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At their Wanderlust event, Apple unveiled four new iPhone 15 models, along with a switch to USB Type-C chargers. This shift was primarily driven by the European Union's regulations. But what does this mean for Apple? Well, to break it down in simpler terms, let's hear from Rajneil Kamath, co-founder of The Signal and a tech enthusiast.
In other news, feedforward is the new feedback. What do we mean by that? Tune in to The Signal Daily to find out!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup Semwal
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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And by that we mean water. You see, using ChatGPT for a short interaction, like 5 to 50 prompts, consumes around half a litre of water. This might not seem like a lot, but when you factor in the millions of people who use ChatGPT, it amounts to a substantial water requirement to keep the system going.
In other news, weather influencers are the talk of the town. Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup Semwal
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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A big showdown against Google over monopoly accusations is happening today in the US District Court for the District of Columbia. Find out what this trial could mean for Google and other big tech companies on The Signal Daily!
In other news, over the long weekend, folks from Delhi headed to the mountains, giving a much-needed boost to tourism in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Tanuja Pandey and Anup Semwal
Edited by Roshni Nair
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In today's episode, we'll give you a quick update on all the G20 weekend action. From the Bharat-India confusion to welcoming new G-20 members and adopting the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration, a lot happened in these past few days.
In other news, King Khan's new release 'Jawan' is not only winning hearts, but also breaking box office records. Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more on both the stories!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Tanuja and Shorbori
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In this episode of The Signal Daily, we are bringing back two of our timeless stories.
On one hand there's a groundbreaking pharmaceutical drug in the works, and it's conceptualised by artificial intelligence. Yup, you read that right an AI designed drug is in works.
On the other, we are talking about the world of returned products. According to The New Yorker, the total value of returned goods in the US each year is getting close to a whopping trillion dollars.
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Yep, you read that right. Ambrosia beetles are reportedly getting tipsy on ethanol and causing car fires in Kerala. Wondering how these stories are linked? Stay tuned to know more!
And for the deep dive we are talking about Spotify. It seems it went all in on podcasts, spending over a billion dollars on exclusive content, but it is still not turning a profit.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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The China-US chip war intensifies as China introduces a state-of-the-art 7nm processor for Huawei's newest Mate 60 Pro smartphone. What does this mean for China?
In other news, A United Nations assessment report reveals that invasive alien species are causing a global economic loss of at least $423 billion annually. Stay tuned to The Signal Daily for further details!
Check out our previous episode on the US-China chip wars here.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Perhaps. The International Olympic Council will vote next month on whether to add it to the 2028 Olympics. But that's not the only big Cricket news. Join us for today's episode as we dive into the world of Cricket.
In other news, it looks like diamonds are losing their appeal in the West. Why is that the case? Tune in to find out!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Edited by Jaideep Vaidya
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In today's episode, we're delving into the rise and downfall of Naresh Goyal. Once a prominent aviation tycoon in India, he now finds himself in the Enforcement Directorate's custody due to his alleged involvement in a bank fraud case worth Rs 539 crore.
In other news, Mukesh Ambani is causing a stir in the UK for basically kicking the Brits out of their own county estate!
To know more, tune in to The Signal Daily.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Edited by Venkat Ananth and Shorbori
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Just as the Adani Group was starting to recover from the Hindenburg shock, a journalist collective called the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project or OCCRP, dropped a new bombshell about the Indian conglomerate.
In other news, after Chandrayaan-3's successful lunar touchdown, the Indian Space Research Organisation or ISRO is ready to kick off its first solar mission — Aditya L1.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Edited and Produced by Shorbori and Roshni Nair
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In this episode of The Signal Daily, we are bringing back two timeless stories.
Sting, PepsiCo's energy drink brand is currently taking the energy drink market in India by a storm. What's the reason behind this? Listen in to find out!
On 3rd August, the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 was once again presented in the Lok Sabha after several revisions. Rajeev Chandrashekhar, the Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, is optimistic that this bill will safeguard citizens' rights. However, some critics hold differing opinions.
Tune in for more!
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Looks like it. According to Financial Times, Superbugs are on the rise, and according to WIRED, Candida auris, an extremely drug-resistant yeast is spreading in the US. Additionally, a fresh variant of the covid-19 virus, known as BA.2.86, has emerged in countries like Switzerland, South Africa, Israel, Denmark, the UK, and the US. And what's behind all of this? Climate change.
In other news, there's a poker-like card game making waves in China. What's it all about? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Produced by Manaswini
Edited by Roshni Nair
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Tech companies are getting a reality check from the European Union. How? Well, they've rolled out the EU's Digital Services Act, which kicked off last Friday. What does this mean? It essentially translates to tech companies needing to be more transparent about user data and advertising methods.
In this episode, we're also diving into the story of how Chennai is the hub of India's chess prodigies.
Tune in to The Signal Daily for more!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Produced by Manaswini
Edited by Jaideep Vaidya
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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No, this isn't a Game of Thrones podcast episode. Today, we're diving into Moon and Mars talk. On one hand, Chandrayaan-3 has nailed its moon landing, making India the fourth nation to achieve this and the first to touch down on the lunar south pole. On the other hand, scientists suggest that a group of just 22 could pave the way for a successful Mars settlement. Interesting, isn't it?
In other news, Asia might be in the midst of a myopia epidemic. To know more, tune in to The Signal Daily.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Produced by Manaswini
Edited by Roshni Nair
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In a special episode, Dinesh Narayanan, co-founder and editor of The Signal, sits down for a chat with our guest speaker Rajesh Jain.
The discussion delves into Rajesh Jain's entrepreneurial trajectory, spanning from IndiaWorld to Sify and Netcore. The conversation revolves around how the internet industry has changed over the years.
Tune in to The Signal Daily for this special episode, and let us know if you'd like to listen to more such episodes. Drop us an email at hello@thesignal.co.
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Apple's getting a boost from Messi's magic. Ever since Apple TV+ locked in a 10-year, $2.5 billion deal with Major League Soccer, things have been looking pretty good for the streaming service.
In other news, pilot fatigue is becoming a real issue. s a result, Indian pilots are taking matters into their own hands by establishing an association aimed at contesting the rules related to flying duty.
Tune in to The Signal Daily for more!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Produced by Manaswini
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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A US court rules that AI-generated content can't be granted copyright protection. Meanwhile, YouTube and Universal Music Group are collaborating to tackle AI-related copyright challenges within the music industry.
In other news, robotaxis are now cruising legally in San Francisco. But the real question is: are they actually safe? Get the lowdown on The Signal Daily!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Produced by Manaswini
Edited by Jaideep Vaidya
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In today's episode, we're talking about BRICS Summit 2023. What's cooking on this year's agenda? And why should India be interested? We've got all the answers right here.
In other news, napping has turned into a money-making gig. Yep, folks are now making bank by streaming their sleep sessions. Tune in to The Signal Daily as we break it all down!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Tanuja
Produced by Manaswini
Edited by Jaideep Vaidya
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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There is a moon race going on and if all goes well India might just be the fourth country in history to successfully achieve a moon landing!
But why there is a space race to the moon at all? The short answer is: resources and minerals. Tune in for the deep dive!
In this episode, we also talk about the onion price hike and India's food inflation.
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The Supreme Court of India has hopped onto the gender awareness train. Just this Wednesday, they put out a guide for judges and lawyers, nudging them to use what they call "gender-just language."
And for the deep dive, we are talking about the world of returned products. According to The New Yorker, the total value of returned goods in the US each year is getting close to a whopping trillion dollars.
Fo more tune in to The Signal Daily!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Anup
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In the past six months, the Saudi Pro League has managed to sign up 22 players from Europe. They've got some big names on board, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Sadio Mané, Jordan Henderson, and their latest catch, Neymar Junior. But what's driving this trend? Listen in to know why!
In other news, In the past six months, the craft beer industry in India hasn't been having the best time lately. Find out more about what's going on this episode of The Signal Daily!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Sneha and Anup
Edited by Jaideep Vaidya
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Remember the highly anticipated cage fight between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk? Nope, still hasn't happened. But will this match ever go down?
In other news, coffee prices are going up everywhere, and the blame goes to a shortage of coffee beans combined with some really bad weather. To know more stay tuned to The Signal Daily!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched, and produced by Sneha and Manaswini
Edited by Jaideep Vaidya
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In this episode, we're diving into India's CEOs and the rich crowd's latest obsession: Pickleball. It's basically a mix of tennis, table tennis, and badminton. But here's the interesting part, the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) has been around since 2008. So, what's the deal with pickleball suddenly becoming so popular?
In other news, the Internet Archives is in legal trouble, yet again. This time it's the music labels going after it. Stay tuned to The Signal Daily to know more!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited and Produced by Dinesh Narayanan and Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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WeWork's in a real pickle. It went from a $47 billion valuation to almost zero. What caused this downfall? Listen in as we take a closer look at the story.
In other news, fitness bands are no longer the hot item. Why? Stay tuned to The Signal Daily for more details.
Also, for the third segment we are talking about Italy offering free taxi rides to partygoers.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited and Produced by Dinesh Narayanan and Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In this episode, we're diving into Micromax's possible transition from affordable smartphones to electric two-wheelers. But here's the catch – with the electric vehicle market already jam-packed, can Micromax make its mark?
In other news, entertainment giants like Disney, Universal Music and Spotify, are jumping on the AI bandwagon. For more details on these stories, stay tuned to The Signal Daily!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited and Produced by Roshni Nair and Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Hollywood may have another problem. Marvel Studios' VFX artists are asking for union representation. Their push for this union is triggered by excessive workload and inadequate pay.
In other news, Gen Z Asians are opting out of factory work. Why is that the case? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more on both the stories!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written, researched and produced by Anup and Manaswini
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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How ironic is it that Zoom, the very company we rely on for virtual meetings, is now requesting its employees to go back to the office? CEO Eric Yuan believes face-to-face collaboration is crucial for the company.
In other news, meme stocks, a pandemic trend, are still going strong even after the pandemic. But what's the connection between memes and stocks in the share market? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written, researched and produced by Anup and Manaswini
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In today's episode we have two interesting stories. First, LetMeSpy, a Polish spyware maker, recently got hacked in June, and as a result, it has now decided to close down its operations.
Meanwhile, the Indian government has implemented some unexpected restrictions on the import of personal computers, laptops, and tablets. Stay tuned to The Signal Daily for more details on these stories!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written, researched and produced by Anup and Manaswini
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Yesterday, the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 was once again presented in the Lok Sabha after several revisions. Rajeev Chandrashekhar, the Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, is optimistic that this bill will safeguard citizens' rights. However, some critics hold differing opinions.
In other news, countries across the globe are facing a shortage of nursing staff. But what's the reason behind this? Tune in to The Signal Daily to find out!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited and produced by Dinesh Narayanan and Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Nine cheetahs have lost their lives in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh. While the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has reassured the Supreme Court that there's no cause for alarm, experts are expressing genuine concerns about the fast decline in cheetah numbers. But why are these big cats dying?
In other news, Australians are increasingly calling for permanent work-from-home arrangements.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written, researched and produced by Manaswini and Sneha
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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That's right, India and France are joining forces to construct the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum in New Delhi. Rumour has it, it might even surpass the British Museum in London and the Grand Louvre in Paris in size and grandeur.
In other news, we are taking a closer look at China's economic struggles. Tune in to The Signal Daily to find out all the details!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited and produced by Dinesh Narayanan and Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Elon Musk's considerable influence, whether urging energy executives to meet growing demand or holding control over internet access with Starlink, brings up genuine concerns about the extent of power vested in a single individual. In today's episode, we delve into the extent of Musk's worldwide influence, stemming from his multiple companies.
In other news, the Indian media industry is experiencing a shake-up with the increasing prevalence of AI news anchors. But what does this mean for Journalism as a whole? Find out on The Signal Daily!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited and produced by Dinesh Narayanan and Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In today's episode, we explore Sam Altman's newly launched cryptocurrency project, Worldcoin, and shed light on its purpose and potential implications. Is Altman's plan giving off a somewhat dystopian vibe? We'll find out!
In other news, there's some progress in India's tiger population, with recent estimates showing growth to 3,682 tigers. India now claims 75% of the world's tiger population. But is there more to the story? We take a closer at the challenges amidst the good news.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Venkat Ananth and Shorbori
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Cricket, the world's second most popular sport, is now eyeing the American dream through Major League Cricket (MLC). But the question is, will cricket be able to carve a place for itself in America?
In other news, the price of Kashmiri saffron has surged from ₹1.8 lakh per kilogram to ₹3 lakh per kilogram within just one year. Curious to know why? Tune in to The Signal Daily for all the details!
Also, on today's episode, we're discussing Subway's offer of giving away free subs for life, but there's a twist. Stay tuned to find out!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Venkat Ananth
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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Which Maharaja? We are talking about Air India's iconic mascot. Reportedly, after a 77-year run, the Maharaja will soon retire. What's the reason behind this? Listen in to find out!
And that's not all! We've got another interesting story in store for you. In today's deep dive, we explain the curious case of the missing Chinese minister. Tune in to The Signal Daily for all the details!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Jaideep Vaidya
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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According to Bloomberg, the $200 billion games sector is feeling the impact of this AI revolution. What does it mean for the industry? Tune in and find out!
On another note, social media influencers are the hottest commodity right now, with even political parties chasing after them. What's the reason behind this trend? Discover all the details on this episode of The Signal Daily.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Shorbori and Venkat Ananth
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
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In today's episode, we've got a mix of fun and interesting stories. First up, we have Slowjamastan, a micronation that's making headlines for saying "no" to Crocs and taxes! Listen in to find out what makes this micronation so unique.
And speaking of interesting updates, Elon Musk is at it again, making another big change to Twitter. This time, he's rebranding it as X.com. Tune in to The Signal Daily for more.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Shorbori and Venkat Ananth
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android, iOS or any other podcast app.
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In today's episode, we're diving into India's love for anime. As anime fever sweeps the nation, Crunchyroll, the ultimate anime streaming platform, is doubling down on India, its second-largest anime market.
In other news, there are some serious global food issues to watch out for! To know more on this, stay tuned to The Signal Daily.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Roshni Nair, Soumya Gupta and Shorbori
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android, iOS or any other podcast app.
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Domino's Pizza has introduced its most affordable pizza at just Rs 49 in India, as part of its strategy to tackle inflation in the country. Following suit, Pizza Hut and McDonald's have also adopted similar approaches.
In other news, we are talking about Dunzo's financial troubles. What went wrong? Listen in to find out the details.
And in today's episode, we'll also be talking about the hottest new trend called "tattourism." This trend is gaining popularity, especially among Gen Z and millennials. Stay tuned to The Signal Daily for more!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android, iOS or any other podcast app.
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Sharks (or the judges) from Shark Tank India have failed to keep their promises according to an analysis by PrivateCircle Research, a private market intelligence firm. The study states that out of the 65 offers they made in season 1, only 27 were completed. The reason behind it? Due diligence.
In other news, we talk about the rise of synthetic data. What's that all about? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more about this!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan and Soumya Gupta
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
You can listen to this and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android, iOS or any other podcast app.
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In today's episode we'll give you a quick lowdown on what's happening with Microsoft’s $75 billion takeover of Activision Blizzard. Right from FTC trying to block the deal to Sony and Microsoft signing a deal where both parties agreed to keep Call of Duty on Playstation for 10 years after the proposed Activision Blizzard acquisition.
In other news, a new drug called donanemab from Eli Lilly has shown promise in slowing down the advancement of Alzheimer's disease.
For this and more tune in To The Signal Daily!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android, iOS or any other podcast app.
You can check out our website at https://ivmpodcasts.com/.
Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.
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Major auctions in New York, London, and Hong Kong are seeing a drop in sales compared to last year. For instance, Christie's, the famous British auction house, revealed that its overall sales for the first half of this year have fallen by 23% from $3.2 billion in the same period last year to $2.7 billion. Surprisingly, the market in India is doing quite well. Stay tuned to find the reasons behind this!
In other news, we are discussing Reliance's latest move to acquire Alia Bhatt's baby wear company, Ed-a-Mamma. Join us to catch up on this and more in today's episode!
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched by Anup and Sneha
Edited by Soumya Gupta and Dinesh Narayanan
Produced by Manaswini
Mastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan
You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android, iOS or any other podcast app.
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Asia’s largest slum, Dharavi is set to get a facelift from the Adani Group. Located right at the centre of Mumbai, it is home to around 9 lakh Indians. But what does Adani get from this? Tune in to The Signal Daily for more!
In this episode, we also deep dive intro Hollywood's double strike and what the actors and writers guilds are demanding from studios.
The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.
The episode was written and researched and produced by Sneha and Anup
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Sting, PepsiCo's energy drink brand is currently taking the energy drink market in India by a storm. What's the reason behind this? Listen in to find out!
In other news, the GST council has dropped a bomb on India’s online gaming industry. Online gaming, horse racing and casinos will now be taxed at 28 per cent of the full bet value. What does this mean for users? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
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Disney is looking to shake things up in India, again. It is taking a hard look at its options for the Star India business. And what's the reason behind this? Listen in to find out.
In other news, we are discussing Barbenheimer, the highly anticipated double feature scheduled for July 21st. This episode dives into why having two movies premiering on the same day is a blessing for the movie industry.
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In today's episode, we are talking about Foxconn dumping Vedanta after the much anticipated partnership that was announced to usher in the government’s plans to make India into a leading hub of semiconductor production. So what does this break-up mean? Listen in to find out!
In other news, 17-year-old Arjun Nimmala made history by becoming the first Indian player to be selected in the first round of Major League Baseball Draft. Tune in to The Signal Daily for this and more!
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Delhi is drowning and casualties have been reported because of walls collapsing to trees getting uprooted. But why is Delhi drowning? Poor urban planning. And how did we reach here? We answer this question and more in today's episode.
We also have Devashish Dhar, former public policy specialist at Niti Aayog and author of India’s Blind Spot joining us on this episode. He basically lists out various reasons that led to urban flooding in Delhi. Additionally, in 2022, we covered about Bengaluru and the infrastructural issues that led to waterlogging last year. Find the episode here.
In other news, we are talking about Ras Al Khaimah becoming the new luxury destination in the UAE. Tune in!
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In today's episode we are talking about PharmEasy’s woes. The healthtech startup was once valued at a staggering $5.6 billion, but now, it is worth less than $600 million. Where did it all go wrong? Listen in to know more!
In other news, New Delhi and Noida branches of McDonald’s have decided to leave out tomatoes from their dishes. All thanks to the spike in tomato prices. Tune in to The Signal Daily for more!
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Amazon might have a new challenger in town. TikTok, the global social media disruptor, is now entering the e-commerce realm, directly targeting Amazon's dominance in the US market.
In other news, Maruti Suzuki, known for affordable four-wheelers, just launched its most expensive car priced at Rs 25 lakh. But what does this mean? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
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Today's episode focuses on Meta's new standalone app, Threads, which is seen as Mark Zuckerberg's attempt to rival Twitter. We dive deeper into the details of the app and what it means for Meta. Stay tuned to learn more!
Additionally, Japan Airlines has introduced a cost-saving initiative for excess baggage. To find out more about this service, listen to this episode of The Signal Daily!
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Yes, you read that right! The recent partnership between Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson has unveiled the Harley-Davidson X440, designed with the Indian market in mind. Which means, it's not going to be as expensive as your regular Harleys. But wait, the story isn't that straightforward. Listen in to find out how this partnership could possibly go sideways.
In other news, Xiaomi India is facing some troubles. What's the deal here? Tune in to The Signal Daily for more!
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Barbie Doll is the new dream of Hollywood. Slated to release on July 21, this film is expected to set box office on fire. But this is not a box office story, today's deep dive talks about Mattle the American toy manufacturing company which had launched this hugely successful fashion-doll in 1959 is finally catching up. Listen in to know more.
In other news, the World Health Organization (WHO) is likely to declare aspartame, the artificial sweetener commonly found in diet beverages and chocolates, cancer-causing.
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Today's episode highlights HDFC's remarkable journey to becoming India's largest bank and securing the fourth position on the list of the world's most valuable banks following a significant merger. Tune in for a quick TL;DR.
In other news, Apple has achieved a historic milestone with a market capitalization of $3.02 trillion, becoming the first and only company to do so.
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There's a groundbreaking pharmaceutical drug in the works, and it's conceptualised by artificial intelligence. Yup, you read that right an AI designed drug is in works.
In other news, Indian innovations are going global. This desi supply chain innovation is now being launched in the USA under a new name, Amazon Hub Delivery.
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In today's episode we are talking about Swiftonomics. Taylor Swift's latest Eras Tour is generating billions of dollars. $5 billion to be precise. That is more than the GDP of 50 countries.
In other news, we uncover Vietnam's once-thriving tech manufacturing industry. What was once a booming sector now confronts formidable obstacles.
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Byju's, the popular edtech company, is currently facing a heap of problems. Key issues include auditors and directors resigning, employees leaving, and lenders putting pressure on the company.
In other news, Italian fashion houses are dealing with their own set of problems when it comes to passing the leadership torch to the next generation.
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Last week, there was an internal rebellion in Russia's deployed army in Ukraine, causing a brief uprising that lasted less than 24 hours. Tune in to get the full scoop on what unfolded!
In other news, YouTube is making moves in the gaming world. They're testing a new product called Playables, allowing users to play online games directly on the YouTube platform.
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Sony and Zee have been waiting to join forces, but there seem to be several hiccups. But if this deal does go through, it'll become one of the biggest media companies in India. How big? Listen in to find out!
In other news, reportedly, Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg want to slug it out in a cage fight! Yup, you read that right! Tune in to The Signal Daily for more!
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Investors of a sexual health and wellness startup — Mojocare are not exactly getting a happy ending (yes, pun intended). What's the story here? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
In other news, PM Narendra Modi is visiting the US and The Economist called India, “America’s new best friend.” Is this the case though? Listen in to know more!
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In today's episode we are talking about the big fat Indian wedding industrying becoming more inclusive.
In other news, big tech companies and Indian companies stand divided over regulating competition. What's the story here? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
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A few days ago, Rare Beauty, a beauty brand founded by American singer Selena Gomez, made its way to India — and created a bit of frenzy among makeup enthusiasts. Rare Beauty is not the first of its kind though. Many global beauty brands and conglomerates have been eyeing India’s exploding beauty market.
Why is suddenly everybody — be it the old conglomerates or the new startups or the established e-commerce platforms —- interested in cashing in on India’s premium and luxury beauty market? Tune in to our deep dive!
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In today's episode, we are talking about traveller's new best friends, luggage trackers. In other news, Meta is a little behind on the AI race. But it's gearing up to catch up with other tech giants.
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The attrition of women in India's tech industry has doubled compared to that of men. What could be causing this trend?
In other news, top CEOs have been flocking to China. The latest to join the party is Bill Gates. Why China though? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
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Flights are actually getting more turbulent, and climate change is to blame.
In other news, the Goldman Sachs picture-perfect family portrait is cracking.
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Credit cards have become the new buzz in the payments landscape today. But what's the hype all about? Listen in to find out!
In other news, there was a CoWIN data breach. And it is a big concern. The reason being, nearly every resident of the country was registered on the CoWIN app. We are also joined by Apar Gupta of Internet freedom Foundation, who gives us insights into why we should be worried about this breach, and what lies at the core of this problem?
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4G handsets are not hot anymore. Why? Because 5G phone market share has already crossed 50% and is still rising.
In other news, Russia is having a rupee problem. What's the problem here? Tune in to know more.
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Reddit is going through some major shake-ups, and the community is not thrilled about it! Listen in to know more.
In today's episode, we are also talking about, Hotstar's latest move to compete with its rival JioCinema. It announced that it will now open its gates and stream the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup and the Asia Cup live for free for mobile users. What does this mean?
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In today's episode, we talk about Messi switching fields to Inter-Miami from PSG. But why American soccer? Listen in to find out!
We are talking about the Sandesara brothers and their great escape. Currently the Sandesaras are flourishing in Nigeria with a wanted status in India. What's the story here? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
Also, apparently beige flags are a thing now.
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Netflix is betting on merchandising. It partnered with the non-alcoholic beer brand Athletic Brewing to introduce limited-edition co-branded brews. It also collaborated with Lacoste on a fashion collection.
In today's episode, we are also talking about Sequoia Capital's three-way split. This break up resulted in Sequoia China, now called HongShan, and Sequoia India, now rebranded as Peak XV Partners. All three will now operate as separate entities, with independent partnerships.
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In today's episode, we're diving into the legal disputes of two big companies. First up is Byju's, an Indian edtech giant, who is accusing Redwood Capital Management, its lenders, of using unfair tactics. On the other hand, we have Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, facing another hurdle as the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against them. To find out the details, tune in to The Signal Daily!
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What runs the world? Oil. And members of the OPEC and its allies, which produce about 40% of the world's crude oil, want to reap maximum benefits out of this if they can help it.
Recently, Saudi Arabia — the world's top oil exporter decided to cut down oil production, likely in a bid to drive up prices. This comes after OPEC countries made significant cuts in April without any prior warning. What is the impact? Tune in to our deep dive!
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Apple's highly awaited Worldwide Developers Conference is set to take place from today. And this time, along with the usual IOS updates, new Macs, iPhone, and watches, Apple is set to launch its VR headset, Reality Pro. So, what can we expect from Reality Pro?
In other news, a deadly train accident has shaken up India. As the country mourns the tragedy, the limelight has fallen on safety norms for the Indian Railways system, or rather, the inadequacy of it. The question is, could the disaster have been averted? Tune in to our deep dive.
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Looks like Amazon is in trouble for lax privacy and data policies, yet again. This time around, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed two lawsuits against Amazon’s ring doorbell and Alexa.
In other news, we are talking about India's latest GDP numbers. Listen in as Dinesh Narayanan, co-founder and editor at The Signal, gives us his perspective on what these numbers mean.
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This joint venture between Vedanta Resources Ltd. and Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, has been striving to qualify for incentives to produce 28-nanometer chips. What does this mean? Listen in to find out!
In today's episode, we are also talking about MS Dhoni's possible comeback in IPL 2024. And by the looks of it, this news is a win-win for both Dhoni's fans and the brands out there! Why is that?
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In today's episode we are talking about China’s latest space program. It launched their Shenzhou 16 spacecraft with three astronauts on board. Additionally, China wishes to land astronauts on the moon before 2030.
In other news, we focus on Jiocinema's OTT power play. Its most recent pursuit is a multi-year partnership with NBCUniversal to unleash a treasure trove of TV shows and movies in India.
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In today's episode we are talking about India's deadliest roads. Every year, over 900,000 people are killed or injured in road accidents, costing the nation a mind-boggling $156 billion. That's a hug number. But what's the reason behind this? Listen in to know more.
In other news, we take a look at how InMobi's Glance is now pivoting to woo developers. The company, which used to display content and ads on smartphone lock screens, has now decided to change its approach. Why so?
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Another AI tale of caution. New York based lawyer, Steven Schwartz, is facing the court after a grand slip up by his own firm in using AI Chatbot, ChatGPT, to do legal research for a case. What's the story? Listen in to find out!
In other news, the Indian fashion biz is going through some troubles. But at the same time, Reliance is trying to grab the biggest slice of the pie.
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Elon Musk is now transforming Twitter into a right-wing social network. In this episode we give you the latest lowdown of what's happening with Twitter!
In other news, Indian filmmakers are struggling to produce good movies in 2023. Want to find out why? Tune in to the episode to know more!
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Remember how we told you about the RBI pulling the plug on ₹2000 Bills? Well now these notes have taken a fancy turn. What are we talking about? Tune in to find out!
In today's episode, we are also talking about the US debt-ceiling talks.
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A "verified" Twitter account, with a massive following of over 650,000 posted an image of a "Large Explosion near The Pentagon Complex." And that sent shockwaves through the platform. Why? Listen in to find out!
In other news, dubious made-in-India cough syrups have put the spotlight on the country's pharmaceutical regulations. What's the story here?
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Social media apps everywhere are trying to capture the hearts of Gen Z. When it comes to messaging apps, Snapchat and iMessage seem to dominate the scene. And apparently Snapchat is the go-to choice for Gen Z. But why is that the case?
According to The Economic Times, Tiger Global is looking to invest in the 2008 Indian Premier League champions. The New York-based investment powerhouse is considering putting in $40 million in the Royals.
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After a long hiatus, Shein and BGMI or Battlegrounds Mobile India are finally making their way back to India.
In other news, the Reserve Bank of India is bidding adieu to the Rs.2000 note and stopping its circulation once and for all. But why?
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A series of crypto crimes have shaken up South Korea, forcing the government to push for a crypto bill as soon as possible. In the latest development, a woman was killed on the streets of Gangnam, Seoul. Why? Cryptocurrency.
In other news, Srichand Parmanand Hinduja, the chairman of the Hinduja group and the head of Britain’s richest family passed away on Wednesday at the age of 87. But with his passing, the Hinduja family now finds itself entangled in a tussle over the $14 billion empire.
In today's episode, we also talk about Taco Tuesday throwdown.
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What does it to take to be join the elite club of the world's wealthiest individuals? Billions of dollars. But that's only in the developed countries. For developing countries, say Philippines, it requires a comparatively humble $57,000. But why is there such a disparity?
In other news, ZestMoney, a buy-now-pay-later startup is struggling dire need of funds. What went wrong with the BNPL company?
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Turns out that a once-overlooked book on finance has become a sought-after treasure. We are talking about “Margin of Safety”, written by billionaire hedge fund manager Seth Klarman. Now its selling for thousands of dollars.
In other news, we are looking at how finfluencer marketing has been working through the pandemic era to now; amid a funding winter when the government is looking to regulate influencers.
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Fruit roll-ups are the new obsession in Israel. So much so that Americans are smuggling the candy to Israel and selling it for a high price. But what is the reason behind this fruity treat's popularity? Tune in to find out!
In today's episode, we also discuss valuation markdowns among Indian startups. Reportedly, institutional investors in the United States are cutting the valuations of their investments in Indian startups.
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Over the weekend, Elon Musk announced that Linda Yaccarino will take over as the new CEO of Twitter.
In other news, the latest figures released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) reveal a sharp decline for Vodafone Idea, with a staggering loss of 1.3 million 4G users in February. This setback marks its most substantial drop in nearly two years. The future of the company, looks bleak.
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Disney+ experienced a loss of 4 million subscribers during the first three months of 2023, which is the second consecutive quarter of decline for the streaming service. As a result, Disney+ now has 157.8 million subscribers worldwide. The reason behind this slump? Hotstar.
In other news, the recent Google I/O event on May 10th, 2023, was all about one thing - AI.
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The Hollywood Writers’ Strike is still in motion, and it only seems to be getting more intense day by day. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) had called for this strike last week, on May 2 and it is gaining more and more traction as it enters its second week.
In other news, Pakistan was thrown into a maelstrom of political unrest on Tuesday, as thousands of protesters took to the streets in a march in response to the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. But what’s the reason behind Imran Khan’s arrest?
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Goldman Sachs has agreed to pay $215 million to settle a long-standing class action lawsuit brought by 2,800 of its former female employees, who accused the bank of pay disparity.
We take a look at the details of the lawsuit and why it matters.
Also in today’s deep dive, we talk about the Karnataka State Assembly Elections, what are the primary issues at play in the state polls and what is in it for India’s IT hub, Bengaluru.
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In April, a 66-year-old Indian citizen by the name of Sundar Nagarajan was arrested in London, for his connections with the banned Lebanese terror outfit Hezbollah. What's the story here? Listen in to know more!
In other news, there's a new cool kid on the food delivery block – ONDC or Open Network for Digital Commerce. This platform hopes to revolutionise online food delivery in India by eliminating the middleman between businesses and consumers.
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Axios points out that the demand for post-pandemic music shows are high even though tickets are getting pricier. They are not just buying expensive tickets for music events, they are also spending a fair bit on food, merch and drinks at those events.
In other news, Apple is spicing up its Books app. Bloomberg reported that the tech giant has signed a three-year deal with Kenaz, a South Korean startup, to bring webtoons to its reading platform.
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The World Bank is now going to be led by an Indian-American. Former CEO of Mastercard, Ajay Banga was picked by US President Joe Biden for the prestigious post.
In other news, the edtech world is now facing an AI storm cloud. For instance, earlier this week, Chegg, an educational company, announced that ChatGPT has had a significant impact on its future business outlook, causing its shares to plummet by nearly 50%.
And before we sign off for the week, we briefly talk about Switzerland's latest snack craze. And trust us, it's quite unusual.
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What is the right way to release content? Should it have weekly releases like The House of Dragons or should it all be released in one go for us to devour, like Stranger Things? That’s the debate the recent data on content distribution is stirring up.
In other news, low-cost airline Go First is facing a turbulent ride. On 2nd May, the airline company announced that it is cancelling all its flights within and outside India, from 3rd to 5th May. And at the same time, it has also filed for bankruptcy.
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Over the weekend, Myntra was busy creating a new vertical, FWD, to cater to the Gen Z crowd! But how is it going to lure the Gen Z?
In other news, another US bank goes down. Two banks —-the Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank—- collapsed earlier this year and another, First Republic, faced a run on deposits by panicky customers. What went wrong?
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Byju’s, India’s most valuable startup, is in trouble, yet again! The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) conducted raids on the premises of Byju's, the online education platform, in Bengaluru.
In other news, the whole Twitter verification situation is a mess that just won't go away. What's up with Twitter?
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Indian fans of 'Succession', there's some good news! Reliance's Viacom 18 has struck a deal with Warner Bros Discovery Inc. to have some of the popular Western shows on its streaming JioCinema.
In other news, Meta's Q1 2023 earnings are in, and it's a bit of a mixed bag.
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Primary Wave Music or PWM, which is the name behind musical legends like Stevie Nicks, Bob Marley, and Prince is coming to India. But what brings PWM to India?
In other news, Tata Starbucks made over Rs 1000 crore in sales for the year 2022-23. Starbucks performed so well that it reportedly even had a positive impact on Tata Consumer Products' overall net profits.
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With a $2.5 billion investment, Netflix is all set to fully immerse itself in the next round of Korean wave with a whole new variety of shows, movies, and more!
In other news, the online retail beauty space in India is about to get even more fierce! Nykaa, Reliance Retail's Tira and other brands are battling for the supremacy in the beauty and personal care space. Who will come up on the top?
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Some of the world's richest tech moguls like Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, and Peter Thiel, are betting big on nuclear fusion! A recent survey by the Fusion Industry Association found that funding for nuclear fusion research has skyrocketed to $4.8 billion in 2022! But why? Listen in to know more!
In other news, amid ongoing protests against Blinkit’s new payment structure, more than thousand delivery agents working with the company have now jumped ship . What was the reason?
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There’s a new trend on Tiktok and Youtube, and it’s quite illegal! Some Brazilian content creators are now making posts on how to mine gold illegally. What's the story here?Listen in for more details!
Recent research reveals that the country is dominating the FS market with over 300 platforms and a staggering 18 crore users. And now, it's expected to grow even bigger, hitting 50 crore users by 2027 with a massive market value of Rs 25,240 crore.
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Sugar prices have reached an all time high! This hike is directly linked to slumps in India’s sugar yields which dropped from 309 lakh tonnes in the previous year to roughly 299 lakh tonnes in the early months of 2022-23. On a global level, countries like Thailand, China and Pakistan are witnessing similar trends in their sugar stocks.
In other news, Snap, the parent company of the social media app Snapchat, is going all-in on wooing Gen Z and attracting new customers! What's the deal here?
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It's only mid-April and India is already feeling the heat! The temperature has skyrocketed across several regions, with the mercury crossing the 42-degree Celsius mark. According to Bloomberg, India is bracing for an unusually hot summer.
In other news, US right-wing news network Fox News is ensnared in defamation settlements and lawsuits over its questionable reportage around the 2020 US presidential elections, which Joe Biden won. What's happening?
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Apple wants to be your bank. On Monday, Apple launched a high-yield savings account, signalling its entry into the competition for bank deposits. What does that mean for Apple? Listen in for further details!
In other news, Drake and The Weeknd’s new song called 'Heart on My Sleeve' is actually generated by AI. The song had over 250,000 Spotify streams and 10 million views on TikTok as of 17th April. Crazy right? But is it all that simple?
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Salman will have to go big or go home with 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan'. Why? Because, Bollywood is going through an introspective moment because of repeated box office failures and plummeting revenues. It seems simply having big names won't make the cut.
In other news, Google wants to AI-fy the world of search. According to the New York Times, it is working on a project called Magi, which involves improving its search engine to provide a highly personalised experience that anticipates customers' requirements.
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The United States authorities have cracked the code! A report by the Wall Street Journal states that the United States recently seized around 500,000 bitcoins from a certain James Zhong. The value of these coins was as much as $3.36 billion.
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Coffee aficionados, sadly some bad news is brewing this morning. A BBC report suggests that due to the world heating up, coffee plantations are taking a hit from diseases, droughts, and unfavourable growing conditions.
In other news, HBO Max and Discovery+ are set to merge after all. The bigger deal is that new streaming is dropping 'HBO' out of the name. It's not HBO Max anymore. It's going by just Max now.
Also, with 4/20 arriving soon, pot is making a lot of money in the States.
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Super Mario Bros. Movie had an incredibly successful opening, grossing $204.6 million domestically in just five days, with an impressive $146 million earned during its opening weekend alone.
In other news, China and the US are looking to regulate AI at the earliest. The US NTIA is looking for input on policies to ensure that AI products perform as advertised and don't cause any harm. And the CAC unveiled draft guidelines that mandates AI-generated content must align with the core values of “socialism” and cannot challenge “the authority of the state”.
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The tussle between Karnataka’s Amul and Nandini is more than selling milk. It has ignited political tension and cultural emotions. What’s really at stake here?
On the other hand, is Tupperware’s reign really over? Once a kitchenware icon, the company is now on the brink of a meltdown due to loss in relevance, tough competition and declined sales. Will it bounce back or become a thing of the past?
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India is giving itself a pat on the back with the recently-released tiger census report of 2022.
The report indicates that the big cat count in the country has risen to an estimated 3,167 tigers, with India now becoming home to 70% of the world's total tiger population. But, take this good news with a pinch of salt because it's not just the tiger count that matters but also the state of their habitats.
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IT Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw recently told the Parliament in writing that the government is not considering a law or regulating the growth of artificial intelligence in the country.
In other news, Apple has unveiled the first look of its upcoming store at Jio World Drive Mall in Mumbai on Wednesday, signalling that the much-anticipated opening of Apple BKC is just around the corner. But why India?
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In a historic turn of events, Donald Trump, the former President of the United States, found himself in court on Tuesday, facing 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. However, Trump has denied all charges and entered a plea of not guilty during the court appearance.
In other news, J&J is now offering a gigantic $8.9 billion settlement to resolve the decade-running lawsuits that have dented its reputation.
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B-Schools in India are getting creative with their curriculums! Management universities like the Indian Institute of Management(IIM), Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies and more are switching their curricula to incorporate a whole bunch of eclectic subjects.
In other news, Vince McMahon’s World Wrestling Entertainment or WWE and UFC or Ultimate Fighting Championship have announced a merger that's worth a whopping $21.4 billion. What does this mean for both the companies?
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Twitter blue ticks have caused mayhem just as expected. Any individual who wants to retain their blue check will now have to pay $8 a month while businesses would have to pay about $1000. But it seems many users, (even the big shots) are actually refusing to pay for it and willingly forgoing their blue ticks.
In other news, Capital Foods Pvt Ltd, the brains behind the masala brands — Ching's Secret and Smith & Jones, has put itself up for sale, and it's causing quite a stir in the FMCG sector!
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Hindenburg's report is continuing to bite Adani. Even as it tries to assure investors that all is well, now India's market regulator, SEBI is apparently investigating possible violations of ‘related party’ transaction rules, in at least three of Adani's offshore deals.
In the centre of these entities is the conglomerate's chairperson, Gautam Adani's "elusive" elder brother, Vinod Adani.
In other news, China’s loans to African countries have stirred up the USA and the West.
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The demand for rice is through the roof, but erratic rainfalls aren’t the only reason. There are also these floods everywhere, and temperatures are shooting up. Bottom line: there’s a global rice crisis.
In other news, Walt Disney has been going through a major rejig to cut costs since Bob Iger returned as CEO. But the big news is that Disney sacked the Chairman of Marvel Entertainment, Isaac “Ike” Perlmutter. What does that mean?
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The latest season of Succession has been released, but viewers in India might have difficulty finding it on Hotstar since HBO is leaving the platform on the 31st. With the absence of HBO's premium content, as well as IPL and F1, it remains to be seen how Disney+ Hotstar will survive in India.
In today's episode, we are also talking about Alibaba. The e-commerce behemoth, has declared that it will divide its business empire into six divisions. For further details on both stories, check out The Signal Daily!
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It seems Crocs have become a lifestyle that's here to stay. But how is the company managing to get a loyal customer base?
In other news, in the latest blow to the crypto industry, the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has sued Binance and its CEO, Changpeng Zhao, accusing them of running an "illegal" exchange and a "sham" compliance program. What's the story here?
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The Indian government has bestowed a temporary lifeline to NGOs by granting a six-month extension on their registration under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). But is it actually a relief for the NGOs? Listen in to find out!
In other news, Lebanon seems to be stuck between two seemingly rival time zones. What’s the reason behind this?
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Sakura season is here. But it's not just picturesque, this obsession with the sakura is big business for Japan's economy.
In other news, publishing powerhouses, namely HarperCollins, Penguin Random House, Hachette, and John Wiley & Sons, have won their case against Internet Archive over copyright issues. This is not a small victory. This decision could hugely alter the way we view and access digital literature in the future.
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As you listen to this podcast, TikTok's CEO, Shou Zi Chew would have given his debut testimony before the US Congress, emphatically denying any connection with the Chinese government. But what will happen to these millions of users if TikTok, in fact, gets banned in the US? Who will be the big winners of this scenario?
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In this episode we also talk about China's ban on ‘Winnie The Pooh’ slasher horror and the Jack Daniel trademark lawsuit against Bad Spaniels — a poop-themed dog chew toy, that is giving everybody a good laugh if nothing else.
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Climate experts have rung another serious wake up call for the world to jump into action and save the planet while there is still time.
In its final instalment of the sixth assessment report, the IPCC said that temperatures may rise 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels sometime around “the first half of the 2030s”. This would increase the severity of the climate hazards. Is there a way out?
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Bitcoin has had a rough year. But the tides have turned dramatically in the past week, with bitcoin skyrocketing by over 37% against the US dollar. In 2023, bitcoin's market capitalization surged by a whopping $194 billion, representing an impressive 66% year-to-date gain.
In other news, as Russia stands spurned by the West over its invasion of Ukraine, comes a friendly visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping. A visit that the US and the NATO allies are going to be watching over with great suspicion.
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As the flu season rages on, India is grappling with a resurgence of Covid cases. The active case count has risen to 5,389, Saturday recording 800 cases, which is the highest in 126 days.
In other news, Switzerland-based UBS has offered to buy its rival, Credit Suisse for $1 billion. With UBS agreeing to buy the bank for ~$1 billion, Credit Suisse may yet survive. It is being termed as the merger of the century.
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Samsung recently overtook Xiaomi in India, which is the world's second largest smartphone market after China. What cost Xiaomi its dominance, is its fixation on selling budget smartphones when consumers want better and feature-rich phones, even if they're a bit more expensive. That's where Samsung beat the Chinese smartphone maker with its alluring financing schemes.
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In this episode we also talk about America's new obsession with French bulldogs and India opening its gates to foreign lawyers and law firms to practise in the country.
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Pink Floyd’s plans to sell their $500 million music catalogue have hit a brick wall. Why? Because two of the bandmates — Roger Waters and David Gilmour just can’t get along with each other.
In other news, Beijing-headquartered ByteDance, recently received a $100 million-plus investment from Abu Dhabi-based AI firm G42. But what does this mean?
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Microsoft has let go of its ethics and society team within the AI division. Now the tech company finds itself without a designated squad to ensure that its AI principles are woven into product design even as it plans to make AI tools more accessible to the general public. Are big tech companies more focused on growth and taking market share from competitors than on responsible innovation?
In other news, a new research has an answer for the age-old question: does money bring happiness? And the answer is yes, being well-off is associated with varying degrees of happiness for most people barring a slim minority who can be rich yet miserable.
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Campa Cola — the homegrown fizzy drink of India is making a timely comeback with cola, lemon and orange flavours! But can it beat Pepsi and Coke which together command 80% of India's market share? Listen in to know more!
In other news, we are talking about Silicon Valley Bank's abrupt collapse last week, leaving its high-profile customers and investors in a state of flux. It is the second-largest bank failure in the US since Washington Mutual fell in 2008. But what went wrong?
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If you are a content creator looking to expand your engagement, maybe you should try dubbing your videos in different languages. That's what some top YouTubers are doing to tap into a wider audience and simultaneously increase monetisation on the same video.
In other news, “blunder” seems to be the theme of Musk's leadership at Twitter. The platform encountered its third technical snag within a month, and the second one in less than seven days.
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Women's cricket is finally catching up up in India. A significant shift occurred when India defeated the formidable Australian team in the 2017 World Cup semi-final in England. Cut to 2023, Women's Premier League is the new talk of the town. To understand the this transformation better, we interviewed Jaideep Vaidya, our in-house sports expert, and author of the sports and gaming newsletter, The Playbook.
In other news, the streaming world is not doing so great. 3 months into 2023, and we are yet to receive new hit originals to binge on. But why is this happening?
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After years and years of negotiation, UN member states have finally agreed on a treaty to protect open oceans from exploitation. This pact, which is called the High Seas Treaty wants to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. Why is this being hailed as a landmark move?
Also in this podcast, we take a look at India’s booming wedding industry.
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Elon Musk's third ‘Master Plan’ for Tesla was a bit of a letdown for investors. So, Musk revealed that the company is going full throttle on its mission to eliminate the use of fossil fuels and promote sustainable energy worldwide. But, there was no sign of a new car.
In other news, Blinkit is all set to challenge Urban Company in the app-based at-home services sector. Do you think it will succeed?
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India reported the warmest February since 1901. Unlike the cool Februaries of the past decades, the average maximum temperature in the month this year soared to as high as 29.5 degrees across the country.
In other news, we are talking about the IPL viewership war between Viacom18 and Disney Star. Both the networks are vying to keep IPL free for the masses.
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Alphabet's shareholders are concerned about Google. In fact, even technology experts believe that Google's leadership style of its CEO, Sundar Pichai, are having a negative impact on the company.
In other news, the Indian government has decided that anti-tobacco warnings and disclaimers aren't enough to deter smoking. And hence, new amendments proposed to film-making rules will require filmmakers to justify to the Censor Board why a particular scene with characters smoking is needed to tell the story.
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On 17 February, it was reported that Puffin Books, a division of Penguin Random House, and Roald Dahl's estate collaborated with Inclusive Minds a collective that is passionate about inclusion, to remove "offensive language" from certain Roald Dahl classics that are in circulation in the UK.
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Just last week, Ola, Uber, and Rapido hit a major roadblock as the Delhi Transport Department slammed the brakes on bike taxi services in the capital city. The state government has pointed out that using private vehicles for commercial purposes goes against the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988.
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Telecom company Nokia's new budget phone — Nokia G22 comes with its own repair kit. This DIY-friendly phone allows users to replace the battery in under five minutes. Is this going to be a game changer in the smartphone market?
Also in today's episode, we talk about how Indian fintech firm Paytm may just be making its way towards a deal with telecom tycoon Sunil Mittal to merge Airtel Payments Bank into Paytm Payments Bank through a stock deal.
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A century-old sport, Korfball, is now starting to gain popularity globally. The fact that Korfball is a co-ed sport, in which men and women compete equally, is one thing that makes it unique.
In other news, today marks the first anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. 365 days of war and yet no end in sight. Tune in to The Signal Daily, to know further details!
And for the Friday Segment, we also have another offbeat story that you won’t find in the headlines. What are we talking about in today's ep? Tune in to find out!
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While Twitter has been having a hard time trying to get users to buy its blue ticks for $8 a month, people are more than happy to pay for Tumblr's double blue ticks purely for the value of its parody.
In other news, Walmart International's operating income took a hit in the last three months to January 31, dropping from around $800 million in the same period last year to just $300 million. The reason? Separation of Flipkart and PhonePe.
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The UK conducted the largest four-day work week trial in the world last year. Between June and December 2022, about 2,900 employees from 61 companies voluntarily took part in this trial. And the results are actually quite encouraging!
In other news, the terrorist attacks of 2015 in Paris and 2017 in Istanbul have reared their ugly head. This time, to target Big Tech. Two important cases are now coming up in the US Supreme Court that will decide whether tech companies are liable for the negative content that is circulated in their platforms.
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After the pandemic lull, the great Indian vacation seems to be back on track. Just in the first nine months of the ongoing fiscal, people spent a whopping $10 billion on international trips.
In other news, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is launching a new paid subscription service called Meta Verified.
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There’s a bidding war for Manchester United! Two contenders are ready to throw in some serious cash to claim ownership of the iconic football club. Who do you think will win?
In other news, Pakistan’s bad days are far from over. The country’s Defense minister Khawaja Asif has gone on to declare that the country has gone “bankrupt".
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Yes, you read it right. Microsoft's "the new bing" is currently on an emotional rollercoaster. Why? Well, after Microsoft rolled out the first wave of ChatGPT-backed Bing invites earlier this week, users reported a deluge of bizarre and absurd responses from it.
In other news, filmmakers are ditching their high-end cameras for the humble phone. Tune in to The Signal Daily to find out more details!
But, that's not all, to pep up the Friday edition of The Signal Daily, we’re introducing a short third segment — ‘One Last Thing’. So, stay tuned right till the end!
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For the first segment, we are talking about an Indian man from Australia who conned a boatload of cash out of Deloitte's executives and top partners. Like, we're talking millions of dollars!
In other news, we are talking about how Google had promised to improve its privacy features for its Android devices to cut down data sharing and earlier this week, it finally launched the beta version of the Privacy Sandbox feature that claims to shoot two birds with one stone.
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The DCGI recently issued show cause notices to 20 online drug sellers in India, including tech giants Amazon, Flipkart Health+ and Tata1mg prohibiting them from selling medicines online.
Why has e-pharmacy always been in a bit of a legal controversy?
In other news, HYBE the company that manages BTS is already on the lookout for the next big thing.
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The Adani Group may have hired America’s most expensive lawyers to fight short-seller Hindenburg Research, but boy has it taken quite the beating! In the latest episode of 'Keeping Up With Adani', the conglomerate has halved its revenue growth target from earlier estimated 40% to between 15% and 20% for at least the next financial year.
What does it mean for its businesses and how will it affect infrastructure and energy projects across India? The Signal's Editor and Co-Founder Dinesh Narayanan joins us in this episode.
In other news, state government coffers are getting high on alcohol sales. As per reports, excise duties on alcohol are expected to make up 1% of states' Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2022-23.
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5.9 million tonnes of Lithium reserves have been found in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. This discovery could be an important step towards meeting the rising demand for lithium brought on by India's booming electronics and electric vehicle industries.
In other news, a group of scientists have proposed spraying moon dust in space to tackle global warming on Earth. How will this work?
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The international market may get to taste the thunder! What we mean is, Coca Cola is mulling over taking two of its hit Indian beverages — Thums Up and Maaza out into the world.
In other news, Disney+ lost a net 2.4 million subscribers in its most recent quarter, and apparently, Disney+ Hotstar is to blame. The Indian version of the streaming service lost 3.8 million paid subscribers. What's the reason behind it? Losing digital rights to stream IPL.
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Telemedicine is picking up in India even as we put the terrible Covid years behind us. Especially in smaller towns and cities. However, is this kind of a tech boost enough to improve India's healthcare? Tune in to find out further details on this story!
In today's deep dive, we are talking about Meta expanding its Horizon to teenagers. And by that we mean, it is planning on expanding its VR platform - Horizon Worlds to players between the ages 13 and 17. But will Meta succeed in retaining users?
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Google and Microsoft are battling it out on the AI front. On one side we have Bard, Google's experimental conversational AI service, and on the other side there's Microsoft's Bing GPT. And it's not just the big tech companies investing in chatbots, but even go-to QnA platform, Quora.
In other news, millets are making a comeback in India. But why, though? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
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Coca-Cola is bringing back Coke Studio to India after 8 years. But what's the reason behind this? Well, it's a marketing move.
In other news, we take a look at Manchester City's troubles. The Premier League club is now being charged with 100 charges related to financial irregularities. What does this mean for the club?
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Tensions are rising between the US and China. In the most recent developments, the US government ordered to shoot down China's spy balloons. What does this mean for both the nations? Tune in to know more!
In today's episode, we are also talking about the new TikTok trend: de-influencing. Tune in to The Signal Daily to find out why this trend is going viral!
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We can't answer that question for sure, but 2023 does look like a tough year for all smartphone manufacturers. And to beat all the odds, Samsung is going all out. To begin with, it introduced its latest Galaxy S23 series with ungraded camera. And, it's offering it for a lower price. To know more about this, tune in!
In other news, Universal Music Company is now giving its streaming strategy a makeover in order to level the playing field in the audio streaming arena. What's it all about? Tune into the The Signal Daily to learn more!
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All eyes were fixed on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as she presented the last full annual budget before next year's General Elections.
What is the verdict? Does it cater to the masses? Does it support economic growth? Is it well-balanced? The Signal's Co-Founder and Editor, Dinesh Narayanan joins us soon in today's episode to give us the finer details.
In other news, DC Studios announced five films and five new series based on DC Comics titles that will be a part of the newly revamped DC Universe. Will it be able to dethrone Marvel?
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How is the Indian economy doing? We take a look at some of the key highlights from the Economic Survey 2023. The Signal's co-founder and Editor, Dinesh Narayanan also joins us today to slice and dice the report for us.
In other news, EdTech company Byju's is now planning to offer one-on-one home tuitions for the K-12 segment or the kindergarten to class 12 kids.
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First Sri Lanka, then Bangladesh and now Pakistan is also teetering towards an economic collapse. With mounting debts, depreciating currency, high inflation rates and depleting forex reserves, it desperately needs a financial bailout.
Will the IMF aid come through?
In other news, the last Boeing 747 flight is being rolled out of the factory to be delivered to Atlas Air. With this, the 55-year-long production run of this iconic jet plane has come to an end.
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It’s barely been a few days since its release but SRK-starrer ‘Pathaan’ has already become the buzzword for the whole of India.
Is this the Bollywood comeback that we’ve been waiting for?
In other news, after Hindenburg’s salvo against the Adani Group, the billionaire’s fortune has declined by $22.5 billion and he has already slipped to 7th in Forbes’ magazine’s global ranking of the richie rich. The tremors of the falls were felt all over the market and scrutiny is rising.
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It’s only January, and antitrust is back on the agenda in the United States. The Department of Justice has sued Google over allegations of illegally monopolising the digital ad business. What is making the Biden administration go after this Big Tech company?
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In our intro segment we talk about how AstroForge — an asteroid mining is trying to mine in deep space for platinum.
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For our first story, we are talking about surging wheat prices. The Economic Times reports that snack makers and small processors are finding it hard to source raw materials. The usual suppliers are running low on wheat supplies; small and medium sized atta chakkis are also running at half the capacity.
In other news, Bloomberg noted that Apple's new VR/AR headset is set to drop as soon as this year, and it's going to offer functions like no-controller controls, virtual movie screens, the ability to mirror your Mac screen, and even 1-on-1 VR FaceTime calls with full-body avatars. But will it really be a hit? T
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Amazon is stepping up in India by launching Amazon Air, a fleet of planes dedicated solely to air cargo. What does it mean for Amazon? Listening to know more!
For our second segment, we are talking about how India's internet usage isn't really growing the way it should ideally. And the reason? Smartphones have gotten expensive so people aren't buying enough of them.
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AI has been in the news cycle every other day. As reported by Financial Times, Rentokil, the world’s largest pest control group, which is based in the UK ,is developing a facial recognition software as its pilot project to exterminate rats at people’s homes.
In our second segment, we are talking about Adani and his big plans for his business. Bloomberg reports that the Group plans to spin off five businesses, including metals & mining, data centres, airports, roads and logistics and sell shares in them to the public.
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According to John Hudson, a reporter for The Washington Post, the US State Department is discontinuing Times New Roman font after almost 20 years. The new font to be used is Calibri. What's the story behind this? Listen in to know more!
And for our second segment, we are talking about leadership struggles. New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern nearly startled everybody by announcing that she wants to step down by 7 February. And why is she is stepping down? Well, burnout!
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For our first segment, we are talking about Netflix possibly reporting the lowest revenue growth since 2002. Plus, experts believe, Netflix might only add 4.5 million subscribers, users in Q4 of 2022. Apparently, it's the lowest number of additions since 2014. What went wrong? Listen in to find out!
For our second segment, we are taking a closer look at the Centre proposing some new rules to deal with the fake news menace in India. The new draft of amendments to the Information Technology Rules, 2021, anything that is deemed as "fake" by the Press Information Bureau's fact-checking arm, will have to be taken down from all social media platforms. Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more!
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According to The Verge, a group of artists recently filed a lawsuit against DeviantArt, the owner of an AI Art generator DreamUp, as well as Stability AI and Midjourney, the companies behind the AI art generators Stable Diffusion and Midjourney. Why? Copyright issues.
For the main segment, we are talking about China's declining population and slow GDP growth. Latest reports indicate that China's GDP grew by just 3% in 2022.
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So..Sony's Walkman is back! After over two decades, it is reportedly releasing the NW-A306 as a brand-new member of the Walkman family.
For our main segment, we are talking about Indian government urging Boeing and Airbus, the two largest aircraft manufacturers in the world, to develop assembly lines here.
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For our first segment, we are taking a closer look at who all are interested in buying Women's IPL teams. The first Women’s IPL is scheduled to be held between March 3rd to 26th in Maharashtra and as reported by Mint, the BCCI has started inviting bids to acquire the rights to own and operate WIPL teams.
And for our second segment, we are talking about Apple's obsession with owning the components used in its technologies. Apple reportedly wants to build its processors or modems that are used in an iPhone or an iPad on its own.
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Subway may not be dying after all. The largest fast food chain recently announced that it is considering selling itself in a deal which could be worth over $10 billion.
And for our first segment, we are talking about tech layoffs. The layoff season hasn't ended just yet. We're barely two weeks into 2023 and the economic downturn is forcing many companies to start the new year with massive job cuts.
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Telugu action film 'RRR' scripted history by winning the very first Golden Globe for an Indian movie. The film's snappy number, 'Naatu Naatu' composed by MM Keeravani, was awarded the best original song.
For our main segment, we are talking about how India's underdeveloped port infrastructure is costing the nation significant economic opportunities.
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The BCCI hasn’t had the best start to 2023. On one hand it’s haggling with Disney Star over the cost of the media rights for the South Africa series. On the other hand, it’s also struggling to keep its sponsors on board.
What’s troubling the cricketing body?
In our second segment, we also look into how US antitrust regulator FTC is probing the makers of popular sodas — Pepsi and Coke, over price discrimination in the soft drink market. What’s interesting is that the FTC is investigating these companies under a lesser-known law from 1936 that hasn’t been invoked in two decades.
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Joshimath, a small town in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand is sinking and with it the homes of many residing families who will now have to be evacuated. Experts have blamed the ongoing developmental projects for this disaster in the making. Will halting the construction work now help Joshimath?
In today’s deep dive, we are joined by Dr Anjal Prakash who is the author of IPCC reports. He is also the Research Director and Adjunct Associate Professor of Bharti Institute of Public Policy and the Indian School of Business.
In this episode, we also take a look at why Seattle public schools are suing big tech companies like TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Snapchat.
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Apple just listed some job openings on their website for India. In other news, the invincible icon of the business world, Jack Ma relinquished control of Ant Group as he finally embraced defeat before the Chinese Government. Tune into The Signal Daily to learn more!
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For our intro segment, we are yet again, discussing the rise of artificial intelligence. The latest product which will soon be backed by AI is an elevator.
And for the main segment, we are talking about how TikTok may have gotten US teens hooked to it but it can't seem to win the trust of US lawmakers. What does this mean for TikTok? Tune in to find out!
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There’s a quiet cab war brewing, except in cool EV cars. Ola is prepping its electric vehicle (EV) cab services, and the company will roll out the pilot in Bengaluru with 1,000 cabs or so. Its arch rival Uber has also been ramping up its EV efforts. But it’s going to be a bumpy ride. Tune in to know why.
For our intro segment, we look at the succession crisis that Japan’s small and medium businesses are going through owing to its ageing society.
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In today's episode we are talking about how virtual employees are rapidly taking over humans in the workforce. Especially in China. But why is there such a hype? Tune in to find out!
And, for our second segment, we are taking a look at Indian online gaming sector. In a recent announcement, Centre has proposed sos and don'ts of online gaming industry in the nation. Listen in to learn more!
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A happy new year to all our listeners! After a short break we're back with the first episode of The Signal Daily for 2023.
This new year brings good news for India's travel aggregators. A Morgan Stanely survey of 100 global corporate travel managers revealed that despite increased airfares and hotel prices, business travel expenses have already returned to their pre-pandemic stages.
But will it survive the pressures of inflation and new coronavirus variants?
In our second segment, we talk about the Supreme Court's demonetisation verdict and why this judgment was an important one to watch out for.
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Despite having its own set of limitations, such as giving false information, ChatGPT is making a lot of noise in the chatbot industry. It’s also being called a Google killer.
In other news, turns out all the rumours about Justin Bieber making a deal with Hipgnosis Songs Capital was true. He is is selling his music rights for around $200 million!
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A dozen of Amazon Ring Cameras in the US in 2020 got hacked and made fake emergency calls to the local police. And now two people have been charged with conspiracy to access computers without authorization. Tune in to this episode of The Signal Daily to find out the details!
For our intro segment we are talking about Domino's PIzza's new big bet. The 20-minute delivery promise! How will it achieve this? Find out on this episode!
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The UK government wants to regulate OTT platforms. According to reports, the new law gives Ofcom's jurisdiction the authority to fine these OTTs up to 250,000 pounds if the platforms don't comply with the new laws.
And for the main segment we are taking a closer look at the new pledge signed at COP15. Nearly 200 countries signed what is being touted as a 'historic agreement' to arrest biodiversity loss. The agreement itself maybe a historic milestone but none of it is legally binding. So who's going to be keeping a check? Tune in to learn more!
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According to the business information platform Crunchbase, currently, more than 80 drug companies are working on psychedelic compounds like Ketamine, MDMA, LSD and DMT. They are trying to tweak their structures.
In other news, we are talking about the World Cup 2022. A dramatic final, indeed. Although the match was between France and Argentina, this is really Qatar’s win. How? Tune in to The Signal Daily to find out!
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Indians have found a new way of getting visas, do you know what it is? Praying at a Visa temple. As per a Bloomberg report, several US and UK Visa seekers are seen flocking to Visa temples to pray that their visa interviews go smoothly.
For our main segment, we are talking about Byju's controversies. Few days back it was their mass layoffs that violated labour laws, then they were accused of an exploitative and abusive work environment that concerns profits over work ethics and now it’s caught in a controversy with the NCPCR or the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights.
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Looks like Elon Musk is not quite done selling his Tesla shares. According to a recent financial filing, he has sold around 22 million more shares of the company worth around $3.6 billion.
On the surface it almost looks like Musk is trying to bring down his own company or perhaps he has a plan?
For our main segment we dive into the pump-and-dump stock scheme that got eight ‘finfluencers’ charged with fraud conspiracy. How did they pull off the scam?
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US President Joe Biden signed a historic bill bringing same sex interracial marriages under federal protection. While we cheer for that, we can't ignore the surge of conservative policies on gender issues in America. Are lawmakers still largely falling behind in advocating equal rights for the LGBTQIA community?
In our main segment, we look at the developments in Microsoft's bid to acquire Activision Blizzard for $69 billion and the pushback against Big Tech.
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From the crypto king to the disgraced CEO of FTX — Sam Bankman Fried's life will surely become the plot of a Hollywood movie very soon. SBF was arrested in the Bahamas on 12 December, after prosecutors in the US filed criminal charges against him. FTX's downfall has obviously invited scrutiny into the world of crypto — both legal and otherwise.
We invited Roshni Nair, the Executive Editor of The Signal, to decode the big developments in the crypto sector.
For our intro segment, we talk about China’s u-turn from its strict zero-covid policy and how it is doing more harm than good.
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It looks like Apple is scaling back on its ambitious dreams. According to a Bloomberg report, the company is opting for a more practical design for both its automated self-driving car and AR glasses. The ‘Apple Car’ will have a steering wheel and pedals after all, while the AR glasses will now be mixed reality glasses. But why the pragmatic approach? In this episode, we are joined by our in-house expert on all things related to Apple — Rajneil Kamath, co-founder of The Signal.
In our intro segment we take a look at the issues that are on the agenda at the first G20 Finance and Central Bank Deputies meeting that has commenced from today in Bengaluru.
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The United Kingdom are struggling to cobble up enough funds. And looks like the UK is really banking on Indian enrolments for tuition fees.
In other news, the recession is now coming for influencers. Brands are growing more picky about the creators they collaborate with. It appears that the rise of artificial intelligence is also having an impact on the content creator economy. Tune in to know more!
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Dalal street must make way for a wine producer now. According to recent developments, Sula Vineyards, India's largest wine producer, is ready launch its IPO in the coming week. How did the brand carve out a space for itself in India’s alcohol market? Dive in to some fine wine, because it's 5 o'clock somewhere!
For our main segment we talk about the DC universe’s new roadmap. Neither Wonder Woman 3 nor Man of Steel 2 are making the cut. But what’s the vision for the DC renaissance? Tune in to The Signal Daily.
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With the winter chills and the year coming to an end, the Parliament commenced the Winter Session yesterday. This is going to be a short Parliamentary session with just 17 sittings spread over 23 busy and packed working days.
In all, 23 Bills are being tabled this session. What are the key bills that are going to be taken up and which ones are missing? To talk about it, we invited Mr Chaksu Roy, the head of outreach of PRS Legislative Research team to join us in this episode. Tune in!
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As per reports, the Swedish furniture company, IKEA is displaying and selling second hand and damaged pieces to promote sustainable living. Turns out fast furniture waste is as bad for the planet as fast fashion waste is.
In other news, OpenAI's ChatGPT, the chatbot powered by artificial intelligence has gained massive popularity. ChatGPT is conversational and has a wide range of knowledge on various subjects. It can write code, create social media posts, and even write TV show scripts. Tune in to understand the implications of rise in generative AI.
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We’ve long been aware that underneath the flourishing world of Kpop, there's a dark side. We've heard of the strict diet regimes, and the bizarre rules like no dating, no social media and no phones. But sometimes the price of fame and glamour is heftier than that.
In other news, governments want big tech companies to pay up for content. Canada wants these companies to pay C$1 billion ($750 million) annually to its "artistic community." The country has even introduced a bill in the lower house. Tune in to find out the details!
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Sometimes a pair of sneakers can cost a lot like the Air Jordan 12 OVO (Drake Edition) which is currently priced at 100,000 USD. It is an unbelievable price to buy sneakers but that’s not deterring the sneaker-loving community which has been growing all over across the world and in India.
The layoff wave continues. Following a tough Q3 earnings season, media companies continue to report significant losses. And, there isn't much indication that the upcoming quarter will be any different. Tune in to know more!
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The economic slowdown is bleeding out the companies and employees are facing the brunt of it. We are already aware of the huge layoffs in major tech companies like Twitter and Meta but now the major international law firms based in the US, are following the same footsteps.
In other news, Kerala's Vizhinjam Port — touted as the only transshipment hub in the Indian subcontinent, is in troubled waters. It is being built under a Public Private Partnership with the Adani Group who undertook the project in 2015.
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Alexa is not doing so well. Amazon embarked on the dreaded layoff season a couple of weeks back. It's something that most of the other big tech companies have gone through, and it's the Alexa division that has taken one of the worst hits.
In other news, Indian art lovers have found a new guru. Folks at Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad or IIMA launched a new index, which is essentially an art index. What it does is that it helps in monitoring how various artists' showpieces perform at auctions and uses that information to map pricing trends in the Indian art market.
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Elon Musk seems to have started another fire before dousing the previous ones! This time he's picked up a fight with Apple. Or, to put it in his own words, he's "ready to go to war" with the iPhone maker, after he accused the company of cutting down its advertising with Twitter sans any explanation.
In other news, after an initial blockchain-powered effort yielded conflicting results, India's Telecom Regulatory Authority or TRAI is now planning a new crackdown on spam messages with the help of artificial intelligence. Tune in to know more!
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Healthtech appears to be in the fast lane. Speaking of which, the team that was behind Apple’s Face ID feature is working on a very interesting project that they hope will help to treat tricky diseases.
In other news, the protests in China against the country's zero-covid policy are showing no signs of quelling!
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The Department of Consumer Affairs has published guidelines designed to stop people from giving fake ratings and misleading reviews on products they've bought on e-commerce marketplaces. How will it work?
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Bisleri is expected to be acquired by Tata Consumer in a deal worth Rs 6000–7000 crore. Why? As per Ramesh Chauhan, the owner of the packaged water company said, his only daughter Jayanti Chauhan has no interest in taking over the family company. Which simply means, he has no successor to carry on the legacy.
In other news, in the latest fiasco surrounding Taylor Swift fans and Ticketmaster, the latest development reveals that a US Senate antitrust panel will now hold a hearing on the lack of competition in America's ticketing industry. Tune in to understand the complexity of this controversy!
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India's richest men Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani are gearing for a face off. This time they are set to compete over the distressed thermal power plant — Lanco's Amarkantak Power.
In other news, Manchester United is in trouble. For starters, Ronaldo has left the club with immediate effect, and the after close to two decades of American involvement at Old Trafford, the Red Devils have been offered for sale by their owners, the Glazer family.
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The Indian government wants to produce and use “cleaner” jet fuel, meaning sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) instead of conventional fuel that emits heavy smog and pollution.
In other news, a mother of all mergers in the world of publishing was almost about to happen until it didn't. We are talking about Penguin Random House or PRH wanting to buy its rival Simon & Schuster as a part of its plans to expand its publishing business globally. Tune in to know more.
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FIFA World Cup 2022 kicked off with a grand opening ceremony, with BTS member Jung Kook performing this year’s World Cup song alongside Qatari singer Fahad Al Quabaisi. But the opening game didn’t go as planned for the host nation.
In other news, Walt Disney Co. ousted its CEO Bob Chapek a few months before his term was set to expire formally. And who do they bring back for the top post but their former boss, Bob Iger.
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The Centre finally released the revised draft of the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2020, three days back, on 18 November. If you remember, an earlier version of this bill was rolled back after it faced some stiff criticism from the public and big tech companies.
In other news, in a historic victory for developing and low and middle income nations, the COP27 delegates approved the creation of a “loss and damage” fund. Tune in to find out the details!
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So, as per a Vice article, many public libraries in the United States and Canada have decided to build their own music streaming services in an effort to support local musicians and regional music scenes.
In other news, we have some new updates from the FTX fiasco. Tune in to know more!
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Amid the ongoing Twitter drama, Koo is reportedly building tools and technology to modify the platform to capitalise on a global audience and is even planning to build an outreach aimed at signing up world leaders and their followers.
In other news, Meta India is scurrying around like a headless chicken. Why? Because some of Meta India's top executives have been resigning from their positions. To understand this story better, Venkat Ananth, co-founder of The Signal joined us today on the episode. So tune in and know more!
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Twitter in in trouble, but Elon Musk seems to be inviting more trouble to the social media platform with his tectonic shifts. Multiple u-turns, and hasty decisions have had advertisers backing out of Twitter, and much more.
In other news, planet earth now has 8 billion people. And just eight countries are projected to be responsible for more than half the world’s population increase by 2050. One of them is India which is set to overtake China as the most populous nation. Tune in to know further details!
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As reported by The Register, football fans and others visiting Qatar have been mandated to download two apps namely Ehteraz and Hayya But these two apps came under heavy scrutiny for their invasive nature.
As per The Economic Times, the group has initiated the consolidation of its airline entities under the banner of Air India — and that includes AirAsia India, Air India Express and also Vistara.
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According to a Gizmodo report, even when a user disables tracking, Apple allegedly continues to collect specific information about you through its own apps, which appears to be a stark contradiction to Apple's own campaign of how the privacy protection functions.
In other news, the notoriety of cyber criminals is growing everyday and in the last two months Australia faced two back-to-back attacks. The first one was at the Australian telecommunications company — Optus which exposed data of about 10 million customers or about 40% of the country’s population. Tune in for more details!
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The outcome of the One-Time-Spectrum-Fee or the OTSF case, which will be get its verdict today, will decide if debt-ridden Vodafone will be in more trouble or get a breather.
In other news, SBF is still in deep trouble. Why? Because Binance pulled off an Elon Muskesque u-turn on FTX and decided to not go ahead with the bailout after all. Tune in to find out the details. And here is the link to yesterday's episode, where we have detailed out the FTX crisis.
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In a letter to his workforce on Wednesday, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that Meta would be letting go 13% of its employees, or more than 11,000 workers.
In other news, SBF’s crypto glass house comes crashing. SBF's fortunes got wiped out overnight. His estimated wealth went down by 94% and he's off the list of Bloomberg billionaires now.
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Expect rivalries in the logistics business to heat up because Amazon has entered the arena with a new plan. The company is looking to open up its delivery services for non-Amazon e-commerce orders in India.
In other news, Google now wants you to keep scrolling from the comfort of your living room. YouTube, the Google-owned video platform, is bringing its YouTube Shorts to television screens.
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What is Elon Musk doing with Twitter? From firing top executives & staff to charging $8 for the blue tick, Musk has been ringing in the changes — within the organisation.
In other news, the tech industry as a whole is facing headwinds, thanks to the economic downturn. According to Layoffs.fyi, an open source database documenting tech layoffs, over 8000 people have been fired just this month across 22 companies.
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More than 30,000 delegates have gathered at Egypt to attend the COP27 climate summit. One of the main topics of discussion this year is going to be reparations or "loss and damage" payments. Last year’s COP26 was fierce and but many countries are already defaulting on their pledges. Can we hope for rapid action? Tune in to The Signal Daily!
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It appears that despite inflation, Tinder recorded growth in paid subscribers. According to the BBC, Tinder's paid subscriptions grew by 7% from July to September.
In other news, after automobiles, it looks like India's defence sector is going through a big transition. It's not only aiming for self-reliance but also pushing to become a global hub for weapon production.
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Reports suggest that the percentage of plastic packaging that is recyclable, reusable, or compostable increased for the third consecutive year, rising from 63.2% in 2019 to 65.4% in 2021.
In other news, the environment ministry has green lighted commercialisation of the indigenously developed GM mustard that might eventually reduce the country's import bills for edible oils.
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Most countries have adapted to living with Coronavirus and have relaxed pandemic-era regulations, Even those that had the strictest of restrictions have eased them. Not China though.
In other news, India is taking another step towards digitising finance with — the Digital Rupee. Yes, the Reserve Bank of India has rolled out the country's first Central Bank Digital Currency or CBDC with a pilot project for the wholesale segment from 1 November. This will give restricted access to only financial institutions.
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According to a recent opinion piece in the Business Standard, the middle class in India has significantly declined over the last two years. The escalating cost of living is putting an additional strain on it. In other news, President Vladimir Putin withdrew his approval and put an end to the UN-sponsored Black Sea agreement. But h ow will this action affect developing nations? Tun in to find out more!
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Fireworks appear to be going out of fashion and for good reasons. But the penchant for fireworks hasn’t fully extinguished yet.
In other news, a new era for Twitter has begun as Elon Musk takes over the micro-blogging site. This $44 billion deal hasn’t been anything short of a rollercoaster ride with Musk taking double U-turns on the purchase, Twitter suing Musk for backtracking on his promise and Peiter Zatko’s whistleblowing about the company.
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In this episode of The Signal Daily, we are brining back one of our timeless stories for intro and for the deep dive we are discussing Meta's woes.
Replug: It seems, weird food combination is the new cool. Any takes for cola maggi, or oreo toppings in pizza or strawberry ice cream with fries?
In other news, Meta seems to have unexpectedly opened a Pandora's box of misfortunes as the company’s financial woes continue to grow and haunt it even as the year is coming to an end.
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In this episode of The Signal Daily, we bring back two timeless stories. It appears that job seekers in India are prepared to turn down an offer if the employer follows a six-day work week instead of a five-day one. Additionally, we also discuss why most Indian brand logos end up using the same font, i.e., sans-serif. Also, we decode the similarities among all of them.
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According to a Bloomberg report, Messi has now established a holding firm to invest in sports, media, and technology. In other news, Netflix, which has innovated online streaming, is now seriously mulling venturing into cloud gaming. What does this mean for Netflix? Tune in to know more!
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Reliance Retail has now entered into a distribution partnership with over 50 traditional and regional sweets makers from across India to mass produce, modernise packaging and develop traditional Indian sweets with extended shelf life.
In other news, a report in the Wall Street Journal has pointed out that thousands of small factories and workshops that supply big brands such as Gucci and H&M, are finding it hard to keep up. Their orders are dropping and their energy bills are soaring.
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Even as half the world can't seem to be able make sense of it, non-fungible tokens came in like a whirlwind. Who could have thought that digital images previously deemed worthless would become expensive collectible artworks?
In other news, the Meta vs Apple rivalry just got heated up. In a direct attack against Apple, Mark Zuckerberg stated on Monday that WhatsApp is "far more private and secure" than iMessage. This was followed up with a post on Instagram that included a screenshot of a WhatsApp advertisement.
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In this episode we discuss in detail the stories of two old parties — one in the UK, and another one in India are going through a big leadership challenge. While in the UK it looks like Liz Truss down in history as the British PM with the shortest tenure. In India, the Congress Party, which was formed 137 years ago is trying to battle an existential crisis.
In other news, we also understand with masks slowly coming off and covid-19 slowly fading, top vaccine makers like Pfizer, Moderna, BioNtech or J&J — they are all headed for a slump in their revenues. Tune in to know more!
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Meta is making headlines, yet again. Reportedly, it's been struggling to draw people to its VR platform, the Horizon World. Initially, Horizon World had 500,000 monthly active users, but more recently, that goal was reduced to 280,000 users. That is due to the fact that nobody seems to be considering Horizon World. In other news, South Korean boy band BTS recently got back together to hold what could be one of their final concerts in the coming years. But why is this a big deal? Tune in to find out the details!
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Inflation is now coming for your candies too. Additionally, it appears that OTT, digital payments, and shifting consumer behaviour are contributing factors to the problem. According to industry experts, given the current inflationary conditions, it is challenging to maintain profits at the Rs 1 price point. In other news, 125 fraud cases by cryptocurrency hackers are expected to total a record $3 billion in loot this year.
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The Communist Party of China is getting ready to hold its once every five years Congress starting October 16. China's political elites gather at events like this to discuss the party constitution, the agenda for the upcoming years, or leadership changes. However, there are several reasons why this Party Congress will go down in history as a significant one for Beijing politics. Tune in to know more! And in other news, Indian EV makers are under government’s scrutiny.
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Amid a continuous downpour in the capital, Delhi recently broke a record by receiving 74mm of rainfall in just 24-hours. This is the 2nd highest amount of rainfall received in October since 2007. Unseasonal rains are wrecking havoc across the nation.
In other news, at the end of last month, the European Commission proposed the Artificial Intelligence Liability Directive which makes the AI provider or the manufacturer who integrates an AI system into another product, liable to pay compensation for any damage caused to any of the victims. Tune in to find out the details!
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The ongoing anti-government protests in Iran, which spread like wildfire following Mahsa Amini's death, is in its fourth week now. In this episode we give you an overview on the recent developments.
In other news, we talk about how Indian-made cough syrups are the cause of death of 66 children in The Gambia. Tune in, as we dive deep into this scandal.
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Why are designer handbags hot again? It appears that many now look at it as an investment tool and not just a luxury or a fashion statement.
In other news, we take a look at the never ending saga of Elon Musk and the Twitter deal. The $44 million deal is back on track. But does the richest man in the world have enough money? Tune in to find out the details!
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In this episode of The Signal Daily, we bring back two timeless stories.
Young adults are feeling lonely and we have Facebook to thank. Listen in to understand how Facebook apps are making us feel lonely.
In other news, we talk about vegan leather- a probable bandwagon in near future. But, the question remains, is it really environmental friendly? Tune in to know more!
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You’ve heard of 'quiet quitting' but now its antithesis — 'silent sacking' is taking workplaces by storm. Big tech companies like Meta and Google are both active players in this.
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Elon Musk has been vying to lead the way in fields such as self-driving cars, space technology, and looks like now he wants to dominate the robotic revolution. During the company's AI Day presentation, Musk revealed the new AI-driven humanoid robot Optimus project. And in other news, we examine how India's EV market is growing rapidly. Last Friday, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the EQS 580, a Rs 1.55 crore electric vehicle that is the company's first to be made in India. Tune in to know more!
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Why are football managers complaining about cramped schedules? Because, as per a recent study, injuries in Europe's top 5 leagues increased by 20% last season and cost the clubs more than £500 million. And for the deep dive, we discuss Google's strategy for luring Gen Z with endless scrolling. On September 28, Google unveiled a slew of new features in an effort to reinvent itself, ranging from visual searches to interactive maps.
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In India, household savings have significantly declined. Since people mostly worked from home, there weren't many occasions to make any kind of purchases or eat out. However, things changed, and online shopping experienced a boom. For the deep dive, we look into the case of mysterious Nord Stream Gas leaks. Since it is unclear what caused the leak, this event has alarmed European leaders. There are rumours that there were two "probable underwater explosions," which has complicated the plot further. Can this be a possible sabotage? Tune in to find out the details!
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The Indian government wants phone manufacturers in the country to enable NavIC, which stands for Navigation with Indian Constellation. But why? Tune in to find out!
In other news, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) is about to pick a new head this week. And this high-stakes election may just decide the future of the internet. Listen to know more on this!
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Apple is assembling the latest iPhone 14 series in India. The company has also recently rolled out its IOS 16 update, but one key feature that was supposed to arrive with this update is missing. It's the 'buy now, pay later' feature. What's the hold up?
In other news, we are talking about the Trump case. New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing Donald Trump for alleged fraud and misrepresentation of business activities. Tune in to know the details of this case!
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NASA is working to protect planet earth from an asteroid that it’s hurtling towards us. What is NASA doing? It is sending a programmed robotic spacecraft to collide with an asteroid this evening.
In other news, while in the background Russia-Ukraine war escalated in the past week, elsewhere in east Asia, a discomfiting situation has been brewing. Although China recently urged Russia to end the war, it had some strong words for Taiwan which it considers to be a part of its territory.
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A cheating scandal is brewing in the chess community. The controversy involves speculations around cheating with the help of sex toys, which has also captured the interest of many.
In other news, we discuss Moonlighting. And tech bosses don't seem too happy about this phenomena.
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At its "Made on YouTube" event, YouTube introduced a revenue-sharing model for Shorts. Essentially, the model will allow advertising on Shorts while giving video creators 45% of the revenue.
In other news, public movie screenings have returned to Kashmir, after three long decades.
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Seven women are suing Tesla for sexual harassment. The lawsuits depict an unsafe working environment for women where slurs, groping, and threats were frequent, and where the human resources division frequently ignored employees' complaints.
In other news, Adani Group is now the new owner of Ambuja Cements and ACC. The Group is now the second largest cement maker behind Aditya Birla Group's UltraTech cement. But having tasted success in solar power, ports and airport operations, Adani is eyeing the top spot in the cement industry.
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In about 10 days, the RBI's new mandate on tokenization of debit and credit cards is set to kick in nationwide and this might actually make your online spending more safe than what it is now.
In other news, we understand, Soyuz MS-22 crew ship is scheduled to launch from Kazakhstan on September 21 and will carry NASA astronaut Frank Rubio, Russian cosmonauts Sergey Prokopyev, and Dmitri Petelin to the International Space Station.
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After Covid-19 pandemic put a 2-year-long pause on the world’s largest beer festival, the 187th edition of Oktoberfest commenced once again from 17 September and will go on until October 3.
In other news, we are talking about climate change again. A recent report from Times of India said that Sarus cranes are now displaying some extremely rare behaviour that is likely to be brought about by climate change and habitat loss. In today's episode, we are also joined by KS Gopi Sundar, a scientist who sheds light on why such changes in behavioural patterns are occurring.
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After missing four deadlines, the EdTech company, Byju's finally released its audited financial statements on 14 September and the report card is not looking good. In other news, the "champagne of teas" is struggling. We mean, the Darjeeling tea industry is suffering with financial losses, Nepali competition, and seems to have lost its international customers. You definitely don't want to miss this episode, dive right in for the scoop on both the stories!
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India's first chip factory is coming up in Gujarat. If you remember, in one of our previous episodes, we had talked about the global chip race that comes amid an ongoing chip shortage. Plus, lately there's been a state-backed aatmanirbhar push into chip-making with the Modi government saying that in the current geopolitical scenario, trusted sources of semiconductors are key to the security of critical information infrastructure. In other news, we talk about how Qatar doesn't seem to be entirely ready to host the World Cup. What's the scoop? Tune in to know more!You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android, iOS or any other podcast app.
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The infamous online community known as Kiwi Farms, which encouraged harassment, has finally disappeared. This internet group grew as a result of an online cult that targeted anyone they perceived as their enemy and was inflamed with hatred, intolerance, and prejudice. In other developments, eight African cheetahs are coming to India from Namibia, by the end of this week, as a part of the Centre's plan to reintroduce the animal in the country, 75 years after it went extinct and in the 75th year of India's independence. But that's not it, we have in-house writer, Roshni Nair joining us in todays episode, who shared some interesting facts about the inception of this project.
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With its new emergency-text feature on its latest iPhone 14 series, Apple has become the frontrunner in the emerging market for low-cost satellite phones. So, it's safe to say the race to dominate the satellite smartphone market has begun! In other news, cryptocurrency can again be the talk of the town because of the hype about the Ethereum merge. With a new upgrade, Ethereum will switch to a radically different method of processing transactions. And this in turn, will also make it more environment friendly. Tune in to find out the details about the merge.
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Telegrams aren't extinct in Japan. And Japan is considered to be the third largest telegram market after Russia and Italy. In other news, we talk about YouTube's new ambitions. So YouTube wants to enter the edtech market with its new platform called, Player for Education. Apart from Player For Education, YouTube is also launching Courses next year, which will allow qualified creators to offer free or paid educational courses for viewers and interactive Quizzes. Tune in to understand, why YouTube wants to crack the edtech market?
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20 out of the 26 Bollywood releases till September have been flops or unprofitable. That's 77 per cent of the total releases. But there is hope, with Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt starrer - Brahmastra releasing today. We are also joined by Mayank Shekhar, a Film Critic, who tells us what is working for Brahmastra, why are people ready to give a chance to this film. And in other news, we talk about the government soon releasing a rulebook for Indian social media influencers. Tune in to know the details!
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Dutch city, Haarlem has now enforced a ban on meat advertisements in what is reportedly the first such action by a city in the world. In other news, we understand that Amazon is looking to scale up its food delivery service in India. Initially, Amazon Food was launched in May 2020 giving the Prime members free delivery. Tune in now to know more!
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The verdict is out and the United Kingdom has a new Prime Minister. Liz Truss is the country's third female prime minister, following Theresa May and Margaret Thatcher. But Truss will not have time to celebrate her victory, as the winter is coming her way. In other news, we discuss the growing number of road accidents in India. According to NCRB, over 155,000 people died in road accidents in 2021. And the most common causes of accidents are believed to be speeding, overtaking, and careless driving. Tune in to know more on both stories!
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Our favourite go-to gifting shop, Archies, is reportedly shifting its focus online with the help of its e-commerce website, archiesonline.com. The website will sell items like flowers, cakes, and personalised gifts. In other news, Bengaluru is living a nightmare. Heavy overnight rains turned Bengaluru's streets into rivers, causing severe water logging, gridlock, and power outages that have put the city's regular operations on hold.
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Amazon's "The Rings of Power" broke the OTT platform’s record. The first episode attracted 25 million viewers worldwide and it is also the most most expensive Television series of all time. In other news, we understand, the Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at offices of several e-wallet firms in Bengaluru, on 3 September over alleged irregularities in instant loans apps that were allegedly "controlled" by Chinese persons.
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20% of Snapchat's global workforce will be laid off as the company battles the worst revenue growth in its history. Why is that? The global economic downturn. In 2022, the whole tech industry appears to be having a hard time. In other news, Reliance is resurrecting Campa Cola, a popular soft drink in India from the 80s. Tune in to find out how this move of Reliance's will hurt key players in the beverage market.
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A report by the National Crime Records Bureau suggests the total number of crimes that took place in the country decreased in 2021 compared to 2020. However, the same report reveals that crime against women in Delhi increased 40% in 2021 when compared to previous year.
We also talk about Hardik Pandya's comeback in other news. His resurgence has managed to attract many brand deals. Tune in to know more on this!
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Sadly, the smog season is here. It's time of the year in Delhi when the capital starts to choke with extremely deadly levels of pollution. In light of increased pollution, reportedly, Delhi govt is now promoting a motorcycle helmet that claims to remove 80% of pollutants. In other news, Ambani made some big announcements during the AGM 2022. Listen in to find out the key takeaways.
Netflix is venturing into the world of gaming and seeking to develop features that would allow members to play games among themselves. In other news, on 28 August Sunday, about 3700 kilos of explosives brought down the famous Noida Supertech Twin Towers. But why? Tune in to find out the details!
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India's dairy industry appears to be having problems. The cause? Climate change. According to a NYT report, India's milk production fell by 11% this year. Now that's a matter of concern. For the deep dive we understand that YouTube, which has previously been criticised for not being an activist despite being a major source of misinformation, is planning to run advertisements that educate viewers on how to spot disinformation. Tune in to know more!
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It appears that South Koreans are banking on Elon Musk's EV company, Tesla to provide them with better financial stability. Salaried workers from South Korea have a cumulative holdings of $15 billion with Tesla stock. In other news, Twitter is in the headlines for some major allegations. Tune in to find out the details!
In this episode, we take a look at why the Indian Startup Ecosystem is failing lately. Total capital invested in Indian startups have decreased from $12 billion in the first quarter of 2022 to $7.86 billion in the second quarter. For the deep dive, we understand that Dolo650, or the covid favourite "magic pill," is making headlines once again. Reportedly, MicroLabs, the maker of Dolo, has been accused of bribery. But that's not all, there are other allegations too. Tune in to find out more on this!
Singapore is finally going to scrap a controversial colonial-era law that bans gay sex between consenting adults. But while it’s a win for the community, in reality it's only a half-victory because the government said that it would also amend the Constitution to protect the definition of marriage as one only between men and women. In other news, we talk about Zomato Pro going off the menu. Tune in to know the details for both the stories!
A recently issued tender floated by the IRCTC seems to indicate its intention to monetise traveller and freight passenger data. While digital rights advocates are alarmed at this news, officials from the online ticketing agency claim that these reports are false. What’s the real deal? Tune in!
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) seems to be in a royal mess! As you are aware, recently, FIFA banned the apex body of Indian football. This is going to have significant implications.
For today’s deep dive, we look at the circumstances that led to FIFA’s ban on AIFF and what it means for the sport. Tune in for more!
In this episode, we take a look at how Scotland became the first country to provide free mensural items to all citizens. Which implies that it is now a legal entitlement for people in Scotland to get free period products when they are in need. And for the deep dive, we understand that China, which had imposed a controversial one-child policy for 35 long years, is now desperately trying to lift its birth rate. Perhaps, this is a cautionary tale for India where the demand for a two-child policy keeps propping up off and on. Tune in to know more!
It appears that job seekers in India are prepared to turn down an offer if the employer follows a six-day work week instead of a five-day one. Additionally in this episode, we talk about India's new headache Yuan Wang, a Chinese ship. Tune in as we speak to N Sathiya Moorthy, Head of ORF’s Chennai Initiative, for today's deep dive.
It looks that YouTube is winning over TikTok's fan base. According to a Pew survey, a staggering 95% of US teens reported using YouTube. Hence, the question is: Will TikTok recover soon? In other news, we talk about the importance of Chips. It is the new oil, and given the continuous chip scrcity brought on by the Covid-19 crisis, the competition for chips between China and the US has inevitably gained significant geopolitical significance. Tune in to find out more on this
It's Walmart vs Amazon. Once again. So, according to recent developments, the retail giant is going to enter the video streaming market in the hopes of gaining the support of Paramount, Disney, and Comcast. In other news, we look at how data brought down Bihar's NDA government. We are also joined by Dinesh Narayanan, Editor of The Signal, who helps us understand why data is important in this case. To know more, tune in to The Signal Daily!
The latest fruity beverages from Starbucks are not appealing to the American customers. It appears that the strawberry açai refresher contains no açai. And hence, a Queens resident sued Starbucks for false advertising. In other news, we try to answer the question, "Who Owns WazirX?"
We are also joined by Naimish Sanghvi, CEO of CoinCrunch, who helps us understand the ongoing issue between WazirX and Binance.
RRR is roaring loud in America as the audience is hooked on the action feature for ten weeks in the theatres after its relaunch. In other news, ISRO’s ambitious Small Satellite Launch Vehicle mission didn’t go as planned. With the high demands of small satellites and the importance of SSLV for a much feasible launch of multiple small satellites, SSLV mission’s importance is far-fetched. Tune in to know more about the latest rocket launch.
Looks like more and more women are ditching heels over sneakers at workplaces. And white collar jobs have to make way when women ask for it. For the deep dive, in the light of immediate need to protect data leaks, we discuss the withdrawal of the Data Protection Bill that was in the making for four years.
One thing that definitely came out of the UEFA Women’s European Championship, apart from England’s supremacy, was that the final match saw the highest number of viewers ever. Brands were quick to grab their chances. In other news, India is ready for a 5G roll up after witnessing the highest biddings in telecom spectrum ever. Tune in for more on the biggest key players and their takeaways.
Nothing was more distressing than missing out on our favourite lemonade this summer due to soaring lemon prices. Many other commodities were affected too due to the inflation. In other news, Delhi is witnessing a mayhem over alcohol shortage. Tune in to know all about the state excise licences that caused the problem.
India kicks off the Commonwealth Games with a bang. The first day brought good news for Indians in Birmingham, with teen prodigy Jeremy Lalrinnunga bringing honour to the country. And t oday's deep dive discusses why, despite the growth of OTT services, TV continues to rule the roost in India.
In today’s episode, JPMorgan, the major Wall Street bank, is planning to become a travel agency. And for the deep dive, we discuss the new global health emergency- Monkeypox. Tune in for everything you need to know about the zoonotic disease that is rampant in the African continent and is worrying the West.
Coca Cola’s lime beverage is all set to attract health-conscious customers. The latest addition, called Limca Sportz, brands itself as a low sugar variant energy drink with Neeraj Chopra as the ambassador. For the deep dive, Chess is all trendy in the country again nearly after a decade. The Chess Olympiad has found its new venue in India due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Tune in for more on the growing craze for chess in recent times.
The US is the world’s largest startup hub, and guess what? Indians make up the majority of its union founders. A study finds that 66 Indians founded billion dollar companies there. The other news is a treat for music lovers. Lollapalooza, the famous international music fest, is entering Asia next year, having chosen Mumbai for its debut.
It is raining troubles for IPL as potential sponsors withdraw. Paytm stepped out as title sponsor and Mastercard is taking over. IPL sponsors Unacademy & Upstox also backed out. In other news, transformation of major social media platforms into short videos & profit- making spaces is shadowing the “social” part of it.
Indian online insurance company Policybazaar revealed that "illegal and unauthorised access" attempts were made to its IT systems. In other news, several new players have come forward to fill the gap in the shared mobility space that is dominated by Ola and Uber, including BluSmart with its electric cabs and crypto-based mobility startup Driife with its ‘no-surge pricing’ model.
In the States, JP Morgan and Slack have come up with initiatives to provide employment opportunities to the prisoners after their term ends. In other news, Football club FC Barcelona is broke and in a billion dollar debt. Still, it buys marquee players, like Robert Lewandowski. Tune in to know how the club manages to rope in finances.
In today’s episode, we discuss why most Indian brand logos end up using the same font, i.e., sans-serif. Also, we decode the similarities among all of them. In other news, we try to understand the business of buying and selling music rights.
TechCrunch’s stats reveal that 40% of youths prefer searching on TikTo/Instagram. Social media platforms witnessed a massive surge in popularity through video content creation and multi-purpose features like shopping, maps, etc. In other news, Indian Premier League owners have long been seeking global franchises. This time, as many as six teams of the upcoming South African T20 league were bought by IPL owners.
The UAE based Lulu inaugurated its new mall in Lucknow. And soon enough, it found itself in a series of religious strife in Uttar Pradesh’s capital. And for the deep dive, we cover Netflix’s efforts to get on the top of its streaming game. Among other developments, it is planning to create a series of a cinematic universe and characters to which the audience can fangirl over, a viewership strategy that its competitor Disney adopted long back.
WWE is undoubtedly popular, but recent scandals are making things hard for it to fetch attention from broadcasters as well as viewers. And for the deep dive today, we take you through the race to lead and control finances for charity within Elon Musk’s inner circle.
After a long sought-after consideration, Vladimir Putin has finally passed laws to ban digital currencies for payments in the country. In other news, Amazon has decided to reduce sales of its own products as its sales growth decreased. We also go into detail on the backlash it received as a result of preferential treatment of its own items and copying designs from other sellers.
For today’s episode, we discuss Microsoft’s new clothing line- the Hardware apparel range in collaboration with Gavin Mathieu. In other news, with due credits to the tech content creator #DearNothing was trending in India. The tech Youtuber from Telangana was unhappy on not receiving a review unit. Tune in to find out the details of the story!
The Indian financing arm of Mercedes, Daimler Financial Services, has been fined by RBI for reportedly covering a scam. And in other news, Netflix is modifying its platform to accommodate advertisements in order to hike revenues. Netflix’s struggles seem to reduce, but we can’t be so sure. Tune in to know!
Restaurants are prohibited to levy service charges, but the new rule has upset the employees who were already bearing the brunt of the pandemic. And for the deep dive today, we bring you everything sports. You must have heard about the viral counterfeit IPL organised in Gujarat. Also, there’s more on ICC, F1 and UEFA. Tune in!
In today’s episode, Starbucks decides to add that desi tadka across its Indian stores. Byju’s financial lacunae are no mystery. We discuss despite its investment loopholes, delayed audits and payments; it still manages to stay afloat in the business.
In today's Episode, Farheen Khan highlights Elon Musk's Twitter deal not coming through. Musk is backing out from the $44bn agreement. And for deep dive, we talk about Sri Lanka's economic and politic crisis. To understand this better we have Dimuthu Attanyake joining us explain us the on-ground situation better.
Dimuthu Attanayake is an independent journalist and a researcher from Sri Lanka, covering business, tech, social issues, and environment. She was one of the 12 international journalists shortlisted for the Thomson Foundation's Young Journalist Award in 2018.
Aiwa, the company which was known for its car audio systems has found another way to make a comeback to Indian markets. And this time it's through appliances, TV especially. For the deep dive today, Amazon’s endeavours to make space in the food delivery industry might finally pay off. How? Answer lies in Grubhub. Tune in to know more!
In today's episode, we highlight IKEA's efforts to win the Indian furniture market. Its brand new store in Bengaluru managed to gather over a lakh people in the first three days. Will the trend continue? Only time will tell. In other developments, Tesla has a new competitor. BYD, the Chinese company, which has dethroned Tesla from being the largest EV maker in the world. Tune in to find out the details!
The matchmaking industry is making a comeback. The people interested in looking for a match are getting wary of online swiping. In this episode, we look at the new alternatives. In other news, Apple’s Series 8 smartwatch is almost here, and its health indicators are to watch out for. Tune in to learn more!
For today’s episode, we discuss Israeli startup Notch’s plans to provide Instagram account insurance to creators. In other news, Microsoft’s cloud computing platform Azure is having a difficult time as its data centres face capacity and resource shortages globally.
Coffee and sandwich franchise is all set to launch across Indian cities with Reliance as its booster. Indian giant’s long-term tie up with the British franchise is something to look out for in the food and beverage retail space. The other news is a catcall for 'buy now pay later’ startup Klarna. The highly popular service is witnessing a big down round.
In today’s episode, after a long tussle, Formula One media rights were retained by ESPN at a mighty price. What does it mean for the business of sports? In other news, Wikipedia, as we know it, has always been a free online information source. Well, not anymore, especially for tech giants. Its commercial venture Wikimedia Enterprise has found its first customer in Google.
Adults are loving toys and the toy industry is here to serve. Studies say that more and more adults are contributing to the growth of the industry. In other news, we understand that the majority of Indians rely on social media for factual information. Tune in to learn more on this!
In today’s episode, we discuss the go-to snack Samosa’s take over the food industry. Given this scenario, it’s a golden opportunity for the startup Samosa Party to go up the QSR ladder. In other news, EVs are the future. But given the sophisticated models of super cars, the legendary companies are facing trouble readjusting their luxurious models for battery power run.
So, in today's episode, we understand that the Ukraine-Russia war has also affected labourers in Surat, Gujarat. Because of the on going conflict, many workers who cut and polish rough diamonds have been out of job for over 100 days now.
In other news, looks like Amazon's Prime Day is losing its charm. People have apparently stopped spending as much they used to. What's the deal behind this? Tune in to find out the details!
Ola Dash is out of service and Ola has decided to prioritise Ola cars- and more specifically, Ola Electric. In other news, we discuss the implications of the fall of Roe v Wade in the States which took away the constitutional abortive rights of women. And it is worrisome. Tune in to learn more on this!
Electric vehicles in India are on fire. This time it's Tata Nexon that has burst into flames. But what's the reason? Tune in to find out. In other news, we highlight Twitter introducing Twitter Notes where users can publish long-form tweets which can go out to 2500 words. Quite unlike Twitter's real nature, isn't it? We talk about this and more, listen in to find the details!
Qatar Airways and manufacturing giant Airbus are at loggerheads as the former complains of defective paints on its jets In other news, we discuss the impact of climate change on popular sports- and most of all- on cricket!
Poparazzi has managed to emerge as a fast-growing anti-Instagram social media app. Youngsters are all in for something that actually connects rather than making them feel lost amidst massive content consumption. In other news, we discuss why Realme is the real deal in the Indian smartphone market.
In today's episode, Farheen Khan talks about the new developments happening with Zilingo. As per media reports, the co-founders have offered a surprise buyout. In addition, we also look at what is happening with Indian aviation industry. Tune in to understand the fierce competition between Indian airlines.
And we are back from the weekend! It looks like you might find it difficult to sip on your favourite tetra pack drinks next month. Why? Because of plastic straw ban. In other developments, we talk about yet another data leak. This time, it’s by TikTok targeting its US users. Tune in to learn more on this!
In today's episode, our host Manaswini discusses how Pakistanis are being advised to cut back on their tea intake. Why? According to reports, it is the government's attempt to "curb" inflation. And, for the deep dive, we discuss the global increase in book sales. And it appears that Gen Zers enjoy reading as well.
While we're talking about books and global shifts, we've got a podcast recommendation for you: The Paradigm Shift.
Catch Harsha Bhogle host Paradigm Shift by Microsoft India on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Google Podcasts. Listen to a new episode every week!.
The much loved K-pop band BTS is going on an indefinite break. The band members, though, will continue with their solo projects. There’s a lot more at stake- both economically and culturally.
In other developments, IPL media rights were sold for over Rs 48,000 crores, meanwhile, other OTT platforms such as Apple TV will be broadcasting Major League Soccer games, and Netflix wants to stream F1 races. Tune in to find out, why does everyone want a piece of Sports pie!
It’s a goodbye season. Microsoft is finally retiring its web browser Internet Explorer today and messenger Google Talk is closing down later this week. For the deep dive today, we discuss the price hike plans of all major telecom companies in India.
The buzz around gaming is getting difficult to catch up as many field players try to dominate the video gaming sector. In other news, we discuss vegan leather- a probable bandwagon in near future. But how environmental it actually is? Tune in to know.
In today’s episode, we talk through the downfall of the iconic cosmetic brand Revlon as it heads towards bankruptcy.
For the deep dive, we discuss Google's Artificial Intelligence having feelings. As bizarre and scary it sounds, it might soon be a reality. Tune in!
As more and more people in the world prefer chicken over red meat to meet their protein needs, we take you through the reasons for the rise in consumption. In other news, we talk about the newly proposed code of conduct presented by the National Medical Commission. In the draft NMC allows doctors to refuse treatment in the case of violent and abusive patients or relatives. To know more, tune in!
Today’s episode is an ode to Mithali Raj. The former captain of Indian women’s cricket shocked the fans as she announced her retirement, ending a two decade long journey. For the deep dive today, we bring good news for ITC investors as its stocks are finally in the sun. Tune in!
The era of social audio is over. Clubhouse is slowly declining, Facebook has abandoned its podcasting intentions, and Twitter is hesitant to spend further in Spaces. In other news, Farheen Khan highlights the rise and fall of Gupta brothers. They were infamous for "capturing" South Africa with the help of Jacob Zuma. Tune in to learn the latest updates on the story!
In this episode, Farheen Khan takes us through two interesting stories. To begin with, kho-kho, a sport you may have played during your school's games period, is slated to enter the leagues. For deep dive, we look at NBFCs targeting schools; parents will now have an option to pay school fees through instalments. Tune in to learn more about it!
It's that time of year when you have to brace yourself for yet another episode of covid! Yes, covid is back and so are masks. In other e vents, Layer'r was shot by netizens, the government, and ASCI over the weekend. Both of the controversial advertisements that promote rape culture as a joke have been removed. Tune in to know more about this!
It’s quite a strange and eventful week. Just like things are changing for the crisis that struck Sri Lanka, there maybe a silver lining for its garment manufacturing sector. And in other news, Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook owner Meta has announced her exit after a 14 year long run.
It hasn’t been the best week so far for India. Legendary Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath or as popularly known as KK has passed away. We do our bit by remembering him through some of the iconic songs and jingles he lent his voice to. This, and more on the rise and fall and rise of Rahul Yadav (the housing.com guy).
The UK government is looking for skilled workers and one way they are attracting them is by granting work visas to individuals who have graduated from top universities all around the world. In other news, Farheen Khan discusses how fancy restaurants around the country have begun to use locally sourced products. In fact, The Oberoi Group's new salad will pleasantly surprise you. Tune in to find out the details!
In this episode, Farheen Khan highlights how Mango production across the country has dropped dramatically. The issue is caused by climate change, which includes higher temperatures and fewer rainfalls. In other developments, Reliance, Swiggy, Adani, and other businesses are vying for control of Metro AG. Who do you think will come out on top? Tune in to learn more about this!
In today’s episode we discuss UIDAI’s statement and its subsequent withdrawal concerning the usage of Aadhar. Seems like privacy is a consistent concern here. In other news, Ernst & Young has decided to split its audit and advisory division. Listen in as we try to gauge what’s ahead for the mega accounting firm.
Twitter is still not out of troubled waters and it is taking longer than anticipated. With Jack Dorsey stepping down as CEO, privacy concerns and Elon Musk’s dealings, we await to see what’s ahead for Twitter. In other news, Swiggy, the food delivery giant is venturing into the e-commerce business and the profit potential is high!
You might be using it to find a match, BFF or for Bizz, but dating app Bumble is planning to bring on more reasons to keep you hooked. In other news, hear out on why people in rural India are preferring the purchase of premium cars.
Be it Baahubali, RRR or KGF, the South Indian film bonanza is a treat for audiences. As they continue to roll in large profits, Netflix is all in to bring on regional, more specifically, South Indian content to widen its subscriber base. In other news, we talk about the crisis in Indian start-ups as they continue to layoff employees and stall new recruitments.
Due to a surge in demand beer taps are drying up! In addition, even beverage companies like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are struggling to meet high demands. Listen in to find out why you could miss out on ice cream this summer. In other news, we discuss quick delivery app Zepto’s ingress into the e-pharma business. Will it sink or soar?
In today’s episode we look into Apple’s considerations of moving out its manufacturing units from China. Should India expect to be the new centre of Apple’s production? In other news, we discuss Ankiti Bose’s expulsion as the CEO of zilingo, the e-commerce fashion company she founded.
Coffee is a forever favourite. But for the next gen ready-to-drink (RTD) cold coffee is the new cool. Keep listening as Lavazza plans to enter the RTD cold brew business. Next up, we talk about the Metaverse-Education convergence. But what made virtual reality classes a far-fetched reality for Invact’s metaMBA course? Tune in as we interview Akanksha Sarma on the future of Metaversity.
*Note: Here’s the link to Akanksha Sarma’s story on Metaversity.
M&A financiers are at the top of their game in India. In this episode, we bring forth another angle to the many multi-billion deals. The other news is as weird as it sounds. Cola maggi, oreo toppings in pizza or strawberry ice cream with fries, you might have encountered these combinations at your favourite eatery and surely on instagram reels. Tune in as the public goes bananas over food mismatches.
Hashtag United was once only a YouTube sensation; today it is a well-known football club. Is it, however, big enough to compete with established football clubs? That's the question we try to answer. And for the deep dive, we take a look at Uber's fresh ambitions. The ride-hailing app is expanding beyond cab rides. Tune in to find out what ventures it will drive us through.
In today’s episode we explain the spurge in investments towards the fishing industry as more and more venture capitalists delve into aquafarming . Furthermore, on a different note, we talk about Adani Group’s acquisition of Holcim’s. Hear us out as Gautam Adani cements his extending empire.
Live voting, live reunions, live sports and much more! All to be a part of Netflix. Hear us out on the platform’s plans to go live. In other news, we delve deep into India’s decision to prohibit wheat exports. Tune in now!
The crypto pitfall is reoccurring every other day. The instability is so much so that your investments in the so-called volatile crypto currencies can lead you to a game of losses. In other news, we know more about Disney Plus knocking down Netflix by taking the lead as the most subscribed streaming service. Tune in now!
Mondelez is chewing over the future of Trident and Dentyne amidst the fall in demands. Your old favourite chewing gums will soon be out for auction in the West. In other news, we discuss how big tech cos are gearing up to dominate the internet in the African continent through massive underwater cable networks. Stay tuned for more information!
Note: During World War I, British exploited undersea telegraph* cables.
Hear us out! “Batman Unburied”, the podcast based on the popular caped hero has now officially knocked down Joe Rogan's podcast to take the top spot on Spotify. In other news, it’s a ray of hope for the food industry in the post-pandemic recovery times. Tune in to today’s episode to know more about the growth prospects for food services in the country.
In today's episode, we talk about Razor Group, a German firm that is preparing to put its best foot forward in the Indian market by following the example of Thrasio in the rollup startup industry. In other news, we take a look at TikTok employees' strenuous and stressful lifestyle. 12-hour shifts are no joke! Find out more on what it takes to work for the global entertainment platform.
Good morning listeners! We are back from the weekend and we've got an interesting lineup for you. For starters, Fortnite video game is back on Apple store and even available for android users. In other news, India has now become third largest startup ecosystem in the world with recently giving birth to 100th unicorn. But are all of them profitable? That's the question we answer in the episode.
In today's episode, Farheen talks about the declining IPL viewership. With Mumbai and Chennai being at the bottom of the table, it's not help the cricket saga either.In other news, we discover that home appliance prices are rising. It's not good news, given that India is experiencing one of the hottest summers on record, as well as a power outage. Listen in to find out the details.
In today's episode, Farheen Khan highlights the possible price rise of cumin. So brace yourself for a jeera-less tadka in your food. In other news, she discusses America's landmark case - Roe v. Wade. Following a leak, it was discovered that the US Supreme Court may overturn Roe v Wade. This ruling will have far-reaching consequences for same-sex marriage. Listen in to learn more about this.
The King of Bollywood, is looking to invest $30 million in a cricket stadium in the US. He wants to invest in more sports business venture is to bring Knight Riders under the limelight. Although, this is not his first investment, SRK has been quite the entrepreneur for quite some time now. In other news, Farheen Khan explains how Coca-Cola decided to increase its prices. Why? The answer is inflation. Listen in to find out what's Coca-Cola's new strategy to fight inflation.
In this episode of The Signal Daily, host Farheen Khan talks about how using your most preferred VPN in India may have just gotten a tad tricky. For the main story, we focus on the unprecedented heat wave and a spike in covid infections in India at the same time. And a coal crunch.
It looks like WhatsApp is experiencing FOMO. The instant messaging app now wants to take over the payment services sector in India. In its latest move, WhatsApp has introduced cashbacks.
In other news, Farheen Khan discusses about ONDC and what are the plans going forward. This is the Indian government's initiative to democratise the e-commerce industry. To shed some light on this, we are joined by Beckn Foundation's co-founder and CEO - Sujith Nair. Tune in to find out some industry insights!
In this episode, Farheen Khan takes us through Netflix's new deal with Studio Colorido in Japan. This collaboration will reportedly help the streaming platform gain some subscribers in the Asian region.
In other news, we've learned that India's dream of cheap natural gas may not come true. The Russian-EU standoff has only exacerbated the situation. Stay tuned to find out more!
In this episode Farheen talks about e-commerce going offline. Even Facebook's parent company meta is opening a physical store to sell its gadgets.
For deep dive she discusses Elon Musk dealing a deal with Twitter. The deal has been accepted at $44 billion. Brace yourself, as many changes are coming your way. Even Donald Trump returning to Twitter. Tune in!
In this episode, Farheen takes us through two interesting stories. To begin with, Indians, particularly women, do not appear to be interested in seeking employment opportunities. There has been a decline in the total workforce participation in the last five years. Tune in to find out what are the reasons behind it.
Furthermore, she also discusses why the lingerie industry is seeing sudden rise in prices. You may not have noticed, but your undergarments are getting more expensive. Listen to learn more about this!
On this episode, host Farheen Khan talks about the sad demise of Umang Gupta, the OG of the IIT-Valley route, back in 1978 and someone who is credited with helping Oracle put together its first business plan in 1981.
For the main story, Farheen tells us about the increasing Electronic Vehicle battery explosion incidents in India, its probable causes and the government’s steps to probe into such incidents.
In this episode, Farheen Khan talks about two of Ajax players getting involved in a controversy.The boys are rumoured to have leaked locker room information. In other news, we take a closer look at the situation in Sri Lanka. And we're joined by Rohini Mohan, a journalist who recently visited Sri Lanka, to assist us understand what's happening on the ground. Trust us, you don't want to miss this story.
In today's episode, Farheen Khan highlights the boom in SexTech industry. In the sexual wellness industry, tech entrepreneurs and sex experts are attempting to shift the dialogue around sex. In other developments, Netflix appears to be on the brink of becoming the next Blockbuster. In its Q1 report, the streaming platform reported a loss of several thousand subscribers, blaming it on user password sharing. There's more to this story, so tune in to find out more!
In this episode, Farheen Khan highlights Netflix's increased focus on mobile gaming. Recently, the streaming service announced that it will be releasing a game and a TV series based on Exploding Kittens. In other news, she discusses India's economy, the World Bank predicting a slow global growth and more. Tune in for the details!
And we are back from a short-break! In today's episode, Farheen Khan takes us through the downfall small cars are facing in India. It appears that hatchbacks might not be India's favourite anymore, SUVs are. Additionally, she also discusses Sequoia's strong stance on corporate governance. The firm announced through a blog post that it will take severe action against its portfolio companies that fail to adhere to corporate standards. Tune in to find out more on this!
India's brewers are anticipating a cool summer. Beer demand is expected to exceed that of 2019 this summer, according to estimates. And thanks to social media influencers, Africa's alcohol business is also rebounding. For the second story, Farheen focuses on Lenskart's most recent funding round. The company is set to raise between $200 and $250 million. Tune in to learn more about this!
In today's episode, Farheen Khan discusses the killer deal Russia has managed to crack. After several sanctions, the country is losing its popular retail brands, and Indian brands seem interested in expanding their roots. Starting from Russia. Additionally, she also talks about the global drug resistance crisis. In the meantime, the UK government has planned to start an antibiotic subscription model. What's that? Tune in to find out!
In this episode, Farheen Khan talks about BookMyShow turning a profit and moving closer to pre-covid levels In other developments, she discusses about the decline in Basmati exports. Reportedly, India only exported $3.53 billion worth of basmati rice in 2021-22, which is the lowest since 2019-20. This also means, buyers are pivoting to Pakistan, slowly. Listen in to find out more on this!
To start off your Monday morning, Farheen Khan has an internet culture story for you. She talks about Algospeak. To simply put, it's the code words that users employ to avoid algorithmic moderation systems. In the second story she discusses about an internet icon, Elon Musk. After taking the largest stake in Twitter, the Dogefather has some new suggestions for Twitter Blue, specifically. Tune in to find out the details!
In this episode, Farheen Khan takes us through two interesting stories. For starters, we try to understand why is there a sudden surge in plagiarism lawsuits in the music industry. Ed Sheeran was recently involved in a legal battle over his song Shape Of You. In other news, supply chain disruptions are causing problems for India's auto industry. Tata Motors appears to be doing well, whereas Maruti Suzuki has recorded a drop in market share. Keep listening to learn more about these stories!
Boeing's worries aren't going away anytime soon. SpiceJet's intention to expand its fleet is being hampered by the failure of the aircraft manufacturer to deliver planes to the airline. Additionally, Boeing's manufacturing unit is experiencing issues which has also suspended the production of Air Force One. In other developments, Paytm, another troubled company, is attempting to stay afloat in the market. Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the company's CEO, has promised investors that the company will be profitable soon.
So what do we have today? Elon Musk is taking 9.2% stake in Twitter, valued at roughly $3 billion, making him the microblogging site's largest stakeholder. And with his latest poll asking "Do you want an edit button?" indicates, he is already considering alterations. For the main story, Farheen Khan elaborates on China's ambition to dominate the AI world. And this time, Disney+Hotstar is helping the country achieve its goal. How? Tune in and find out for yourself!
In this episode, Farheen Khan speaks about the political turmoil unfolding in Pakistan. So the neighbouring country, currently, has no prime minister, east least as of Sunday. In other news, she also discusses about the recent HDFC merger. After this deal, HDFC is the second largest bank in the country, right after State Bank of India. Tune in to learn how profitable this merger is for both sides.
In this episode, Farheen Khan discusses the implementation of crypto tax regulations in India, as well as the government's stated intention to make crypto legal only after global consensus. She also discusses the recent issues surrounding Bharat Biotech's Covaxin. The vaccine manufacturer, according to the WHO, needs to upgrade its production plants. And sadly, a new covid-19 variant has been discovered in the UK. Make sure to tune in to not miss out on important updates!
Good morning listeners! In this episode, Farheen Khan talks about Formula One's growing popularity in the US. According to latest reports, United States is to have a third racing circuit in Las Vegas for next season in 2023. She also highlights Netflix's docuseries, Drive To Survive making a huge impact in the F1 world. In other news, a massive forest fire broke out in Sariska Tiger Reserve, the reason could be increasing heat waves in the state of Rajasthan.
In today's episode, Farheen Khan discusses about the newly proposed changes in Digital Market Act by European Union where it's planning to enforce interoperability of messaging apps. It basically implies that your friend who solely uses iMessage may now receive texts through WhatsApp, Signal, or any other messaging service. Listen in to find out details and what may potentially go wrong with this. She also draws attention to Sri Lanka's economic crisis. The island nation is currently cash-strapped, with a range of shortages spanning from fuel to medicines.
In this episode, Farheen Khan discusses Shopee's exit from India. While the Singapore-based company says that "global market uncertainties" were the primary cause of its closure, there were also other factors at play. For the main storey she talks about worldwide food inflation. Companies are being forced to reduce package sizes and restaurants are compelled to use steaming or baking instead of frying due to rising food prices. Fertilizer costs are also on the rise. The global food system is, in fact, severely disrupted. Listen in for more information!
In today's line-up, Farheen Khan talks about Apple's first win at Oscars with CODA wining the Best Picture category. This is a significant victory for OTT, given that the Hollywood industry is finally becoming more diverse than it was previously. Also, of course, she highlights the internet breaking Will Smith's swing at Chris Rock. For the main story, we dig into deepfakes. It's now become a marketing tool on LinkedIn and are being used to spread misinformation. So, tune in to find out more details on this!
Good morning, folks! We're back with some new stories! To start off this week, we've got an interesting line-up. For starters, Ola's electric scooter caught fire in Pune. What's the reason behind this? Listen, to find out the details! Also doesn't this fire incident remind you of Nano cars catching on fire? For the deep dive, Farheen Khan talks about Elon Musk wanting to create a new social media platform because he is unhappy with Twitter. All this and more on this episode. You don't want to miss it, so tune in!
Earlier this month, we told you about Reliance’s luxury retail ambitions. Its appetite isn’t slowing down. Reliance Brands has now acquired the India franchise rights for Sunglasses Hut from DLF's. We tell you why it is a curious purchase. Our host, Farheen takes a closer look at the developments from the hacking world over the last 48 to 72 hours. Spoiler alert: there’s been a lot, and one that involves Microsoft’s source code. Listen in!
In this episode, Farheen Khan highlights the latest food GST issue. So, the Indian tax department wants to levy 18% tax on bakeries and small eateries. Why? Because, bakeries are not restaurants technically, according to the officials. And for the main story, she talks about how Worldcoin, the newest cryptocurrency startup, has raised $100 million. But that's not all; there are more crypto stories, so stay tuned!
Good morning listeners! On today's line-up we have an aviation story and food tech story. Farheen Khan highlights Boeing, one of the biggest aircraft manufacturer's downfall. Another of its flights, a Boeing 737-800 NG, crashed in China, killing all 133 people aboard. And for the main story she outlines Zomato's ambitious plan to bring 10-minute instant food delivery service to Indians. To understand this story better, we are joined by Rahul Harisanka, currently head of product at Cred and the co-founder of Bangalore-based Eatlo, a food tech startup, which attempted a similar format a few years ago. This is an episode you don't want to miss; tune in to learn more!
In this episode, Farheen Khan takes us through two interesting stories. So according to a BBC report, dumb phones are making a comeback. Between 2018 and 2021, Google searches have increased by 89 percent. In other news she discusses about Reliance's ambition to become the retail king. Following the acquisitions of Zivame and Amante, RIL has now bought Clovia. Listen in to learn more about this!
Good morning, folks! We've returned from a long weekend! In today's episode, we learn that Covid-19 has not truly left. Several countries, including China, Germany, and Hong Kong, are experiencing a significant surge in cases. In other news, Farheen Khan discusses how Indian startups are feeling the heat. Following the BharatPe controversy, several Indian startups are under intense tax scrutiny.
On this episode, we have two interesting stories lined up! For starters, Starbucks is going green, the coffee chain is planning to replace disposable cups with reusable ones. And for our main story we talk about the inevitable merger: Zomato planning to take over Blinkit. Listen to Farheen Khan decode why it's a win-win situation for both the companies.
Pizza lovers won't like this news. Haryana officials are planning to levy 18% GST on pizza toppings. The logic is that, apparently, topping is not pizza and hence should be subject to tax. And for the main story, Farheen Khan talks about SoftBanks's ongoing worries. There's a lot going on in this episode, and you don't want to miss it.
In this episode, Farheen Khan elaborates on how the war between Russia and Ukraine is affecting religious sentiments. For the main story, she goes into great depth on nickel prices skyrocketing and supplies shrinking. It is unquestionably bad news for electric vehicle manufacturers. Find out why Nickel is so essential and how it affects EV makers in this episode.
Good morning, listeners! Here's the line-up for today's episode. Farheen Khan gives us a concise rundown of Paytm's problems. The firm is stuck in a never-ending loop of crises. In other news, she highlights Apple's fixation with filing a counter-suit against any business that is even slightly associated with its logo or the word "Apple."
The British government has sanctioned Chelsea's Russian owner, Roman Abramovich. What exactly does this mean? Essentially, the Blues are no longer for sale; The team will continue to operate, although with certain limitations. In other developments, Russians have stopped visiting Sri Lanka and Goa due to the ongoing conflict. As a result, both the destinations have reported significant tourism losses. To learn more, listen to this episode, in which Farheen Khan walks us through both stories.
Employees at Better.com are being laid off yet again. In December of last year, the mortgage company announced the layoffs of 900 employees on a zoom call. The figure is little over 3000 this year. In other news, Farheen Khan discusses how OTT platforms are adopting new techniques to increase their user base. For one, Disney Plus is opting for an ad-supported tier, but Netflix is not too sure about ads Catch today's episode to learn more about this!
Farheen Khan walks us through two important stories in this episode. The first is about Z being a symbol of Ukraine-Russia conflict. She essentially examines many theories that have gone popular on the internet in relation to the mystery surrounding the letter Z. She also decodes Tiger Global's new plan for 2022. Listen in to learn more about the new strategy and how it will benefit the investment firm!
The new Batman is expected to be the biggest release in 2022 thus far. The Batman, directed by Matt Reeves, grossed $248.5 million at the global box office. In addition, host Farheen Khan discusses global market volatility in today's episode. The Indian equities market is in the red, and the country's currency, the rupee, has reached an all-time low. Tune in to learn more about this!
The work from home scenario may change for many working at companies like Google, Microsoft but maybe not so much for Twitter. After two years of the pandemic, companies are seeking flexibility for their employees and at the same time wanting to align working from office maybe even as often as thrice a week. On the other side, some of the biggest companies in the world across fashion, finance, tech are pulling out their operations from Russia. Lot’s to follow, tune in as host Farheen Khan explains.
With the rising conflicts between Russia and Ukraine, the situation around the world is getting worse. Several sectors, particularly edible oils, are impacted. Currently, the prices of sunflower oil, soy oil, and palm oil are skyrocketing. And in this episode, Farheen Khan delves deeper into the topic. Furthermore she also discusses how young adults are feeling lonely and we have Facebook to thank. Listen in to understand how Facebook apps are making us lonely and the disruption in edible oils exports.
In this episode, Farheen Khan talks about Sea Ltd's market value decline by $132 billion. We also learn why Indian government banned the most popular Singapore-based mobile game in the country. In addition, she addresses the ongoing tug of war between Reliance and Aditya Birla Group. Tune in to find out which market segment they are competing for.
Elon Musk's Starlink satellite, according to reports, has landed in Ukraine. But the main question is whether the Startlink will operate as expected. Additionally, host Farheen Khan also elaborates on one of the biggest crypto frauds - The BitConnect Scam. We talk about this classic Ponzi scehme as its founder, Satish Kumbhani has been indicted by the US court. TBH, you don't want to miss today' episode.
This episode focuses on the Russia-Ukraine crisis. On the one hand, Ukraine is receiving millions of dollars in donations in the form of cryptocurrencies and NFTs. On the other hand, Farheen Khan, our host, explains why Chinese internet users are praising Russia's actions. Listen in to learn more about why China is supporting Russia instead of condemning its actions.
Good morning listeners. Let's take a look at what's going on in the world. For one, the Indian government intends to increase the tax on sugar, salt, and fat-rich foods. This implies that all of your favourite sweets and snacks will be more expensive than before. In the second story, we discuss how the Ukraine-Russia dispute is impacting big tech companies. Listen in to learn what the tech platforms are doing to help Ukraine.
TGIF, right? Given the weekend is here, we have some light stories for you today. In this episode, Farheen talks about the global sneakers obsession. Especially among Genz and Millennials. Additionally, she also discusses about Thums Up becoming a billion dollar cola brand in India. Tune in to find out the details!
In this episode, we understand the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Putin has deployed several troops to Ukraine, which is attempting to cut relations with Russia. It's beginning to feel like a scenario from the Cold War, honestly. In other developments, India's advertising authority have issued a guideline for crypto and NFT advertisements. Listen in to find out more on this!
In the latest episode, Farheen discusses Trump's app making its debut in the App Store. Despite the fact that Truth Social is the most popular free software in Apple's App Store right now, most users are unable to access it. Additionally, she also explains the rise of influencer marketing in India, Qyuki's potential acquisition, and more. Tune in to learn what went wrong with Trump's app.
In today's episode, we talk about IPOs. For starters, Bikaji, a traditional Indian snack manufacturer, is planning to go public this week. And for the in-depth story, we learn there are three reasons why many tech companies are avoiding going public right now. Listen in to find out why and which firms have withdrawn from the IPO race for the time being. Farheen Khan, takes us through both the stories.
Good morning listeners! We are back with some interesting stories for you. In this episode we understand Kanye West, expects you to pay $200 to listen to his new album - Donda 2. In addition, "your lean, clean, flying machine" is experiencing some turbulence. Tune in to learn more about this, as well as Kanye's latest controversy!
In the latest episode we talk about two interesting stories. For the first one, Farheen discusses why Google search results are deteriorating. And for the main story we discuss the fake meat industry. Currently, the numbers and sales are flattening. So what are the companies doing to recover from this? Tune in to learn more about this!
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In today's episode, Farheen decodes Zuckerberg's new corporate mantra: "Meta, Metamates, Me." Additionally, this episode also covers the post-pandemic boom in Travel & Tourism industry around the world. In its fourth-quarter earnings, Airbnb made a profit, and India plans to begin regular international flights soon. There's a lot going on in the tourism sector; tune in to learn more!
We are all about startups today. To begin with, the Indian startup ecosystem is making big changes. For instance, introducing unlimited leaves, monthly incentives, quarterly promotions and even mental health breaks. For our deep dive, we understand why Mamaearth acquired BBlunt, a premium salon company. All this and more on today's episode. Tune in and listen to Farheen Khan break down both the stories for us.
Good morning listeners! In this episode, Farheen Khan talks about the Chinese Metaverse story; And Tencent seems to be betting big on the Metaverse. She also goes into great depth on the global supply chain crisis and inflation. Listen in to find out which industries are the most impacted.
In this episode we can’t help but bring up the loneliest statue on earth! It’s at the furthermost point in the south pole and it’s Vladimir Lenin’s bust. More on that, along with all the action unravelling at the mega IPL Auction 2022, Bangalore.
In the episode, we discuss the waning interest in the wine business . That's right, millennials don't like to wine and dine anymore. Additionally, we also outline the recent ShareChat acquisition. The Indian social media platform is buying MX TakaTak. Is this a win-win situation? Tune in to learn more about this!
In today's episode, we cover the hottest topic in Hollywood: Oscar Nominations. Yes, some nominees are familiar, while others are not. However, it's worth noting that streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon, and Apple have finally made it to the elite club of Academy Awards. Furthermore, in our deep dive story, we look at how the Indian two-wheeler market is faring. There is a significant decrease in demand. Tune in to find out why are bikes sales slowing down and more!
In the latest episode, host Farheen Khan discusses the sudden surge in demand in nuclear power. France, United States and India seems to be determined to reboot the nuclear power industry. Additionally, Farheen also talks about Polygon, a blockchain tech company, which raised $450 million. But that's not all, Naimish Sanghvi, the founder of Coin Crunch India, joins us to explain the buzz around Web3 and more!
In today's episode Farheen discusses non-English music making it big in the music industry. The dominance of English music appears to be fading. Furthermore, she also talks about the recent Bored Ape NFT mania. While celebrities are going gaga over Bored Ape Yacht Club, Brantly has now been cancelled. Listen in to find out about the recent DAO crisis.
In today's episode, Farheen takes us through Twitch,a live streaming network originally created for gamers now stepping into user generated led ed-tech content; enabling students to study together online. Additionally, she also addresses the issues with the once ambitious UDAN plans in India.
In this episode of The Signal daily, we talk about the Beijing Winter Olympics 2022. What's special about that? China is putting up a machine-made show, to demonstrate their technological prowess. For our deep dive, we look into Meta's earnings report. And the numbers don't look so good. Farheen Khan is joined by Venkat Ananth, co-founder of The Signal, to discuss Facebook's dwindling user base in further depth.
Farheen Khan deconstructs two Big Tech stories in today's episode. To begin with, the Metaverse is not a safe space for women and children. Second, the earnings reports of big tech businesses have been released. All three companies, Google, Microsoft, and Apple, appear to have exceeded the market expectations. Tune in to find out what's wrong with the virtual world, and what do the big numbers mean.
Good morning, listeners! Farheen Khan, our host, is here with another #Budget2022 special edition of The Signal Daily. First we address the elephant in the room: the Crypto Tax. Additionally, we also broke down the Budget 2022 presentation for our listeners. Dinesh Narayanan, Editor of The Signal joins us for a QnA to help us decode the budget's major takeaways. Listen in to learn more about what a crypto tax means for India and for a simple budget overview.
The budget is here, and we are curious! Lots to shape and change, owing to the last two years of the pandemic. On today’s episode, our brand new host Farheen Khan speaks to Dinesh Narayanan about what exactly should we expect from the Union Budget. If you haven’t noticed already - we are rolling out at 8:15 am IST from now on. Listen in!
In today's episode, Preeksha discusses Apple's development of a tap-to-pay feature that will transform iPhones into mobile point of sale (mPOS) terminals. And we have a Covid-19 wrap-up for the main story; the Indian government is reconsidering its booster dose vaccination programme. Listen in to find out if you are eligible for a third jab!
Today's episode highlights the issues Netflix has been facing in India. Especially with slow subscriber growth and its woke content. In addition, our host, Preeksha also talks about the latest music NFT - The Beatles memorabilia and more. Tune in to find out what's up with music industry and what went wrong with Netflix!
In today's episode, Preeksha takes us through Big Tech ambitions. Companies like Microsoft, Amazon and Alphabet are on a shopping spree, and the US regulators have a say in it. Additionally, she also addresses the sharks in America's corporate world. Many companies are facing the pressure of investor activists trying to make a "change". Tune in to find out more!
As we enter 2022, horrors of Covid-19 continue to haunt restaurateurs. The restaurant sector is caught in a never-ending cycle. With new restrictions in place, cafes and restaurants are shutting down again. While we are on the subject of financial troubles, tech stocks and the crypto world are not having it. Both the markets are crashing, with Bitcoin posting a trillion dollar loss. Today's episode features Preeksha Malhotra explaining both the stories and answering some important questions.
In today's episode, we explain the implications of the SEBI rule which is all set to roll out in April 2022. The episode also discusses Instagram’s move to try out the subscription model as a test in the US with some of its creators. The question is how many are willing to pay?
In today's episode, Chinmay explains the massive IPO everybody is looking forward to in India - LIC. The episode also discusses how it's been a rough week for America’s airlines, having to deal with a havoc and disruption of operations; thanks to the probable risk caused by deployment of 5G towers near the airports.
In today's episode, Chinmay explains how Netflix might just get a little more expensive (in the US), that’s not good news at all but if it is worth a percentage of your monthly income, only time will tell. The episode also discusses how Microsoft's latest move to acquire gaming studio Activision Blizzard (fame: Call Of Duty) is going to have a massive impact on the gaming ecosystem and community. We talk to avid gamer, Arjun Sen to get an insight.
On today's episode, Chinmay Bhogle discusses Walmart's entry into the Metaverse and its decision to hop on the NFT bandwagon. Additionally, the episode addresses the UK government's attempts to thwart end-to-end encryption in the country. Meanwhile, the coronavirus has still not left the building and it's important that you stay safe. Here's a possible solution. Plum Lite plan by Plum offers group health insurance for you and your employees. For more details log on to - plumhq.com.
It's a cold Monday evening and we have some hot news to go with it. In the latest episode, Chinmay Bhogle takes us through the recent updates in the Muskverse. Additionally, he discusses the significant shift in the underwear and lingerie market. The sector is booming thanks to VC funding and it appears that the GenZ prefers comfort over appearance. Listen in to find out more!
In today's episode, Chinmay explains how the United States' inflation rate has risen to a 40-year high, sparking concerns whether the country is approaching another "great inflation" period similar to the 1970s. He dives into history and the impact of inflation on India. The episode also discusses how, once TikTok was removed and Reels was introduced, the majority of Indians shifted their focus to Instagram. As a result, Instagram had a terrific year in 2021.
On today's episode, Chinmay Bhogle discusses why the government is intending to propose regulations in response to the rapid growth of the Indian Edtech sector. Meanwhile, the highly competitive industry is working together to create a self-regulatory code. In other news, Wordle, a word game, seems to be the new fad in 2022. Listen in to find out the inspiration behind it!
On today's episode we learn that the Indian government will be the largest shareholder in the loss-making cellular service provider, Vodafone Idea (Vi). In other news, host Chinmay Bhogle discusses the global aviation sector. While Omicron continues to rain on the parade, airlines around the world are hoping for clear skies. And as we know, the third wave is here. But this time, let us be prepared. Plum offers group health insurance with several perks that make it simple for your workforce. For more details visit - plumhq.com
In this episode,Rajneil Kamath delves into the capital market's recent boom and why BigBasket chose to expand into small towns.The company hopes to capitalise on two current trends. One, in which it offers express delivery in its major metropolitan areas, enabling quick commerce, and two, it introduces a group buying model in Tier 4 cities. BigBasket is currently looking to target semi-urban sectors that are price and relationship sensitive.
The Signal Daily is back from the weekend break. On today's episode, Rajneil Kamath explains why work from home situation is here to stay. The surge in Omicron cases around the world is compelling companies to send their employees home. And for our main story, Apple developers seem to be creating peer pressure among teenagers in the United States. Teens don't wish to be labelled as "green texters". On the other hand, Signal's recent push to enable anonymous payments is not going down well with authorities. The Chainalysis report identifies a sudden surge in crypto-related crime in 2021.
On today's episode, Manaswini guides us to the universe of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Currently, a number of artists from various domains, including movies, sports, and comics, have high expectations for NFTs. On the other hand, Good Glamm Group, is counting on the influencer market. It's investing big bucks to establish itself as a 'Digital House of Brands,' with a content-to-commerce strategy.
On today's episode, we have two interesting stories. On one hand, Goldman believes that Bitcoin will soon overtake gold and hit $100,000. In other news, Sony is planning to enter the automobile industry with a new concept car, Vision-S. We'll have to wait and see what 2022 has in store for new automakers entering the market.
The claws of Omicron appear to have infiltrated the film industry as well. Both the Hollywood and Indian film industry are on the same boat. Due to the fear of the new variant, many big-budget films are being postponed. In other news, host Manaswini walks us through the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes, world's youngest female billionaire. Some even believed she could be the next Steve Jobs. But...sigh.
On today's episode, Manaswini discusses the Covaxin crisis. As children aged between 15 and 18 become eligible for Covid-19 vaccinations, there is a lot of confusion. Why? The lack of transparency behind Bharat Biotech's Covaxin's expiry date extensions. In other news, she highlights Tesla's achievements over the last year. Musk appears to have a lot to look forward to in the year 2022.
The Signal Daily is back with new stories for our listeners. On today's line up we have Omicron and Apple. On one hand, Omicron is quickly spreading across the world and India is getting ready with booster shots to reduce fatalities and infection rates during the third wave. Meanwhile, Apple ended 2021 with its stock hitting all-time highs, but now it finds itself in trouble in the new year. For today's episode, we have Manaswini Tripathy who'll guide us through these stories.
It’s been extremely overwhelming to curate and bring to you stories of tech, policy, e-commerce, Elon Musk (ofcourse) and lots more! Chinmay Bhogle takes you through some disruptive stories that made for this extremely whimsical year. We are talking about all things IPOs (in India), Apple’s plan for a social networking app, the Indian beauty sector, Tik Tok and its plans to be everywhere and more.
Please note: This is our last episode for 2021, don’t forget to catch us on the other side of the new year on 4th January 2022. Yes, 2022 is here already! You can binge listen to all our episodes and subscribe to The Signal newsletter here.
Our host, Manaswini, takes us through Twitter's former CEO, Jack Dorsey, having a blast mocking Web3 enthusiasts in today's episode. Meanwhile, she discusses India's plans to implement a four-day work week by next year.But is it as good as it appears?
On today's episode, Priyanka Ganwani talks about BSE’s latest entrant, Snapdeal. In other news, Priyanka also dives deep into the claims of sexual harassment on Horizon, Facebook’s VR platform and in Tesla.
Our host, Priyanka Ganwani, walks us through two interesting stories in today's episode. Firstly, Chile now has a millennial president. In other news, WeWork has a reason to celebrate. WeWork India finally became profitable in November 2021. Work from home is here to stay, thus co-working spaces may be the next big thing.
There have been quite a few developments over the weekend. On one hand, JP Morgan has to pay a heavy fine to the US regulators for encouraging workers to use personal messaging apps to discuss business. Meanwhile, TikTok, a short-video sharing platform, is looking to expand into the Food and Fashion segment. Listen in to find out what are TikTok's plans.
Jewellers in India have a reason to celebrate. This wedding season, the Indian jewellery market has generated a huge profit thanks to a surge in gold sales and wedding ceremonies. In other news, Vodafone Idea (Vi) has made significant progress. Last month, the telecom operator's shares increased by 50%, indicating that the company is no longer on the edge of bankruptcy and is rather on its way to recovery.
It's possible that the Muskverse isn't as picture-perfect as it appears. On today's episode, Priyanka deconstructs what's going on with Tesla and Elon Musk. Meanwhile, she discusses why, after joining the aviation industry, Tata Group is now planning to re-enter the cosmetics market.
In today's episode, Priyanka highlights how India's population is stabilising, which is a cause for concern. Because India, as well as other countries such as Japan and China, is ageing, which is no good. In other news, she discusses inflation and how it has impacted Indians recently. For starters, everything from computers to cooking oils is becoming more expensive.
Priyanka Ganwani delves into interesting topics in today's episode. Intel is launching a project called Wireless over Wire, which essentially enables high-speed internet. In other news, India's online grocery market appears to be a little crowded at the moment. Everyone wishes to be a master of the quick-commerce industry. Tune into the episode to learn about the newest initiatives by various commerce companies.
The Signal Daily is back with a new edition. Priyanka Ganwani is here to walk us through the stories of the day. Lego, to to everyone's surprise, is a better investment than gold and art. Whiskey funds too. Meanwhile, Priyanka deconstructs the Indian economic growth. Although the Indian government claims the economy is improving, economists seem to disagree.
On today's episode, our host, Chinmay Bhogle, discusses the shortage of blue-collar workers in certain sectors, while lawyers and consultants are seeing an increase in revenue. The disparity between blue and white collar employees is quite astounding. Meanwhile, for our main story, Chinmay talks about New Zealand's new law, under which the government intends to prohibit tobacco consumption for future generations. Dinesh Narayanan joins us to give some of his views on the subject.
On today's episode, Chinmay Bhogle talks about abundance of vaccinations in India. Strange, isnt it? Especially with the emergence of Omicron around the world. In other news, he discusses SpiceJet's financial woes and how the Madras HC has given the low-cost airline only two weeks to redeem themselves. Tune into the episode, to find out what's up with SpiceJet and the Indian aviation sector.
Today's episode features Chinmay Bhogle, who deconstructs two finance stories for us. He begins by explaining why high networth individuals (HNIs) prefer smaller initial public offerings (IPOs) than larger ones. Second, he discusses the latest crypto controversy: Craig Wright's victory in a lawsuit against Kleinman's family. But there's more to the storey than meets the eye. Tune in to The Signal Daily to learn more about what transpired.
On today's episode, Rajneil Kamath brings us two interesting stories. First he talks about Alibaba's plans of restructuring the company. And in other news, he discusses Spacs'. How 2021 might be a great year for them. Tune in to The Signal Daily to learn more about today's developments.
The Signal Daily is back with a fresh week's worth of episodes. On today's episode, we learn that India's favourite snack, Lay's, has lost the exclusive licence to breed FC5 type potatoes. Are you curious what it's about? Listen to the show to hear Chinmay Bhogle decode it for us. Meanwhile, Dinesh Narayanan comes back on the show to explain what's up with Reliance's JioMart and why it's getting so much flak.
On today's episode we have Priyanka Ganwani bring to you an important update on Kerala's Covid-19 death toll. The state with supposedly best healthcare system has been lacking credibility. And in other news, Rajneil Kamath and Priyanka discuss why iPhone 13 sales are down and what can we expect next from Apple.
TW: Mention of sexual harrasment
It’s that time of the year when game plans come into fruition. HBO is not far behind from joining the gaming bandwagon along with the likes of Netflix. It is stepping into the free-mobile games space and looks forward to expanding its business. That’s exciting. In another story, sexual harassment and discrimination cases have come to light in one of the biggest Big Tech companies in the world - Microsoft. Priyanka Ganwani tells us more.
Zoho is a new player in the creator economy. This SaaS company aspires to be a major player in the Indian market. And while we're on the topic, another company wants to put their products to the test in India. Victoria's Secret is finally making its way to India, but you won't believe what they have in store for you. Listen to Priyanka Ganwani crack Victoria's Secret. 👀
On today's episode, Priyanka discusses a low-cost alternative MBA programme meant to align with the startup culture. On the other side, she outlines how big tech companies such as Meta and Microsoft are facing challenges in European nations. But why is that? Listen up to find out more!
The Signal Daily is back with a new edition. Today, Priyanka Ganwani discusses why Visa isn't thrilled about RuPay's growth in India. In other news, Omicron, the latest Covid-19 variant, has put the world's governments on alert and shutdowns seem to be on the horizon again.
On today's edition we have a story from the ever changing world of online shopping and offline stores. We take a look at two different hot subjects. What's the deal with Big Basket and Shoppe? Rajneil deep dives with Dinesh Narayanan, editor and co-founder at The Signal. Listen in!
Last week we had a long conversation about how investors were losing interest in China. That's turned on its head now. How much difference can a week make? The Signal's editor Dinesh Narayanan has the answer. Meanwhile, Rajneil discusses the bloodbath that happened at the crypto exchanges.
On today's episode, we have two interesting updates for you. With things getting back to normal people would rather rather Zoom out and Meet people. Meanwhile, India could potentially have new data protection laws. And to answer some of the important questions, we invited Apar Gupta, Executive Director of The Internet Freedom Foundation to have a detailed discussion about data protection with Dinesh Narayanan, editor and co-founder at The Signal. Rajneil Kamath is your guide through both these stories.
On today's episode of The Signal Daily, Rajneil Kamath explains why you are not going to love your phone bill. But D2C has found love in tier 2 cities. But how? Venkat Ananth and Rajneil discuss.
On today's episode of The Signal Daily, Chinmay Bhogle tells us about the aftermath of the PayTM IPO. Two people cried. But it's the weekend, so let's make it a little sweet. India is finding love beyond the halwa and barfi. Chinmay talks to Farheen Khan, who runs Bonton bakery and patisserie in Goa to find out more.
On today's episode, our host, Chinmay Bhogle talks about the new MCU movie, Spider-Man: No Way Home. And for our main story, we have Saraswathy, someone who has covered HR for 10 years, discussing a new service called ShowReel. You may find the name of the founder familiar. Anyway, ShowReel wants to be the TikTok of LinkedIn. But can it?
On today's episode of The Signal Daily, Chinmay Bhogle tells us about Meta and Apple's rivalry over the hardware world. Additionally, for our main story, Chinmay and Dinesh Narayanan discuss at length about why investors are choosing India over China.
On today's episode, we have two interesting updates. Amazon was used to smuggle marijuana across states. And in other news, the Bike taxi sector is maturing. Rapido, India's largest bike taxi company is doing well in the market, and Chalo is in talks to acquire Vogo. Meanwhile Bounce is entering the E Bikes sector.
We are back with the first episode of the week. What's in store? Well, Apple is in the news again. The tech company has found a new way to make some more cash. In other news, the world gathered in Glasgow to discuss climate change and the pressing need to save human kind from the fall out of the impending disaster. India, however, resisted against phasing out coal. But this is not what irritated Turkey President Erdogan. Listen in for more.
On today's episode of The Signal Daily, our host, Chinmay Bhogle will discuss why Alibaba toned down the hype around Singles’ Day online shopping festival. Meanwhile, he also explains why there's an ongoing debate over crypto between the centre and the RBI.
On today's episode of The Signal Daily, Chinmay Bhogle will take us through Nykaa and Paytm's IPO success. Meanwhile, he also breaks down the economy of the Metaverse.
Robinhood got hacked. As many as 7 million customers' information was leaked. On the other hand, the low-cost airline, SpiceJet is all set to introduce fly now, pay later scheme. All this while, both SpiceJet and Indian aviation industry are headed towards dark cloud.
We are back from a short break. On today's episode, Chinmay Bhogle breaks down two interesting stories. One about the richest man in the world deciding to sell 10% of his Tesla stock, and the other on India adopting influencer-led shopping.
Liquor and beer sales have increased and almost returned to pre-Covid levels. Alcohol companies will cheer the news but what's really exciting is that Guinness, the world's most popular stout is coming to India. On the other hand, looks like Meta has got some competition. Amazon wants to build the Metaverse too.
Pandemic blues are a thing of the past now. Films are returning to the big screen, and box office numbers are steadily improving. Meanwhile, Priyanka will also sketch out why Shiba Inu and other meme coins have become so popular lately.
The Signal Daily is back with two interesting stories. On today's episode, Priyanka will explain why the slogan "Let's Go Brandon" is trending on social media and how Sequoia Capital's brave move will bring in big money.
On today's episode we try and understand why LinkedIn is evolving. While we're on the subject of evolution, Manaswini also talks about how Snapchat could be the next Tiktok. All of this and more on The Signal Daily.
On today's episode, our host, Manaswini, discusses how Zomato gambled and won. Also, on this episode, we understand Apple's do not track gamble didn't affect Facebook and Google. Not yet anyway.
Celebs need to research what they promote, be it crypto or a car. If they haven't done the research, they could be held responsible for false advertising. Talking about responsibility for false advertising, Tesla is now valued at over $1 trillion and Elon Musk is the richest person alive ever. Guest host Priyanka breaks down both these stories today.
On today's episode, we understand how the way we remit money internationally is changing drastically and crypto is only accelerating such exchanges. On the other hand IPL is prepping for a 10 team league. Manaswini breaks down both these stories for us.
Another week full of new developments. Matchbox prices are on fire, considering Diwali is just around the corner, not sure this is good news. Meanwhile, it’s not getting any better with reports coming from Facebook. This time there is insight about India and how Facebook didn’t do much to control content to do with gore and religious hatred. We have Manaswini Tripathy breaking down both these stories for us.
This seems to be a peculiar week. Did you ever think that the world would run out of blue paint? Yes! That’s exactly what’s happening! We will tell you more! Along with PayPal potentially looking to acquire Pinterest. Rajneil Kamath will be breaking down both of these stories for us.
Today, we have two interesting stories. One talks about the banging entry of Bitcoin ETF(BITO), and how it might become the new trend. Meanwhile, the other story talks about xenotransplantation. Want to know more on these topics? Tune into today's The Signal Daily episode, and hear out Rajneil Kamath breaking down both the stories for us!
The world has started to open up. People are thinking of vacations again but not those who have been vaccinated by Covaxin. The WHO has got them in the waiting lounge. Speaking about waiting lounge, a few Amazon executives will find themselves in American lawmaker waiting lounges after reports alleged that they may have lied to the US congress. On this episode of The Signal Daily, Rajneil Kamath take you on a whirlwind tour of the most interesting stories from the day.
And we are back! In this week's first episode, Rajneil Kamath discusses the competition between Snap and Instagram. In addition, he also explains how Apple raked in the money by pledging privacy to its users.
On this episode of The Signal Daily Podcast, we are hitting some interesting notes about Swiggy flirting with social commerce and more on how footballers are not happy about their data being used by betting companies.
On this episode of The Signal Daily podcast Chinmay Bhogle fills you in on Epic Games’ battle with Google, Apple and film making. Also, a little about Sharechat's Moj acquiring Mx TakaTak
On this episode of The Signal Daily, host Chinmay Bhogle talks about Dish TV's latest drama with Yes Bank. Meanwhile, Patanjali Pahwa joins us and explain what are cloud kitchens and why are they the new hotshots in the town!
On this episode of the Signal Daily, Tata says hello to Air India. But Air India employees may not be flying high as they’re forced to find new homes. Speaking of new homes, Mukesh Ambani has found a new home with the likes of Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk as he enters the $100 billion club.
On this episode of The Signal Daily, Priyanka Ganwani talks about what’s really happening with the Zee-Invesco saga; while Chinmay Bhogle tells why oil states want to buy football clubs.
On this episode of The Signal Daily, Priyanka Ganwnai talks about how Steve Jobs really did what he did (and it wasn’t very pretty) on the occasion of his 10th death anniversary; Chinmay Bhogle talks about how the situation with our energy supply and coal shortage is a ticking time bomb for india’s Industrial production.
On this episode of The Signal Daily, Priyanka Ganwani talks about how Licious has taken off as a unicorn and Chinmay Bhogle helps us reflect on Facebook’s blackout and what it did to many of us.
There are power outages coming your way soon. India is buying expensive coal but that may not be enough. And our main story is on Facebook. The whistleblower testimony has changed the way we look at Facebook. All of this in less than 5 minutes.
On this episode of The Signal Daily, host Chinmay Bhogle talks about how broadcasters are gearing up for their best bid with the IPL media rights auction just around the corner. Singapore will pave the way for the world. For more on that, tune in!
Today on The Signal Daily, what would you do if you discovered gold coins at a French mansion? And what's Google searching for? Our host, Rajneil Kamath figures it out for you.
Read The Signal's weekend edition here - The Intersection: https://cutt.ly/XEDBsiE
On this episode of The Signal Daily, Rajneil Kamath tells us about Netflix going big on gaming and Chinmay Bhogle talks to Dinesh Narayanan about how an old dead deal could haunt Oyo's IPO ambition.
On this mid-week episode of The Signal Daily, there is something big that could potentially happen. A massive fundraising round for food delivery platform, Swiggy. Want more details? Tune in to listen to host Chinmay Bhogle and M Saraswathy as they decipher what this new round of funding means for Swiggy especially with the identity of the investor. And one more thing: golf is gold right now! Also our host, Rajneil Kamath explains.
This Signal Daily brings to you a sweet story about the pet-care business booming in India and one about India’s need for a chip or semiconductor production and investment; now more than ever. Host, Chinmay Bhogle talks to writer at The Signal, M Saraswathy to get a deeper insight on chip-scarcity in India and its impact on various sectors.
On this episode of The Signal Daily, we focus on the big comparison (and similarity) between Big Tech companies like Facebook and Big Tobacco. Host, Chinmay Bhogle and Venkat Ananth explain how Facebook’s push for addiction and its resistance by American voters is creating an uproar in the U.S. Also, Rajneil Kamath talks about how some tech companies are tackling employee-burnout.
The world is changing and the UAE is catching up! The Arab nation is trying to push its image beyond ‘oil-trading’ in the post pandemic world with investments in India, other parts of Asia and very recently, Britain. This episode of The Signal Daily is rather interesting and we don’t want you to miss out! Also, imagine entering an Amazon store with high-tech trial rooms - a disruption waiting to happen in the U.S! Host, Chinmay Bhogle speaks to Venkat Ananth (also the co-founder at The Signal) to tell us more.
This mid-week episode by The Signal Daily brings to you an update from Facebook and its implications (on all of us!), along with how Uber finally made money. Tune into find out as host, Chinmay Bhogle fills us in and talks to co-founder at The Signal, Venkat Ananth for some insights.
This Signal Daily episode focuses on two distinct industries: fantasy cricket and global aviation. Dream11 has scored high financially even through the pandemic while the aviation industry across the globe is going through some turbulence in its job opportunities for pilots.
Co-founder of The Signal and host, Chinmay Bhogle tells us all we need to know in a couple of minutes about the ever changing dynamics of two different industries. We also have inputs from Aashika Suresh, writer at The Signal.
It’s the very first Signal Daily episode and here is what we’d like to focus on: Finfluencers making more money than bankers and Netflix’s big win at the Emmys. The common thread? Evolving digital content, the streaming business across the globe and acceleration of the creator economy.
Hear, here! Co-founder at The Signal and host, Chinmay Bhogle takes us through this one. Along with inputs from Patanjali Pahwa (also a co-founder at The Signal).
Dear listeners, you have been reading The Signal, a smorgasbord of carefully selected stories that lands in your inbox every 8 am, five days a week. The Signal Daily is a news podcast that will extend that experience and empower you for the day.
As you would have noticed, The Signal is not merely a collection of the day’s news. Its defining feature is the insight that is embedded in each crisply written story. The Signal Daily takes it further.
Hosted by Rajneil Kamath, it picks one story from the newsletter and dives deep into it. Our in-house experts deconstruct the development and explain its impact and implications. The listening experience is as carefully produced as our newsletters are crafted. And just like The Signal, the podcasts are short and sharp. FWIW, the Signal Daily will also tell you one unusual story.