World
US records over 25 million flu cases
More than 25 million flu cases have been reported in the US this season, according to the CDC. The system monitors visits for respiratory illness.
Microsoft is rumoured to invest in OpenAI and expand ChatGPT access
The information comes at a time when Microsoft has considered increasing the $1 billion stake in OpenAI that it revealed in 2019 according to two people with knowledge of the situation.
As Davos begins, CEOs and economists prepare for a recession
Concerns about a recession are likely to be widespread this week, as more than 2,700 executives, bankers, and economists gather in Davos, Switzerland, for the first time in January since 2020.
India-China Trade Rises To $136 Billion
According to yearly Chinese customs data, commerce between India and China would reach $135.98 billion in 2022, surpassing the $125 billion milestone a year earlier by reporting an 8.4% growth.
Windows Server 2012 no longer receive support
The tale of Windows Server 2012 is similar, since this operating system is reportedly the next to be decommissioned by the Redmond-based software firm.
Qualcomm introduces the “Snapdragon Satellite” for Android smartphones at CES 2023.
A deal between Qualcomm and Iridium, a global satellite communications firm, will enable satellite connectivity for upcoming high-end Android handsets.
India
UPI to Charge 1.1% Fee from April 2023
From April 2023, the NPCI will impose a 1.1% fee on transactions over INR 2,000 made via the UPI. The fee will be charged to payment service providers (PSPs).
Akshay Kumar Selfie With Emraan Hashmi
Akshay Kumar and Emraan Hashmi forthcoming flick Selfiee is nearing completion. The film, directed by Raj Mehta, will be released on February 24.
Google Will Cooperate With Antitrust Authorities
In October, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) concluded that Google was abusing its dominant position in Android and ordered it to lift limitations on device makers. Google lost its Supreme Court petition to prevent the directions on Thursday, and now has seven days to comply.