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Geopolitics

Meta is planning biggest-ever layoffs: Here's why 15,000 jobs could be at risk

Times of India – World · India

Meta is planning its largest-ever layoffs, potentially impacting over 20% of its workforce that equals to about 15,000-plus employees. This significant move i…

Geopolitics

Top Chinese entrepreneurs commit to Middle East expansion despite Iran war

South China Morning Post – World · China

Two prominent Chinese business leaders have pledged to double down on outbound investment – including in the Middle East and Latin America – even as geopolitic…

Tech & Startups

What to Do in Vegas If You’re Here for Business (2026)

Wired · Global

Where to lock in, power down, and actually enjoy your business trip.

Tech & Startups

Digg lays off staff and shuts down app as company retools

TechCrunch · US

Digg laid off a significant number of staff and shut down its app, but says it's not giving up on the startup.

Geopolitics

Up to 16,000 Meta jobs at stake as Zuckerberg focuses on AI

South China Morning Post – World · China

Meta is planning sweeping lay-offs that could affect 20 per cent or more of the company, three sources familiar with the matter said, as it seeks to offset cos…

Geopolitics

Meta reportedly plans sweeping layoffs as AI costs increase

The Guardian – World · Europe

Sources tell Reuters layoffs could affect 20% or more of company as plans reflect broader tensions within big techMeta is planning sweeping layoffs that could …

Geopolitics

Apple cuts China App Store commission fees after government pressure

The Guardian – World · Europe

The move, which lowers fees to 25%, is a breakthrough for Chinese developers Tencent and ByteDanceSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter aler…

Tech & Startups

Apple drops commission rates in China without a fuss

TechCrunch · US

Apple dropped its App Store commission rates to 25% in China, and commissions on auto-renewed subscriptions down to 12%.

Startups

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (March 13, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, March 13, 2026.

Geopolitics

JPMorgan signs up as anchor tenant for SHKP’s West Kowloon office development

South China Morning Post – World · China

JPMorgan Chase has committed to leasing about 250,000 sq ft of space in the new Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP) office towers in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon distri…

Geopolitics

Is India-US trade deal on hold? Centre issues clarification

Times of India – World · India

- TOI Business Desk delivers global business news, covering industries, markets, and economic trends. - Focuses on in-depth analysis, exclusive reports, and …

Geopolitics

Apple reduces App Store commissions in China in move applauded by Tencent, NetEase

South China Morning Post – World · China

Apple announced a reduction in the App Store commissions it charges developers in China ahead of the annual World Consumer Rights Day, drawing approval from th…

Geopolitics

LPG shortage: What Infosys and HCL Tech's advisory to employees says

Times of India – World · India

IT giants Infosys and HCLTech are implementing temporary measures due to an LPG gas shortage impacting India. Infosys has adjusted food court menus and cooking…

Startups

CARS24 acquires Vehicle Info to build full-stack ownership platform

Your Story · India

The acquisition allows CARS24 to transition beyond vehicle sales into a comprehensive digital ownership platform. By integrating lifecycle services like fine p…

Startups

Shantanu Narayen to transition from CEO role at Adobe

Your Story · India

After 18 years as the CEO of Adobe, Shantanu Narayen will transition from his role once a successor is appointed. He will continue to serve the company as chai…

Geopolitics

Adobe's longtime CEO Shantanu Narayen to exit role amid AI disruption, shares fall

The Hindu – World · India

Adobe’s shares have fallen around 22% so far this year after declining over ⁠21% in 2025, reflecting investor apprehension over the firm’s AI strategy and outl…

Startups

Green Frontier Capital’s maiden fund; How Megha Sarayan built Modge

Your Story · India

Green Frontier Capital is one of the few VC firms that are exclusively focused on India’s climate-tech landscape. Kolkata-based Modge, coined from ‘mood’ and ‘…

Geopolitics

BMW sees smoother road ahead in China after sales skid in 2025

South China Morning Post – World · China

BMW could be approaching the end of the tunnel in China as signs of stabilisation raise hopes of a turnaround after the German carmaker reported that sales dro…

Tech & Startups

Atlassian follows Block’s footsteps and cuts staff in the name of AI

TechCrunch · US

Atlassian laid off 10% of its workforce, around 1,600 people, as the company looks to funnel more funds to AI.

Geopolitics

Oracle may be preparing to cut thousands of jobs, analysts see this $500 million as proof

Times of India – World · India

Oracle is reportedly preparing for significant job cuts in the coming months, with a substantial increase in restructuring funds to $2.1 billion signaling pote…

Startups

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (March 12, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Startups

Meet the 20 Startups That Won India’s National Startup Awards 2026

Your Story · India

India’s innovation ecosystem received another boost as the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) felicitated winners

AI / Deep Tech

Brutal times for the US battery industry

MIT Technology Review · Global

Just a few years ago, the battery industry was hot, hot, hot. There was a seemingly infinite number of companies popping up, with shiny new chemistries and mas…

Geopolitics

Qatari-backed fund offers $1.5bn for pizza giant Papa John’s: Report

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Irth Capital offers $47 per share for Papa John's International, sources have told Reuters news agency.

Geopolitics

Honda warns of $16bn hit on its pivot away from EVs

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Japan's Honda expects to book extra costs of almost $16 billion as it recalibrates its electric vehicle strategy. It blamed US policy changes and tariffs in pa…

Geopolitics

Shell CEO’s pay jumps 60% despite slump in profits at oil company

The Guardian – World · Europe

Campaigners say people unlikely to ‘look favourably’ on package for Wael Sawan, which rose to £13.8m in 2025The chief executive of Shell saw his pay jump more …

Geopolitics

Cathay Pacific to nearly double fuel surcharge on Wednesday as costs surge

South China Morning Post – World · China

Cathay Pacific Airways will nearly double its fuel surcharges starting from Wednesday, following a similar move by another Hong Kong carrier amid rising fuel p…

Geopolitics

'Elon Musk Unveiled: The Tesla Experiment': When unchecked ambition costs lives

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A documentary explores how Tesla drivers serve as unpaid beta testers of the company's self-driving cars, while Elon Musk focuses on his long-term goal: coloni…

Geopolitics

John Lewis pays first annual staff bonus in four years as profits rise

The Guardian – World · Europe

Payment of 2% at employee-owned partnership follows sales increase to £13.4bnThe owner of John Lewis and Waitrose has paid an annual bonus to workers for the f…

Geopolitics

Atlassian layoffs: Sydney-based software company to cut 1,600 jobs

Times of India – World · India

Australian software firm Atlassian is laying off 1,600 employees, 10 percent of its workforce. This includes Chief Technology Officer Rajeev Rajan. The company…

Tech & Startups

What to Do in Dumbo If You’re Here for Business (2026)

Wired · Global

The Big Apple has had a tech boom in the past few years—here’s where to stay, play, eat, and work in the city’s tech-dense Dumbo neighborhood.

Tech & Startups

Lovable says it added $100M in revenue last month alone, with just 146 employees

TechCrunch · US

Swedish vibe-coding unicorn Lovable crossed $400 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) in February.

Tech & Startups

Netflix may have paid $600 million for Ben Affleck’s AI startup

TechCrunch · US

This deal could rank as among the streaming giant's largest acquisitions ever.

Tech & Startups

Zendesk acquires agentic customer service startup Forethought

TechCrunch · US

Forethought was years ahead of its time and the 2018 winner of TechCrunch Battlefield.

Geopolitics

‘Devastating blow’: Atlassian lays off 1,600 workers ahead of AI push

The Guardian – World · Europe

Layoffs to affect 10% of workforce amid Australian company’s restructuring plan to push into artificial intelligence and enterprise salesSoftware giant Atlassi…

Geopolitics

Reliance to fund oil refinery in US; Donald Trump calls it 'historic $300 billion deal'

Times of India – World · India

- Reeba Zachariah is assistant corporate editor at The Times of India, covering Tata Group and sectors like hospitality, retail, travel, liquor, and consumer d…

Tech & Startups

Poppi founder on TikTok, Super Bowl ads, and her return to Shark Tank

TechCrunch · US

For years, venture capitalists have been skeptical of beverage startups, citing thin margins and brutal distribution as reasons most brands never break ou…

Startups

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (March 11, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

Startups

Former Myntra, H&M executives launch retail tech platform Confluxe with $1.6M pre-seed funding

Your Story · India

Confluxe stated that the newly raised capital will be allocated toward launching its initial brand partnerships, developing its technology and data infrastruct…

Geopolitics

Geely Auto beats BYD sales in first 2 months of 2026 to become China’s top carmaker

South China Morning Post – World · China

Geely Auto has gained the upper hand in mainland China’s intensifying automotive sector, as its diverse product line-up pays off after electric vehicle (EV) ki…

Startups

Namma Yatri to raise Rs 39.8 Cr in a Pre-Series A round

Your Story · India

The ride-hailing company is expected to use the funds for growth and expansion of its operations, working capital requirements, and other general corporate pur…

Tech & Startups

What to Do in Chicago If You’re Here for Business (2026)

Wired · Global

Where to lock in, power down, and actually enjoy your business trip.

Geopolitics

Elon Musk on course to become world’s first trillionaire as wealth soars

South China Morning Post – World · China

Elon Musk’s estimated US$839 billion net worth has made him the wealthiest individual ever recorded, Forbes said on Tuesday, as billionaires worldwide saw thei…

Geopolitics

Cathay posts 9.5% rise in profit to HK$10.82 billion but warns of geopolitical risks

South China Morning Post – World · China

Cathay Pacific Airways’ net profit climbed 9.5 per cent to HK$10.82 billion (US$1.39 billion) in 2025, driven by increased capacity and robust cargo demand, as…

Geopolitics

India Inc feels West Asia turmoil tremors

Times of India – World · India

- Reeba Zachariah is assistant corporate editor at The Times of India, covering Tata Group and sectors like hospitality, retail, travel, liquor, and consumer d…

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