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Who is Fidji Simo? OpenAI's top executive for AGI deployment steps down due to health concerns as AI race intensifies
Fidji Simo, a senior OpenAI executive, has stepped down after taking medical leave due to a chronic neuroimmune condition. She will continue as a part-time adviser while her responsibilities are divided among three executives.
2 min read10 Jul 2026Ixigo bets on voice AI to power travel payments
Ixigo seeks an early lead as voice-based payments emerge as the next frontier.
3 min read9 Jul 2026Mukesh Bansal's Nurix moves beyond voice AI to bet on workflow automation
By deploying AI-native software to displace legacy corporate systems, the startup is expanding into back-office processes after realizing that simple voice bots offer limited long-term impact for enterprises.
4 min read9 Jul 2026Info Edge India shares rise 11% after announcement of Q1FY27 business update
Info Edge India share price surged over 11% following a strong Q1 FY27 update, reporting a 14.4% increase in standalone billings to ₹737 crore. The recruitment segment and startup investments, particularly in AI, highlighted significant growth, despite challenges in the Shiksha business.
2 min read7 Jul 2026India can still build AI winners despite US, China lead, says Accel's Subrata Mitra
Accel is deploying capital across AI, consumer, fintech and manufacturing from its $650 million eighth India fund launched in January 2025.
3 min read26 Jun 2026Indian AI startups confront new risks after Anthropic pulls Fable 5
Most Indian AI startups build applications on top of foreign AI models, making them vulnerable to policy shifts and access restrictions.
6 min read15 Jun 2026Voice AI startup Equal raises $30 million from Prosus Ventures, Tomales Bay
Prosus Ventures and Tomales Bay Capital co-led the round as the voice AI startup looks to expand beyond call screening into financial, lifestyle and concierge services.
2 min read12 Jun 2026AI firm C5i revives IPO plans, eyes ₹1,200 crore raise amid sector momentum
360 One-backed C5i has restarted IPO discussions to raise ₹1,000-1,200 crore, betting on stronger market sentiment and rising enterprise demand for AI-led transformation.
3 min read22 May 2026As OpenAI and Anthropic soar, where do India’s AI startups stand?
While Anthropic and OpenAI pursue $1 trillion IPOs, India’s AI landscape remains stagnant. Local startups face challenges in developing foundational models, leading to continued reliance on US technology and limited advancements in the sector.
2 min read22 May 2026Quote of the day by Howard Aiken: 'Don't worry about people stealing your ideas. If your ideas are any good…'
Howard Aiken’s famous quote on protecting ideas continues to reflect the realities of innovation, persistence and creative competition today.
1 min read12 May 2026Wait for it…
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