: Here's what to expect
Times of India – World · India
Reliance Jio is reportedly nearing the submission of draft papers for its substantial $4 billion IPO, a move anticipated before Mukesh Ambani's upcoming shareh…
Startups
How Equip is using AI to change the way companies hire
Your Story · India
Equip uses AI to screen, assess, and interview candidates at scale, so recruiters spend less time filtering and more time hiring.
Geopolitics
SpaceX vaults past Amazon’s market value, briefly topping Microsoft
South China Morning Post – World · China
SpaceX roared past Amazon’s market valuation on Tuesday and briefly topped that of Microsoft, rapidly scaling the list of the world’s most valuable companies …
Geopolitics
Leader of Taiwan’s KMT Cheng Li-wun talks Beijing relations in Washington
South China Morning Post – World · China
The two-week US trip by Taiwan’s main opposition leader offered Washington a different take on cross-Strait relations, although whether it will change anything…
Geopolitics
Corporate leaders turn to new doctorate to strategise AI adoption
South China Morning Post – World · China
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] For modern-day businesses, effective AI adoption is increasingly seen as make or br…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong must remain outward-looking to thrive: past and present TDC leaders
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong must remain an outward-looking economy and a free port to thrive, current and former leaders of the city’s trade promotion body have said, stressing …
Geopolitics
Fujitsu chair resigns after ‘woman-related inappropriate conduct’
The Guardian – World · Europe
Japanese technology company at centre of Post Office IT scandal is negotiating settlement with UK government over faulty softwareBusiness live – latest updates…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong property tycoon Mico Chung cashes out of US$13.4 million home on The Peak
South China Morning Post – World · China
A company linked to CSI Properties chairman and founder Mico Chung and his wife has sold a luxury house on The Peak for HK$105 million (US$13.4 million), accor…
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