Google’s $32 Billion Bet on Cloud Security, Acquires WizÂ
Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is making a bold move in the cybersecurity space, announcing the acquisition of Wiz for a staggering $32 billion in an all-cash deal. The purchase is set to strengthen Alphabet’s presence in the highly competitive cloud computing market, where it competes with giants like Amazon and Microsoft. Once the deal is…
Leadership Lessons from Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw: A Pioneer in India’s Biotech Journey
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, the trailblazing founder of Biocon, is a woman who turned a small garage start-up into a global biopharmaceutical giant. As India’s first biotech entrepreneur, she faced numerous roadblocks—gender bias, financial struggles, and industry scepticism—but her resilience, vision, and sheer determination turned challenges into stepping stones. Today, she stands as one of India’s most…
Grown in Labs, Stacked in Cities: The New Era of Food ProductionÂ
Imagine a world where your burger is grown in a lab, your salad comes from a high-tech indoor farm, and the land once used for cattle grazing is now rewilded into lush forests. This isn’t science fiction—it’s the reality unfolding before us as food technology takes centre stage. Lab-grown meat and vertical farming are not…
The Rise of Renting Everything from Fashion to Phones
From fashion to furniture and high-end electronics, the world is moving towards a rental economy. Consumers are increasingly choosing flexibility over ownership, and businesses are cashing in on the opportunity to monetise temporary access to everything imaginable. Whether it’s renting designer handbags, smartphones, or even home gym equipment, the rental revolution is reshaping consumer behaviour….
The Role of Luck in Business Success and Revenue Growth
In the intricate tapestry of business success, the threads of hard work, strategy, and innovation are undeniably prominent. Yet, interwoven among them is an often underappreciated strand: luck. While it is tempting to attribute achievements solely to meticulous planning and relentless effort, acknowledging the role of chance and timing offers a more nuanced understanding of…
Lessons from Netflix & Adobe’s Bold Moves
In a business landscape where change is the only constant, companies that refuse to evolve risk extinction. History is littered with once-great brands—Blockbuster, Kodak, Nokia—that are failing to adapt. On the other hand, businesses like Netflix and Adobe have successfully navigated massive shifts, proving that strategic pivots can drive sustained growth, innovation, and profitability. How…
Shri Nitin Gadkari to address 32nd Convergence India & 10th Smart Cities India Expo
New Delhi, March 17, 2025: The 32nd Convergence India & 10th Smart Cities India Expo 2025, jointly organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, and Exhibitions India Group (EIG), offers a unique opportunity for India’s digital and emerging technologies ecosystem to showcase their achievements and contributions. Scheduled from March…
Apple to Boost India’s Manufacturing with ‘Made in India’ AirPods
Apple is doubling down on its commitment to the ‘Make in India’ initiative by gearing up to produce AirPods locally for export. This move makes AirPods the second product category—after iPhones—to benefit from India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme. Launched in September 2014 by the Prime Minister, ‘Make in India’ is part of a broader vision…
India’s Forex Reserves Soar by $15.26 Billion in a WeekÂ
In a striking turnaround, India’s foreign exchange reserves skyrocketed by $15.267 billion in the week ending March 7, 2025, reaching $653.966 billion. This surge follows a decline of $1.78 billion in the previous week. Interestingly, the increase alone is nearly equal to Pakistan’s total forex reserves. Foreign Currency Assets Drive Growth The bulk of this…