Apple, Samsung Protest India’s Smartphone Surveillance Proposal

Usman Qureshi / iphoneincanada - India is planning to mandate always-on satellite location tracking on all smartphones, which Apple, Google warn would turn phones into surveillance tools.The post Apple, Samsung Protest India’s Smartphone Surveillance Proposal first appeared on iPhone in …

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India Orders Apple to Preinstall Government Security App on All iPhones

Juli Clover / macrumors - India is requiring smartphone makers like Apple and Samsung to preload devices sold in the country with a state-owned cyber security app that can't be deleted, reports Reuters.The Department of Communications in India is giving smartphone companies 90 day…

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Google Maps integrates Gemini for hands-free navigation

Emre Çıtak / dataconomy - Google is integrating its Gemini AI assistant into Google Maps, replacing the existing Assistant to enable hands-free, conversational navigation. This upgrade allows users to interact naturally while driving and is rolling out to Android and iOS devices i…

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Foxconn plans to expand AirPods production in India

appleinsider - More AirPods will be produced in India in the future, as Apple supply chain partner Foxconn plans to increase the size of its personal audio manufacturing capacity in the country.An example of a Foxconn facilityApple's manufacturing efforts in India has l…

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Google to invest $15 billion to build data center hub in India; largest outside of the U.S.

cnbc - Google plans to invest $15 billion to build artificial intelligence data center capacity in Southern India, Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian said.

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Anthropic to open India office as AI demand grows

techxplore - US startup Anthropic on Wednesday said it plans to open an office in India next year, as global generative AI players seek inroads into the world's most populous country.

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X will appeal Indian court ruling allowing 'arbitrary takedown orders'

engadget - X is challenging an Indian court order it says would require it to comply with millions of takedown requests without due process. In a statement, the company said it was "deeply concerned" about the ruling, which allows police officers "to issue arbitrary…

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UK fintech Tide attains unicorn status, with $120M funding round

John Reynolds / tech - Tide, the UK business management platform, has attained unicorn status, following a $120m funding round. The funding round was led by a "strategic investment" from TPG, the asset management firm, whic...

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Trump set to discuss trade with Modi in upcoming talks

Reports indicate that former US President Trump is slated to engage in a trade dialogue with Indian Prime Minister Modi in the coming weeks. The anticipated conversation, laced with both strategic maneuvering and signature bravado, promises to address persistent trade issues and potentially shake up long-standing economic policies.

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Trump claims India, Russia are lost to China amid oil deal turmoil

In a dramatic twist in global energy politics, President Trump controversially declared that India and Russia are irretrievably “lost” to China as India doubles down on Russian oil purchases. The remark, delivered with unexpected bravado, exposes a volatile intersection of energy strategy and geopolitical rivalry, igniting eyebrows worldwide.

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OpenAI eyes massive data center in India for power-hungry operations

OpenAI is moving forward with a plan to build a data center in India that’s expected to consume over 1GW of power. This strategic expansion reflects the company’s ambition to scale operations internationally, bolster infrastructure capabilities, and better meet local regulatory and market demands.

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Apple Hebbal to Open in Bengaluru on September 2

Steve Vegvari / iphoneincanada - The Apple Hebbal retail store is set to open its doors this week in the capital of Bengaluru on September 2nd.The post Apple Hebbal to Open in Bengaluru on September 2 first appeared on iPhone in Canada.

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OpenAI Plans Major Data Center in India Expansion

OpenAI is set to break new ground in India with plans for its first data center as part of a strategic “Stargate” push. The facility—reportedly designed for at least 1 gigawatt capacity—underscores the company’s bold bet on scaling operations and tapping the burgeoning Indian market amid soaring global AI demand.

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Reliance Jio’s IPO In First Half Of 2026, With Plans To Expand Beyond India

Kamya Pandey / medianama - Reliance has revealed its plans for Reliance Jio's IPO in the first half of 2026, as the company focuses on expanding outside India.The post Reliance Jio’s IPO In First Half Of 2026, With Plans To Expand Beyond India appeared first on MEDIANAMA.

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Trump doubles Indian tariffs amid escalating trade tensions

US tariffs on Indian imports have doubled, sparking heightened trade tensions between Washington and New Delhi. The tariff increase, taking effect as announced, is complicating bilateral relations and stirring economic concerns in a shifting global trade landscape. Officials say the move signals a broader protectionist trend that intensifies debates on international commerce and oversight.

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Apple's iPhone 17 Manufacturing Expands Across Five Indian Plants

Tim Hardwick / macrumors - Apple is ramping up iPhone production in India across five factories as it continues reducing dependence on China for U.S.-bound devices. For the first time, all four iPhone 17 models will be manufactured in India in preparation for launch next month, rep…

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China and India seek to repair strained ties with high-level visits - Financial Times

google - China and India seek to repair strained ties with high-level visits Financial Times

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OpenAI launches a sub $5 ChatGPT plan in India

Ivan Mehta / techcrunch - This plan will offer 10x more messages and image generation than the free tier, among other benefits.

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