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Medicare’s new payment model is built for AI, and most of the tech world has no idea
TechCrunch
· US
There is no governmental mechanism to pay for an AI agent that monitors a patient between visits, calls to check in, coordinates a housing referral, or makes s…
Head of Microsoft’s Israel branch to step down after inquiry into dealings with Israeli military
The Guardian – World
· Europe
The inquiry came after the Guardian revealed Israel used company technology to support mass surveillance of Palestinian phone callsThe head of Microsoft’s Isra…
Who Might Challenge Starmer in a Leadership Contest?
The New York Times – World
· US
Health Secretary Wes Streeting, Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham and former deputy prime minister Angela Rayner are among the possible contenders.
PM Modi wants Indians to pause gold buying: How much forex can be saved?
Times of India – World
· India
India’s gold imports hit a record $71.98 billion in 2025-26, rising over 24% from $58 billion a year earlier. This was largely due to skyrocketing global gold …
UAE's main gas complex to resume full capacity next year after attacks
The Hindu – World
· India
ADNOC Gas said the Habshan site in the capital Abu Dhabi, which supplies gas across the UAE, was operating at 60% and "the company is currently working towards…
The U.S. President sought to downplay differences with Chinese President Xi Jinping over Iran and the shadow the conflict is casting on global oil markets
Oil crunch drains colour from Calbee, 1 of Japan’s favourite snacks
South China Morning Post – World
· China
One of Japan’s best-loved snack brands is switching to monochrome packaging for a number of its products due to a shortage of naphtha – a crude-oil derivative …
Why India turned down Russia's LNG despite Middle East-driven supply concerns
Times of India – World
· India
India has reportedly rejected Russian LNG cargoes under US sanctions, despite energy security worries. A sanctioned Russian LNG shipment is now stranded near S…
Sindhuja Microcredit raises $5M in pre-Series D round
Your Story
· India
Sindhuja Microcredit said it will use this funding to strengthen its capital base, support business expansion, and further expand access to responsible credit …
Fostering breakthrough AI innovation through customer-back engineering
MIT Technology Review
· Global
Despite years of digitization, organizations capture less than one-third of the value expected from digital investments, according to McKinsey research. That’s…
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan sends congratulations message to Nvidia's Jensen Huang
Times of India – World
· India
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang showcased a united front at Carnegie Mellon University, where Tan personally hooded Huang for his honorary doc…
Wingreens acquires Safe Harvest, bets on integrated clean-label platform after series D close
Your Story
· India
The transaction coinces with Wingreen's successful ₹120 crore Series D fundraise, led by investor Ashish Kacholia, with participation from Alchemy Fund.
ONGC Startup Fund opens advisory roles to strengthen India's energy VC push
Your Story
· India
ONGC Startup Fund is hiring senior advisors to strengthen its energy-focused venture capital push as India accelerates investments in clean energy, climate tec…
Calls for 20,500 ride-hailing permits to keep 15,000 cars on Hong Kong roads daily
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong authorities should issue about 20,500 licences in the first phase of regulating ride-hailing platforms, lawmakers and experts have said, arguing that…
Hong Kong’s property recovery could be more robust than many think
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A wave of bullishness is sweeping through Hong Kong’s real estate market. A report by S&P Global Ratings on May 5 said an “upside surprise” could materiali…
Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui tops Asia luxury retail rents, but Bond Street world’s priciest
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui has retained its title as Asia’s priciest luxury retail strip, commanding £16,160 (US$22,000) per square metre in annual rents, as th…
US Senate expected to confirm Kevin Warsh as next Federal Reserve chair
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Warsh would succeed outgoing Fed chair Jerome Powell as Trump continues his push to influence the US central bankSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter em…
Motherhood and leadership: The strengths businesses need more than ever
Your Story
· India
Corporate India is rethinking leadership. As burnout, distrust and disengagement rise, empathy, adaptability and emotional intelligence are becoming strategic …
Uber has always wanted to be more than a ride; now it has reason to hurry
TechCrunch
· US
The company has been trying to embed itself inside the AV industry — as a data provider, an investor, and a distribution platform — but the consumer-facing bet…
Himanta Biswa Sarma has been appointed Assam's chief minister by governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, marking the NDA's third consecutive term. Following his unan…
Foreign investor share falls to 14-year low; DII ownership rises to steady markets
Times of India – World
· India
Foreign investors are significantly reducing their stake in Indian equities, with FII ownership hitting a multi-year low. Concurrently, domestic institutional …
ByteDance raises 2026 capex by at least 25% amid AI boom, rising memory costs, sources say
South China Morning Post – World
· China
TikTok owner ByteDance is ramping up its spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure, boosting its planned capital expenditure this year to more than 20…
Piyush Goyal meets LVHM, L’Oreal to push India manufacturing and exports
Times of India – World
· India
Union Minister Piyush Goyal met with luxury giants LVMH and L'Oreal to boost India's manufacturing, exports, and investments. Discussions centered on expanding…
US defense contractor who sold hacking tools to Russian broker ordered to pay $10M to former employers
TechCrunch
· US
Former cybersecurity executive Peter Williams stole several surveillance and hacking tools and sold them for $1.3 million to a Russian broker that works with P…
Wall Street giants lead China-profit surge despite market polarisation, uneven recovery
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Overseas-invested securities firms collectively saw income from their China businesses skyrocket in 2025, as combined net profits climbed more than fourfold fr…
India gets new labour law as Centre notifies wage code, caps work week at 48 hours
Times of India – World
· India
New labour codes have capped weekly working hours at 48, with overtime paid at double the hourly wage. Final rules for wages and industrial relations codes are…
Can't hold fuel losses indefinitely: Officials; crude averages $105 a barrel in May so far
Times of India – World
· India
Soaring crude oil prices, averaging $105.4 a barrel, are straining oil companies' finances as they sell fuel below cost. Despite government excise duty cuts, l…
Veteran politician Jeffrey Lam to lead Hung Shui Kiu industrial park operator
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong authorities have appointed veteran politician Jeffrey Lam Kin-fung to chair the board of directors of the Hung Shui Kiu Industry Park Company – the f…
Starmer vows to fight on as PM despite heavy local election losses for Labour
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Leader defiant in face of calls from some of his MPs to quit but admits ‘results are tough, and there’s no sugarcoating it’Election 2026 live: latest news upda…
US targets Cuba nickel operation in move with implications for China-linked supply chains
South China Morning Post – World
· China
The Trump administration has expanded its pressure campaign against Cuba into the critical minerals sector, sanctioning a nickel joint venture tied to Canadian…
GameStop CEO opens eBay storefront to pay for potential eBay acquisition
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Ryan Cohen selling tube socks and baseball cards after offering $55.5bn, although source of funds remains unclearThe CEO of GameStop, Ryan Cohen, said he was s…
UK house price growth forecast halved as Iran war fallout hits housing market
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Halifax says cost of typical home fell by 0.1% in April, the second consecutive monthly drop, with pace of annual growth down from 0.8%. to 0.4%Business news –…
Trump-ally Roger Stone condemned for providing lobbying services to Myanmar’s military junta
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Stone being paid $50,000 a month to ‘rebuild’ relations between Washington and Myanmar’s military-backed governmentUS lobbyist Roger Stone, a longtime friend a…
US trade court rules against Trump’s 10% global tariffs
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Trump also issues new deadline for EU to implement trade deal terms before raising tariffs to ‘much higher levels’The US trade court on Thursday ruled against …
'You have 10 working days to voluntarily recognise unions': Google UK staff tells company
Times of India – World
· India
Google's DeepMind employees are demanding union recognition amid concerns over their AI technology's use by the US and Israeli militaries. Workers seek a commi…
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Medicare’s new payment model is built for AI, and most of the tech world has no idea
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Pair Team, a healthcare company, has been accepted into ACCESS, a Medicare program testing AI-driven medical care on a federal scale.
• The program will reward health outcomes rather than required activities, and participating organizations like Pair Team will receive predictable payments for managing qualifying conditions and earn full payment only when patients meet measurable health goals.
• Pair Team's AI agent, Flora, has already shown promise in engaging patients and providing companionship, with routine hour-long conversations helping to improve patient outcomes.
• The program's architects, Abe Sutton and Jacob Shiff, have startup backgrounds and designed the program with outcome-based payments, direct-to-consumer enrollment, and a push for competition, but there are also risks of data breaches and financial uncertainty.
Head of Microsoft’s Israel branch to step down after inquiry into dealings with Israeli military
Source: The Guardian – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Microsoft's Israeli subsidiary has faced controversy over its business dealings with the Israeli military, particularly regarding mass surveillance of Palestinian phone calls.
• An inquiry commissioned by Microsoft found that Unit 8200, an elite spy agency, had violated the company's code of ethics and terms of service, prompting the termination of their access to cloud services and AI products.
• The head of Microsoft Israel's subsidiary, Alon Haimovich, will step down due to the controversy, which also led to the departure of several other managers at the subsidiary.
• Microsoft has emphasized that its senior executives were unaware of Unit 8200's use of Azure to store intercepted Palestinian communications and claims not to provide technology for mass surveillance of civilians.
Who Might Challenge Starmer in a Leadership Contest?
Source: The New York Times – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Labour lawmakers are calling for Prime Minister Keir Starmer's departure, sparking speculation about potential replacements.
• Three top contenders include Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, Health Secretary Wes Streeting, and former Deputy Leader Angela Rayner.
• Burnham is seen as a strong candidate but would need to win a parliamentary seat to mount a challenge; Streeting has been damaged by links to Peter Mandelson; and Rayner's bid may depend on the outcome of an ongoing tax dispute.
• The party's members will ultimately decide who succeeds Starmer, requiring 81 lawmakers to support a challenger.
PM Modi wants Indians to pause gold buying: How much forex can be saved?
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• India imports goods, paying in dollars, which increases demand for dollars as import values and quantities rise.
• The article does not provide specific information on loan installments, investment returns, or pension amounts, but offers a Mutual Fund Calculator to estimate future investments.
• There is no mention of PPF (Public Provident Fund) or FD (Fixed Deposit) maturity amounts or interest earned.
• The article's author, Smriti Jain, has experience in business and economy journalism and writes on various economic topics.
UAE's main gas complex to resume full capacity next year after attacks
Source: The Hindu – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• ADNOC Gas's Habshan site in Abu Dhabi, UAE will resume full capacity in 2027 after being targeted during the West Asia war, currently operating at 60% capacity.
• The company reported $1.1 billion in net income for Q1, a 15% decrease from last year due to increased regional uncertainty and market conditions.
• The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is expected to cost ADNOC Gas between $400 million and $600 million in Q2, even if the waterway reopens, impacting full-year net income.
• If the Strait opens in H2 2026, ADNOC Gas expects its full-year net income to range from $3.5 billion to $4.0 billion, down from $5.2 billion last year.
Trump embarks on visit to China, focus on trade
Source: The Hindu – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• US President Donald Trump visited China for a meeting with President Xi Jinping to discuss smoothing trade relations, which have been rocked by tit-for-tat tariffs.
• The two leaders will also discuss other topics, including Iran and global oil markets, but Trump downplayed differences over these issues, saying they are "under control".
• A large delegation of CEOs from top US companies, including Elon Musk (Tesla) and Tim Cook (Apple), accompanied Trump on Air Force One to Beijing for meetings with Chinese leaders.
• The visit aimed to promote US-China relations and discuss ways to strengthen trade ties, with Trump expressing optimism that "a lot of good things are going to happen" as a result.
Oil crunch drains colour from Calbee, 1 of Japan’s favourite snacks
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Calbee, Japan's leading potato crisp manufacturer, is temporarily changing packaging designs due to a shortage of naphtha caused by Iran war tensions.
• The shortage is affecting raw materials and supply instability amid ongoing Middle East conflicts, including US, Israel, and Iran.
• The Strait of Hormuz closure has impacted global oil consumption, with about 20% of the world's oil normally passing through the waterway.
• Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi assures the public that there is no need to limit energy use or impose restrictions due to sufficient crude oil supplies from alternative sources.
Why India turned down Russia's LNG despite Middle East-driven supply concerns
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The TOI Business Desk provides latest and relevant business news from around the world to Times of India readers.
• The desk focuses on global business trends, industries, markets, and breaking stories that impact businesses and economies.
• The purpose is to keep readers informed about the dynamic world of commerce and provide valuable insights and updates.
• A Mutual Fund Calculator helps estimate future investment values and provides tools for calculating loan installments, interest earned, and pension amounts.
Sindhuja Microcredit raises $5M in pre-Series D round
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Sindhuja Microcredit, an Noida-headquartered microfinance institution, has raised $5 million (Rs 47 crore) in a pre-Series D funding round from existing investors Abler Nordic, GAWA Capital, and Oikocredit.
• The funding will be used to strengthen the company's capital base, support business expansion, and further expand access to responsible credit for underserved communities.
• Sindhuja Microcredit has provided micro-loans to over 500,000 self-employed women and micro-entrepreneurs across twelve states in India, and operates 366 branches with over Rs 1,100 crore in Assets under Management (AUM).
• The investment into Sindhuja Microcredit is a testament to the company's resilience and vision, according to Abler Nordic's Regional Director for Asia Smriti Chandra, who praised the management team's ability to navigate recent microfinance sector challenges.
CUDA Proves Nvidia Is a Software Company
Source: Wired
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Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• **Nvidia's CUDA is its "moat"**: Nvidia's Compute Unified Device Architecture (CUDA) is its competitive advantage in artificial intelligence (AI), allowing it to optimize GPU performance and parallelization.
• **CUDA's value lies in optimization**: CUDA enables efficient execution of complex mathematical operations, reducing workload by up to 90% in some cases, making it crucial for AI applications like machine learning.
• **Nvidia's dominance is built on lock-in**: The popularity of Nvidia GPUs and CUDA's ecosystem makes it difficult for competitors like AMD to match performance, even with better specs, due to the complexity of optimizing GPU software.
• **CUDA's challenges and benefits**: While using CUDA can be complex and time-consuming, its value lies in its ability to optimize GPU performance, making it a valuable asset for Nvidia and AI researchers.
Fostering breakthrough AI innovation through customer-back engineering
Source: MIT Technology Review
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Sponsored Agentic AI helps organizations reimagine core banking processes from the customer perspective, rather than making incremental improvements.
• Capital One's "customer-back engineering" mindset prioritizes customer needs and expectations, enabling engineers to develop solutions that achieve desired experiences.
• Agentic AI accelerates innovation by allowing engineers to work closer to customers, leveraging data-driven techniques to solve customer problems and iterate on solutions quickly.
• Best practices for achieving transformative outcomes with Agentic AI include reimagining core functions to solve meaningful customer problems, starting with high-quality data as the foundation, and focusing on rapid experimentation.
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan sends congratulations message to Nvidia's Jensen Huang
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The TOI Tech Desk is a team of journalists covering tech news for The Times of India.
• Their coverage spans gadget launches, reviews, trends, and in-depth analysis on various topics.
• They report on breaking stories impacting technology and the digital universe, including AI, cybersecurity, and social media platforms.
• TOI Tech Desk prioritizes accuracy and authenticity in their reporting.
Asian shares mixed, oil jumps 4% after Donald Trump rejects Iran's response to ceasefire proposal
Source: The Hindu – World
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Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Asian stocks were mixed on May 11, 2026, after Wall Street set new records, with Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi rising due to technology-related stocks and artificial intelligence interest.
• The Iran war caused oil prices to surge by over 4%, with Brent crude reaching $105.57 per barrel and benchmark U.S. crude at $99.89 a barrel, as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
• Despite market optimism, the U.S. job market report showed solid numbers, leading Wall Street to rise to new records on May 8, 2026, with the S&P 500 reaching an all-time high.
• The oil market is expected to remain volatile due to Iran war uncertainties, with analysts suggesting that China's influence could be crucial in reopening the Strait of Hormuz and stabilizing oil prices.
Pakistan protests to Afghanistan over suicide attack that killed 15 officers
Source: The Hindu – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Pakistan summoned a senior Afghan diplomat to protest a suicide attack in northwest Pakistan that killed 15 police officers, blaming the Pakistani Taliban (TTP) and claiming it was "masterminded by terrorists residing in Afghanistan".
• The attack occurred on May 9, 2026, when a suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle near a security post, triggering a shootout that left some officers dead or wounded.
• Pakistan has accused the newly formed splinter group Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen Pakistan of being a front for the TTP, which Islamabad claims is sheltered by the Afghan Taliban government.
• The incident follows a surge in militant violence in Pakistan and ongoing tensions between Islamabad and Kabul, with sporadic cross-border clashes continuing despite peace talks mediated by China.
Wingreens acquires Safe Harvest, bets on integrated clean-label platform after series D close
Source: Your Story
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Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Wingreens, a packaged food and beverage company, has acquired pesticide-free food brand Safe Harvest in a 100% share-swap deal.
• The acquisition strengthens Wingreens' footprint in the clean food category and deepens its farm-level linkages, aligning with the company's social mission centered on sustainable livelihoods for women.
• With the addition of Safe Harvest, Wingreens now operates three core brands: Wingreens Farms, Raw Pressery, and Safe Harvest, offering a range of products across dips, sauces, snacks, juices, and pesticide-free staples.
• The acquisition is part of Wingreens' strategy to build a multi-category better-for-you food platform, with plans to accelerate portfolio growth over the next two years and potentially expand into new categories or consider a public market listing.
ONGC Startup Fund opens advisory roles to strengthen India's energy VC push
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The YourStory newsletter delivers impactful startup stories and concise news in a 5-minute read.
• It's sent directly to your inbox every morning, keeping you up-to-date on the latest startup trends and innovations.
• The newsletter covers various topics such as unicorns of India, fundraising, and upcoming events, making it a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and industry enthusiasts.
• To subscribe, simply consent to the processing of personal data and agree to the website's privacy policy, then click "Subscribe" to start your day with startup stories.
Calls for 20,500 ride-hailing permits to keep 15,000 cars on Hong Kong roads daily
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Hong Kong authorities plan to finalize regulations for ride-hailing services, including a cap on vehicles and technical framework, before July recess.
• Non-compliance with rules could result in fines up to HK$1 million (US$127,720) and 12 months in jail upon conviction.
• The Transport and Logistics Bureau will consult stakeholders to determine the limit on ride-hailing vehicles allowed on the road.
• The legal framework aims to govern operators like Uber, Tada, Amap, and Didi Chuxing, currently operating without regulations.
Hong Kong’s property recovery could be more robust than many think
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Hong Kong's property market has bottomed out, making it attractive to mainland China developers seeking new projects.
• A recovery in prices could lead to more aggressive bidding, testing developers' financial discipline and driving long-term growth.
• Replenishing land will be crucial for developers to maintain their market position and support growth, as inventory levels are still relatively high.
• Despite the risk of reintroduced cooling measures, Morgan Stanley is bullish on Hong Kong's recovery, which could become a key driver for the broader economy.
Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui tops Asia luxury retail rents, but Bond Street world’s priciest
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Bond Street in London tops global luxury retail property market, with annual rents of €19,228 per square meter.
• Milan's Via Monte Napoleone ranks third, with annual rents of €16,000 per square meter.
• Luxury rental growth slowed sharply in 2025 due to a more normalized and cautious market environment.
• Europe continues to outperform other regions, but growth is concentrated on a limited number of prime streets due to supply constraints.
US Senate expected to confirm Kevin Warsh as next Federal Reserve chair
Source: The Guardian – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Kevin Warsh is expected to be confirmed as Chair of the Federal Reserve, succeeding Jerome Powell.
• Warsh's confirmation comes amid Trump's efforts to influence the Fed, with Democrats criticizing him for being a "sock puppet" for the president.
• Warsh has publicly aligned himself with Trump's stance on interest rates and has promised to be an "independent actor" as Fed chair, but faces pressure from the White House amid ongoing legal issues.
• The confirmation vote is expected to be split along party lines, with Democrats criticizing Warsh's ties to Trump and Republicans supporting his nomination.
Motherhood and leadership: The strengths businesses need more than ever
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The traditional leadership narrative in corporate India has shifted from speed, authority, and control to empathy, patience, and emotional intelligence.
• Motherhood and good parenting cultivate specific cognitive and emotional capabilities that modern businesses require, such as adaptability, trust, and flexibility.
• Leadership skills strengthened by motherhood include understanding people at an individual level, active listening, and empathy, which are essential for unlocking potential in the workplace.
• The article highlights the importance of building trust during uncertainty and managing teams with empathy, which are skills developed through the experience of motherhood and essential for successful leadership.
Uber has always wanted to be more than a ride; now it has reason to hurry
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Uber has announced a "super app" concept, allowing users to book hotels, vacation rentals, and restaurants within the app, in addition to its existing services.
• The company's CTO, Praveen Neppalli Naga, believes that membership programs like Uber One will be key to making this vision a reality, as they provide an incentive for users to pay for premium features and services.
• Uber is not alone in this race, with Airbnb announcing its own transportation ambitions and Elon Musk's X promising to turn into an "everything app" with the launch of X Money, a banking and payments platform.
• The success of these super apps will depend on whether they can convince users to consolidate their services within a single platform, rather than using multiple separate apps for each service.
Himanta to take oath as Assam CM tomorrow
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya appointed Himanta Biswa Sarma as Chief Minister of Assam.
• Sarma is a leader from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
• His appointment paves the way for the NDA government to take charge in Assam.
• The move marks a significant development in Indian politics, with Sarma set to lead the state.
Energy, investment, platforms: test your business creativity with Edition 231 of our weekly quiz!
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Lateral Sparks, a weekly quiz from YourStory, tests entrepreneurs' domain knowledge, business acumen, and lateral thinking skills, with real-life startup stories presented.
• The article highlights five entrepreneurial opportunities: installing charging stations for electric vehicles, filling funding gaps for women founders, tapping energy security opportunities, addressing concerns about chemicals in personal care products, and improving the home services market in India.
• Four startups are featured, including Battery Smart, which operates over 1,500 battery swapping stations; Rebalance, an accelerator and angel community focused on women founders; Kimbal, an energy engineering company that has raised $22 million in Series B funding; and Soil Concept, a natural personal care brand with plans to work with salon chains.
• The article concludes by highlighting YourStory's Book Review section, which offers takeaways from over 355 titles on creativity and entrepreneurship, as well as the PhotoSparks section on creativity in the arts.
Foreign investor share falls to 14-year low; DII ownership rises to steady markets
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The TOI Business Desk delivers latest business news from around the world to Times of India readers.
• The desk focuses on global business landscape, covering industries, markets, trends, analysis, and breaking stories.
• The team provides valuable insights and updates to keep readers informed about the ever-changing business world.
• A Mutual Fund Calculator helps estimate the future value of investments for readers.
ByteDance raises 2026 capex by at least 25% amid AI boom, rising memory costs, sources say
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• ByteDance is increasing its planned capital expenditure for AI infrastructure to over 200 billion yuan (US$30 billion) in 2023, a 25% increase from a previous plan.
• The company's growing commitment to AI and rising memory chip costs drove the increased spending.
• ByteDance has allocated a larger budget to domestic AI chips to mitigate geopolitical risks and comply with Beijing's call for more domestic semiconductors.
• This move is a common practice among Chinese tech companies, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.
Piyush Goyal meets LVHM, L’Oreal to push India manufacturing and exports
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The TOI Business Desk delivers latest business news from around the world to Times of India readers.
• The desk focuses on global business landscape, covering industries, markets, economic trends, and in-depth analysis.
• The primary goal is to provide valuable insights and updates, keeping readers informed about the ever-changing business world.
• A Mutual Fund Calculator helps estimate future investment value for various financial products like loans, SIPs, PPF, FD, pension, and NPS.
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (May 8, 2026)
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• MeMeraki, a tech-enabled platform, has received funding from GVFL, with founder Yosha Gupta working with over 500 master artisans across 300+ traditional art forms.
• Antier Solutions, an enterprise blockchain firm, has secured $3 million in investment from GVFL, marking its first institutional funding, which will be used to scale platform offerings and expand globally.
• Google for Startups and Antler India have launched the Google for Startups Immersion program for founders of AI companies in India, with applications closing on May 22, 2026.
• Adobe has inaugurated a new office in Noida, marking its seventh location in India, which will house over 700 employees across engineering and customer-focused roles.
There’s a Long-Shot Proposal to Protect California Workers From AI
Source: Wired
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Tom Steyer, a California gubernatorial candidate, proposes guaranteeing jobs with benefits for workers displaced by artificial intelligence (AI).
• The plan would introduce a "token tax" on big tech companies to fund a Golden State Sovereign Wealth Fund, which would invest in job creation, housing, healthcare, and energy infrastructure.
• The initiative also includes expanding unemployment insurance, establishing an AI Worker Protection Administration, and investing in training and apprenticeship programs across the state.
• Steyer's plan aims to strengthen California's economy, support communities, and create public spaces, while addressing concerns that AI will displace workers and leave some behind.
US defense contractor who sold hacking tools to Russian broker ordered to pay $10M to former employers
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Peter Williams, a former L3Harris cybersecurity executive, has been ordered to pay $10 million in restitution for stealing and selling advanced hacking tools to Operation Zero.
• The stolen tools were used by Russian government spies in Ukraine and later Chinese cybercriminals, causing significant losses to Trenchant and compromising the security of millions of computers and devices worldwide.
• Williams had previously pleaded guilty to the theft and was sentenced to over seven years in prison; he made $1.3 million selling the stolen trade secrets, which he used to buy luxury items and fund family vacations.
• The court's decision brings the total amount Williams must pay to L3Harris to $11.3 million, with Trenchant having suffered losses of up to $35 million due to his actions.
Laid-off Oracle workers tried to negotiate better severance. Oracle said no.
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Oracle axed an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 employees via email on March 31, with some employees losing up to $1 million in stock that was just four months from vesting.
• The company's severance offer included four weeks of pay for the first year, plus one additional week per year of service, capped at 26 weeks, as well as COBRA insurance for one month.
• Some laid-off employees pushed back against Oracle's terms, citing standard practices in the tech industry, such as accelerated vesting of stock and longer severance periods. Examples include Meta offering 16 weeks of base pay plus two weeks per year of employment and Microsoft providing accelerated stock vesting and a minimum of eight weeks' pay.
• Oracle declined to negotiate with employees, instead sticking to its original terms, highlighting the lack of protections for tech workers in mass layoffs, despite their often high salaries and perks.
Wall Street giants lead China-profit surge despite market polarisation, uneven recovery
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Goldman Sachs' China unit generated 2.48 billion yuan, reclaiming the revenue lead from Shengang Securities.
• Shengang Securities still retained its asset crown, with revenue of 1.99 billion yuan.
• J.P. Morgan Securities (China) and UBS Securities followed with revenues of 1.88 billion yuan and 1.81 billion yuan, respectively.
• Goldman's strong performance in China was attributed to the nation's A-share market rally in 2025, boosting trading and investment pipelines.
India gets new labour law as Centre notifies wage code, caps work week at 48 hours
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• The Centre has capped weekly working hours at 48 hours under the new labour codes.
• This move aims to regulate work-life balance and prevent exploitation of workers.
• Any work exceeding 48 hours per week will be considered overtime, with additional compensation required.
• This new rule is expected to benefit millions of Indian workers across various industries.
Can't hold fuel losses indefinitely: Officials; crude averages $105 a barrel in May so far
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Atul Mathur is a senior journalist at The Times of India with 27 years of experience in reporting governance, public policy, and politics.
• He focuses on energy sector news, including power, renewable energy, coal, and mines, providing researched stories with human-interest narratives.
• As an expert in financial journalism, he helps readers estimate monthly installments for loans, returns on investments through SIPs, PPF maturity amounts, FD interest earnings, and pension corpus under NPS.
• A Mutual Fund Calculator is available to help estimate the future value of investments, providing clarity and context to complex financial issues.
Veteran politician Jeffrey Lam to lead Hung Shui Kiu industrial park operator
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Jeffrey Lam has been appointed to chair the board of directors of the Hung Shui Kiu Industry Park Company.
• The company is responsible for developing and operating a 23-hectare logistics park, the first pilot land parcel of the Northern Metropolis megaproject.
• Lam hopes the new company will act as a middleman to help enterprises navigate red tape and support their growth in Hong Kong.
• The board consists of five bureau chiefs and five non-official members, tasked with formulating a development strategy for the park.
Starmer vows to fight on as PM despite heavy local election losses for Labour
Source: The Guardian – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Keir Starmer vows to fight on as prime minister despite Labour's heavy losses in local elections, with many calling for him to resign.
• Labour has lost control of councils in its heartlands across northern England and the Midlands, while Reform UK has made significant gains.
• Starmer acknowledges the tough results, citing voters' dissatisfaction with his party's performance, but refuses to quit, saying he won't abandon his responsibility to deliver on promises.
• The opposition Conservative Party is also heading for heavy losses, confirming a splintering of the British electorate, while Reform UK and the Green Party are expected to make gains in Scotland and Wales.
Farage Celebrates Reform UK’s Strong Performance in Local Elections
Source: The New York Times – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Nigel Farage's Reform U.K. party has won over 400 council seats across England, according to early results from local elections.
• The party's victories have come at the expense of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour Party and the Conservatives, traditionally dominant parties in British politics.
• Reform U.K. leader Nigel Farage is confident that his party will fare similarly well in contests determining control of parliaments in Scotland and Wales.
• While Farage predicts a "historic shift" in British politics, there are questions about the depth and durability of Reform's popularity in a country with a fractured traditional two-party system.
Could Lovable’s automatic 10% pay raise be the cure for toxic cultures?
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Lovable, a Stockholm-based vibe-coding platform, is offering annual 10% salary raises to all employees on their work anniversaries, a rare practice in the US corporate world.
• The startup's approach is made possible by its rapid revenue growth, which has allowed it to share the wealth directly with employees rather than relying on stock options or profit-sharing plans.
• Lovable's lead of people team, Maryanne Caughey, said the program reflects the company's goal of building a strong culture and retaining top talent, as it plans to grow from 200 to 400 employees by year-end.
• The move is seen as a refreshing approach in an industry where mass layoffs have become common, and equity compensation is often used as a way to avoid permanent salary increases.
Disney looking to make a unified ‘super app,’ report says
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Disney senior executives are considering combining Disney+ with other apps, such as Disneyland Resort and Disney Cruise Line Navigator, into a single "super app".
• The goal is to streamline the Disney experience, making the relationship between Disney+ and the parks more cohesive, according to CEO Josh D'Amaro.
• The project aims to increase interest in the parks by getting Mickey Mouse in front of more Disney+ subscribers, but may face challenges with ad placement for cruises or other park experiences.
• The "super app" is still in its early stages, and it's unclear what features will be included or how it will impact user experience.
US targets Cuba nickel operation in move with implications for China-linked supply chains
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Marco Rubio announced sanctions on Thursday, increasing pressure on Cuba's military-controlled economy.
• Three Sherritt directors, including chairman Brian Imrie, resigned with immediate effect.
• Sanctions measures announced by Washington on May 1 have already significantly impacted Sherritt's ability to operate in Cuba.
• Sherritt owns a one-third stake in Energas, which generates about 10% of Cuba's electricity.
GameStop CEO opens eBay storefront to pay for potential eBay acquisition
Source: The Guardian – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Ryan Cohen, CEO of GameStop, is selling vintage video games, baseball cards, and merchandise on eBay to help fund the company's proposed $55.5bn acquisition of eBay.
• The items up for sale include a pair of tube socks going for nearly $14,000, a pair of store signs worth over $15,000, and a painting of Tylee, a toy poodle who inspired Cohen to found Chewy.
• GameStop has proposed an all-cash and stock split offer to acquire eBay for $125 per share, but the company's current valuation makes it unclear whether they have the funds to carry out the deal.
• The acquisition proposal was met with skepticism, as investor Michael Burry dumped his shares of GameStop, citing concerns that debt is not a substitute for creativity.
UK house price growth forecast halved as Iran war fallout hits housing market
Source: The Guardian – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• UK house prices fell for the second consecutive month in April, with the cost of a typical home dropping by 0.1% to £299,313.
• The annual rate of house price growth slowed down from 0.8% to 0.4%, according to Halifax's data.
• The decline is attributed to global developments, including higher energy prices and interest rates, which have added uncertainty to the housing market.
• The conflict in the Middle East has created a disconnect between buyers and sellers, with many homes sitting on the market for longer as prices are not being adjusted accordingly.
Trump-ally Roger Stone condemned for providing lobbying services to Myanmar’s military junta
Source: The Guardian – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Roger Stone, a longtime friend and ally of Donald Trump, has been paid $50,000 per month by Myanmar's military-backed government to "rebuild" relations with Washington.
• The purpose of Stone's services is to promote trade, natural resources, and humanitarian relief between the US and Myanmar, according to documents filed under the US Foreign Agents Registration Act.
• Activists have condemned Stone's involvement, saying it profits from a heavily sanctioned junta that has committed war crimes and crimes against humanity with impunity, and has accused DCI Group of profiting from the military regime.
• The US has imposed various sanctions on individuals and businesses linked to Myanmar's military over recent years in response to alleged genocide against the Rohingya minority and the 2021 military coup.
US trade court rules against Trump’s 10% global tariffs
Source: The Guardian – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• US trade court rules against Trump's 10% global tariffs, finding them unjustified under a 1970s trade law.
• Trump had invoked section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 to impose tariffs, but the court found it was not an appropriate step for correcting "balance of payments deficits".
• Trump gives EU until July 4 to implement trade deal commitments or face increased tariffs on goods like cars, which will rise from 15% to "much higher levels".
• In a surprise move, Trump announced he would raise tariffs on EU vehicles to 25% due to slow implementation of a deal struck in Scotland last July.
'You have 10 working days to voluntarily recognise unions': Google UK staff tells company
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• TOI Tech Desk is a team of journalists covering tech news for The Times of India.
• Their coverage includes gadget launches, reviews, trends, analysis, and breaking stories on technology and digital issues.
• Topics range from AI and cybersecurity to personal gadgets and popular platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook.
• TOI Tech Desk prioritizes accuracy and authenticity in its reporting.
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