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Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, is taking over as CEO of Relativity Space, replacing co-founder Tim Ellis. Schmidt brings substantial financial backing and leadership experience to the rocket company known for its 3D-printed rockets. Ellis will continue supporting the company as a co-founder and board member.

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney supports Elon Musk's claim that protests against Tesla are funded by billionaire donors like George Soros and Reid Hoffman. Sweeney relates this to his experience with Big Tech companies allegedly engaging in deceptive practices to smear his company.

Indiaspora, a non-profit organization, is expanding its global network of Indian-origin leaders, creating a prestigious platform akin to the World Economic Forum. The platform focuses on themes like thought leadership, compassion, philanthropy, and mentorship, fostering collaboration to advance global good and support communities both in India and abroad.

Recent US H-1B visa policy changes cause concern among Indian IT professionals. However, a shortage of specialised technical skills in America and tech giants' focus on Indian talent may moderate the impact.

In a world where being a billionaire is no longer rare, a new financial elite has emerged– the super-billionaires. These are individuals worth $50 billion or more, and they’re not just building wealth; they’re reshaping industries, influencing global markets, and pushing the boundaries of technology, luxury, and finance. Delve in and read on to know who made it to the list!

The Wall Street Journal released the 2025 list of 24 super billionaires. Elon Musk leads with $419.4 billion. Indian billionaires Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani also feature. Super billionaires have net worths above $50 billion. They shape industries and markets globally, reflecting the increasing power and economic influence within this elite group.

The Times of India-Gadgets Now Awards 2024 will be held on February 14, 2025, celebrating excellence in personal technology. Distinguished industry leaders will grace the event, and awards will recognize the best in smartphones, AI gadgets, laptops, smart TVs, and more, with prominent and emerging brands competing.

The Times of India Gadgets Now Awards 2023 winners were announced in Gurugram. Industry leaders and notable personalities attended the event, presenting awards across 21 categories. Highlights included Apple iPhone 16 Pro winning Best Smartphone of the Year, and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL recognized as the Best AI-powered Gadget.

In 2025, economic powerhouses like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg dominate the wealth rankings. Forbes lists Musk as the richest with $433.9 billion, followed by Bezos and Zuckerberg. Other top billionaires include Larry Ellison, Bernard Arnault, and Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, highlighting significant contributions to global markets and industries.

From Ivy League dropouts to those who pursued unconventional routes, the world's richest people like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg show that diverse educational backgrounds can lead to extraordinary success. Their unique journeys demonstrate how passion and bold decisions in fields such as technology and business have propelled them to unimaginable wealth.

The Gadgets Now Awards 2024 jury, featuring top industry experts, has evaluated this year's top tech innovations. Key categories include Best Smartphone, with strong contenders like the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, and Best AI-powered Gadget from Asus, HP, and Samsung. Winners will be announced on February 14, 2025.

US President Donald Trump has shown support for Elon Musk potentially buying TikTok and proposed that the US government receive a 50% ownership stake in exchange for operating permits. This comes after Trump temporarily halted TikTok's ban. Both Trump and China have expressed some flexibility regarding the sale of TikTok's US operations.

Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, Tim Cook, and other prominent tech leaders attended Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration at St. John’s Church in Washington. The event saw a significant international presence with figures like Mukesh Ambani also in attendance. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden welcomed the Trumps to the White House before the ceremony.

The Adani Group has hired US law firms to handle civil and criminal proceedings by the SEC and Eastern District of New York. Charges against Gautam Adani and associates include payment of bribes for solar energy contracts.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump attended a Church service at St. John’s in Washington, a tradition for presidential inaugurations. Notable tech industry leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Tim Cook were present, along with other prominent figures. This Inauguration ceremony is held indoors due to sub-zero temperatures, with Joe Biden greeting the incoming president.

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt has funded 3D-printed rocket company Relativity Space, aiding its efforts despite 2024 capital-raising challenges.

The world's top 10 richest people in 2025, led by Elon Musk at $421.2 billion, include industry leaders from technology, e-commerce, luxury goods, and finance. Their wealth comes from innovative ventures and strategic investments in companies like SpaceX, Tesla, Amazon, and Meta. These billionaires are reshaping and transforming the global economy through disruptive technologies.

NPCI extends the deadline for PhonePe and Google Pay to lower their market share in UPI by two years, lifting the onboarding limit for WhatsApp. Despite new players, PhonePe and Google Pay dominate the market. NPCI aims to avoid single-point failure risk and supports diverse UPI app growth.

Schmidt’s maiden trip to India as Google chairman has created palpable excitement among Bangalore’s startups.