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Hong Kong exchange marks progress in luring more listings from abroad
South China Morning Post – World
· China
The Hong Kong stock exchange is drawing a growing number of foreign companies from across Asia and North America that are seeking international capital, as the…
Uniqlo defies sluggish China market with double-digit profit growth
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo posted higher revenue and double-digit profit growth in mainland China over the three-month period ending in May, defying slug…
Skilling vital in India's goal of becoming AI solutions capital: IT Secretary
Your Story
· India
Artificial intelligence (AI) presents an opportunity to transition beyond routine work, with automation expected to handle lower-order functions while humans f…
Assam government introduces Bills in assembly to boost ease of doing business
Your Story
· India
Industries, Commerce and Public Enterprises Minister Bimal Borah tabled The Assam Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (Facilitation of Establishment and Operat…
Should I stay or should I go? Given Germany's high cost and sluggish growth, some business leaders are mulling relocating, or at least investing abroad. DW has…
New EPF Scheme 2026: 10 questions employees are asking about contributions, withdrawals & more
Times of India – World
· India
EPF Scheme 2026: The good news is that many core features of the provident fund system remain familiar. Existing PF accounts continue, contribution rates broad…
‘American jobs not for foreign fraudsters’: JD Vance as US launches major H-1B visa fraud probe
Indian Express – World
· India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The US Department of Labour has launched an investigation into alleged fraud involving H-1B and P…
DevSparks Hyderabad returns to decode agentic AI, cybersecurity, and the future of software development
Your Story
· India
YourStory's flagship developer summit heads to Hyderabad on August 8, bringing together developers, tech leaders, and enterprises to unpack the technologies re…
NATO allies reaffirm ‘ironclad commitment’ to collective defence; Trump tempers fury as summit ends
The Hindu – World
· India
Behind closed doors, President Trump had reassured them he wanted the U.S. to stay in the military alliance, saying: "We want to remain with you", a source ins…
Mercedes, BMW see highest-ever sales in H1, EVs drive growth
Times of India – World
· India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Determine monthly installment amounts for loans, including estimates of returns on SIPs (Systemat…
When will Hong Kong’s retail leasing market see a turnaround?
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong’s retail leasing market remained under pressure with rental rates far below the pre-pandemic levels, while Beijing’s crackdown on capital flight and …
In his new role, Biswas will lead the company's engineering organisation and report to Rahul Chari, Co-founder of PhonePe, who will take on the role of Chief P…
Hong Kong’s Paul Chan pledges second trip to Saudi Arabia to build Mideast ties
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong’s finance chief will lead another business delegation to Saudi Arabia later this year, announcing the news as the city hosted the first overseas edit…
Financial services AI dangers highlighted by UK regulator's review
The Hindu – World
· India
Regulators globally have begun to focus more keenly on the impact of AI, from cyber and operational risks associated with frontier AI models such as Anthropic…
The complexity tax: Are organisations caught up in the AI adoption wave?
Your Story
· India
In the digital world, every groundbreaking piece of technology is perched atop something that already exists.
For example, the Internet is built over client-s…
This change in ownership resulting as Indian owned and controlled company (IOCC) will enable Swiggy to own inventory directly for Instamart, its quick commerce…
Cult.Fit files draft IPO papers to raise Rs 950 Cr via fresh issue
Your Story
· India
Cult.Fit has filed for an IPO to fund expansion as revenue climbs and losses shrink. The offering highlights confidence in India’s growing organised fitness ma…
How Volkswagen's huge workforce became a liability
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be e…
How Indian-origin businessman allegedly posed as ‘CIA agent’ to enter Indonesia’s $13.9 billion fighter jet deal
Indian Express – World
· India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Gaurav Srivastava, an Indian-origin businessman, is accused of pretending to be a CIA officer to …
Oil price today: Crude slips after OPEC+ announces raising output targets from August
Times of India – World
· India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The TOI Business Desk provides latest business news from around the world to Times of India reade…
Philippines’ record capital wage rise leaves workers hungry for more
South China Morning Post – World
· China
In the Philippine capital, 85 pesos (US$1.40) is barely enough to buy a meal for one, let alone a family of five.
Yet that modest sum, roughly the price of 1½k…
For urban buyers, Saturdays, Sundays witness 2/3rd of weekly spend
Times of India – World
· India
Urban Indians significantly boost their spending on Saturdays and Sundays, with a 1.6 times higher expenditure compared to weekdays. Fashion, entertainment, e…
FMCG Q1 demand stable; companies flag El Nino risk
Times of India – World
· India
Household goods demand held steady in Q1 despite price hikes, as companies navigated inflation. However, concerns linger over El Nino's potential impact on mon…
Ex-CFO of RCap, Amit Bapna, held in connection with ADAG probe
Times of India – World
· India
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended Amit Bapna, former CFO of Reliance Capital Ltd, as part of its probe into Reliance ADA Group matters.…
Bengaluru leads Avendus Wealth-Hurun U30 list with 21 founders
Your Story
· India
Priyanka Kharge, Minister for Home, e-Governance, Electronics, IT, and BT, Govt. of Karnataka, said this is a testament to Bengaluru's entrepreneurial spirit, …
Development chief hails ‘diversified’ consortium in Northern Metropolis pilot bid
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong’s development chief has welcomed the collaboration between property developers and industry operators in bids for a Northern Metropolis pilot project…
Wang Fuk Court administrator to hold crucial owners’ meeting on July 19
South China Morning Post – World
· China
The government-appointed administrator of Hong Kong’s fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court will hold an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) with owners of the flats on …
After years of tracking packages, Amazon planning to use the same playbook for employees
Times of India – World
· India
Amazon is reportedly deploying wearable devices to precisely track warehouse employees in support roles, previously monitored manually. This new 'Right Station…
New pipeline in Canada to proceed after C$150bn pledged to ease BC and First Nations concerns
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Port expansion and protections for whales part of BC and Alberta plan to expand country’s presence overseasThe governments of Canada and the province of Albert…
Watch: What explains the rise of women-owned businesses in Afghanistan?
The Hindu – World
· India
After returning to power in 2021, the Taliban barred girls from secondary schools and universities, pushed women out of much of the formal workforce, and impos…
Employee training hours in Hong Kong hit 14-year high amid AI push: survey
South China Morning Post – World
· China
The average number of training hours an employee in Hong Kong undergoes has hit a 14-year high as companies push for greater technology adoption and skills upg…
Rebound in venture capital inflow; How Addverb built an intralogistics biz
Your Story
· India
VC funding into Indian startups for the first six months of the year touched $6.9 billion, raising hopes that capital inflow will surpass 2025 levels by the en…
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Hong Kong exchange marks progress in luring more listings from abroad
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• PwC expects an influx of international issuers on Hong Kong's exchange in H2 2026 and 2027, driven by consumer goods and services companies.
• The majority of inquiries come from Southeast Asia and the Middle East, with many companies seeking to list before the end of 2026.
• Companies aiming for a listing in Hong Kong have limited time frames due to market sentiment fluctuations, making it crucial to launch deals before November's US midterm elections.
• A notable example is Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, which plans to triple-list on Hong Kong, London, and home exchanges by the end of 2026.
Enviu’s Devansh Peshin on building markets and jobs from India’s textile waste
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• **India generates 70.73 lakh tonnes of textile waste annually**: According to a Ministry of Textiles report, most of this waste lacks productive reuse and is treated as an environmental problem.
• **Enviu's approach focuses on identifying gaps in the textile waste value chain**: The organization has worked with MSMEs involved in textile waste management across 14 cities, diverting 4.4 million kg of textile waste while creating 2,900 green jobs.
• **Scaling circular businesses requires economics and technology**: Only 39% of textile waste currently generates positive value for waste management enterprises, highlighting the need to fix collection and sorting issues and move beyond collection into processing and material recovery.
• **Circularity in India needs domestic solutions and policy reforms**: Enviu's Regional Program Manager argues that India doesn't need imports; domestic pre- and post-consumer waste is sufficient to build solutions. He also calls for tax reforms, Extended Producer Responsibility frameworks, and support for labor-intensive sorting and repair work.
Uniqlo defies sluggish China market with double-digit profit growth
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Fast Retailing, parent of Uniqlo, saw a 0.6% drop in China's total retail sales despite frayed Beijing-Tokyo ties.
• Same-store sales rose due to enhanced marketing and "buoyant demand" for summer products like easy pants, UV-protection items, and T-shirts.
• Greater China (mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan) contributed 19.5% of Fast Retailing's global sales with ¥510.5 billion in revenue for the nine-month period ending May.
• The company reported significant growth: sales reached ¥3.1 trillion (up 17.1%), and net profit came in at ¥426 billion (up 25.6%) year on year.
Can AI answer the $3 trillion question?
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Sequoia partner David Cahn estimates that AI infrastructure spending will reach $1.5 trillion in 2026, requiring $3 trillion in revenue to justify the investment.
• The AI industry is still far from generating this revenue, with Anthropic reportedly earning $60 billion in ARR and OpenAI earning $13 billion in 2025, leaving a significant gap to be closed.
• Torsten Slok, chief economist at Apollo, warns that if hyperscalers (Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon) don't meet their cash-flow goals, the market reaction could be severe, potentially tipping the economy into recession and the S&P 500 into a correction.
• The increasing adoption of cheaper open-source AI models, often from Chinese companies, may further exacerbate the issue, as it could lead to decreased token prices and reduced revenue for companies building token factories.
Russian Finances Get Shakier, Despite Short-Term Bonus From Iran War
Source: The New York Times – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Oil prices have fallen back to pre-war levels, threatening Russia's budget deficit, which has deepened due to military expenses and Ukraine war costs.
• In the first six months of this year, Russia spent 55% of its annual budget, resulting in a federal budget deficit of $75 billion, exceeding expectations.
• Russian oil revenues rose sharply in Q2 due to higher prices, but this trend is expected to reverse unless the Middle East conflict escalates further.
• Overall, Russia's oil and gas revenues for the first half of the year were 22% lower than the same period in 2025, due to poor revenue in Q1 and declining prices.
Slate Auto teams up with Crayola to color its EV truck
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Slate Auto, an EV startup backed by Jeff Bezos, offers customization options through vehicle wraps, decals, lighting, and accessories for its $24,950 electric truck.
• The company has partnered with Crayola to offer five vehicle wraps using signature colors, including Cerulean, Fern, Jersey Tomato, Razzmatazz, and Dandelion, priced at $1,549.99 each.
• For customers who opt for a crayon-colored wrap, Slate will also provide a matching Crayola key fob and "Slatelet" art piece that snaps onto the dashboard.
• The partnership is a first for Crayola in the automotive industry, and it's unclear if Slate plans to collaborate with other companies on vehicle wrap designs in the future.
Nandan Nilekani backed Fundamentum Partnership launches Rs 2,200 Cr third fund
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Fundamentum Partnership, a venture capital firm, has launched its third fund with a target corpus of Rs 2,200 crore (approximately $280 million).
• The firm will focus on Series B investments in consumer technology, fintech, and AI-native/ enabled businesses, planning to invest Rs 100-150 crore per portfolio company.
• Fundamentum's founding partner Nandan Nilekani will serve as the anchor investor, with Sanjeev Aggarwal leading the fund alongside Prateek Jain, Mayank Kachhwaha, and CFO Sanjay Chaturvedi.
• The firm aims to back Indian startups that have achieved product-market fit and are preparing to scale, filling a critical funding gap in the Indian startup ecosystem.
Skilling vital in India's goal of becoming AI solutions capital: IT Secretary
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• IT Secretary S Krishnan emphasizes the importance of reorienting skills for the AI era to harness India's STEM talent and become the artificial intelligence solutions capital of the world.
• Krishnan notes that while investments in AI infrastructure are accelerating, deployment across enterprises remains limited, presenting an opportunity for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India to play a critical role.
• He stresses the need for human interface in rolling out AI applications and solutions, and that redesigning training programs is crucial to prepare the workforce for the AI era.
• Krishnan highlights the importance of measuring the impact of reforms introduced by the centre and states to encourage the establishment of GCCs, particularly regarding tax clarity, labour code measures, and easier business norms.
Assam government introduces Bills in assembly to boost ease of doing business
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The Assam government has introduced five bills in the assembly aimed at improving ease of doing business, including replacing the existing MSME law and strengthening the state's single-window clearance mechanism.
• The proposed legislation seeks to create a more business-friendly framework for MSMEs, reduce compliance burden on commercial establishments, and promote digital governance and self-certification.
• The government has also introduced bills aimed at simplifying processes and reducing regulatory hurdles in industries such as tourism, education, and land reclassification.
• The new laws aim to encourage entrepreneurship, employment generation, and economic growth in the state by providing a more streamlined and efficient business environment.
No code, no developer, no waiting: How AI is rewriting the rules for India's MSMEs
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Indian MSMEs have historically relied on social media pages or marketplace listings rather than owning their web presence due to costs and technical barriers.
• The latest generation of AI-native tools, such as Hostinger's AI Builder, has lowered the barrier for small businesses to get online, generating a complete website from a plain-language description in over 80 languages.
• These AI-generated websites can include features like payment integrations, user logins, and data storage, allowing MSMEs to build their digital presence without requiring developers or high upfront costs.
• Hostinger's AI Builder supports regional languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali, and operates a dedicated data center in Mumbai for local server performance and data security.
Are German companies leaving the country?
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• German companies are relocating or investing abroad due to high costs and sluggish growth, with around 1,300 companies moving business functions abroad between 2021-2023, resulting in a loss of approximately 50,800 domestic jobs.
• The trend is not uniform, as some medium-sized companies are withdrawing from international business, with the number of German medium-sized companies active abroad dropping from 880,000 to 760,000 between 2022 and 2023.
• Many German companies are investing abroad primarily for cost reasons, leading to significant cutbacks at domestic sites, rather than driving expansion or market development, according to the Association of German Chambers of Commerce and Industry (DIHK).
• The target regions for German foreign investment are shifting, with North America losing appeal and Asia gaining importance, while the eurozone remains the most important region for investments, driven by stability and shared framework conditions.
New EPF Scheme 2026: 10 questions employees are asking about contributions, withdrawals & more
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Determine loan monthly installments with Puneet Gupta's expertise.
• Estimate returns on SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) for a prosperous financial future.
• Calculate PPF (Public Provident Fund), FD (Fixed Deposit), and NPS (National Pension System) maturity amounts and interest earned.
• Use a Mutual Fund Calculator to estimate the future value of investments and plan accordingly.
Australia's largest pension fund invests 500 million Australian Dollars in India's infrastructure fund
Source: The Hindu – World
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Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• AustralianSuper, Australia's largest pension fund, will invest an additional $346 million in India's National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF).
• This brings the total investment to 3.3 billion Australian Dollars worth of investments in India.
• The original NIIF investment has been one of the fund's best-performing infrastructure investments, with a strong track record of returns.
• The investment is part of AustralianSuper's existing Indian holdings across infrastructure, equities, and private market investments, with total funds under management valued at 410 billion Australian Dollars.
‘American jobs not for foreign fraudsters’: JD Vance as US launches major H-1B visa fraud probe
Source: Indian Express – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The US Department of Labour has launched an investigation into alleged fraud involving H-1B and PERM work visa programs, including Indian IT giant Cognizant.
• The probe, led by the Office of Inspector General (OIG), is examining allegations of fraudulent visa applications, exploitation of foreign workers, and practices that undercut American workers.
• US Vice President JD Vance has announced a crackdown on fraud in employment visa programs, saying it's part of a broader effort to protect American workers and ensure "American jobs go to American workers."
• The investigation aims to target suspected human trafficking and forced-labour networks linked to guest worker visa programs, and could have implications for major technology companies, outsourcing firms, and thousands of foreign workers.
DevSparks Hyderabad returns to decode agentic AI, cybersecurity, and the future of software development
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The third edition of YourStory's flagship developer summit, DevSparks, will be held in Hyderabad on August 8, 2026, featuring over 25 speakers and discussions on AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and more.
• The event aims to bring together developers, technology leaders, startups, enterprises, and Global Capability Centres (GCCs) for a day of technical sessions and workshops on the biggest shifts transforming software development today.
• As AI adoption accelerates, cybersecurity has become a major concern for enterprise technology teams, with information security spending in India expected to reach $3.4 billion by 2026.
• The event will explore how developers can move beyond using AI tools to building production-ready AI systems, covering topics such as coding agents, multi-agent orchestration, AI-first application frameworks, and more.
NATO allies reaffirm ‘ironclad commitment’ to collective defence; Trump tempers fury as summit ends
Source: The Hindu – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• US President Donald Trump offered a warm embrace to NATO leaders at a summit in Ankara, Turkey, after earlier criticizing their response to his war on Iran.
• Behind closed doors, Trump reassured NATO allies that he wants the US to remain part of the military alliance and reaffirmed their "ironclad commitment" to mutual assistance.
• Trump's tone changed from public criticism to private agreement, with some leaders describing him as giving a "constructive message" and others saying his outbursts should not be seen as a sign of the alliance fragmenting.
• The summit concluded with NATO allies pledging to keep military support flowing to Ukraine and agreeing to meet defense spending goals, while Trump held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
A sweet(ener) story; Adage Automation gets fresh capital
Source: Your Story
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Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Meta's new AI image generator, Muse Image, is now available for free on Instagram and through the Meta AI app, but concerns have been raised about users manipulating others' profile images without permission.
• Meta has said it will allow people to disable this feature if they wish, while also outlining its efforts to combat child sexual abuse material (CSAM) across its apps using AI-powered detection and enforcement actions.
• Google has selected 20 Indian AI-first startups for the 2026 cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator, marking the tenth anniversary of the program in India and highlighting the country's growing AI ecosystem.
• Adage Automation, an industrial technology company, has raised Rs 230 crore in a growth funding round led by InCred Growth Partners Fund to develop gas analytics and environmental monitoring systems.
Mercedes, BMW see highest-ever sales in H1, EVs drive growth
Source: Times of India – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Determine monthly installment amounts for loans, including estimates of returns on SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans).
• Calculate maturity amounts and interest earned on Public Provident Funds (PPFs) and Fixed Deposits (FDs).
• Estimate pension corpus and amounts under National Pension Scheme (NPS).
• Use a Mutual Fund Calculator to estimate the future value of investments.
When will Hong Kong’s retail leasing market see a turnaround?
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four concise bullet points summarizing the article:
• Geopolitical tensions, Beijing's measures against capital flight, and potential rate hikes are adding to uncertainties in Hong Kong's food and beverage sector.
• The sector has seen numerous closures of casual eateries and high-end restaurants in recent months, including Maxim's MX and Howard's Gourmet.
• Falling rents have triggered a wave of relocation among street-level shops from secondary locations to prime locations, with Queen's Road Central fully occupied and Des Voeux Road Central experiencing rising vacancy rates.
• There are no clear signs of recovery yet in the local dining and retail sectors, with rents for large commercial units falling by nearly 20% on average during the first half of the year.
These AI startups are growing revenue at faster and faster rates
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Mercor, a less-than-three-year-old firm, has crossed $2 billion in gross annualized revenue as of June, just four months after reaching $1 billion.
• Anthropic's revenue run rate has accelerated rapidly, crossing $47 billion and then surpassing $30 billion in under two months, with a previous milestone of $9 billion.
• Glean, an enterprise AI startup, has reported rapid growth, doubling its ARR from $100 million to $200 million in nine months and then again from $200 million to $300 million in just six months.
• Gusto, an HR tech startup, has seen its revenue accelerate in each of the last five quarters, with a trailing 12-month revenue surpassing $1 billion.
PhonePe appoints Srijon Biswas as new CTO
Source: Your Story
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Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• PhonePe appoints Srijon Biswas as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective immediately.
• In his new role, Biswas will lead PhonePe's engineering organization and report to Rahul Chari, Co-founder of PhonePe.
• As part of a leadership reshuffle, Chari will assume the role of Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) while overseeing technology, product functions, and other strategic initiatives.
• The appointment aims to strengthen PhonePe's technology leadership as it continues to expand and grow its digital financial services and consumer businesses.
Hong Kong’s Paul Chan pledges second trip to Saudi Arabia to build Mideast ties
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Hong Kong's finance chief will lead a business delegation to Saudi Arabia later this year.
• The visit comes as Hong Kong hosts the first overseas edition of the LEAP tech conference, a top event in Saudi Arabia.
• The goal is to boost ties with the Middle East and leverage "enormous potential" for cooperation between Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia.
• The finance chief praised Saudi Arabia's "Vision 2030" development blueprint, aiming to reduce economic reliance on crude oil.
Financial services AI dangers highlighted by UK regulator's review
Source: The Hindu – World
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Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Britain's financial regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), is urged to consider regulating large language models like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini due to their growing influence on consumer financial decisions.
• The FCA's executive director, Sheldon Mills, highlighted how companies' reliance on a few technology providers introduces potential system-wide risks, and regulators globally are focusing more on AI's impact on the financial sector.
• Over 25% of UK consumers trust these AI models for financial advice, but there is limited awareness that protections do not extend to those services. Personal recommendations by chatbots could blur the boundary between generic guidance and regulated advice.
• The FCA is considering reviewing the regulatory perimeter within the next three to six months to ensure it adapts to the growing impact of AI on financial services, as 81% of global financial firms are adopting AI at some level.
The complexity tax: Are organisations caught up in the AI adoption wave?
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• **India leads AI adoption**: India tops global workplace AI adoption with 74% of frontline employees using it, and mid-market organizations embed AI in multiple core operations at a rate double the global average.
• **Complexity tax**: The complexity of fragmented systems, processes, and shadow technologies forces businesses to pay a "complexity tax" - hidden overhead costs that can lead to errors, delays, and lost productivity.
• **Consequences**: Mid-market organizations lose 25% of their AI spend due to operational costs, while 88% of IT leaders feel their team's workload is increasing due to managing AI complexities.
• **Structural changes needed**: To succeed with AI adoption, organizations must address structural challenges and complexity tax by building the necessary structures to support AI, rather than just focusing on the technology itself.
Shut Those Laptops! Anthropic Puts Its Claude Cowork Agent on Your Phone
Source: Wired
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Anthropic's AI agent, Claude Cowork, is now available beyond its desktop app, allowing users to run tasks without keeping their laptop open.
• The updated version of Cowork enables users to interact with it via the Claude smartphone app or web browser, without requiring a desktop connection.
• Cowork can perform tasks such as data organization, email generation, and scheduling, even when the user is not actively using their device.
• Anthropic plans to roll out this feature to its Max plan subscribers first, followed by Pro tier members, with no clear indication of whether it will be available to free users.
VC firm Chemistry is raising $500M for its second fund
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Chemistry Ventures, a VC firm founded by Mark Goldberg, Ethan Kurzweil, and Kristina Shen, is raising $500 million for its second fund.
• The firm invests in early-stage startups building in AI, including infrastructure and apps, with portfolio companies such as Granola, Decagon, and Persona.
• According to an SEC filing, the second fund is already oversubscribed, and the fundraise is expected to close soon.
• The trio launched Chemistry Ventures to combine their experience working at large venture capital firms, aiming to provide a unique perspective for startup founders.
Foreign ownership in Swiggy goes below 50%
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Swiggy's foreign investment dropped to 49.76% of its total paid-up equity share capital, below the 50% mark, as per a regulatory filing.
• The dip in foreign shareholding does not affect Swiggy's ownership or control status, nor does it impact share capital, management, business operations, voting rights, or shareholder rights.
• Achieving an Indian-owned and controlled company (IOCC) status would allow Swiggy to own inventory directly through its quick commerce arm Instamart, potentially improving margins and supply chain control.
• Swiggy's share price rose by 7.21% to end at Rs 266.27 following the development, while other companies like Eternal (parent of Blinkit) and Paytm have also taken steps to achieve IOCC status.
Cult.Fit files draft IPO papers to raise Rs 950 Cr via fresh issue
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Cult.Fit, a fitness company, has filed draft papers for an initial public offering (IPO) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India, aiming to raise Rs 950 crore through a fresh issue of shares.
• The IPO will also include an offer for sale (OFS) by early investors and existing shareholders, allowing them to partially exit their investments while leaving the company with fresh funds for expansion.
• Cult.Fit has reported rapid revenue growth, with revenue from operations increasing from Rs 926.7 crore in FY24 to Rs 1,720.6 crore in FY26, while narrowing its net loss from Rs 888.5 crore in FY24 to Rs 251.9 crore in FY26.
• The company's financial performance suggests it is entering a new phase of growth, with services remaining the core business and products segment growing faster, indicating Cult.Fit's expansion into a broader consumer fitness brand rather than just a gym chain.
How Volkswagen's huge workforce became a liability
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Volkswagen plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs worldwide, including tens of thousands in Germany, to survive against Chinese competitors and reduce its massive workforce.
• The company's large workforce is a result of long-standing strategic decisions, such as controlling more stages of production internally and acquiring multiple brands, which increased labor costs and demand for labor.
• VW's slow transition to electric vehicles (EVs) contributed to slower sales in China and other key markets, while its reliance on unions and a key shareholder has hindered readjustment of workforce numbers, leading to neglect and inefficiency.
• To secure its future, VW may need to cut more than the planned €4 billion in costs and invest in automation, robotics, and digital upgrades for EV production, potentially shifting production to Asia and sharing European plants with Chinese EV producers.
How Indian-origin businessman allegedly posed as ‘CIA agent’ to enter Indonesia’s $13.9 billion fighter jet deal
Source: Indian Express – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Gaurav Srivastava, an Indian-origin businessman, is accused of pretending to be a CIA officer to gain influence in Indonesia's government.
• Srivastava allegedly used his supposed CIA credentials to secure entry into high-level government discussions and claim credit for identifying those behind the 2002 Bali bombings.
• The investigation found that Srivastava obtained multiple Letters of Intent and Memorandums of Understanding related to defense deals worth billions of dollars, including a potential sale of F-15 jets to Indonesia.
• However, the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency's official announcement of the F-15 sale did not list any companies connected to Srivastava as parties to the deal, raising questions about his actual role versus claimed influence.
Oil price today: Crude slips after OPEC+ announces raising output targets from August
Source: Times of India – World
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• The TOI Business Desk provides latest business news from around the world to Times of India readers.
• The desk focuses on global market trends, industry analysis, and exclusive reports that impact businesses and economies.
• The team helps readers make informed decisions by providing estimates for loan installments, investment returns, and pension amounts.
• A Mutual Fund Calculator is available to estimate future investment values.
Ice cream today is more additives than food. This Bengaluru startup wants to change that
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• ELVN-ELVN, a startup founded by Barath Akkihebbal and Akash Narain Mittal in Bengaluru, offers two ranges of ice cream that do not use E numbers (chemical additives) and are free from dairy and gluten.
• The MILLET range is vegan, made with coconut milk and Indian millets, while the SELECT range uses A2 Desi cow milk and fresh cream; both have a shelf life of up to nine months and come in various flavors.
• ELVN-ELVN manufactures its products in-house using a proprietary millet-milk extraction process developed with NIFTEM-T, and keeps its recipe in-house instead of outsourcing production.
• The startup has seen rapid growth since commercial production began in January 2026, selling out three batches and expanding to new stores and delivery apps, including Organic Mandya, Ownly, and Rapido.
Philippines’ record capital wage rise leaves workers hungry for more
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• The Philippine government approved a "historic" wage increase for minimum-wage earners in Metro Manila, effective this month and January.
• The daily wage will rise from 695 pesos to 755 pesos (then 780 pesos) for non-agricultural workers, while smaller companies' employees and agricultural workers will see a slightly lower increase.
• Despite being the largest single wage increase ever approved, critics argue it does not cover the soaring cost of living, which has outrun wages for years.
• Economists and labour leaders say the modest sum is already being swallowed up by increasing costs, making it insufficient to ease hardship.
For urban buyers, Saturdays, Sundays witness 2/3rd of weekly spend
Source: Times of India – World
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FMCG Q1 demand stable; companies flag El Nino risk
Source: Times of India – World
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Trump memecoin investors lost $3.8 billion, analysis finds
Source: TechCrunch
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Nearly 1 million people have lost a total of $3.8 billion after buying President Donald Trump's memecoin, $TRUMP.
• As of June, two-thirds of $TRUMP buyers (988,905 accounts) had lost money on the memecoin, with its value down 98% from its high of $75.35.
• The president made $636 million from the $TRUMP memecoin, accounting for nearly half of his total crypto earnings last year ($1.4 billion).
• The Securities and Exchange Commission has dropped lawsuits against crypto companies under Trump's administration, not regulating memecoins as securities.
Ex-CFO of RCap, Amit Bapna, held in connection with ADAG probe
Source: Times of India – World
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Bengaluru leads Avendus Wealth-Hurun U30 list with 21 founders
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• Karnataka Minister Priyanka Kharge said India's startup ecosystem is evolving rapidly, with a shift towards DeepTech and HardTech innovations.
• Bengaluru leads the Avendus Wealth-Hurun India U30 List 2026 with 21 young entrepreneurs, up from seven last year, with 18 companies headquartered in the city.
• The Minister highlighted the next wave of Indian startups focusing on AI, SpaceTech, Cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing, showcasing Bengaluru's entrepreneurial spirit and talent.
• Kharge emphasized that Karnataka is committed to investing in deeptech, R&D, skilling, and founder-friendly policies to make it the best place for entrepreneurs to build globally competitive companies.
Development chief hails ‘diversified’ consortium in Northern Metropolis pilot bid
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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• Hong Kong's development chief Bernadette Linn welcomes consortium bid for Hung Shui Kiu project, reflecting diversity and government aim to pair developers with operators.
• Two bids were received: Henderson Land Development submitted a standalone bid, while Sino Land partnered with five companies, including China Merchants Land and JD.com.
• The Northern Metropolis pilot project aims to combine property development with the creation of an innovation and technology hub, differing from past residential or commercial land tenders.
• Linn is pleased that the bids achieved the government's goal of pairing traditional developers with industrial operators, unlike previous homogeneous bidders.
Wang Fuk Court administrator to hold crucial owners’ meeting on July 19
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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• Hop On Management Company will host an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) for Wang Fuk Court owners on July 19.
• The meeting will be held simultaneously via live broadcast at four locations across Hong Kong: Tai Po, Tin Shui Wai, Kai Tak, and Wah Kwai.
• Agenda items include reports on the handover from former incorporated owners, refunds of the major repair fund, and the financial position of the estate and renovation project.
• The meeting aims to facilitate attendance for owners residing in different districts, with a focus on matters affecting common interests and estate management.
After years of tracking packages, Amazon planning to use the same playbook for employees
Source: Times of India – World
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• TOI Tech Desk is a team of journalists delivering latest tech news to readers of The Times of India.
• Their coverage spans gadget launches, reviews, trends, analysis, and breaking stories in AI, cybersecurity, and more.
• They provide how-to guides and exclusive reports on platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and personal gadgets.
• TOI Tech Desk aims to bring accurate and authentic news from the digital universe.
New pipeline in Canada to proceed after C$150bn pledged to ease BC and First Nations concerns
Source: The Guardian – World
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article:
• Canada and Alberta governments announce a plan to expand oil pipeline capacity from 300,000 to 1 million barrels per day.
• The new pipeline route will bypass British Columbia's north coast and instead terminate at a new terminal, with a promise of "meaningful ownership stake" for Indigenous communities.
• The deal includes investments in port expansion, liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure, and protections for endangered southern resident killer whales, as well as consultations with Indigenous communities and provinces.
• The pipeline project will not require lifting the longstanding federal ban on tankers loading or unloading oil from British Columbia's north coast, a non-negotiable demand of First Nations.
Watch: What explains the rise of women-owned businesses in Afghanistan?
Source: The Hindu – World
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• The Taliban banned girls from secondary schools and universities, pushed women out of the workforce, and imposed restrictions on daily lives after returning to power in 2021.
• Despite these restrictions, the number of women-owned businesses in Afghanistan has grown significantly over the same period.
• This apparent contradiction is explored through an analysis examining the collapse in women's education and labor-force participation, the rise of women-led enterprises, and the financial and structural challenges faced by these businesses.
• The analysis aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the situation, highlighting the complexities and challenges involved.
Employee training hours in Hong Kong hit 14-year high amid AI push: survey
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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• Average annual training hours per employee in Hong Kong reached 19.4 in 2025, a 6.8% increase from 18.1 hours in 2024.
• The 14-year high marks the second consecutive year of growth and reflects a growing emphasis on staff training among businesses.
• Companies are prioritizing training in artificial intelligence (AI) and soft skills to prepare employees for technological changes and improve communication.
• The survey collected responses from 127 companies across 18 industries, covering nearly 80,000 full-time employees.
Rebound in venture capital inflow; How Addverb built an intralogistics biz
Source: Your Story
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Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article:
• AI startup Neo, founded by serial entrepreneur Bhavin Turakhia, has launched with $30 million in funding from Turakhia's own capital. The platform combines work management, AI assistance, and real-time collaboration.
• A Chinese AI model called GLM-5.2, launched by Beijing startup Z.ai, is gaining attention for its coding and agentic capabilities at a fraction of the cost of American offerings, with some experts calling it a "mini DeepSeek moment".
• WhatsApp has defended its upcoming user name feature, stating that only legitimate account owners can claim well-known public figure names and rejecting reports that people are reserving popular user names.
• A report suggests that excessive phone use could be causing neck wrinkles, weakening vision, and affecting hand grip, with some experts warning that these effects could eventually lead to cognitive decay or worse.
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