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Agile Robots acquired a majority stake in Bengaluru-based XNG Automation to expand local production. "We have acquired a majority stake in Bengaluru-based XNG Automation to expand our local production of automation solutions," said managing director Saravanan Solaiappan. The firm supplies automation tools to major companies like Foxconn and Tata Electronics.
Philips Evnia unveiled its new M4 gaming monitor lineup on Aug. 4, 2026, in Singapore. These monitors use Nature-Eyecare technology to block blue light and ease eye strain during long sessions. The screens feature fast IPS panels and high refresh rates, helping gamers get sharp visuals and smooth, lag-free play.
Telegram returned to the Apple App Store after a temporary suspension. The company shared a post on X saying, "Reports of my demise are greatly exaggerated." While Apple did not explain the removal, the app remains popular with over 1 billion users despite facing scrutiny from authorities in many countries.
Quick commerce platforms expect 14-15 million orders on August 28 for Rakshabandhan, up from 8-9 million last year. Blinkit alone plans to handle 7-7.5 million orders that day. However, brands said Blinkit, Instamart, and Zepto have limited warehouse capacity and inventory slots, showing that the massive surge is straining their systems.
The India Printed Circuit Association plans to ask the government for help as electronics production could fall by 30-40% within three months. Shortages of glass fibre and copper foil, caused by high demand for AI servers, left many small manufacturers struggling. The body will seek duty exemptions and emergency funds soon.
Visa employees in India received layoff emails between 4 am and 5 am on 29 July. The company said on 28 July that it would cut about 7% of its workforce. CEO Ryan McInerney said, "we are eliminating roles" to ensure the firm is positioned for future growth using AI.
Former Swiggy and Zomato executives launched Profound, an AI platform that creates custom representatives. The startup got $1.5 million from Stellaris Venture Partners and 3one4 Capital. Users create these AI agents through a 30-minute voice conversation. The team plans a public beta launch before a full rollout later this year.
WhatsApp is testing privacy-protective age verification methods for Indian users to comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. "To comply with upcoming laws in India like the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, we are testing privacy-protective ways for people to confirm their age," a company spokesperson said on Monday.
Game Freak, the studio behind Pokémon, released Beast of Reincarnation, an action game set 2,000 years in the future. Players control Emma, a mercenary fighting mutated monsters in a postapocalyptic Japan. While the action feels slick, the game struggles to find a unique voice, offering few new ideas for players.
Russia’s anti-monopoly watchdog opened a case against Apple on Monday. The agency said the tech giant failed to follow a warning about the pre-installation of Russian apps on its devices. This move signals a growing conflict over market access for local software developers as authorities push for more domestic control.
The Trump administration invited staff from major artificial intelligence companies including OpenAI, Google and Anthropic on Tuesday to review the completed version of an AI oversight framework. This meeting shows the government wants to shape how this technology grows. Leaders hope these rules will guide AI safely into our future.
US manufacturing activity grew faster in July, reaching a four-year high. The Institute for Supply Management's index rose to 55.6 percent, exceeding expectations. "In July, US manufacturing activity remained in expansion territory, growing at its fastest rate in more than four years," said ISM survey head Susan Spence. Employment also expanded.