Innovation

AI is not only disrupting the creative world, but also emerging as a creative contender itself. Because of the scale of innovation, there is a need for clarity of the law in protecting AI-generated outputs guided by humans

OPINION | India’s Innovation Handicap: How to overcome it

What India needs is regulatory courage, policy urgency, and a cultural rewiring that sees innovation as national infrastructure, not optional luxury

China replaces Germany in top 10 of UN's most innovative nations. Is India on the list?

R&D growth is set to slow to 2.3% this year from 2.9% last year, which was its lowest since 2010 after the financial crisis

Karnataka to set up 'global innovation hub' in Bengaluru airport city

 ‘District I’ will anchor a 28 million sqft business park, merging R&D, education, lifestyle, and enterprise to position Bengaluru as the global innovation capital

Sridhar Vembu rates product innovation in India: Would give ourselves about 35%

But when it comes to process innovation, the Zoho co-founder said that the Indian industry is 'world-class'. 'For example, our airlines, hospitals, retail, and financial services are excellent,' he said.

Trump, TSMC announce $100 billion investment | U.S. chip plants | Arizona main beneficiary | N18G

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) announced an investment of at least $100 billion in the United States to expand its semiconductor production. The investment will fund five new advanced fabrication facilities, with a significant portion directed to Arizona, where TSMC has already invested heavily. This expansion, which follows a prior $65 billion commitment during President Biden's administration, includes three new fabrication plants, two advanced packaging facilities, and a research and development center, creating approximately 40,000 construction jobs over the next four years. TSMC's CEO, C.C. Wei, stated the investment would support advancements in AI and smartphones. Taiwanese officials have said they will review the investment to ensure it aligns with Taiwan’s semiconductor interests, considering the sector's competitiveness. There are concerns that shifting too much production abroad could weaken Taiwan’s "Silicon Shield," its dominant role in chipmaking, which is seen as a key geopolitical asset amid tensions with China.

Future Martian homes? A team from IIT-Madras creates waterless concrete for construction on Mars

IIT Madras' ExTeM team pioneers solutions for space colonization, developing waterless concrete for Martian construction, and driving innovations for sustainable human life beyond Earth.

‘Welcome to Mars’: Elon Musk's futuristic ‘Red Planet Colony’ post goes viral – See what he predicted

Elon Musk's vision for a Mars colony has sparked debate after a futuristic video showcasing a Martian cityscape went viral, reigniting discussions on terraforming and sustainability.

MIT develops swarms of tiny robotic insects that fly 100 times longer to aid pollination

MIT scientists are developing robotic insects that can help with pollination, potentially boosting crop production without harming nature, with designs inspired by real insects.

IISc's FSID, ARAI to establish CoE for innovation and research in mobility sector

The partnership will establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE), focusing on research, development, technology innovation, and testing, validation, and engineering services in the mobility space.

'How it started vs how it's going': Elon Musk shares viral post reflecting on SpaceX's journey

Elon Musk reflects on SpaceX's remarkable progress since 2002, from humble beginnings to launching the Starship rocket, redefining space exploration possibilities.

In 2025, will Indian business finally unleash its innovation potential?

In the Year of the Snake, can Indian business find its innovation bite? Judging by its performance in 2024, the chances are slim

Camera control, AI in phones and more: Tech innovations we saw in 2024

The year 2024 was predictably busy and full of shiny new gadgets that arrived with exciting innovations and cool features. Here are some that caught our eye

Dont hinder innovation, but be more conscious of cost, benefits of crypto, online gaming: CEA

Regulators need to be cautious of their unelected powers, they need to be accountable, says CEA

NASA reveals Sunita Williams' Astrobee act: How it aids astronauts and satellite management

Astronaut Sunita Williams showcases NASA's Astrobee robot on the International Space Station, highlighting its capabilities and potential for space sustainability.

Karnataka to set up 3 Global Innovation Districts for GCCs: Siddaramaiah

Speaking at the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024, Siddaramaiah said that Bengaluru Global Innovation District will be part of the Knowledge, Wellbeing, and Innovation City (KWIN City)

On this day, October 22 - Know what happened today in history

Discover the significant events, notable birthdays, and deaths that occurred on October 22, shaping the world's history in science, politics, culture, and more.

Astronauts could use asteroids to prepare meals in space, new study claims. Here's how

A recent study suggests that asteroids could provide an unexpected food source for space travellers.

Going Global: Karnataka's innovation alliance helps 40 startups to enter international markets

Under Karnataka's Global Innovation Alliance – Market Access Programme (GIA-MAP), startups are being helped to explore global markets. Ten startups each have entered the UAE, Singapore, and Australia, while seven have entered Belgium.

On this day, September 3 - Know what happened today in history

On September 3rd, history witnessed the birth of eBay, Qatar's independence, and the signing of the Treaty of Paris, each event leaving a lasting impact on global culture and politics. The day also marks notable births and deaths of influential figures who shaped their respective fields.

DS Group: Weaving threads of success and responsibility through 95 years

DS Group is a formidable force across an extensive and diverse portfolio with a presence in Mouth Freshener, Food and Beverage, Confectionery, Hospitality, Agri, Luxury Retail businesses, and other investments.

Koo Closure: A wake-up call for new-age entrepreneurs to up their innovation game

A greater focus on groundbreaking innovation of a global scale can ensure continued high resonance for the offerings among the target audience and, in the process, make the business more sustainable

Partner with startups to drive disruption, experts urge GCCs

Experts said the need for collaborating with the startups is going to be imperative as they can infuse fantastic innovation into the organisations

Rs 1 lakh crore corpus to incentivise R&D amid India’s patent boom bodes well for innovation

India’s budding scientists and a variety of institutions are poised to benefit from the loosening of purse strings for R&D. More patents can be granted by increasing the number of examiners and other personnel in patent offices. At the current pace, expect the granting of one lakh patents by 2025-26