Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former Meta executive, accuses the company of prioritizing profit over ethics, enabling misinformation and violence, and suppressing internal dissent. Her memoir, "Careless People," has sparked controversy, with Meta denying the allegations and claiming she was fired for poor performance.
Mumbai is set to become a global hub for creative technology with the establishment of the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) and the hosting of the World Audio-Visual & Entertainment Summit 2025 (WAVES 2025). The IICT, funded by a ₹400 crore grant from the central government, will focus on a range of creative fields and serve as a leading center for innovation in the creative technology industry.
Baidu has launched two new AI models, Ernie 4.5 and Ernie X1, marking its latest push to compete in the global AI race. Ernie 4.5 is a next-generation multimodal AI capable of processing text, images, audio, and videos, while Ernie X1 is Baidu's first deep-thinking AI, optimised for reasoning and logic-based tasks.
Akie Doi, a Japanese tourist visiting Puri, has become a one-woman clean-up force, inspiring locals and tourists alike to prioritize cleanliness on the beach. Her efforts have garnered support from the local community and the district administration, sparking an online debate about social responsibility and environmental awareness.
Maruti Suzuki, India's largest car manufacturer, is set to increase vehicle prices by up to 4% from April 2025 due to rising input and operational costs. The company acknowledges the need to pass on some of these increased expenses to consumers while remaining committed to minimizing the impact on them.