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Good morning, tech fam; here are some quick tech updates for you to catch up to!
What’s New Today: Microsoft’s Quantum Computing Gamble Stirs Debate Again
Fast-Track Insights: IT Hiring Shift: GCCs, Mid & Small Caps Take the Lead
Here’s a quick rundown of the biggest tech headlines making waves today. From the Microsoft’s Quantum to Graduate Vacancy at Cargill, let’s dive into the top tech stories of the day.
Microsoft's latest quantum computing breakthrough has reignited controversy, echoing its 2018 claims on Majorana fermions, which were later retracted due to data errors. The company recently unveiled the Majorana 1 chip, claiming it could enable scalable quantum computing. However, physicists remain skeptical, warning that Microsoft may be overstating its progress. Some argue the announcement is more of a marketing strategy than a proven scientific leap. With challenges in AI and cloud dominance, Microsoft is eager to lead in quantum computing. Yet, doubts persist over whether its approach can truly outpace competitors like Google and IBM in commercial quantum viability.
Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and small to mid-size IT firms are set to drive tech hiring in 2025, while large IT companies slow recruitment. Experts cite a focus on productivity and cost optimization, with mid-to-senior leadership hiring taking priority over freshers. Concerns over entry-level employability make IT services cautious in hiring, though demand for top tech talent is rising, especially as multinationals expand GCCs. Hiring is expected to grow by 8-12% year-on-year. This demand shift has also led to rising attrition rates at major IT service firms over the past three quarters.
Cargill is hiring a Data Quality Engineer in Bengaluru, India. The role involves building, testing, and deploying data quality solutions using Informatica Cloud Data Quality (IDMC). Responsibilities include code maintenance, troubleshooting, data profiling, and DQ rule implementation. Candidates should have 3-6 years of experience with IDMC services, including Data Quality (CDQ), Data Integration (CDI), and Address Doctor. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required. Preferred skills include expertise in Informatica IDQ, MDM, and Power Center. The role requires problem-solving abilities, collaboration with DQ SMEs, and handling job failures with root cause analysis and fixes.
Crypto firms are ramping up sports sponsorships amid a market revival, partly driven by Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance. Tether acquired a 5% stake in Juventus, while Gato.io partnered with Red Bull Racing. So far in 2025, 22 sports-related deals have been signed, surpassing 2022 figures. The average deal value rose to $4.3 million from $2.6 million last year. Despite setbacks after FTX’s collapse in 2022, the industry is regaining momentum. Meanwhile, regulatory shifts in the U.S. signal a changing landscape, with Coinbase’s SEC case dismissal pending approval and Binance.US resuming dollar transactions after a 19-month pause.
Among the top pillars of current technology is artificial intelligence, and leading the charge are Google and Apple. Both companies have taken enormous leaps in AI technology in 2025 to develop user experience through smart devices and services. Google and Apple's AI abilities are against one another based on their AI assistants, privacy, integration, and using hardware to decide whose AI experience is superior.
