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How India is using the Internet

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

How India is using the Internet

The number of active internet users in India has surpassed 820 million, with over 442 million coming from rural areas. Internet penetration in the country grew by eight percent in 2023. Urban India spends slightly more time online than rural areas, but women still lag behind men in internet usage. Video and audio streaming are the top internet activities, with one in five users watching video exclusively online. There is an increase in non-traditional device usage and social media shopping. Cash on delivery for online shopping is preferred by only 26 percent of users. Music streaming and local language use are also on the rise.

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OTT audio, video services driving internet usage in India: report

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

OTT audio, video services driving internet usage in India: report

In 2023, over-the-top audio and video services became the most popular internet use case in India, with 86% of internet users consuming them. Rural India is driving the use of various online activities such as OTT, communications, social media, online gaming, net commerce, digital payments, and online learning. However, around half of the rural population remains non-active internet users due to reasons like difficulty in understanding the internet and lack of interest. The adoption of digital entertainment services is aided by the rise of non-traditional devices. Voice-based commands and Indic language preferences are gaining popularity. The total active internet user base surpassed 800 million, with over 55% of Indians using the internet in 2023. Internet penetration grew moderately at 8% year-on-year, with rural India accounting for over 53% of the total base.

Internet is worse than it used to be. How did we get here, and can we go back?

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

Internet is worse than it used to be. How did we get here, and can we go back?

The internet has changed, and not necessarily for the better. Commercial interests have taken over, leading to sensationalism and deceptive advertising. Tech giants dominate, creating filter bubbles and echo chambers. Bad actors exploit the internet, using AI to generate fake content. However, there are still some positive aspects, such as knowledge sharing and connecting with others. Privacy is a concern, and users can enact change by supporting alternative platforms. To protect ourselves, we need to be vigilant and educate others about online threats. Ultimately, we have the power to decide how much influence we give to tech giants.

Secret calculator hack brings ChatGPT to the TI-84, enabling easy cheating

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 10m ago

Secret calculator hack brings ChatGPT to the TI-84, enabling easy cheating

A YouTube creator named "ChromaLock" demonstrated how he modified a Texas Instruments TI-84 graphing calculator to connect to the internet and access OpenAI's ChatGPT, potentially enabling cheating on tests. The custom hardware modification allows users to type in problems on the calculator and receive live responses from ChatGPT. ChromaLock faced engineering challenges during development, but successfully installed the custom board into the calculator's housing without visible modifications. The system includes cheating tools like an image browser, app browser, and potential camera feature. However, using such a device for cheating is unethical and academically dishonest.

Elon Musk, Indonesian health minister, launch Starlink for health sector

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Elon Musk, Indonesian health minister, launch Starlink for health sector

Elon Musk launched SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service in Indonesia to improve internet access in remote areas. The billionaire arrived in Bali before attending the launch at a community health center in Denpasar. Musk emphasized the importance of connectivity, stating that access to the internet allows people to learn anything. Starlink was launched in three Indonesian health centers, showcasing how high internet speeds enable real-time data input for addressing health challenges. While Musk is to meet the Indonesian President, he focused on Starlink's benefits and did not address plans for investing in Indonesia's electric vehicle industry.

Italy to test Starlink satellites to boost internet penetration, official says

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

Italy to test Starlink satellites to boost internet penetration, official says

Italy is considering using satellites from Elon Musk's Starlink to provide internet services in remote areas. The government is discussing the Starlink project with regional administrations to test a "space-based service" for areas without terrestrial infrastructure. This comes as the country aims to provide fixed-line internet speeds of at least 1 Gigabit per second to homes and businesses by 2026. The satellite-based internet connection would help make up for delays in the rollout of fiber plans and is seen as a crucial part of the post-pandemic recovery plan.

Productisation Of Services Using Software & AI Will Be A Big Theme: Bessemer’s Anant Vidur Puri

Inc42 · 1y ago

Productisation Of Services Using Software & AI Will Be A Big Theme: Bessemer’s Anant Vidur Puri

Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP) is investing in India's growing SaaS ecosystem, with a focus on internet marketplaces, fintech software, digital health, and global software from India. The firm sees long-term business potential in the Indian SaaS market, which is projected to reach $50 billion by 2030. BVP is optimistic about the productisation of services using software and AI and believes India is well-positioned to leverage these technologies. The firm also emphasizes the importance of ROI for SaaS companies and advises startups to work on delivering significant cost reductions and tangible benefits to customers.

Internet users are getting younger; now the UK is weighing up if AI can help protect them

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Internet users are getting younger; now the UK is weighing up if AI can help protect them

UK regulator Ofcom is planning to launch a consultation on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the fight against harmful online content, particularly content that harms children. The consultation will explore the current use of AI tools and assess their accuracy and effectiveness in identifying and removing illegal content, such as child sex abuse material. Ofcom intends to make recommendations on how platforms should assess and improve their content detection capabilities, potentially leading to fines for non-compliance. The move comes as more young children in the UK are using the internet, with a significant number owning smartphones and engaging with social media.

Google Mourns Veteran Engineer Luiz André Barroso Who Invented the Modern Data Center

Wired · 1y ago

Google Mourns Veteran Engineer Luiz André Barroso Who Invented the Modern Data Center

Luiz André Barroso, a veteran engineer at Google, passed away at the age of 59. Barroso revolutionized the design of data centers by using low-cost components and reimagining how they worked together, laying the foundation for cloud computing. His concept of "the data center as a computer" transformed the industry and underpins internet services today. Barroso also made significant contributions to Google, including the development of its Covid exposure notifications app. His ideas spread across Silicon Valley, and his architecture became the basis for Google's cloud computing unit.

Bluesky and Mastodon users are having a fight that could shape the next generation of social media

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Bluesky and Mastodon users are having a fight that could shape the next generation of social media

The fight between Bluesky and Mastodon users over how to bridge the two decentralized social networks has significant implications for the future of the internet. While Mastodon users prefer to keep the networks separate, software developer Ryan Barrett attempted to connect the AT Protocol and ActivityPub with a bridge called Bridgy Fed. The debate intensified over whether the bridge should be opt-out by default, leading to heated discussions and personal attacks. As decentralized social networks gain popularity, how these ecosystems interact could shape the next era of the internet.

Google Search is fading. The whole internet could go with it.

Livemint

Livemint · 1m ago

Google Search is fading. The whole internet could go with it.

The article discusses the decline of Google Search and its potential impact on the internet and various industries. Search engines are crucial for driving web traffic, contributing significantly to sites like Wikipedia and Tripadvisor. As search usage declines, users, companies, and stocks could face significant changes. The article emphasizes the importance of search in daily life, for queries ranging from health concerns to finding restaurants, highlighting how integral it is to internet functionality and business operations.

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