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India has stepped into the global 2nm chip race with ARM launching a design hub in Bengaluru, a major push backed by the India Semiconductor Mission’s ₹76,000 crore support.
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Indian AI startups are rethinking U.S. hiring as Trump’s proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee makes overseas recruitment costly and uncertain, forcing many to shift hiring plans back to India.
Here’s a quick rundown of the biggest tech headlines making waves today. Let’s dive into the top stories — from India’s big leap in semiconductor design to AI startups recalibrating their global hiring strategies.
India has opened a new ARM design office in Bengaluru dedicated to developing 2-nanometre chip technology, marking a pivotal moment in its semiconductor journey. The initiative, backed by the India Semiconductor Mission with nearly ₹76,000 crore in support, aims to advance performance, efficiency, and miniaturisation for AI, high-performance computing, and mobile devices. This move strengthens India’s role in global chip design, boosts local IP creation, and supports strategic sectors like defence.
Indian AI startups are re-evaluating their U.S. hiring plans after Trump’s administration proposed a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas. Some companies are abandoning U.S. hires altogether and channeling hiring back to India due to visa uncertainty and costs. However, many are still investing in US presence to stay close to customers, talent, and innovation hubs.
As India enters its festive season, hiring has surged about 15-20% year-on-year, with over 2.16 lakh temporary positions created. E-commerce, retail, logistics and new-age sectors are leading the demand, especially in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Salaries and incentive schemes have increased sharply, and companies are beginning recruitment 4-6 weeks in advance to meet peak season needs.
The AI boom is rapidly reshaping work by automating tasks, redefining roles, and driving productivity, while also opening up new job avenues. Creators leverage AI tools for design, writing, and music, accelerating innovative potential. Every day life benefits from smart assistants and IoT improvements. Yet, ethical issues such as bias, privacy, and accountability loom large. Adapting through reskilling and human-AI collaboration is essential.
Crypto.com suffered a data breach by the Scattered Spider group, led by teen hacker Noah Urban, which exposed personal information of “a very small number of individuals.” No user funds were stolen. The company never publicly disclosed the breach until Bloomberg’s investigation surfaced. Analysts have criticized the lack of transparency while the exchange reports strong financials.