Best Optimism And Autonomy Podcasts (2025)

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4839: Indian stocks tumble, RBI defends Rupee, MiG 21 bows out & more | MC Editor's Picks 4:22

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Trump’s 100% tariff threat on branded or patented drugs causes the Nifty pharma index to tumble, compounding the stress of a tough week for Indian stocks. In Moneycontrol Pro, we examine how the balancing act between defending the rupee and preserving liquidity has become trickier than ever for RBI. Find our piece on a quirky anomaly that has crept…

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CNS Innovation Podcast: Innovator of the Year Finalist Navzer Engineer 24:07

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In this episode of the CNS Innovation Podcast, moderator Dr. David Dornbos interviews Dr. Navzer Engineer, who is nominated for the 2025 CNS Innovator of the Year Award, for his innovation Vivistim.By Congress of Neurological Surgeons

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CNS Innovation Podcast: Innovator of the Year Finalist Cargill Alleyne 25:33

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In this episode of the CNS Innovation Podcast, moderators Emal Lesha and David Dornbos interview Dr. Cargill Alleyne, who is nominated for the 2025 CNS Innovator of the Year Award, for his innovation Nanoshunt.By Congress of Neurological Surgeons

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4838: Inside the $500 billion AI compute race, JLR's cybersecurity breach puts TCS on the spotlight and Dune-inspired malware is targeting Indian startups | MC Tech3 7:14

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the half-trillion dollar AI compute arms race as tech giants lock in chips, data centres, and cloud deals. We look at Jaguar Land Rover’s major cyberattack that has put Tata Consultancy Services under intense scrutiny. Plus, India’s CERT-In warns of “Shai Hulud,” a Dune-inspired malware campaign tar…

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4837: The changemakers powering India’s grid transformation | ENTICE 2.0 winners 33:55

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Meet the four energy champions - Enlog, Faclon Labs, Trillectric, Flock Energy -building transformative solutions for discoms, industries and consumers in India. The winners of ENTICE 2.0, powered by the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, join us for an inspiring conversation, mapping their journey as a climate tech startup. ENTICE 2.0 j…

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4836: Nifty’s longest losing streak in 6 months, Trump’s pharma tariff jolt & Accenture tops earnings estimates 9:23

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Nifty slipped for a fifth straight session on Thursday, its longest losing streak in six months. The GIFT Nifty points to another weak open. Global sentiment is shaky after U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs, including a 100% duty on imported branded and patented pharmaceutical products, sending Asian pharma shares lower. Technol…

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4835: Brokerages bullish on stocks, festive cheer lifts consumer spirits & Indian students seek new shores 4:46

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Indian stocks are in a funk right now even as brokerages remain bullish, expecting a turnaround in market sentiments over the coming quarters. Investor Adrian Mowat tells us that China will outperform India for the balance of 2025, as New Delhi reels from punitive US tariffs and the visa squeeze. Also, Seacoast Shipping Services’ claims that funds …

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4834: Wipro's Azim Premji turns down CM's ORR shortcut proposal, NPCI revamps Credit-line-on UPI, Gen AI deals boost Accenture's Q4 earnings, California Burrito wraps up Rs 120 crores funding 7:08

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top stories in startups and tech: Azim Premji rejects Karnataka CM’s proposal to open Wipro’s Sarjapur campus for Outer Ring Road traffic; NPCI revamps Credit on UPI with fintechs leading the charge; Accenture posts strong Q4 earnings on AI bookings; Karnataka High Court questions the bike taxi b…

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4833: Nifty at risk of further selloff below 25,050, Glenmark’s cancer drug deal and Polycab block deal | Market Minutes 7:19

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Indian markets are poised for a cautious start with the GIFT Nifty signaling a flat to mildly negative open. The Nifty failed to defend 25,100 on Wednesday amid broad-based weakness. Global cues remain mixed as Wall Street tech stocks face another round of selling and US Treasury yields edge higher, while investors await key economic data. Back hom…

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4832: Southern states to benefit most from GST rate cuts; Apple’s India playbook: Network of 17 partners; PhonePe files IPO papers | MC Editor's Picks 4:11

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Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka are set to gain the most from GST rate cuts and may see the steepest drop in inflation. PhonePe has filed IPO papers with Sebi for via the confidential route, seeking to raise around Rs 12,000 crore. Meanwhile, Apple has built a network of 17 equipment and tooling partners in India over the p…

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Building Trust Before Ads | Ep. 17 w/ Abu Kamara (Green Zone Solutions) 18:33

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Most entrepreneurs feel the pressure to run ads before they’ve built a foundation. Abu Kamara, Co-Founder of Green Zone Solutions, took a different path. In just 18 months, he built a consulting business around sustainability, logistics, and operational performance - all through relationships, referrals, and trust, not ad spend. In this episode, we…

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4831: PhonePe’s Rs 12,000 crore IPO, Prosus eyes $350 mn bet on Rapido, Apple ramps up iPhone machinery production in India, Ultraviolette plans mass-market EV factory | MC Tech3 8:34

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top startup and tech stories of the day. PhonePe files draft papers through confidential route for a mega Rs 12,000 crore IPO, while Rapido secures a $350 million investment from Prosus. Apple ramps up iPhone machinery manufacturing in India to reduce China dependency, and the Trump administratio…

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Shark Tank Host on How Job Autonomy Beats Money 22:42

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Shark Tank host Matt Higgins makes the case that job autonomy beats money for long-term power. We break down the strategic “burn the boats” mindset (for goals, not tactics), the three-year quit rule, and how to use a big-brand logo as leverage—somewhere else. Hosts: Matt Sunbulli ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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4830: 25,000 seen as key support for Nifty, Akzo Nobel block deal & Tata Capital’s IPO valuation | Market Minutes 8:32

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Indian equities eye a cautious open as GIFT Nifty trades lower, tracking global weakness after Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that equity valuations look “fairly high” and the path for rate cuts remains uncertain. Asian markets slip while US futures inch higher, gold hits fresh records, and crude climbs on supply concerns. Back home, Akzo Nobel’s b…

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4829: Navaratri boon for automakers, first MSME survey in 2026 & the US visa squeeze | MC Editor's Picks 5:48

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Tata Capital gears up for IPO, automakers rejoice this Navaratari, India plans a first MSME survey in 2026, and quick commerce companies struggle to find dark stores. Besides these, find all the developments following Trump’s US H1B visa squeeze - from how visas for all categories have been on a steady decline, and what risks threaten India’s IT se…

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Creating a private AI assistant in Thunderbird 53:08

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In this episode, Daniel and Chris are joined by Chris Aquino, software engineer at Thunderbird to hear the story of how they developed a privacy-preserving AI executive assistant. They discuss various design decisions including remote (but confidential) inference, local encryption, and model selection. Chris A. does an amazing job describing the jo…

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4828: India’s Quick Commerce Boom reels under space crunch and staff shortages | Festive Marketing boom for influencers and why Wipro is a part of Karnataka’s Traffic Fix Plan 6:21

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In today’s episode of Moneycontrol’s Tech3 Podcast, we dive into the competition for real estate and talent in India’s quick commerce sector. We also explore how GST reforms are fueling a surge in festive marketing budgets and influencer campaigns. Plus, South Korean gaming giant Krafton is ramping up support for Indian developers with its expanded…

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4827: Will Nifty see third straight day of selling pressure on weekly F&O expiry? | Market Minutes 5:25

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Indian indices saw a second straight day of losses led by a weakness in IT stocks after the H-1b visa fee hike. This morning, the Gift Nifty is signaling a cautious start, today being the weekly F&O expiry day. Wall Street set fresh record highs overnight, powered by a 4% surge in Nvidia after it announced a $100-billion data-centre investment with…

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4826: GST rate cut boost, H1B visa chaos, IT stocks fall & why DIIs remain steadfast 5:23

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In this edition, find our coverage from the Network 18 Reforms Reloaded event. Top leaders and policy makers such as Union Minister of Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Consumer Affairs Prahlad Joshi, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, DIPAM Secretary Arunish Chawla, Chief Economic Adviser Anantha Nageshwaran, member of t…

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4825: Why the H-1B hike hasn't rattled Indian IT, Swiggy's Instamart needs $500 mn boost, Groww expands its trading basket and PhonePe's FY25 revenue crosses Rs 7,000 crores 6:59

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why Trump’s proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee may not rattle Indian IT as much as feared, why Swiggy’s Instamart needs a $500 million boost to stay competitive, how Groww is diversifying its business ahead of its IPO, and PhonePe’s revenue and profit surge as it gears up for a market debut.…

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354: AI as a Liberating Technology: Josh Bersin on Turning Routine Tasks into Superworkers Driving Trust, Creativity, and Growth 39:20

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Josh Bersin is one of the most respected voices in HR and HRTech, known for shaping how organizations think about talent, learning, and the future of work. He began covering the space in 2001 and later sold his firm, Bersin & Associates, to Deloitte in 2012. Today, he leads The Josh Bersin Company, which produces influential research, publishes wid…

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4824: 25,500 key barrier for Nifty, IT stocks brace for H1-B shock & GST 2.0 kicks off today 8:15

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The Nifty faces a crucial 25,500 barrier with a cautious tone after last week’s strong run, while IT stocks are in sharp focus following the US administration’s historic H-1B visa shake-up and the clarifications on the one-time $100,000 application fee. GST 2.0 kicks in today, where sweeping rate cuts are set to make a wide range of goods cheaper j…

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The Future of AI & Creativity | Ep. 16 (Exclusive Drop) w/ Mike Todasco (SDSU, Ex-PayPal) 23:32

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The AI wave is reshaping industries faster than most leaders can process. Few people have navigated it from as many angles as Mike Todasco, former Head of Innovation at PayPal, Visiting Fellow at the James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence at San Diego State University, and holder of 100+ patents. In this Exclusive Drop episode of …

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4823: iPhone 17 hits stores, a blockbuster IPO week, Pakistan’s new export markets & Sanjeev Sanyal’s interview 4:45

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Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, speaks to Moneycontrol about GST implementation, process reforms and much more. Economist Arvind Kumar lobbies for gross welfare product over GDP as a measure of growth. The government is changing the benchmarks to evaluate state-run companies for "ratna" classification.…

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Doom Spending vs. FIRE: Can a Kid Pension Fix Retirement? 23:29

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From vending machines to van life, today’s money plans feel unhinged. On this episode, we welcome special guest Orianna Rosa Royle —award-winning journalist and Associate Editor at the Success Desk at Fortune. She helps us break down Germany’s “start at age six” pension idea, why Social Security fears are fueling bad choices, and the $32 investing …

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4822: Inside BharatGen’s Trillion-Parameter ‘Mother Model’, Meta’s AI Optimism for India, IT Sector’s Fed Breather and SoftBank’s new round of layoffs 7:01

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down MeitY’s big announcement awarding BharatGen over Rs 900 crore to build a trillion-parameter “mother model” under the IndiaAI Mission, and what it means for India’s AI ecosystem. We also bring you Meta CMO Alex Schultz’s insights on why India could emerge as an AI exporter, the IT sector’s cautious r…

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4821: Future of smartphones – the next homegrown disruptor | Madhav Sheth, Founder & CEO, NxtQuantum Shift Technologies 28:24

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The man who virtually dismantled the entry barrier to owning smartphones has now embarked on his next project, which, too, is poised to revolutionise communication. Former RealMe founder Madhav Sheth’s latest venture, NxtQuantum Shift Technologies, has pioneered the AI+ smartphone – entirely designed, developed, and manufactured in India. Under She…

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4820: India’s market cap surge, Infra.Market’s fund raise & the GenZ powered boost to tourism | MC Editor's Picks 3:39

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In this edition, we have two interesting interviews - economist Kaushik Basu argues that closer India-China engagement is necessary even as India competes with its neighbour and Abakkus Asset Manager founder Sunil Singhania tells us that India Inc must shift its focus from margin protection to growth. Also find reportage on India’s market cap surge…

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4819: IndiaAI picks IIT Bombay, TechM, Fractal, others for sovereign AI models, Nikhil Kamath leads Infra. Market’s Rs 730 crore round and Gameskraft hit by layoffs | MC Tech3 6:43

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack India’s big AI push as the government selects eight new players, including IIT Bombay, Tech Mahindra, and Fractal, to build sovereign Large Language Models (LLMs). We also bring you Infra. Market’s Rs 730 crore funding round led by Nikhil Kamath ahead of its IPO, Gameskraft’s 120 job cuts amid regulator…

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Lessons from Leaders: How AI Is Redefining Work and the Human Experience (Labor Day Special Episode) 51:07

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In this Labor Day Special Episode of AI and the Future of Work, host Dan Turchin sits down with three leaders for an open conversation about how AI is reshaping the workplace. They discuss both opportunities and challenges. The focus is on building organizations where technology amplifies human potential rather than replacing it. From rethinking th…

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4818: PM Modi’s first newspaper appearance, private banks’ push for autonomy & India’s shifting trade map | MC Editor's Picks 4:06

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In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks we report on private banks’ push for more autonomy in leadership appointments, the race for Apollo Cradle & Children’s hospital, how Trump tariffs have re-shaped India’s trade map, how the deluge has left spoilt apple crops in its wake and more. Also check out Nalin Mehta’s flashback piece that goes th…

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AI That Actually Delivers: Clarity Before Paid Ads | Ep. 15 with Vinod Kumar (Syntheum AI) 20:37

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AI that actually delivers. Vinod Kumar, CEO & Co-Founder of Syntheum AI, joins host Adam W. Barney to talk about clarity, discipline, and why most brands chase paid ads before they’ve earned the right. From building agentic AI tools for merchandisers to pioneering the idea of being “seed-strapped,” Vinod shares how founders can scale smarter withou…

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4817: What made Urban Company’s IPO a hit, Groww founders’ Rs 614 crore payday, Sentient AI wants to take on OpenAI with open source AGI, and FinBox’s $40 million raise | MC Tech3 6:39

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down what made Urban Company’s IPO a standout, with nearly 109x subscription, as it makes a blockbuster D-Street debut. We also look at Groww’s founders pocketing Rs 614 crore in incentives ahead of its IPO, why Peter Thiel-backed Sentient AI is taking on OpenAI with its open-source AGI platform, and how…

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How Do You Get Hired in an Employers' Market? 23:47

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Instead of chasing openings, how do you become a candidate that employers chase? We cover Madeline Mann's "job shopper" system: targeted networking that isn't cringe, the 10%-above rule, work-sample binders that win interviews, and the negotiation language that gets you paid without getting bounced. Special Guest: Madeline Mann Hosts: Matt Sunbulli…

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4816: Gameskraft CFO confession, Manipal Hospitals IPO & the Modinomics era | MC Editor's Picks 4:11

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In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks, learn about a stunning confession from the former Gameskraft CFO. Also find our reportage on GST - from the breather for the pharma sector to the notification on rates for bricks and tobacco products. On the eve of PM Modi’s birthday, find our special coverage on his reforms playbook and take a glimps…

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4815: Groww parent Billionbrains files updated IPO papers to raise Rs 1,060 crore through fresh issue, How Gameskraft CFO blew company funds on F&O, Nothing’s Nikhil Kamath connection | MC Tech3 7:13

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On this episode of Tech 3 podcast, we bring you details about one of India’s most awaited fintech IPO, Groww, a wild story about a former CFO of Gameskraft, why American companies continue to set up shop in India, Nothing’s Nikhil Kamath connection and why Blackbuck founder Rajesh Yabaji is frustrated with the infamous ORR Tech corridor in Bengalur…

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4814: Carlsberg IPO, Swiggy’s new app & why investors are bullish on AI startups | Editor's Picks 4:27

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Danish brewer Carlsberg is exploring an IPO for its India unit. Swiggy to debut new app Toing in Pune. Electronics contract manufacturers and non luxury hotels segment are bullish on growth. There is a surge in investors’ appetite for Indian AI startups. And, a chaotic day for income tax returns filers. Find our reportage on all this and more in th…

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One Million Missing Jobs, CEO vs Employee Optimism Gap & Vanishing Bosses | TLO Headlines 18:47

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On this episode of TLO Headlines cohosts Matt Sunbulli and Aaron Calafato dig into last week's historic jobs revision number (1 million fewer jobs), why executives and workers see the economy so differently, and what “span of control” means when your manager has 20+ direct reports. Finally, they wrap with culture (Severance, The Studio) and the ris…

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4813: Mutual funds load up Zomato, Swiggy’s new app, Groww chases $9 bn IPO valuation, AI startups prep seed rounds, Ola’s Rs 400 crore PLI claim | MC Tech3 7:27

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why Zomato’s parent, Eternal, is becoming a mutual fund favourite, Swiggy’s fresh bet on students with its new budget app Toing, and Groww’s plan to list at a $9 billion valuation. We also track the seed-funding frenzy among Indian AI startups, Ola Electric’s Rs 400-crore PLI claim for FY25, and how…

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Deep Brain Stimulation Electrode Deviations are Associated With Brain Stiffness 27:08

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October 2025 Journal Club PodcastTitle: Deep Brain Stimulation Electrode Deviations are Associated With Brain Stiffness Interfaces Measured by Magnetic Resonance ElastographyTo read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/onsonline/fulltext/2025/10000/deep_brain_stimulation_electrode_deviations_are.8.aspxAuthor: Chengyuan WuGuest Faculty: Kim Bur…

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353: Can AI Bring Back the Human Side of CRM? Jody Glidden, CEO of Postilize, on Nurturing Relationships 29:13

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Jody Glidden is the CEO and founder of Postilize, a company focused on reinventing CRM through AI. Before launching Postilize, he co-founded Introhive and served as CEO until 2022, helping raise over $100 million to build the enterprise relationship management category. A serial entrepreneur, Jody previously founded icGlobal, which was acquired by …

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4811: SEBI eases IPO norms, Swiggy ups Q-com stakes, Apple deepens India sourcing & more 4:35

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In this edition we track Sebi’s eased IPO norms and how investment banks are capitalising on the rising trend of companies going public. Find an analysis of how far Apple has deepened sourcing from India, an opinion piece on how Indian IT should navigate the current geopolitical and technological changes and how recent events shrink America’s statu…

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4812: Embedded Payments: Addressing critical challenges in $25 billion space | Srinivas Nidugondi, EVP & COO - Fintech, Comviva 24:43

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Embedded payments are revolutionizing the financial landscape by integrating payment solutions into everyday platforms. Moreover, the sector has huge potential to reach a market size of around $25 billion by 2030. Comviva is shaping this transformation with solutions like its mobiquity ONE platform to deliver secure, frictionless experiences. In th…

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4810: Instamart’s best run yet, says Swiggy chief, Urban Company’s blockbuster IPO and Apple’s supplier base doubles in India 6:48

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack Swiggy Instamart’s record growth and CEO Sriharsha Majety’s outlook for quick commerce, as Urban Company’s IPO gets 103 times subscription on final day. We also break down Apple’s growing but still modest India supplier base and what it means for local manufacturing. Plus, a deep dive into TCS and C-DAC…

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MIPS for ICH: Ground-breaking Innovation for MIS ICH Evacuation and Future Directions 26:53

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Title: MIPS for ICH: Ground-breaking Innovation for MIS ICH Evacuation and Future DirectionsGuests: David Dornbos and Mark BainMIS ICH evacuation has become standard of care following the ENRICH trial and the introduction of level 1 evidence showing efficacy. We discuss the pearls and pitfalls of this approach and how to best build systems of care …

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4809: Nifty bulls target back-to-back weekly gains; Infosys’ biggest-ever share buyback & SEBI board meet agenda | Market Minutes 8:03

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Nifty looks set to wrap up the week on a strong note after seven straight sessions of gains, with GIFT Nifty signaling a firm start and global markets buoyed by rising expectations of a US Fed rate cut next week. In today’s episode we track all the big movers—Infosys after announcing its biggest-ever Rs 18,000-crore share buyback, SEBI board meet a…

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Job Search Secrets, Interviews, and Confidence | TLO Office Hours 24:07

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In this bonus episode, TLO co-host Leah Ova sits down with Linda Raynier—career strategist, speaker, and author of the upcoming book The Quiet Achiever: Your Journey to Authentic Confidence. With nearly 1M YouTube subscribers and over 2.6M LinkedIn Learning students, Linda has become a trusted guide for introverted professionals navigating confiden…

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4808: Trade deal tracker, Apple’s price hike, Dabur CEO exclusive, Bollywood vs deepfakes & more 4:03

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In this edition we track India’s progress on trade deals with the European Union and the United States, Apple’s price hike over the years, and an 8-year trend of falling dependency on H1B visas for Indian IT companies. Also find, a Moneycontrol exclusive with Dabur CEO Mohit Malhotra. Also inside: Cyber audits for MSMEs, Bollywood’s fight against d…

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Cracking the code of failed AI pilots 46:44

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In this Fully Connected episode, we dig into the recent MIT report revealing that 95% of AI pilots fail before reaching production and explore what it actually takes to succeed with AI solutions. We dive into the importance of AI model integration, asking the right questions when adopting new technologies, and why simply accessing a powerful model …

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4807: Indian IT cuts H-1B visa use by 56% in 8 years, MSMEs face mandatory annual cyber audits and ONDC extends incentives as retail dips 7:49

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol: Indian IT services slash H-1B visa dependence by 56% in eight years even as US giants quietly lap them up. MSMEs brace for mandatory cyber audits under new CERT-In rules. ONDC extends incentives through September to keep sellers afloat as retail orders slide. Real-money gaming startup Zupee lays off 170 employees…