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Why is Enterprise Software so complicated in 2021?
In 2021, using enterprise software is akin to taking a road trip. Does it sound exciting to hit the road – not with a plan but only the confidence that you are on the right path? Sure, it does. But
Startup Circle: How is Curol+ helping reduce air pollution and monitor the effects?
Curol+, a young startup with a young team, strives to solve an issue affecting all strata of societies and all age groups – Air Pollution. The company aims to solve this issue with a scientifically proven tested formulation and with
Banks are looking for technology solutions to tap the ‘New to Credit’ consumer segment
Ever since the outbreak of Covid-19 in 2020, Indian banks and the NBFC sector has taken a huge toll in terms of asset quality and future business prospects. After the first wave subsided early this year, there was some optimism
With PharmEasy acquiring MedLife, the e-pharmacy sector to see a paradigm shift
The acquisition of Medlife by IPO-bound PharmEasy will make the latter, the largest player in the domestic online pharmacy sector. The combined entity will have over 2 million customers per month. The acquisition and the covid-19 induced lockdown have ignited
How COVID-19 accelerated the adaptation of virtual events
The pandemic’s occurrence in the year 2020 indeed disrupted our lives and the working of businesses across sectors. While on one hand, it brought about major changes, on the other hand, it also led to the introduction of innovations across
Virtual Education is the next big thing in the new normal
According to UNICEF’s observations, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to global closures in 53 countries and local closures in 27. This translated into an impact on 61.6% of the world’s student population with 32+ crore learners impacted within India alone!
IIT Patna to offer a free online course on Big Data Computing via NPTEL
Machine learning, big data, and data science skills are the most challenging to recruit for. Thus, this can potentially create the greatest resource to find jobs in product development and go-to-market strategies. According to Forbes, Big Data is also one
Uber announces additional financial support as COVID-19 relief for drivers
Uber today announced an additional financial support program for its drivers diagnosed with COVID-19. This comes in addition to the 18.5 crore driver vaccination initiative that began in April. The company states that drivers who will furnish a positive RT
How is Plum accelerating the adoption of organisational health insurance in India?
Healthcare in India is seeing a remarkable shift. Healthcare cost is seeing inflation that is two times the general inflation. We are witnessing newer and unexpected diseases every day, Covid-19 being an example. Treatments of these diseases can wipe out
Amazon announces free COVID-19 health insurance for its sellers in India
Amazon India has announced that it has arranged COVID-19 health insurance cover for sellers on its marketplace. The free-of-cost insurance of one year, in partnership with Acko, will also cover domiciliary treatment expenses. That is, Amazon will fund the premium for sellers
5 Points You Need To Know about the WhatsApp vs Indian Government Row
Let’s take a look at the chronology. The rules for social media, or the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021, come out on February 25. The new guidelines aim to cover all digital content including news portals
IAC spins-off Video Software Solution Vimeo as independent publicly traded company
All-in-one video software solution Vimeo has begun trading on Nasdaq under the symbol “VMEO”. As a result of the spin-off, IAC Shareholders will directly hold interest in Vimeo. That is, the video software is a public company now. The video
Growth Strategy to Accelerate Cloud Computing post-COVID-19
2020 has turned out to be a golden year for cloud computing. Covid-19 has made tech infrastructure companies find innovative ways to meet the accelerated demand for cloud-based offerings. Several existing factors have driven cloud transitions, and now they seem to
Ex-COO Sunil Mittal to now lead CSS Corp as CEO wef July 1.
Consultancy firm CSS Corp has announced the elevation of Sunil Mittal as the organization’s next CEO. Sunil Mittal, currently the COO at CSS Corp will take up the new role effective July 1st succeeding Manish Tandon. Tandon has decided to
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[Women in STEM] Lata Singh, Director-Partner Ecosystem, IBM, India and South Asia
Lata Singh, Director-Partner Ecosystem, IBM, India and South Asia, is an IT professional with 25+ years of industry experience. She has constantly worked in the Alliance Management and Consultative sales sector and developed a strong network in IT Industry. “The network
Paytm eyes INR 22,000 Crores IPO near Diwali-2021: Report
According to a Bloomberg report, Fintech Decacorn Paytm is aiming to raise $3 Billion (≈INR 22000 crores) in IPO. The report quoted an inside official who states that this could be the biggest IPO in India following Coal India IPO
MedicSetu to provide free virtual OPD for home quarantined COVID-19 patients
A group of IT professionals launched a consultation portal, MedicSetu to help COVID-19 patients who are under self-isolation or suspecting patients to connect with doctors for regular consultations. MIT Boston alumnus Kunaal Prasad, who worked on the development of the Aarogya
India, take note: Here’s how the Bulgarian Government will allow correction in Covid Vaccine Certificate
In the vaccinated population of 16 crores, we have over a thousand people who are a victim of mistakes in their covid vaccine certificate. This could lead to not receiving a second dose or a final certificate of the vaccine.
IT Companies that have announced Employee Dedicated Initiatives Against COVID-19
The pandemic has been the largest global health crisis and the working class has faced serious ramifications. It has affected every socio-economic demographic and created acute anxiety. This has impacted the mental health of individuals in unpredictable ways. But the initiatives
Movers and Packers Guide: Aggregation offers a secure environment to consumers
When you need to hire a cab, do you dial every driver you know in your vicinity or listed on Google? Or do you prefer logging into one app to get multiple taxi options at your disposal? There’s little doubt
