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Jeff Bezos’ parents gave him $245,573 to start Amazon in 1995 despite his warning that the company had only a 30% chance of success — what made them trust his risky internet business idea?Jeff Bezos knew Amazon could fail when his parents gave him $245,573 from their savings in 1995. He had put the odds of success at only 30%...
As the coding boom fades, computer science grads focus on AI skills in choppy job marketThe elevated jobless rate in the field - at around 7.1% for recent computer science and computer engineering graduates, according to an Ass...
Jonathan Taylor Thomas arrested for allegedly kicking police officer in stomach: Where is the ‘Home Improvement’ star now and what happened?Jonathan Taylor Thomas, famed for his role on Home Improvement, found himself in police custody following a routine traffic stop for allege...
Princess Margaret Hospital receives $100 million mystery donation in biggest cancer gift in Canada, but that may not be the greatest partIn a remarkable act of generosity, an anonymous benefactor has gifted $100 million to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, marking the ...
Amazon to bet $3 billion on India's fast-delivery boom, sources sayAmazon has announced plans to invest $3 billion in its quick commerce business in India by 2030. This investment aims to expand its network...
In 2023, a satellite-image model led archaeologists to 13 previously unknown Amazon geoglyphs, including one 444 metres acrossIn 2023, a groundbreaking AI model trained by researchers unveiled the locations of ancient geoglyphs hidden in the Amazon rainforest. This...
Amazon's surprising gesture for fired employees after over 30,000 layoffs: Tech giant reaches out to former workers for AI, cloud jobsFollowing significant layoffs in 2026, Amazon is reaching out to its former workforce, offering new job opportunities primarily in AI and c...
New details on the $2.5 billion Amazon Prime settlement: Find out who can claim $200 and manage their subscriptionsIn a landmark move, Amazon will allocate $2.5 billion to settle issues arising from unauthorized Amazon Prime subscriptions. The Federal Tr...
6 book recommendations that inspired Tamil movies and where to watch them on OTT: Asuran to Ponniyin SelvanThroughout the years, Tamil cinema has masterfully adapted numerous literary works. For instance, Asuran brings the gripping tale of Vekkai...
Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026: Dates, bank offers, discounts, EMI options, Prime benefits, and top deals on productsAmazon's Great Indian Festival 2026 will begin on October 8. Customers will receive a 10% instant discount on SBI cards. Prime members can ...
Global funds, same tech bet? The diversification trap Indian investors may missMany Indian investors mistakenly believe they diversify their portfolios by adding foreign countries. However, numerous global indices ofte...
In 1872, a ship named Mary Celeste was found sailing without its crew. 154 years later, the mystery of what happened to the sailors remains unsolved despite several searchesIn 1872, a ship named Mary Celeste was found sailing without its crew. 154 years later, the mystery of what happened to the sailors remains...
King Charles’ alma mater students uncover possible 10th-century church, live without electricity and pump water from 1,000-year-old wellStudents from King Charles’ alma mater, Gordonstoun, have uncovered the remains of a possible 10th-century church on the remote Scottish is...
UPI's free lunch is over: Why the 0.4% MDR charge is fair, needed and overdueDigital payment charges are necessary for service efficiency and wider reach. Person-to-person and small transactions remain free from new ...
In 2011, Ashton Kutcher invested $500,000 in Uber; 5 years later, his stake was worth more than $60 million as the ride-hailing company expandedIn 2011, Ashton Kutcher invested $500,000 in Uber when the ride-hailing startup was still finding its footing. Five years later, his stake ...
Doomers and boosters: who's who in the AI warsThe furious debate over artificial intelligence has hardened into warring camps -- and a cautious middle. Today, most of the doomers warnin...
Nvidia in talks to invest in Anthropic's mega IPOAnthropic is seeking to raise as much as $100 billion that could value the artificial intelligence startup at around $2 trillion, the peopl...
Hyderabad's GCC boom is making its office advantage pricierHyderabad's prime office rents now exceed Bengaluru's, driven by global capability center demand. New-age Grade A+ buildings in Madhapur co...
MacKenzie Scott has given away $26.4 billion since her divorce from Jeff Bezos, more than any individual worldwide since 2012. Her record-breaking philanthropy is transforming HBCUs across AmericaMacKenzie Scott has donated $26.4 billion in less than seven years, making her the individual who has donated more money worldwide in a sin...
Flipkart, Amazon look beyond ecommerce as user share slipsAmazon and Flipkart are expanding into quick commerce, microdramas, OTT videos and food delivery as they lose active users to 10-minute del...