In the mid-1990s, Apple was in a severe financial crisis. The company faced poor management decisions, a lack of innovation, and increasing competition, especially from Microsoft, whose Windows operating system dominated the personal computer market. Despite being fierce rivals, there was a time when Microsoft stepped in to prevent Apple from going bankrupt, marking a […]
On May 16, 1916, the American Institute of Electrical Engineers (AIEE) hosted what is recognized as the first virtual meeting, connecting over 5,000 attendees from eight cities across four U.S. time zones. This event marked a groundbreaking use of telephone technology, which had been recently expanded for long-distance communication. Using 150,000 telephone poles and 5,000
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Zopper, an insurtech startup founded by Surjendu Kuila and Mayank Gupta in 2011, has carved a niche for itself in the insurance ecosystem. Originally launched as a hyperlocal point-of-sale platform, the startup underwent a strategic pivot in 2018 to focus on the distribution of embedded insurance solutions. The company’s model revolves around enabling insurance carriers
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The story of Ratan Tata’s acquisition of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is one of resilience, vision, and a full-circle moment that saw Tata transform a humiliating experience into one of the most iconic business moves in history. It all began in 1998 when Tata Motors launched the Tata Indica, India’s first passenger car with
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When people think of Hollywood stars from the 1940s, they often envision glamorous icons known for their beauty and screen presence. But one such star, Hedy Lamarr, left a legacy that goes far beyond film. Lamarr was also a brilliant, self-taught inventor who developed a groundbreaking technology that laid the foundation for modern communication systems,
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In the early 1970s, America’s roads and skies were filled with trucks and planes, but delivering a package overnight seemed impossible. The logistics industry was outdated, disorganized, and slow. No one—except for one man—could envision a faster future. That man was Frederick W. Smith, whose bold vision would change everything. But before the world would
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The story of Adolf (“Adi”) and Rudolf (“Rudi”) Dassler is a narrative of family conflict that gave rise to two of the world’s most renowned sports brands: Adidas and Puma. Rudi was outgoing, while Adi was quieter and more inventive. The Dassler brothers, Adolf and Rudolf, were born in Herzogenaurach, Germany. In 1913, Adi completed
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Bengaluru-based fashion brand The House of Rare, which owns popular menswear label Rare Rabbit, has established itself as a notable player in India’s premium fashion market. Founded in 2015 by Manish and Akshika Poddar, The House of Rare has grown steadily, thanks to a unique approach to men’s style that emphasizes global influences and experimental
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Fanta is one of the most popular soft drinks globally, known for its vibrant colors and lively advertisements featuring diverse groups of people enjoying life to upbeat music. The inception of this drink stemmed unexpectedly from resource constraints during a tumultuous historical period. To understand the beverage’s inception, we need to travel back to Germany
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Imagine applying for a job in the 15th century. You’re not just competing against a few candidates; you’re up against the likes of artists, architects, and inventors. Enter Leonardo da Vinci—the ultimate Renaissance man—who didn’t just paint the Mona Lisa and dream up flying machines; he also crafted the very first resume in the world.
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