Category Archives: Technology

This Valentine’s Day, Celebrate Love Through Care, Comfort and Connection with V-Guard

Valentine’s Day is often about grand gestures, but the most meaningful connections are built in everyday moments. The first cup of morning smoothies made for each other, the comfort of shared meals, or even creating a cozy space to unwind together after a long day. This year, V Guard celebrates love through thoughtful, practical gifts that quietly become a part of your daily rituals, making connections feel effortless, warm and lasting.

1. V Guard Citius 2 Jar Nutri Blender

The V Guard Citius Nutri Blender is a versatile kitchen companion designed for fast and efficient blending, grinding and juicing. Powered by a high-speed copper motor, it delivers smooth results for smoothies, chutneys and spices, while its leak proof and durable jars ensure hassle free operation. Compact and easy to use, it suits health-conscious couples and busy households alike, making it perfect for morning nutrition routines or post workout smoothies for two.

2. V Guard Spinny Pro Multipurpose Fan

Designed for flexible cooling this fan delivers powerful airflow with high-speed performance and adjustable tilt, helping create a space of comfort that feels personal and intentional. With dual wall and table mounting options, it fits beautifully into bedrooms, reading corners or workspaces, making sure your partner stays comfortable through long days and slow, restful nights. Compact yet powerful, it is a refined and thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift for someone you love, because true luxury is not always loud. Sometimes, it is the quiet assurance that they are cared for, that their comfort matters, and that even in the smallest everyday moments, they are being looked after by you.

AuthBridge Partners with Vibrium AI to Drive Innovation in AI-Led Digital Verification and Trust Solutions

New Delhi, Feb 09: AuthBridge, India’s leading provider of digital trust and identity verification solutions, and Vibrium AI, an enterprise artificial intelligence company, have announced a strategic technology collaboration and co-innovation partnership. Through this alliance, the companies aim to jointly develop next-generation, AI-driven verification and conversational intelligence solutions that will redefine digital trust, strengthen operational intelligence, and enhance innovation across the verification ecosystem.

The partnership combines AuthBridge’s two decades of leadership in digital verification and data intelligence with Vibrium AI’s advanced generative and cognitive AI capabilities. This strategic synergy will strengthen AuthBridge’s in-house AI ecosystem, powering smarter automation, improved verification accuracy, and contextual decision-making at scale. This will enable organisations to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and make faster, more confident decisions in a digital-first world.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr Ajay Trehan, CEO and Founder of AuthBridge, said,

“At AuthBridge, innovation has always been at the core of how we build trust in a digital-first world. Our partnership with Vibrium AI marks a decisive step towards shaping the next generation of verification intelligence, where AI not only accelerates processes but also enables deeper, contextual decision-making. By integrating generative and cognitive AI into our ecosystem, we aim to set new benchmarks in automation, accuracy, and insight, empowering businesses to make faster, smarter, and more confident decisions at scale.”

Responding to the partnership, Mr Akshat Saxena, CEO of Vibrium AI said,

“Trust is becoming the defining currency of the digital economy, and AI will determine how confidently organisations scale. This partnership blends AuthBridge’s domain leadership with Vibrium’s enterprise-grade AI to redefine verified, secure, and intelligent interactions. With conversational AI-led verification workflows, we are already seeing multifold lift in engagement and conversions. By integrating generative and cognitive AI with AuthBridge’s infrastructure, we aim to deliver faster, more accurate, and trusted digital experiences at scale.”

As part of the collaboration, the companies will co-develop AI-powered conversational interfaces and cognitive verification models designed to enhance user experience, minimise friction, and deliver real-time intelligence to AuthBridge’s clients. The partnership underscores a shared vision to create AI-led trust solutions that are simple, secure, and scalable, setting new industry benchmarks in digital verification, due diligence, and decision intelligence.

ITC Candyman Sourzzz Launches Season 3 of ‘Soury Not Sorry’ Featuring AI Influencer Rysa

New Delhi, Feb 09: After two highly successful seasons, ITC’s Candyman Sourzzz returns with a bolder, punchier, and future-forward edition of its award-winning disruptive clean-roast Intellectual Property, Soury Not Sorry – Season 3. This season marks a category-first leap with the introduction of an AI influencer, Ramya Sathish aka Rysa, as the face of the series.

A first in the confectionery space, Season 3 leverages AI-led storytelling to bring teenagers and young adults a fresh, internet-native voice that mirrors how they think, speak, and clap back. Staying true to the franchise’s signature sass and self-expression, the season unfolds as a 4-week digital campaign, delivering bold, clean “soury” comebacks to misplaced authority figures in everyday life.

Designed to embody unapologetic confidence, Rysa represents a new-age, culturally fluid persona. Delhi-born with Malayali roots, the 23-year-old graduate and corporate baddie is chaotically honest, witty, and thrives on experience-driven internet-native humour.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Subash Balar, VP & Business Head, Confectionery at ITC Foods, said:

“Soury Not Sorry has grown into a powerful youth-culture platform for Candyman Sourzzz, encouraging young consumers to own their individuality without filter, and with flavour. Season 3 is our boldest leap yet. With Rysa, our first-ever AI influencer, we’re stepping into the future of culturally relevant storytelling while staying true to what the Intellectual Property stands for: wit, confidence, and unapologetic self-expression.”

At its core, Soury Not Sorry celebrates the freedom to be unapologetically real. The franchise converts everyday irritants and judgements into fearless, witty roasts, positioning Candyman Sourzzz as the candy of choice for bold, outspoken youth.

Over the years, the series has become a genre-defining digital youth property, with Season 1 achieving 35 million reach and 1.7 million engagement, and Season 2 scaling higher with 36 million reach and 2.7 million engagement. Season 3 continues this trajectory while introducing an AI-powered voice, building a culturally relevant content ecosystem for new-age consumers.

LISA AI Unveils SkillOS to Bridge the Corporate Competency Gap and Replace Traditional Learning Management Systems

New Delhi, Feb 09: LISA AI has officially launched SkillOS, a pioneering platform designed to transform how organizations approach workforce development by shifting the focus from passive content consumption to active skill execution. In today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, many organizations struggle not because of a deficit in learning materials, but because internal skills remain poorly defined and progress is notoriously difficult to quantify. SkillOS addresses this fundamental disconnect by providing a structured framework that makes competencies measurable, job-specific, and directly aligned with business outcomes.

The platform is engineered to solve the primary frustrations of both leadership and staff. While employees often seek clear, actionable paths for career growth, Learning and Development teams frequently find themselves restricted by traditional Learning Management Systems (LMS) that only track course completion data rather than actual capability. SkillOS disrupts this model by enabling precise competency mapping for every role within a company. This level of detail grants employees full visibility into their current strengths and future growth trajectories, while providing leadership with real-time, data-driven insights into total workforce readiness.

LISA AI has already successfully integrated SkillOS across multiple major corporations, proving its ability to scale across diverse industries and highly specialized roles. By moving away from the “content-led” training model that has dominated the industry for decades, SkillOS allows companies to customize their development strategies to meet specific operational needs. This transition ensures that training is no longer a check-the-box exercise but a strategic driver of accountability and measurable impact.

Mr. Saikiran Sondarkar, CEO of LetsUpgrade said,

 “For years, companies have been drowning in content but starving for actual capability. We built SkillOS to move beyond the era of ‘checking boxes’ and toward a future of ‘proving mastery.’ By replacing the outdated LMS with a system focused on skill execution, we are finally giving both employees and leadership the transparency and accountability they deserve.”

As businesses face increasing pressure to remain agile, LISA AI’s SkillOS offers a comprehensive solution for building future-ready teams. The system provides a single, unified environment where skill execution takes precedence over simple tracking, effectively rendering traditional LMS platforms obsolete. Organizations looking to modernize their talent development and gain a competitive edge in workforce clarity are encouraged to experience the platform firsthand.

HCLTech Named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies 2026 List

NEW YORK and NOIDA, India, Feb 9: HCLTech, has been named to Fortune magazine’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies list, recognizing its consistent performance, technology-led innovation and commitment to long-term value creation for clients, employees and stakeholders.

“This recognition reflects the trust our people earn every day from clients and partners,” said C. Vijayakumar, CEO and Managing Director of HCLTech. “It underscores the strength of our purpose— bringing together the best of technology and our people. As the technology landscape evolves, we remain focused on delivering meaningful, AI-driven outcomes while creating a positive impact for our clients, our people, our communities, and the planet.”

“Fortune is proud to celebrate the companies on this year’s World’s Most Admired Companies list; they have set the bar for real innovation, resilient leadership and global impact,” said Alyson Shontell, Fortune’s Editor in Chief and Chief Content Officer. “As rapidly advancing technologies such as AI transform entire industries, these organizations stand out for their ability to evolve with purpose and foresight, consistently shaping the path forward for global business, and the future of how we work and lead.”

The annual list is based on a survey of more than 3,000 executives, board members and analysts, evaluating companies across nine key parameters, including quality of management, innovation, global competitiveness, talent attraction and social responsibility. HCLTech was recognized as a Most Admired company in IT services, reflecting the high ratings it received from clients and industry partners.

TTK Prestige Launches Premia BLDC Chimney Range for Silent, Energy-Efficient Kitchens

Hyderabad, Feb 06: define kitchen ventilation with superior performance, energy efficiency, and quiet operation. This new range combines advanced BLDC motor technology with contemporary design to elevate the modern Indian cooking experience.

Powered by Torque Jet Suction Technology, the chimneys deliver up to 1400 m³/hr suction capacity, effectively removing smoke, grease, and odours, even during heavy cooking. The high-performance BLDC motor ensures silent operation, consuming significantly less energy while offering 10 speed levels, including a Turbo mode operating at up to 1600 RPM for intensive suction.

For convenience and easy maintenance, the Premia BLDC chimneys feature a filter-less design with heat auto-clean technology, a high-capacity oil collector, gesture and touch controls with a vibrant colour display, LED illumination, and an ultra-slim body with a black powder-coated finish. Each unit comes with free expert installation, a premium installation kit worth ₹2,249, and a lifetime warranty on the BLDC motor.

The range is available in two configurations:

• Premia BLDC 60 cm: Ideal for compact and mid-sized kitchens – MRP INR 30,900, Suggested Price INR16,995

• Premia BLDC 90 cm: For larger kitchens – MRP INR 32,720, Suggested Price INR17,995

With the launch of the Premia BLDC Chimney range, TTK Prestige strengthens its portfolio of technology-driven, energy-efficient kitchen appliances, delivering performance, convenience, and premium aesthetics for modern Indian homes.

DITE&C to launch AI Hackathon under Goa AI Mission 2027

Altinho, Feb,  6: The Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (DITE&C), Goa, announced the launch of the Goa AI Hackathon, aimed at promoting the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in government service delivery. This initiative is a key component of the Goa AI Mission 2027, focused on leveraging emerging technologies to enhance efficiency, transparency, and citizen-centric governance.

Shri Kabir Shirgaonkar, Director of DITE&C, stated,

“Artificial Intelligence is here to stay, and it’s imperative that we integrate it ethically and responsibly into governance. Through this AI Hackathon, we aim to explore solutions such as automated verification of government scheme applications, early identification of missing information, and timely delivery of benefits to eligible citizens. Our ultimate goal is to improve public service delivery across the state.”

All government departments, corporations, autonomous bodies, and local authorities have been invited to submit problem statements highlighting challenges in day-to-day governance and service delivery. Selected problem statements will then be addressed through AI-powered solutions tailored to the specific needs of these departments.

The Goa AI Hackathon builds on the success of the Goa Open Innovation Challenge 2025, which received 557 applications from across the country. With this initiative, DITE&C continues its mission of creating a Digitally Empowered Goa, fostering innovation and utilizing emerging technologies to improve public services.

Whitespider Demystifies Cloud Computing With Answers to Businesses’ Most Common Questions

New Delhi, Feb 5: As cloud adoption accelerates across industries, many businesses continue to grapple with fundamental questions around cloud computing—what it really is, how secure it can be, and whether it truly delivers on cost and flexibility promises. Addressing this growing need for clarity, Whitespider, a cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure management company, has released a practical explainer addressing the most common cloud-related questions faced by organisations today.

Despite its widespread use, cloud computing is often misunderstood. Terms are used interchangeably, responsibilities are blurred, and misconceptions around cost, control, and security persist. Through this initiative, Whitespider aims to cut through jargon and offer clear, actionable insights to help organisations better understand how cloud environments work, where responsibilities lie, and how risks and opportunities should be managed.

At its core, Whitespider explains that cloud computing is not a “place” but a delivery model—one that enables businesses to access computing resources such as servers, storage, and applications over the internet without owning physical infrastructure. This model allows organisations to scale rapidly, improve flexibility, and reduce heavy upfront investments, while still requiring strong IT governance and oversight.

Addressing security concerns, the company notes that cloud platforms can be highly secure—often more so than traditional on-premises environments—provided they are properly configured and managed. While major cloud providers invest heavily in enterprise-grade security controls, most cloud-related breaches result from misconfiguration, weak access controls, or poor visibility, rather than flaws in the technology itself.

Whitespider also highlights that cloud cost efficiency depends on active management. While consumption-based pricing can be highly effective, poor governance and unused resources can quickly inflate expenses. The cloud, the company notes, rewards disciplined management and exposes inefficiencies faster than traditional IT models.

Other key areas covered include the differences between public, private, and hybrid cloud models; the shared responsibility model for cloud security; common risks associated with cloud migration; and the importance of strong backup and data protection strategies. For small and mid-sized businesses, Whitespider emphasises that cloud adoption can be transformative—offering access to enterprise-grade capabilities—but only when complexity is controlled and aligned with business objectives.

Summarising its perspective, Whitespider reiterates that cloud computing is not a shortcut or a cure-all. It offers flexibility, scalability, and choice, but demands informed decision-making, planning, and accountability. Organisations that succeed in the cloud are those that take time to understand the model, challenge assumptions, and design strategies rooted in real operational needs.

As cloud continues to reshape the digital landscape, Whitespider believes that clarity—not speed—will be the defining factor in successful cloud adoption.

TravClan Announces Rapid Adoption of Volt API by India’s New-Age Travel Startups

New Delhi, Feb 05: TravClan, a leading travel technology platform powering modern travel businesses, today announced that several fast-growing Indian travel startups including Rimigo, 30 Sundays, The Tarzan Way, and Jeto Vacations have adopted its Volt API as their core backend infrastructure. The adoption enables faster go-to-market, improved operational efficiency, and accelerated scale, and reflects a growing shift among new-age travel companies toward shared technology platforms.

Traditionally, travel startups have spent months developing backend systems such as supplier integrations, booking engines, pricing logic, and reconciliation workflows before launching customer-facing products. This approach has often delayed market entry and constrained innovation. By leveraging Volt’s shared infrastructure, startups are significantly reducing time-to-market while maintaining reliability, pricing accuracy, and service continuity.

Rimigo, an AI-powered vacation planning platform, adopted Volt early in its journey, raised $550,000 from Japan-based Reazon Capital within four months of launch, and has since curated over 500 personalised international vacations.

“The strongest travel companies win by staying focused on what truly matters to the customer,” said Sahil Sharma, Co-founder and CEO, Rimigo. “Volt has allowed us to scale efficiently while we continue to invest deeply in personalisation and experience design.”

Personalised travel brand 30 Sundays, which focuses on curated journeys for couples, has reported up to a five-fold improvement in operational efficiency and multifold growth over the past year.

“Personalisation and scale rarely coexist in travel,” said Kshitij Chaudhary, Co-founder, 30 Sundays. “With AI on the front end and Volt on the backend, we are now able to deliver both.”

Experiential travel company The Tarzan Way has recorded 300 percent year-on-year revenue growth, enabled by access to stable backend infrastructure that allows rapid experimentation with new travel formats while maintaining operational stability.

Commenting on the industry shift, Arun Bagaria, Co-founder and CEO, TravClan, said, “Every great travel company begins with a strong idea. Volt removes the infrastructure burden so founders can focus on building products customers value and return to. We are building the rails that allow specialised travel companies to scale efficiently.”

Jeto Vacations, a Delhi-based experiential travel company, highlighted the importance of real-time inventory and structured pricing data in driving growth. “Volt has been instrumental in our rapid growth over the past year by enabling faster planning and operational consistency,” said Debayan Ghosh, Director, Jeto Vacations.

Through the Volt Hotel API, partner businesses gain access to TravClan’s directly contracted properties, advanced content solutions that eliminate duplicate listings, and seamless integration across more than 40 global suppliers through a single API. Volt also enables the integration of accommodations with experiences, simplifying travel planning and delivering a connected, end-to-end customer journey.

Samsung Sets Two Guinness World Records with its India #WithGalaxy Photography Campaign

Feb 5: Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced that its nation-wide India #WithGalaxy photography challenge for Galaxy S Series has made it to the Guinness World Records (GWR). This marks a milestone in smartphone photography and national storytelling.

Launched in 2010, the Galaxy S series has endeared consumers over the years with its revolutionary photography, premium design and easy-to-use functionality. It has brought users closer to the world around them, made their lives convenient, and offered them unprecedented mobile experiences with one groundbreaking innovation after another

A Record-Breaking Achievement

The campaign captured the essence of the nation through the lens of the Galaxy S Series and set two new world records:

• Largest Smartphone Photography Competition: Samsung has created the largest smartphone photography competition in history.

• Most Contributions to an online photo sentence (artwork): The photo submissions have formed one of the world’s largest collaborative digital artwork celebrating creativity and digital participation across India’s rich cultural tapestry.

“The India #WithGalaxy campaign unites people and celebrates the essence of a nation. By setting two Guinness World Records, we have showcased the capabilities of the Galaxy S Series and amplified the voices of our consumers who celebrate India’s diversity, beauty, and spirit through their lenses. This initiative reflects Samsung’s commitment to fostering innovation and cultural storytelling, empowering individuals to share their unique perspectives. We are immensely proud of this achievement and grateful to everyone who contributed to making this milestone possible,” said Raju Pullan, Senior Vice President, MX Business, Samsung India.

The campaign ran from December 30, 2025 to January 26, 2026 and invited Indian citizens to capture real moments in the country using the Galaxy S Series. The initiative garnered a total of 31331 submissions that reflect the country’s diversity, beauty, and spirit, and created a vibrant visual mosaic of “India #WithGalaxy”. The campaign was anchored by celebrated Indian filmmaker Kabir Khan and 30+ regional photographers.

Celebrating India’s Storytelling Through Galaxy S Series, the India #WithGalaxy campaign captured four key themes

• Faces of India: Portraits of real people that showcase the country’s warmth and diversity.

• Sights of India: The breathtaking natural and architectural beauty, from the Himalayas to coastal landscapes.

• Spirit of India: Everyday moments of pride, resilience, and unity that shape the country’s identity.

• Colours of India: The vibrant textures, attire, and food that make every corner of the nation visually distinct.

A Cultural Celebration Beyond Technology

The campaign highlights the Galaxy S Series’ technological prowess, and also weaves in a deep cultural narrative. Samsung has reinforced its commitment to fostering cultural relevance and people-powered storytelling by enabling citizens to document their India stories. Samsung extends its gratitude to all participants, creators, and partners who made this record-breaking achievement possible. As we celebrate this milestone, we reaffirm our mission to push the boundaries of innovation and inspire global storytelling through technology. For more information about the India #WithGalaxy campaign and Samsung Galaxy’s camera technologies