Global corporations are cutting tens of thousands of jobs as weak economic sentiment combines with an accelerating shift toward AI-driven automation. While cost-cutting pressures drive layoffs, businesses are also restructuring for efficiency and long-term competitiveness — signaling a new era where technology replaces traditional roles across industries worldwide.

Nvidia has become the world’s first company to reach a $5 trillion market valuation, powered by the global explosion of AI demand. This milestone underscores the company’s dominance in AI chips, reshapes global tech leadership, and signals a new era where computing power—not oil—drives the world’s most valuable economies.

Samsung is accelerating its festive-season outreach in India’s Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets, combining AI-driven products—from smartphones to home appliances—with enhanced affordability via Samsung Finance+, expanded store networks, and powerful promotions, positioning smart tech as accessible to more consumers across smaller cities.

Swiss multinational ABB posted its highest-ever quarterly order intake in Q2 2025, powered by growing global demand for AI-driven data center infrastructure. This milestone underscores accelerating tech infrastructure investments and ABB’s pivotal role in next-gen digital and industrial transformation.

Ocado, the UK-based online grocer and tech innovator, aims to achieve positive cash flow by 2025/26 and full-year profitability by 2026/27. The company is doubling down on its AI-powered warehouse automation systems to drive sustainable growth and long-term financial stability.

A research team at UC Riverside has unveiled a solid-state battery prototype that charges in just 3 minutes and lasts significantly longer than traditional lithium-ion batteries. This technological leap could revolutionize electric vehicles (EVs) and consumer electronics, addressing two of the most critical pain points—charging time and battery longevity.

The long-awaited Ramayana adaptation, helmed by director Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, is officially the most expensive Indian film ever, boasting a colossal ₹4,000 crore (~$480 million) budget. Featuring a stellar cast including Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, Sunny Deol, and Amitabh Bachchan, the project is expected to redefine Indian cinematic scale.

In a significant reversal of policy, Nvidia announced it will resume sales of its H20 AI chips to China, after receiving new export licenses from the U.S. government. The decision is expected to unlock up to $10.5 billion in lost revenue for 2025, marking a critical turning point in the global AI chip race.

Men Against Fire follows a soldier whose implant distorts reality, making him see civilians as monstrous enemies. When the truth is revealed, he must choose between living with guilt or embracing illusion. The episode explores warfare, dehumanization, and moral manipulation through technology.