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Anthropic AI logo with European landmarks representing Paris and Munich office expansions
November 09, 2025 1 min read

AI startup Anthropic expands in Europe with offices in Paris, Munich

Anthropic's decision to plant flags in Paris and Munich screams confidence—and maybe a bit of ambition to be the EU's next AI darling. After all, taking on Parisian cafés and Bavarian beer halls as new tech hubs is not just about office real estate; it’s about dominating a region that’s suddenly hungry for AI innovation. The startup's rapid expansion, tripling its EMEA workforce and scoring heavyweight clients like BMW and L’Oréal, suggests it’s playing the long game—one where Claude, its AI assistant, will become as indispensable as a morning espresso (or a pretzel).

November 09, 2025 1 min read

Hedge funds go bearish! Shorting at fastest pace since April as market jitters rise

Graph showing spike in hedge fund short selling activity in 2025 alongside market volatility indicators

Hedge funds are lining up their bears and betting against the bull market once again, with shorting activity hitting its fastest pace since April. Despite major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq flirting with all-time highs, these savvy players grow increasingly jittery—particularly over tech valuations that many now view as stretched to a precarious edge. It seems the great game of musical chairs in equities might soon stop, with hedge funds scrambling to position themselves ahead of a possible market correction.

November 09, 2025 1 min read

Nasdaq posts worst week since April amid AI rally jitters, US yields slip

Stock market graph showing a significant decline with Nasdaq and AI tech stocks in focus

The Nasdaq just staged its own version of a reality check, posting its worst week since April as the AI-powered rocketship hit turbulence. Investors’ newfound love affair with artificial intelligence stocks seems to be cooling off, perhaps realizing that even the brightest tech stars can flicker when jitters about valuations and geopolitical AI competition kick in. Meanwhile, U.S. Treasury yields slipping only add to the uneasy market dance, reflecting caution on multiple financial fronts. Profit-taking, recalibrated multiples, and a splash of geopolitical anxiety around China's AI ascendancy turned what was a confident rally into a cautious retreat.

November 09, 2025 1 min read

India's data centre capacity set to grow 5x to 8GW by 2030: Jefferies

Data centre racks and servers under dynamic lighting representing India's growing digital infrastructure

If data centres were a growing city, India is on track to become its bustling metropolis by 2030, multiplying its capacity fivefold to a staggering 8GW. It’s not just raw power—it’s the perfect storm of soaring data traffic, cloud computing, and AI adoption that’s turning India into a data colossus, fueled by a $30 billion investment appetite. Mumbai and Chennai are already playing landlord to most of this data demand, but the stage is set nationwide for a massive technological infrastructure boom.

November 09, 2025 1 min read

GoDaddy hit with $170 million patent verdict over web-design tech

Court gavel resting on web design icons representing GoDaddy patent infringement case

GoDaddy just got a hefty financial wake-up call—$170 million to be exact—for stepping on the toes of Express Mobile's web-design patents. Apparently, when it comes to website-building tech, you can't just wing it; patent rights are very much in style and expensive when ignored. It's a vivid reminder that even giants in the internet domain game can't bypass the rules laid down by innovators in tech.

November 09, 2025 1 min read

Bigg Boss Malayalam 7: Ex-contestant Abhirami Suresh hails Nevin as a ‘content machine’ ahead of the finale

Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 finalist Nevin performing during the show with host Mohanlal in the background

If Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 were an Instagram reel, Nevin would be that viral clip everyone keeps replaying—an undeniable 'content machine' who effortlessly blends entertainment with authenticity. Ex-contestant Abhirami Suresh’s shoutout ahead of the finale doesn’t just highlight his popularity, it cements Nevin as the season’s standout personality who manages to captivate without stirring drama, a rare feat in reality TV.

November 09, 2025 1 min read

India's data centre capacity set to grow 5x to 8GW by 2030: Jefferies

Data centre facility with rows of servers symbolizing India’s growing digital infrastructure

India’s data centre sector is gearing up for a tech-fueled growth spurt, aiming to multiply its capacity fivefold to 8GW by 2030 — talk about scaling at the speed of bytes! With cloud adoption, AI advancements, and data localisation mandates driving demand, India is positioning itself as a pivotal digital infrastructure hub, ready to fuel the country’s digital economy ambitions. But it’s not just about capacity; it’s about who leads the charge, with giants like Bharti Airtel, Reliance, and AdaniConneX expected to dominate the market by decade’s end.

November 09, 2025 1 min read

Moody’s downgrades ride-hailing firm Ola’s rating; flags risk of covenant breach

Ola ride-hailing logo with Moody's rating downgrade alert on smartphone screen

Moody’s latest move to downgrade Ola’s rating to Caa1 with a negative outlook sounds like a high-speed brake on the ride-hailing giant’s growth ambitions. Apparently, Ola’s liquidity has hit a pothole due to weakening operating performance, and the looming risk of a loan covenant breach could force the company into an expensive early repayment, turning the smooth ride into a bumpy journey. Between stiff competition and cash burn, Ola’s financial engine is revving low, prompting talk of a potential IPO and stake sales to keep the tank from running dry.

November 09, 2025 1 min read

Top tech and startup stories this week

Collage of technology innovations and startup funding highlights for the week

If 2025 has taught us anything, it's that the tech and startup world never hits the pause button—and this week is no exception. From AI-powered cybersecurity acquisitions to diffusion-model innovations shaping code generation, the relentless march of technology is both dazzling and intimidating. Meanwhile, billions flood promising startups with venture capital, proving the appetite for future-shaping tech remains insatiable. It’s like watching innovation on caffeine—one headline leads directly into the next big disruption.