CRITICAL THINKING IN AI
India critical to global strategy, says Spencer Stuart's Jordan Brugg, but warns of executive talent crunch
India's talent pool holds immense strategic value for future growth. However, companies face near-term challenges due to high demand and limited executive availability. Experts suggest a need for strategic talent planning, development, and succession planning. Companies are looking for leaders with agility and empowering styles. Succession planning is expanding beyond top leadership.
Elon Musk reignites feud with Sam Altman over past Trump remarks
Elon Musk, a cofounder-turned-critic of OpenAI, sued the company last year, alleging it had strayed from its mission of serving the public interest. On May 4, OpenAI reaffirmed that it would stay under nonprofit control, shelving earlier plans to convert into a fully for-profit firm.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other US tech leaders testify to Congress on AI competition with China
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and tech leaders from Microsoft, AMD, and CoreWeave told US lawmakers that AI could surpass the internet in societal impact, urging unified regulation and major infrastructure investment. They warned that fragmented rules and restrictive trade policies could weaken America's global leadership amid fierce competition, especially from China.
Not just for retirees: Why Gen Z should embrace bonds early in their journey
Vineet Agarwal advocates for Gen Z to consider bonds as a stable investment foundation amidst equity market uncertainties. Bonds offer predictable returns, monthly cash flows, and low volatility, making them a powerful tool for young investors. He suggests bonds can be a crucial component for short-term financial planning and wealth creation.
Wham, bam, all the spams & scams: Why India needs a multi-pronged approach to kill cyber fraud
Cybercrime is a growing threat in India. Fraudsters use sophisticated techniques to target individuals. They exploit emotions through various online platforms. India may lose ?20k cr to cybercrime in 2025. A coordinated response is needed from telecom providers, banks, and government. The author suggests creating a fraud bureau and educating consumers. Regulation of all digital platforms is crucial for protection.
'My wife thought it was cute': Trump's bizarre response on his 'loved' AI viral image of him as Pope
President Donald Trump last week posted an AI-generated image of himself as the Pope, inviting criticism from all quarters. Now, the President has claimed that the image was loved by the Catholics. The image showed Trump in a white cassock and a Mitre hat with a large gold cross around his neck, with the White House's official X, formerly Twitter, account later republishing the photo.
Human Development progress slows to 35-year low: UNDP
A recent UNDP report reveals a concerning slowdown in global human development, reversing progress and widening inequalities. The Human Development Index has stalled across all regions, threatening the achievement of key milestones. However, the report suggests that Artificial Intelligence offers a potential solution, with a human-centered approach to AI that could reignite development and create new opportunities.
From dinner to watches, how US president Donald Trump made $320 million off the meme coin
Donald Trump is leveraging his meme coin's popularity, generating substantial revenue and offering access to exclusive events. Holders of the $TRUMP coin can attend a dinner and reception with the former president, driving up trading volume and fees for the coin's creators.
US lawmaker targets Nvidia chip smuggling to China with new bill
A US lawmaker plans to propose legislation requiring location tracking of AI chips like Nvidia’s to curb smuggling into China, violating export controls. The bill seeks to mandate chip verification and restrict unauthorised use, with bipartisan backing. Experts say the technology exists but is not yet widely implemented.
IIM Ahmedabad student writes project using ChatGPT, scores A+: Sparks debate on AI, effort and what ‘real learning’ means today
An IIM Ahmedabad student sparked debate after stating he earned an A+ using ChatGPT for a marketing project. While his honest confession raised eyebrows, it also highlighted a shift in how AI is reshaping academic effort. With original fieldwork and smart AI use, he questions whether learning today is about writing reports—or knowing what can’t be outsourced.
Is this the era of humanities over engineering?
Carl Sagan's vision of a broad education encompassing humanities alongside STEM may be returning, driven by AI advancements. Agentic AI, capable of performing tasks independently, shifts the focus to human skills like critical thinking and asking insightful questions. As AI handles technical tasks, humanities provide crucial frameworks for understanding context, ethics, and creativity.
Google plans to roll out its AI chatbot to children under 13
Google will launch its Gemini AI chatbot for children under 13 with parent-managed accounts next week. Aimed at helping with homework and creativity, Gemini includes safety filters. Parents can control access and settings. Despite safeguards, concerns remain about exposing children to misinformation and risks linked to generative AI technology.
All you need to know about GTA 6: Price, platforms, release date in Canada & featuring the first female protagonist Lucia
Rockstar Games confirms Grand Theft Auto VI launch in fall 2025. The game will be available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. It is set in Vice City, Leonida, a fictional version of Florida. For the first time, the game features a female protagonist, Lucia. The game suffered a leak in 2022.
Pentagon's AI metals program goes private in bid to boost Western supply deals
Armed with the AI model, the CMF aims to help manufacturers curb their reliance on China by signing more metal supply deals with Western mines, according to more than two dozen industry consultants, purchasing agents, analysts, regulators and investors who told Reuters the program reflects one of the boldest efforts to date to transform the ways certain metals are bought and sold.
Donald Trump officials eye changes to Biden's AI chip export rule, sources say
The Framework for Artificial Intelligence Diffusion, as the rule is called, was issued by the US Department of Commerce in January, a week before the end of the administration of former President Joe Biden. Companies must comply with its restrictions starting on May 1
The AI impact: Rethink, rework, reboot
Executives say the traditional relationship between headcount and revenue growth will no longer be linear as AI boosts employee productivity. AI is nudging the largest IT companies as well as the engineers, to go back to the drawing board and rethink skills and strategy. Prachi Verma, Himanshi Lohchab & Annapurna Roy decode
‘With the rise of AI, we’re seeing an increased need for human skills’: Kelly Jones
Cisco prioritizes talent and workspace, transforming hiring with AI. The India site is vital, marking 30 years. Skill development in cybersecurity and AI is amplified. Human skills like critical thinking are increasingly important. Hiring processes are being revamped for better data and employee experience. Diversity hiring in the US does not affect India, as Cisco focuses on inclusive hiring.
Elon Musk reacts to claims GPT-4o is engineered as a psychological weapon
Responding to a post on X by entrepreneur Mario Nawfal — who alleged that GPT-4o was deliberately designed to be emotionally engaging and addictive — Musk replied simply: “Uh oh.” The update also increased hourly usage limits for ChatGPT Plus subscribers using GPT-4o and GPT-4-mini-high models, responding to demand from high-usage users.
Elon Musk hints at Grok algorithm upgrade after Paul Graham’s concerns over X discourse
Elon Musk said a “much improved” Grok-powered algorithm is in the works, after Y Combinator’s Paul Graham flagged concerns over declining discourse on X. While Graham doubted an algorithmic fix, Musk offered no timeline or details. The exchange reflects ongoing challenges in moderating large platforms using artificial intelligence.
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