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How to Take Back the Internet

Wired · 1y ago

How to Take Back the Internet

In a podcast episode featuring Cory Doctorow, a writer and internet activist, he emphasized the significance of the internet as a platform for free speech, press, education, and more. Doctorow warned against letting the internet become a toxic environment, stressing the need to protect its fundamental principles. The conversation revolved around interoperability, highlighting its importance in enabling users to choose platforms freely and avoid high switching costs. Doctorow's passion for preserving the internet's positive potential and fostering greater interoperability was a central theme of the discussion. His prolific writing career and work on the "enshittification" of internet platforms were also mentioned.

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Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Flipkart works on home advantage with domicile rebound from Singapore

Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart is reportedly considering moving its domicile back to India from Singapore. The company, which is valued at around $33 billion, is the country's largest consumer internet firm with a foreign domicile. The move is seen as a strategic step towards an eventual initial public offering (IPO) and could also result in a significant tax gain for the Indian government. Flipkart's plans to move back to India come as other Indian startups based in Singapore are also considering similar moves to take advantage of a more mature ecosystem and tap into the country's IPO market.

ONDC will propel Indian e-commerce from 80 million monthly users to 500 million: Nandan Nilekani

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Money Control · 2y ago

ONDC will propel Indian e-commerce from 80 million monthly users to 500 million: Nandan Nilekani

According to Nandan Nilekani, the Chairman of Infosys and co-founder of Aadhaar, the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has the potential to boost India's e-commerce from 80 million monthly users to 500 million. He believes that ONDC will create a level playing field, enable innovation, and bring more users into the digital economy, driving significant growth in the Indian e-commerce sector. Infosys Chairman says that while the internet has grown in the US on the back of the high advertising revenue of $862 per capita shifting online, India can’t take this approach as the number for the country is as low as $7 per capita.

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.

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.

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

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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.

SpaceX applies for Indonesia internet service provider permit, government says

Reuters · 1y ago

SpaceX applies for Indonesia internet service provider permit, government says

Elon Musk's SpaceX has applied for an internet service provider permit in Indonesia for its Starlink satellite unit. This move indicates the expansion of Starlink in Southeast Asia, following licenses granted in Malaysia and a partnership deal in the Philippines. The Indonesian communications ministry stated that a trial will take place in Nusantara, the country's new capital that is currently being constructed on Borneo island. Starlink, which owns a majority share of satellites orbiting Earth, is a dominant player in the satellite internet industry.

Fidelity marks down Gupshup to $700M amid startup valuation concerns

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Money Control · 2y ago

Fidelity marks down Gupshup to $700M amid startup valuation concerns

Fidelity's markdown of Gupshup for the third time in five months highlights how investors are evaluating Indian startups differently in terms of valuation differently amid a gripping funding winter and at a time when industry watchers have voiced caution about the overestimation of the country's internet market

Startups looking to reverse-flip must pay tax: Piyush Goyal

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Startups looking to reverse-flip must pay tax: Piyush Goyal

Indian-origin startups planning to move their headquarters back to India will have to pay tax, according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. These companies initially set up abroad for tax planning purposes and now want to return to India to take advantage of the country's growth story. Goyal stated that it would be unfair to exempt these firms from taxation while others are paying. Several unicorn startups, including Pine Labs and Razorpay, have been considering a move back to India from jurisdictions like Singapore and the US.

Sector Scan: How India’s diagnostics players plan to recover after COVID boom

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Sector Scan: How India’s diagnostics players plan to recover after COVID boom

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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.

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