- ChatGPT is introducing ads this year. Why it makes sense. January 17, 2026The company said its ChatGPT Go service is available globally for $8 a month. It is billed as offering more than the free service, at a lower price than ChatGPT Plus, for $20.
- JioStar Q3 revenue rises on strong subscription and digital ad growth January 17, 2026JioStar’s third-quarter revenue rose 11.6% quarter-on-quarter to ₹6,896 crore, while its profit before tax fell 32.2% to ₹898 crore. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, or Ebitda, fell to ₹1,303 crore versus ₹1,738 crore in the previous quarter.
- A $1 million promise and new monetization model: Elon Musk's X updates creator payouts — Check details January 17, 2026Dubbing 2026 as “the year of the creator”, Elon Musk's X, has called on content creators to “earn a living from your content” on the platform, and has promised $1 million for the top long form Article in the next payout period.
- Jensen Huang's Nvidia hit by surprise customs block in China for flagship H200 chip, suppliers pause production: Report January 17, 2026Suppliers for parts of tech major Nvidia's H200 chips have put a pause on production after custom officials blocked entry of the AI processor's shipments into China, the Financial Times reported.
- Indian IT’s Big Five face $500 million labour code hit to profitability January 17, 2026The labour codes increased statutory payouts such as provident fund and gratuity. The requirement lopped off 260-320 basis points from their profitability in the October-December 2025 period.
- CRISIL flags strong headwinds for merchandise exports January 17, 2026Indian merchandise exports face challenges from the US-India trade deal stalemate and possible US sanctions on Russian crude oil. Tea and basmati rice may see pressure. However, the current account deficit is projected to stay manageable due to strong services trade and remittances.
- India's average return on FDI remains robust at 7.3%, outperforming emerging economies: CareEdge January 17, 2026India saw gross FDI inflows rise to USD 81 billion in FY25. However, increased profit repatriation and outflows significantly reduced net FDI to just USD 1 billion. Despite this, India's return on inward FDI remains strong. Emerging sectors like semiconductors and EVs are attracting foreign investment. Global FDI flows are lagging GDP growth.
- India–EU FTA likely to spur textiles, pharma, engineering sectors: exporters January 17, 2026A free trade agreement between India and the European Union is set to boost exports in textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and engineering goods. Exporters anticipate a doubling of shipments to the EU within three years. This pact offers a stable framework for Indian businesses, aiding long-term investments and market access. It also helps diversify export […]
- This Budget could be the spark behind India’s AI power shift January 17, 2026India's Union Budget 2026 arrives as the nation focuses on AI execution. Industry leaders seek structural reforms for power, approvals, and policy certainty. Clear governance, risk frameworks, and scalable compute access are crucial. The budget must foster domestic AI growth, support Indian languages, and position the government as a key customer to dri […]
- India-US trade deal: US lawmakers urge President Trump to seek lower Indian tariffs on pulse crops in BTA talks January 17, 2026American lawmakers have asked President Trump to seek better terms for pulse crops in trade talks with India. They state that Indian tariffs put US producers at a disadvantage. India is a major consumer of pulses like lentils and chickpeas. The lawmakers recall past efforts to address this issue. They believe favorable provisions will benefit both countries. […]
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