China’s Premier Li proposes global AI cooperation organisation

China’s Premier Li proposes global AI cooperation organisation

Chinese Premier Li Qiang proposed on Saturday establishing a world artificial intelligence cooperation organisation, calling on countries to coordinate development and security of the fast-evolving technology. Speaking at the opening of the annual World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, Li called AI a new engine for growth but said governance is fragmented and emphasised the […]

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We fund academic centres at IIT, and work long-term for creating impact: Rahul Mehta, founder, Mehta Family Foundation

We fund academic centres at IIT, and work long-term for creating impact: Rahul Mehta, founder, Mehta Family Foundation

Rahul Mehta is the founder of the Mehta Family Foundation (MFF), which partners with IITs to establish new academic centres offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programmes, along with support for research. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Texas, USA, the Bhupat and Jyoti Mehta Family Foundation was established by Rahul and his siblings in […]

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UK steps up scrutiny of Apple and Google over mobile platforms

UK steps up scrutiny of Apple and Google over mobile platforms

Britain on Wednesday told Apple and Google to be fairer in how they distribute apps on their mobile platforms, setting out possible interventions as it plans to designate the U.S. tech companies with strategic market status over their duopoly. The country’s competition regulator, which was given a wider remit this year to take on Big […]

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I sent India’s first email, and that excitement has not faded: BV Naidu, Chairman, Karnataka Digital Economy Mission

I sent India’s first email, and that excitement has not faded: BV Naidu, Chairman, Karnataka Digital Economy Mission

BV Naidu is the Chairman of the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), an organisation working as a knowledge bridge between the Karnataka Government, IT industry, and tech sector in the state. One of KDEM’s initiatives is the ‘Beyond Bengaluru’ programme, which aims to tap into the potential of emerging cities outside the state capital. By […]

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China finalising new safety rules for driver-assistance systems

China finalising new safety rules for driver-assistance systems

China’s automakers are outpacing foreign rivals in their push for assisted-driving technology, eager to woo motorists hungry for rapid innovation. Yet, Beijing has a nuanced message for its rising stars: move fast – but be careful. Regulators this week have been finalising new safety rules for driver-assistance systems as Beijing sharpens scrutiny of the technology […]

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IIT Kanpur sets up AI School with Wadhwani Foundation

IIT Kanpur sets up AI School with Wadhwani Foundation

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has collaborated with the Wadhwani Foundation to launch a School of Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Systems. During a launch event held in New Delhi, the collaboration was formalized through a MoU signed in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi (MoU). The new school is expected to act […]

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IITs’ multi-disciplinary approach well aligned with NEP 2020: President Droupadi Murmu

IITs’ multi-disciplinary approach well aligned with NEP 2020: President Droupadi Murmu

Murmu also said that the story of IITs is the story of independent India. “The IITs proved to the world the capability of India in the domains of education and technology. In more than one way, the story of the IITs is the story of Independent India. The IITs have contributed immensely to India’s improved […]

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