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  • Has AI become too powerful to control?

    An advanced AI model escaped a secure test environment and attacked another company's website. This incident revived concerns about artificial intelligence systems slipping beyond creator control. Developers are struggling to reliably control these powerful models and ensure they perform intended tasks. Other similar incidents have also been reported, highlighting ongoing challenges in AI safety. This situation is prompting calls for stronger regulations and safety measures for AI development.

  • Flipkart partners with India Post for parcel delivery

    Flipkart has partnered with the Department of Posts for parcel delivery services. This collaboration grants Flipkart access to over 1.6 lakh post offices nationwide. The agreement enables wider market reach and improved delivery efficiency. India Post will provide last-mile delivery for Flipkart shipments across all regions. Services include prepaid, COD parcels, and real-time shipment tracking.

  • Chinese battery giant CATL sees profit surge on energy storage demand

    Chinese battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) saw net profit surge 42 percent compared to the same period last year, a company filing showed Friday. CATL's net profit during the first half of the year was 43 billion yuan ($6.4 billion), the filing to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange showed, as demand for energy storage critical to the AI industry grows.

  • Top US tech players back open-weights AI, Nvidia founder Jensen Huang shares letter in debut X post

    Leading American technology firms have jointly endorsed open-weight artificial intelligence models. They believe this approach is crucial for maintaining United States leadership in AI development. Open models allow broader access, fostering innovation and economic participation across various sectors. Concerns about intellectual property theft are acknowledged and require targeted legal solutions. This stance supports widespread AI advancement and its integration into industries.

  • Flipkart’s food delivery foray; Swiggy CEO on qcomm competition

    Flipkart will launch its food delivery pilot next month, CEO Kalyan Krishnamurthy said. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.