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Swiggy’s pre-IPO Esop sale; GST & ride-hailing apps
Food delivery company Swiggy will buy back Esops worth $65 million, its fifth such exercise. This and more on today’s ETtech Top 5.
Investors flock to new-age food brands; ecommerce sales report
Happy Wednesday! Investors are showing a strong appetite for new-age food brands, with notable investments and expansions taking place. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
When are the next Olympic Games going to be held? How to watch live for free, streaming details, and more
The Olympic Games are held every four years, with the upcoming scheduled to begin this month In Paris. The Paris Olympics 2024 will see a plethora of events being held with participation of some of the leading and popular sportsmen in the world. Here's how you can catch all the action around the Paris Olympics 2024 live, that too for free.
India vs Zimbabwe T20 Live Streaming: When and where to watch today's match? Here are all details
Ind vs Zim Live Streaming: India's T20 World Cup campaign is set to begin with a five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe in Harare. Shubman Gill, 24, will lead India with young stars like Riyan Parag, Abhishek Sharma, and Rinku Singh. India is the stronger team against Zimbabwe in men's T20 internationals, having won six of the eight encounters. Abhishek Sharma, who scored 484 runs in 16 matches at a strike-rate of 204.22, will open with him in the series.
Neymar wins £ 240,000 in an online poker game; here are the details
Brazilian footballer Neymar participated in an online poker game and won approximately £ 240,000. His passion for various online games is well known.
Why did this flight attendant block empty seats with a ‘barrier’? What did the netizens say?
A flight attendant on board a United Airlines flight decided to block the empty seats and asked the passengers to pay for the upgrade. This has triggered an online debate.
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Ixigo's stock rally continues; retro tax relief likely for egaming cos
Shares of Ixigo continued to surge a day after the travel platform’s IPO. This and more on today’s ETtech Top 5.
UPI boosts RuPay market share; cost pressure for gaming firms
Happy Thursday! The integration of UPI with RuPay credit cards has pushed up new issuances but transaction growth hasn’t kept up. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Can you opt out of Meta's AI scraping? Sort of
Meta announced the expansion of its AI services globally, using public information to train its AI starting June 26, sparking privacy concerns in Europe. Users in the U.S. were already subject to this practice. The program's future expansion remains uncertain.
Kung Fu Panda 4 on OTT: Official streaming details released | When and where to watch
Kung Fu Panda 4 continues the story from its predecessors, following the adventures of the beloved panda Po, voiced by Jack Black. Assigned with the mission of finding a successor to the role of Dragon Warrior, Po sets off on one final daring quest.
Startups’ new hiring strategies; unprecedented poll buzz online
Happy Thursday! While layoffs continue, startups are strategically refilling certain open positions with lower-salaried junior staff to cut costs. This in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Beware! Misleading ad-game tricking Indians rather than offering ‘Umeedo Wali Dhoop’?
Advertisements have left a lasting impact over the years, from Amul's iconic "Utterly Butterly Delicious" to Cadbury's memorable ads. However, misleading claims in ads, especially in the digital space, are increasing. ASCI found that 81% of the 8,299 ads evaluated in 2023-24 were misleading. Social media influencers often promote products without proper regulation. Technological advancements and ethical guidelines are needed to ensure transparency and authenticity in advertising, to maintain consumer trust and loyalty.
GameStop Shares Surge After 'Roaring Kitty' Reemerges
Amid the market mayhem, hedge funds that bet against meme stocks blew up and trading apps struggled to keep up. The chaos inspired the 2023 film "Dumb Money," directed by Craig Gillespie.
Video Game Hall of Fame: 5 games make the cut; Have you played them?
5 top video games have been inducted into the hall of fame of World Video Game. These games have been recognized for their contributions in multiple ways.
‘Digitalisation of Schengen Visa application will be a game changer’
Teodora Marinska, COO and Head of Public Affairs at the European Travel Commission, highlighted the benefits of digitizing the Schengen visa application process, making it easier for foreigners to access the bloc. The move aims to address challenges such as limited appointment slots and visa applications due to ease of procedures in certain embassies. Digitalization promises a seamless process with automated appointment allocation.
Unified GCC visa: Middle East’s multi-nation travel permit to be rolled out this year
The Saudi Tourism Authority has said the imminent introduction of the Unified GCC visa, permitting travellers to explore all six Gulf nations for more than 30 days, is scheduled for implementation by year's end. This initiative, introduced by the UAE Minister of Economy at the Arabian Travel Market, seeks to stimulate tourism and streamline travel throughout the GCC region. Comprising Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, the Gulf Cooperation Council is actively participating in this endeavour.
Best Meme Tokens to Invest In May 2024
As the meme coin landscape matures, certain projects stand out. Here are the top 10 meme tokens that exhibit strong growth signals fueled by dedicated communities, real-world use cases, and evolving technologies.
States & online gaming regulations; banks tap startups to foil frauds
Happy Monday! In the absence of central government’s self-regulatory mechanisms, states are framing laws for online real money gaming. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
WWE 2K24 video game is trending after shocking development. Details here
A content creator by the username of WhatsTheStatus was handed a permanent online ban by developers based on 'inappropriate content', say reports.
Manchester United vs Chelsea live streaming free: Prediction, kick off, team news, how to watch Premier league online, on TV
Chelsea vs Man Utd Premier League will be streamed live for soccer fans in the US. We have kick off, team news, injury details from both sides.
'Ark: The Animated Series': Release date, where to watch online, download, episodes, key details
"Ark: The Animated Series" release date is here and can be watched online. Popular Hollywood actors Vin Diesel and Michelle Yeoh are part of the voice cast of this epic series being adapted from an adventure video game.
MrBeast, the most subscribed YouTuber, bringing world's 'biggest' reality show on TV. Where to watch
Amazon Prime Video has okayed Beast Games, to behosted by MrBeast, featuring 1000 contestants vying for a $5 million prize. The series, inspired by his YouTube show, aims to champion creators and deliver a unique viewing experience.
LinkedIn may soon add gaming to its services: report
Looking at the viral success of Wordle, professional networking platform LinkedIn is looking to venture into gaming, to boost user engagement on its app and website
Promoter tag for Prosus in Swiggy IPO; SaaS play for revenue-linked financiers
Swiggy's largest investor Prosus is likely to be tagged a promoter in the company as plans for trimming stake ahead of an IPO haven’t materialised. Details of this and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Game theory: China softens stance on gaming after $80 billion rout
Chinese officials rekindled fear that they will start another round of tech crackdowns after top gaming regulator National Press and Publication Administration announced on Friday new rules to limit the development of online games, including an unspecified cap on spending by adult players.
China unveils new gaming curbs, sending tech stocks tumbling
China on Friday announced new plans to restrict the online gaming industry, sending shares in tech giants including Tencent tumbling. Beijing first moved against the gaming sector in 2021 as part of a sprawling crackdown on big tech, including a strict cap on the amount of time children could spend playing online.
"The Last of Us Online" canceled, but what's next? Naughty Dog teases new single-player adventures
Naughty Dog, known for its successful "The Last of Us" franchise, including the recent hit "The Last of Us Part II," faced a crucial decision: shift entirely to live service games or uphold their legacy of creating story-driven single-player experiences. The studio chose the latter, emphasizing its dedication to delivering captivating stories, characters, and gameplay.
Govt serves online gaming companies tax notices worth Rs 1 lakh crore
Indian tax authorities have served notices worth about 1 trillion rupees ($12.03 billion) to online gaming companies, a government official said on Wednesday
Combatting cheaters: Modern Warfare 3 unveils Ricochet anti-cheat update
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 has introduced the powerful Ricochet Anti-Cheat Update to wage a battle against cheaters and enhance the gaming experience. With this update, players can expect a more fair and enjoyable environment while diving into the action-packed world of Modern Warfare 3.
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