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Ambani’s JioHotstar Hires Former Uber Executive to Supercharge Data Strategy

David Zakkam Joins as Head of Analytics & Data Strategy In a major move signaling JioHotstar’s ambitions to dominate the digital streaming space, David Zakkam, a seasoned data and analytics expert, has been appointed as Senior Vice President and Head of Analytics & Data Strategy. Zakkam brings over 20 years of experience with global technology giants, including Uber, Meta, Swiggy, and Mu…
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Startup

Meta’s Krishna Mehra Joins Elevation Capital to Supercharge AI and SaaS Investments — Here’s What This Means for Indian Startups

Krishna Mehra’s Big Move: From Meta to Elevation Capital to Boost SaaS and AI Startups In a major shake-up in India’s tech and venture capital scene, Krishna Mehra, a former Meta executive, has joined Elevation Capital as a Partner. Mehra will be taking the lead in guiding the firm’s investments in SaaS (Software as a Service) and AI (Artificial Intelligence) startups. Based out of Silicon…
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WhatsApp Faces Major Outage Across India: Users Struggle to Send Messages

November 25, 2024 – WhatsApp, the popular messaging app owned by Meta, experienced a significant outage affecting users across India today. The issue began around 7 AM, with many people reporting problems with sending messages, updating statuses, and even connecting to the app itself. Despite the widespread disruptions, Meta has yet to release an official statement explaining the cause of the…
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Meta Set to Unveil AR Glasses at Connect Conference Amid AI and VR Updates

Meta is gearing up to kick off its annual Connect conference at its California headquarters, where it is expected to unveil its first augmented reality (AR) glasses and announce updates to its virtual reality and artificial intelligence products. Among the anticipated AI updates is an audio enhancement that allows users to choose a voice for Meta’s chatbot, with options to sound like celebrities…
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Mark Zuckerberg’s Wealth Surges by $70 Billion This Year, Nearing $200 Billion Milestone

Mark Zuckerberg’s fortune has skyrocketed by approximately $70 billion this year, bringing his net worth to $198 billion, as reported by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This substantial increase marks a leap from $128 billion at the start of the year. Zuckerberg now holds the third position on the global rich list, surpassing LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault, who is valued at $183 billion, and…
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Mark Zuckerberg Reflects on His ’20-Year Mistake’ and Declares He’s Done Apologizing

Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, recently opened up about a significant regret from his two decades of leading Facebook, now Meta. During a live event for the “Acquired” podcast at San Francisco’s Chase Center, Zuckerberg described a “20-year mistake” related to how Meta has handled various controversies and criticisms over the years. Zuckerberg’s Reflection on Apologies and…
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Former Meta Executive Mohit Rajani Joins Meesho as Chief Product Officer

E-commerce giant Meesho has appointed Mohit Rajani as its new Chief Product Officer (CPO). Rajani, who brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles, will lead Meesho’s product organization, overseeing product management, design, and analytics teams. This strategic appointment comes at a pivotal time for Meesho as it continues to scale its operations and refine its product…
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Meta Launches Verified Plans for Businesses on Facebook and Instagram in India

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has introduced Verified plans tailored for businesses operating on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp in India. This initiative aims to provide enhanced tools and support for businesses to manage their online presence effectively. Subscription Plans Overview Meta offers four distinct subscription plans targeted at businesses looking to elevate their online…
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