Who is Will Cathcart? WhatsApp leader exits after steering it through privacy battles, monetisation pushCathcart’s departure comes at a time when WhatsApp is in the middle of a transition. Under him, the platform recently rolled out Meta’s AI ...
22 Jun, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
World Bank approves USD 1.5 bn loan to support India's reforms, job creationIndia's push for private sector-led growth and job creation has received a significant boost with the World Bank approving USD 1.5 billion ...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
Newsmaker | Who is Abelardo De La Espriella, Colombia's new right-wing president?Colombia has elected nationalist lawyer Abelardo De La Espriella as its new president, signaling a significant political shift. Known as "T...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
Brexit at 10: How Britain's financial sector recovered and evolvedPost-Brexit, London's financial landscape has witnessed a decline in its global market influence and workforce numbers. While some position...
21 Jun, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
Affordable housing, rental expansion and RERA reforms set to define next growth phase in India's urban region: ReportIndia's housing sector is set for a major overhaul, driven by urbanization and policy shifts. A report highlights the urgent need for affor...
21 Jun, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
Yen nears 40-year low, dollar gains as peace talks in doubtThe US dollar is flexing its muscles against the Japanese yen, much to the attention of market traders. The potential for a US-Iran peace a...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.44 PM IST
Bernie Sanders pushes 50%t public stake in AI giants, $1,000 dividend payout to every AmericanSenator Bernie Sanders has introduced legislation proposing a 50% public ownership stake in major US AI companies through a one-time stock ...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
We cannot let AI frontier models fall into hands of authoritarian regimes: French President Emmanuel MacronArtificial intelligence frontier models must not be allowed to fall into the hands of authoritarian regimes, but democracies must co-ope...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.56 PM IST
G7 leaders vow closer ties on AI as they hash out 'trusted partners' schemeG7 leaders are coordinating on advanced AI risks and opportunities. They are discussing a "trusted partners" scheme to grant non-US nations...
17 Jun, 2026, 08.43 PM IST
After war losses, Hezbollah seen gaining from Iran-US dealIran's deal with the U.S. is expected to boost Hezbollah's finances and political standing in Lebanon. Tehran has promised more funding to ...
17 Jun, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
Allbirds rebrands as Smartbird in AI pivot, hires former AWS executive as CEOAllbirds is now Smartbird. The company has a new president and CEO, Nadia Carlsten. Smartbird is shifting focus to AI infrastructure and cl...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit | India's passive investing boom just starting; speed of change is unlike anything seen elsewhere: Sid SwaminathanIndia's investment world is undergoing a significant transformation. Passive funds are leading this change, growing from 6% to 25% of the m...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
US President Donald Trump's Iran war weighs on G7 economies, but don't expect hard talk in FranceGlobal economic leaders gather in France amid rising inflation and oil prices. A recent deal between the U.S. and Iran offers optimism, but...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
US set to offer Iran $300 billion development fund, broad financial gains in peace dealIran is poised to receive significant financial incentives, including immediate oil sales and access to a $300 billion development fund, as...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.20 AM IST
G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Donald Trump's agenda as war drags onG7 leaders are urging President Trump to refocus on the Ukraine war. Discussions at the summit included increasing pressure on Russia throu...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Trump's agenda as war drags onG7 leaders are urging President Trump to refocus on the Ukraine war. France and other European nations are now the main supporters of Kyiv....
16 Jun, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
Trump threatens 100% tariff on French wine over digital tax, says will have 'no choice'US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to France. He threatens to impose 100% tariffs on all French wines and champagne. This...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST