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What’s New Today: Xiomi is ready to launch a new tablet under the Redmi brand name which will rival Apple’s iPad Mini 7.
Fast-Track Insights: Ramp’s recent US$200 million funding round, led by Founders Fund has increased its valuation to US$16 billion.
Here’s a quick rundown of the biggest tech headlines making waves today. Let's dive into the day's top tech stories, from Xiaomi launching an iPad Mini 7 rival to UPSC recruitment application 2025.
Xiaomi is set to launch a new compact tablet on June 18, aiming to rival Apple’s iPad Mini 7. The device features an 8.8-inch display and a MediaTek Dimensity 9300 processor. It’s expected to be a budget-friendly, high-performance alternative, featuring a slim and lightweight design that targets entertainment and productivity users.
Ramp, valued at US$16 billion after a US$200 million funding round led by Founders Fund, delivers AI-powered corporate cards, spend automation, and treasury tools. It offers unlimited virtual and physical cards, real-time policy enforcement, subscription waste detection, and 1.5% cash back with no fees. Recent launches include premium workflows, multi‑currency procurement, high‑yield cash management, and a GPT‑4o-based AI Tour guide, reinventing business spending.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has opened applications for 462 posts across Group A and B roles, including Assistant Director, Deputy Architect, Medical Officer, Scientist ‘B’ and others. Applicants must meet the qualification and age criteria, pay the requisite fees, and apply online via upsc.gov.in by July 3, 2025 (with form printing open until July 4). The recruitment involves a multi-stage selection.
iOS 26 brings Apple Intelligence for live FaceTime, Calls, Messages translation plus Genmoji and smarter tools. A stunning Liquid Glass UI adds depth, translucency and responsive physics. Core apps like Messages, Camera and CarPlay see major enhancements, while personalization, accessibility, and seamless Lock Screen updates improve daily use, blending intelligence, aesthetics and utility.
Coinbase sparked controversy by sponsoring Trump’s U.S. Army 250th-anniversary parade in Washington, D.C., on June 14, 2025, coinciding with his 79th birthday. Social media erupted, customers like Adam Cochran sold holdings, labeling the move ‘gross’ and misaligned with Coinbase’s supposedly neutral stance. Nationwide ‘No King’ protests further highlighted public and political unease
