Nvidia Faces New AI Chip Contenders
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Nvidia Faces New AI Chip Contenders

While Nvidia dominates the AI chip landscape, a wave of ambitious startups is working on next-gen processors to challenge its grip—especially in data centers and at the edge. These startups are exploring a wide range of technologies, spanning advanced optical systems and purpose-built edge AI chips, to drive the next era of AI computing.

Celestial AI

Based in Santa Clara, Celestial AI is reinventing how data moves inside AI systems with its Photonic Fabric, an optical interconnect that promises to crush bandwidth and latency limits. The company raised $175 million in a hotly pursued Series C round with backing from AMD, Samsung, and Porsche SE. Already seeing interest from major hyperscalers, Celestial AI bolstered its edge by acquiring key IP from Rockley Photonics, making it a major force in silicon photonics for AI infrastructure.

SiMa.ai 

SiMa.ai, based in San Jose, delivers a software-first machine learning system-on-chip (MLSoC) platform designed specifically for edge AI. Its Modalix chip family supports everything from computer vision to large multimodal models—all with 10x performance-per-watt improvements over existing solutions. With $270 million in total funding and recent partnerships with Lanner, Arrow, Supermicro, and Cvedia, SiMa.ai has positioned itself as the go-to solution for efficient, scalable AI at the edge.

Enfabrica

Enfabrica, headquartered in Mountain View, is building ultra-fast connectivity solutions tailored for AI workloads. Its flagship chip, the Accelerated Compute Fabric SuperNIC, supports massive throughput—up to 3.2 TB/s—along with robust Ethernet and PCIe capabilities. With a fresh $115 million Series C fundraise, Enfabrica is gearing up to roll out its game-changing silicon to high-performance GPU clusters in data centers.

Hailo

Tel Aviv-based Hailo is building low-power AI chips optimized for GenAI workloads in devices like PCs and smart vehicles. Its latest Hailo-10 chip pushes high-performance AI processing with minimal power draw. With $120 million raised and tie-ups with Raspberry Pi, Adlink, and SolidRun, Hailo is fast becoming a key player in cost-effective AI acceleration at the edge.

Groq

Groq, another Mountain View startup, is focused on AI inference at blazing speeds. Its unique language processing unit (LPU) powers both cloud-based and on-premise AI deployments. With $640 million secured in Series D funding and a $2.8 billion valuation, Groq is scaling fast. The company has signed strategic deals with Carahsoft and Aramco to bring its compute power to the public sector and massive data centers across the Middle East.

Meghalaya Receives Two Prestigious Awards from UIDAI Ceremony
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Meghalaya Receives Two Prestigious Awards from UIDAI Ceremony

Mumbai / National, 16th April 2025: The Government of Meghalaya has been honored with two prestigious awards by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) at the Aadhaar Samvaad event held on 8 April 2025 at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre, New Delhi.

Meghalaya was recognized in the following two categories:

1. Award for Best Performing State in Carrying Out Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBUs) of Children, and

2. Award for Best Performing State in Verification of Adult Aadhaar Enrolment.

These awards are a testament to the State’s exemplary performance in strengthening Aadhaar-related services and ensuring comprehensive and accurate enrolment for both children and adults across Meghalaya.

The awards were received on behalf of the State by Shri Shai Kupar War, Nodal Officer (Aadhaar), General Administration Department (GAD), Government of Meghalaya.

Dr Joram Beda, IAS, Commissioner & Secretary to the Government of Meghalaya and State Nodal Officer for Aadhaar, expressed his satisfaction and appreciation for the achievement. He remarked, “This recognition reflects the unwavering commitment and dedication of our Aadhaar team from field-level staff to district officials and technical staff. I congratulate everyone who contributed to this outstanding performance.”

The General Administration Department remains committed to working in close coordination with UIDAI and various departments to further improve the delivery and outreach of Aadhaar services in Meghalaya, ensuring that every resident has access to their unique identity and to essential government schemes.

Power Networking at Ofis Square
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Power Networking at Ofis Square

Noida, April 16 2025– Ofis Square, the new-age coworking destination redefining professional workspaces in India, recently served as the venue partner for a dynamic business networking meet at its Sector 62, Noida centre. Organised by Let’s Collab, a full-service agency that bridges the gap between talented influencers, sports personalities, and brands, in collaboration with Vastu Shilp Design the event focused on empowering small businesses, startups, and creators. Held in Ofis Square’s fully equipped 50-seater auditorium, the event also featured a special video session at their newly launched in-house theatre highlighting the space’s tech-enabled infrastructure and vibrant community focus.

The meet brought together a diverse and inspiring lineup of creators, entrepreneurs, professionals, and wellness experts. The day began with a rejuvenating Reiki healing session, followed by engaging talks from Tarandeep, a well-known lifestyle and fitness influencer, who shared tips on incorporating wellness into busy routines. Arti Singh, a marketing professional and content creator, emphasized brand positioning in the digital age. Entrepreneur Sumit Varma, Founder of School Yatra, The Great India Kids Festival, and College Yatra, and Director of SVEI, offered business insights and also spoke about his podcast, Brewed Talks. Business leader and influencer Dr. Kushi Gupta shared her journey, while popular food and lifestyle influencer Rahul Ahuja (@eatsindia) added flavor to the discussions with his content creation expertise. Sagorika Bhattacharya, GM and Creative Director at TV9 Network, who also heads IPs at the network, spoke about the evolving content landscape. Nehal Bharadwaj, entrepreneur and content creator, hosted the event with enthusiasm and flair.

Surbhi Mittal, Director of Public Relations & CSR at Ofis Square, shared her thoughts: “We’re proud to host events that support the spirit of collaboration and entrepreneurship. Ofis Square is more than just a workplace—it’s a community where innovators, creatives, and changemakers can truly thrive. Our state-of-the-art spaces, including the new in-house theatre, reflect our commitment to creating inspiring environments that foster growth and idea exchange.”

Nehal Bhardwaj, Founder of Vastu Shilp Design shared, “Our goal was to create a vibrant platform where creators, professionals, and changemakers can engage meaningfully and support each other’s growth. Hosting this at Ofis Square, a place that mirrors our energy and vision, made the experience all the more powerful. It’s important for small businesses and influencers to have access to such networks and spaces that encourage collaboration.”

Adding star power to its innovative brand ethos, Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor was recently announced as the official Brand Ambassador of Ofis Square. Her youthful energy and entrepreneurial spirit align seamlessly with the company’s mission to inspire the next generation of dreamers, doers, and disruptors.

With premium infrastructure, modern amenities, and a strong emphasis on community and collaboration, Ofis Square continues to serve as a springboard for startups, freelancers, and digital creators across Delhi NCR.

SingleInterface Brings AI to Storefronts Effortlessly
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SingleInterface Brings AI to Storefronts Effortlessly

New Delhi, April 16, 2025: SingleInterface, Asia’s largest retail tech platform for multi-location brands, today unveiled its integrated AI platform – SingleInterface AI – marking its transformation into the first full-stack AI software suite built exclusively for storefronts.

From digital-first to AI-first, SingleInterface AI redefines how multi-location brands get discovered by their customers and engage with hyperlocal audiences—at every store, every pin on the map, and every customer touchpoint.

“We believe the future of hyperlocal marketing and commerce is AI-native. It’s transforming how every storefront shows up in “near me” searches, responds, and grows. With SingleInterface AI, we’re embedding enterprise-grade intelligence into every hyperlocal brand interaction,” said Tarun Sobhani, Co-Founder and CEO, SingleInterface.

AI That Impacts Every Location
This launch unifies and elevates SingleInterface’s core offerings—from business listings to engagement—into one smart, self-learning platform. With advanced interaction analytics and real-time sentiment decoding, SingleInterface AI turns every storefront into a performance engine. Brands gain sharper visibility into local trends, intent signals, and campaign impact—driving measurable growth and actionable insights at every touchpoint.

What’s Inside SingleInterface AI

SingleInterface AI offers a modular yet deeply integrated suite of AI engines, each solving a distinct challenge faced by multi-location enterprises.

  • Presence AI: Ensures every location (branch, outlet, or store) is easily searchable with up-to-date information, enabled by automated listings across Google, Apple Maps, car navigation systems and AI voice assistants.
  • Pages AI: Automatically generates high-performing, search-optimized microsites for each individual location complete with real-time content, embedded chat, and actionable CTAs.
  • Reviews AI: Understands location-level customer reviews with AI-powered emotional intelligence, allowing marketers to respond with empathy.
  • Engagement AI: Connects the dots between CRM data and real-time conversations, enabling hyper-contextual WhatsApp, email, and web chat outreach.
  • Campaigns AI: Localizes brand campaigns with geo-fenced insights, content fatigue detection, and audience behaviour tracking across every city or Pin/Zip code.
  • Interactions AI: Transcribes and analyzes every customer interaction made with the brand or the nearest location to reveal sentiment, missed opportunities, and conversion blockers.
  • Audience AI uses real-world behavior signals—like location patterns, visit frequency, and category interest—to identify high-intent buyers before they enter your funnel, powering more precise campaigns and stronger ROI.
  • Competition AI: Maps search performance block-by-block, benchmarking each outlet and highlighting areas to win more “near me” searches.
  • Insights AI: Unifies data across modules to deliver a 360° view of brand performance—highlighting trends, and surfacing actionable intelligence at every location.

With over 400 multi-location brands across industries such as F&B, automotive, telecom, retail, banking, financial services, real estate, education, travel, and healthcare, SingleInterface is setting a new benchmark for AI-driven location-based marketing.

Rockwell Automation Enables NKP Pharma to Meet Key Regulatory Standards
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Rockwell Automation Enables NKP Pharma to Meet Key Regulatory Standards

16th April, 2025: Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital, has successfully partnered with NKP Pharma, a leading manufacturer of pharmaceutical packaging machinery, to implement an advanced visualization solution that enhances regulatory compliance and data accessibility in pharmaceutical manufacturing. By integrating Rockwell Automation’s FactoryTalk® Optix™, NKP Pharma […]

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Danube Properties Marks Early Opalz Completion with Grand Dubai Celebration
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Danube Properties Marks Early Opalz Completion with Grand Dubai Celebration

New Delhi 16th April 2025: Danube Properties, one of the UAE’s most trusted and fast-growing real estate developers, marked the early completion of its third consecutive project, Opalz by Danube, with a vibrant Eid Festival held at the project site in Dubai Science Park. The celebration took place at Opalz by Danube and was free […]

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Ancient Indian Art Gets New Life: Vedanta Empowers Rural Artisans on World Art Day 2025
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Ancient Indian Art Gets New Life: Vedanta Empowers Rural Artisans on World Art Day 2025

As the world celebrates World Art Day 2025 with the theme “A Garden of Expression: Cultivating Community Through Art,” Vedanta is leading a quiet cultural resurgence in India’s rural heartlands. In Odisha and Rajasthan, where ancient crafts like Dhokra metalwork, Saura paintings, Ajrak block-printing, and Appliqué embroidery have told the stories of their people for […]

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MAHE Bengaluru Hosts Grand 2nd Edition of Open House: Bigger, Bolder, Unmissable
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MAHE Bengaluru Hosts Grand 2nd Edition of Open House: Bigger, Bolder, Unmissable

Bengaluru, 16th April 2025: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Bengaluru hosted the second edition of Bengaluru’s biggest Open House, an engaging open house event that showcased wide range of academic programs, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and the full-of life campus premises at MAHE B’LRU. The event took place on 12th April at the MAHE B’LRU campus. […]

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SPARK Radiology Unveils SPARK.ai in India, Revolutionizing Radiology with AI
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SPARK Radiology Unveils SPARK.ai in India, Revolutionizing Radiology with AI

16th April, 2025: SPARK Radiology, an innovator in medical imaging solutions, today announced the India launch of SPARK.ai, a powerful new technology platform built to transform how radiologists manage their daily reporting workflows. In a healthcare environment where radiologists are under increasing pressure, SPARK.ai introduces a reimagined approach to workflow design—reducing manual overhead, enabling faster […]

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Spectacle Soars: Fireworks Four Times Bigger
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Spectacle Soars: Fireworks Four Times Bigger

Delhi/Mumbai, April 16, 2025 – Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG) is proud to announce the enhancement of Singapore’s award-winning night show, Wings of Time , now rebranded to Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony. Following its 10th anniversary celebration in 2024, this iconic show at Sentosa’s Siloso Beach has undergone a stunning upgrade, offering an even more immersive and grandiose experience for audiences worldwide. Since its debut in 2014, the night show has become a landmark attraction, captivating over six million visitors with its unique fusion of advanced technology and captivating visual effects. Starting 1 February 2025, Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony will unveil a major upgrade: an extended fireworks display, now four times longer, delivering an even more spectacular experience.

Mr Buhdy Bok, Managing Director of MFLG, stated, “The Wings of Time show has long been a highlight for Indian tourists and MICE groups visiting Sentosa. With the enhanced fireworks display, featuring nearly 200 spectacular shots lighting up the sky above Siloso Beach each night, we are elevating the experience to new heights. The fireworks, soaring up to 40 meters, are seamlessly synchronised with key moments of the show, creating an even more immersive and unforgettable spectacle.”

The show follows Shahbaz, a mystical prehistoric bird, as he embarks on an extraordinary journey with his friends Rachel and Felix through awe-inspiring landscapes and pivotal moments in history. With a combination of synchronised fireworks, 3D projection mapping, lasers, water fountains, and effects, Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony offers a mesmerising experience designed to appeal to audiences of all ages, making it a must-see experience for visitors from around the world.

Located at the heart of Beach Station and easily accessible via Sentosa Sensoryscape, Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony offers two nightly performances at 7:40 PM and 8:40 PM, each lasting approximately 20 minutes. With a capacity to accommodate 2,500 guests per show, it serves as the perfect grand finale to a day at Sentosa, captivating audiences with its dazzling spectacle set against the island’s scenic backdrop, making it a one-of-a-kind experience in Singapore.