FIEO Targets Five Key Sectors to Boost US Exports Amid Changing Tariff Policies

The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) is focusing on developing a strategic plan targeting five sectors to enhance exports to the United States, as the incoming US administration under Donald Trump signals the possibility of increased tariffs on Chinese goods. FIEO is prioritizing a proactive approach, with emphasis placed on electronics, toys, apparel, organic …

Space Showdown: Bezos’ New Glenn Rocket and Kuiper Network Challenge Musk’s SpaceX

Jeff Bezos is preparing to escalate his competition with Elon Musk in the space industry through two significant ventures: the launch of Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket and Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellite network. These developments mark Bezos’ most ambitious efforts yet to challenge SpaceX, Musk’s dominant space company. Elon Musk, through SpaceX, has maintained a …

Jeff Bezos Backs Nvidia Rival in AI Chip Market Expansion

Jeff Bezos, through his private investment firm Bezos Expeditions, is investing heavily in a burgeoning AI chipmaker, Tenstorrent, as part of a $693 million funding round. The round, which also attracted support from LG Electronics, Fidelity, Samsung Securities, and AFW Partners, signals increasing interest in challenging Nvidia’s dominance in the artificial intelligence chip market. Tenstorrent …

Trump Threatens Tariffs on BRICS Nations Over Dollar Replacement Plans

President-elect Donald Trump has issued a warning to nine nations in the BRICS bloc, threatening 100% tariffs if they pursue plans to create a currency that could rival the US dollar. This move underscores Trump’s long-standing stance on using tariffs as an economic weapon. The BRICS group, comprising China, Russia, Brazil, India, South Africa, along …

Loyalists and Outsiders Dominate Trump’s Bold Cabinet Strategy

Donald Trump’s rapid and unconventional Cabinet appointments reflect his intention to bring significant changes to federal agencies, as highlighted by allies familiar with his transition strategy. The president-elect is moving at a pace unmatched by recent predecessors, prioritizing nominees who share his vision of disrupting the federal bureaucracy and delivering on campaign promises. While supporters …

Trump Appoints Musk and Ramaswamy to Streamline Government; Cost-Cutting Podcast Announced

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been selected by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The department’s primary mission is to streamline the federal government by reducing its size and cutting costs through regulatory and workforce reductions. To support this initiative, Ramaswamy announced the launch of a new …

Adani Group Faces US Indictment Over $265 Million Bribery Scheme Linked to Solar Power Projects

An arrest warrant against Indian industrialist Gautam Adani was made public in a New York court in October 2024, following his indictment on charges of bribery and fraud. According to court documents, the warrant was unsealed on October 31, 2024, by order of Judge Robert M. Levy, with the intent to share the details with …

Google Cloud Joins AWS and Microsoft in Enforcing MFA for All Users

Google Cloud plans to enforce multifactor authentication (MFA) for all users by the end of 2025. The initiative, which began last year for administrator accounts, aligns with similar efforts from AWS and Microsoft. By late 2025, the three largest cloud service providers — AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud — will have mandatory MFA policies …

Microsoft’s AI and Cloud Ventures Propel Strong Quarterly Growth

Microsoft has announced robust quarterly earnings, surpassing analyst expectations with a 16 percent increase in revenue to $65.6 billion. This growth is primarily attributed to significant advancements in the company’s cloud computing and artificial intelligence sectors. For the quarter ending September 30, the tech giant reported a net income of $24.7 billion, marking an 11 …

Preparing for the Future: Data Governance, AI, and Cybersecurity Strategies for CIOs

A recent study by DataDome highlighted statistics in cybersecurity, revealing that 91% of websites remain vulnerable to bot attacks, with many industries struggling to secure sensitive data.  Sectors like healthcare and e-commerce, in particular, lack sufficient protection. Although larger companies show slightly better defenses, half of them still allow basic bot access. This study underscores …