**Peak XV Companions Suffers High-Profile Exodus Amid AI Ambitions: What’s Behind the Drama?** In a shocking turn of events, Indian and Southeast Asian venture capital firm Peak XV Companions has seen a string of senior management departures. The news comes as the firm is doubling down on its Artificial Intelligence (AI) investments and expanding its footprint in the US. But what’s behind the drama? Let’s dive in. According to insiders, the departures were the result of a disagreement with senior partner Ashish Agrawal, who’s been with the firm for over 13 years. Joining Agrawal in his departure are partners Ishaan…
Author: Naveed Ahmad
**The PayPal Shake-Up: CEO Alex Chriss Out, Enrique Lores In – What’s Next?** Uh, yesterday happened and now I’m still trying to wrap my head around the news that PayPal’s CEO, Alex Chriss, is out, and Enrique Lores, the former President and CEO of HP, is in. I’m not alone, right? I mean, who isn’t still trying to figure out what just went down. So, what’s the tea? Apparently, PayPal’s latest earnings report wasn’t exactly a hot mess, but it was close. The company reported lower-than-expected revenue and income, citing the ongoing cost of living crisis and a softening labor…
**The Indian Supreme Courtroom Tells WhatsApp: Respect Your Users’ Privacy or Ship Out** Oh man, the Indian Supreme Courtroom is not messing around when it comes to privacy! In a strongly worded judgment, they’ve told WhatsApp to either respect its users’ privacy or risk getting the boot. This comes after WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy update forced users to either accept broader data-sharing terms or ditch the app altogether. **WhatsApp, listen up: users’ privacy matters!** This isn’t the first time WhatsApp has faced criticism for its privacy policies. The court has raised concerns about how the app uses user data, questioning…
**Getting Chatty with Jonathan Nolan: The Futurist’s Guide to Tech and Storytelling** I’m still reeling from my conversation with Jonathan Nolan, and I’m not just talking about the mind-blowing ideas he shared with me on The Huge Interview podcast. The co-creator of Westworld and executive producer of Fallout is a master of foresight, and it was like getting a sneak peek into his crystal ball. From the impending doom of social media to his own doomsday bunker plans (more on that later!), Jonathan dropped knowledge like a futuristic news anchor. As we chatted, I found myself nodding along to his…
**Can This Startup Crack the Code to Nuclear Fusion?** I’ve been geeking out over nuclear fusion for a while now, and it’s still blowing my mind – a world where power is generated without burning fossil fuels, where energy plants belch out zero greenhouse gases, and where electricity production is as clean and peaceful as a sunny day. Sounds like a dream, but a startup called Avalanche is working tirelessly to make it a reality. And what sets them apart from the competition? A smaller, faster approach that’s giving them a unique edge in the notoriously complex field of fusion…
**The UpScrolled Phenomenon: How 2.5 Million Users Turned Up the Volume** I recently had the chance to chat with Issam Hijazi, the brains behind the new social community UpScrolled, at Net Summit Qatar. Let me tell you, the guy’s got some amazing stories to share! UpScrolled has been making waves lately, hitting an impressive 2.5 million users in just six months. That’s a seriously rapid growth rate, especially considering the platform was still flying under the radar just a few months ago. So, what’s behind the frenzy? According to Hijazi, it all started in January when UpScrolled was still a…
**A Wake-Up Call: Notepad++ Hacked by Chinese Government-Backed Hackers** Hey friends, I’ve got some disturbing news to share with you all. If you’re a Notepad++ fan, you’re going to want to keep reading. According to reports, Notepad++ was hacked by Chinese government-backed hackers between June and December of last year. Yeah, it’s a huge wake-up call for all of us who use this software, and I’m still trying to wrap my head around the implications. So, here’s what went down. The hackers exploited a bug in Notepad++’s website, which was hosted on a shared server. They redirected some users to…
**The Game-Changing Update to OpenAI’s Codex App: Revolutionizing Agentic Coding** Hey there, fellow coders! I’m stoked to share some exciting news about OpenAI’s Codex app. If you’re new to the world of agentic coding, let me give you a quick intro. Agentic coding is about using AI agents to do the heavy lifting for you, freeing up your time to focus on the creative aspects of coding. Think of it like having a super-smart coding assistant that can handle the tedious tasks, allowing you to focus on the fun stuff. So, OpenAI’s Codex app has been making waves in the…
**The Fight for AI Transparency: Mozilla’s Latest Update Gives Firefox Users a Choice** Hey there, Firefox fans! If you’re like me, you’re probably getting a little uneasy about the increasing presence of AI in our browser experiences. I mean, who doesn’t love a good auto-translate or AI-powered suggestion every now and then? But at what cost? Mozilla has got our backs, and their latest update is a major step in the right direction. Starting February 24, Firefox 148 will be rolling out, and it’s bringing a whole new level of AI control to the table. For the first time ever,…
**Breaking News: $2M Accelerator for College Students Nationwide is a Game-Changer** Hey friends, I’m stoked to share some amazing news with you all. Roman Scott and Itbaan Nafi, two Stanford students, have just raised a whopping $2 million for their startup accelerator, Breakthrough Ventures. This is a huge deal for college students and recent graduates across the US, who’ll now have access to the resources and funding they need to take their businesses to the next level. So, what’s Breakthrough Ventures all about? In a nutshell, it’s an accelerator program designed specifically for student founders, offering a comprehensive package of…