Gig workers' incentives cool; YC attendees resell AI creditsHappy Tuesday! Despite a shortage of delivery workers, payouts for gig riders have increased only slightly this summer. This and more in to...
19 May, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
No, the Iran war won’t ground your European holiday flightA commentary on the US-Iran conflict says European summer flights are unlikely to face major disruptions for now, despite earlier fears ove...
18 May, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
India crowns Meta AI; More layoffs hit techIndia is now the ground zero for Meta’s AI push, WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart told us. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
14 May, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Mumbai’s Koli women are rewriting the seafood business one WhatsApp order at a timeMumbai's Koli women are transforming their traditional fish trade into a modern seafood enterprise by embracing branding, packaging and log...
10 May, 2026, 07.38 PM IST
India is facing a data obesity epidemic—as storage in phones fails to keep up with people’s voracious appetite for visualsIndia’s growing use of smartphones, AI tools and social media is driving a surge in demand for digital storage, with experts warning of a “...
10 May, 2026, 08.15 AM IST
Meta shares fall on concerns over AI spending, legal scrutinyMeta Platforms is significantly increasing its investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure. This comes as the social media giant f...
30 Apr, 2026, 06.22 AM IST
Meta stock price, earnings and capital spending forecast: Meta revenue, layoffs, workforce changes, China deal setback, future outlook and investor concernsMeta stock price, earnings and capital spending forecast stayed in focus after Meta raised its capital spending outlook and reported strong...
30 Apr, 2026, 02.53 AM IST
iPhone 17 for just Rs 24,338? Reddit user shares smart strategy to save big, internet is impressedA Reddit user reportedly purchased an iPhone 17 for just Rs 24,338, significantly below its Rs 82,900 retail price. This was achieved throu...
25 Apr, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
Lumio Vision 9 (2026) launches with a performance-first approach as it builds on early market tractionLumio launched its Vision 9 (2026) smart TV in India, emphasizing performance as a key differentiator. The company's strategy, validated by...
16 Apr, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
OnePlus Nord 6 Review: Performance Powerhouse with Unmatched Battery LifeThe OnePlus Nord 6 focuses on delivering a strong all-round experience by prioritizing performance, battery life, and display quality. Powe...
08 Apr, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
WhatsApp usernames like Instagram coming soon; When can you expect it and how does it affect your number-based contacts?WhatsApp Usernames: WhatsApp is preparing for a significant platform transition that will replace mandatory phone number sharing with uniqu...
20 Mar, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
Whats(App) in a number? Usernames set to enter chat; global rollout likely in JuneWhatsApp is planning a major platform overhaul, introducing usernames and unique IDs instead of phone numbers, allowing users to send messa...
20 Mar, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Meta opens WhatsApp Business API to AI chatbots in Europe amid EU antitrust scrutinyThe move comes after the European Commission last month told Meta it was considering temporary measures to prevent the company from enforci...
05 Mar, 2026, 10.38 PM IST
WhatsApp to roll out local billing for business users later this yearWhatsApp is introducing local billing in India and Brazil by the second half of 2026. This move will allow businesses to pay in rupees, eli...
01 Jan, 2026, 08.01 AM IST
WhatsApp messaging to cost more for businesses in Meta’s new pricing modelWhatsApp is shifting to a per-message pricing model starting July 1, potentially increasing costs for businesses. While utility messages be...
02 Jul, 2025, 09.19 AM IST
AI set to disrupt pricing models for business communicationAI is reshaping pricing models in call-centre and business messaging services, shifting from pay-per-message or seat models to outcome-base...
06 May, 2025, 11.16 AM IST
AI set to disrupt pricing models for business communication servicesCall centers are transitioning from pay-per-seat models to outcome-based pricing as AI adoption reduces manpower costs. Companies like Info...
06 May, 2025, 08.49 AM IST