EP TECH PULSE

  In 2021, Bumble was valued at a staggering $14 billion. Today, that valuation has plummeted to just $610 million, with shares dropping 16% in the past week alone. This steep decline raises crucial questions: What’s behind Bumble’s struggles, and does this signal a broader shift in how people use dating apps? The Decline of […]

  In an era where technology constantly pushes the boundaries of innovation, an unexpected movement is taking shape in South Korea. A growing number of Millennials and Gen Z consumers are embracing “Youngtro”—a fusion of “Young” and “Retro”—a cultural shift that revives old tech. But is this trend merely nostalgia-driven, or does it reflect a

Excessive screen time is no longer just a lifestyle concern—it is now recognized as a public health issue. AIIMS Delhi is launching the Centre for Advanced Research on Addictive Behaviours (CAR-AB), India’s first dedicated digital addiction centre. This initiative aims to address the growing impact of technology dependence, particularly among children and young adults, as

  Inside the halls of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), an unusual scene played out—one that blurred the lines between political theater, corporate influence, and artificial intelligence. A deepfake video of Donald Trump kneeling and kissing Elon Musk’s feet mysteriously appeared on internal government screens. Employees had to manually shut down

Artificial intelligence can do many things that once seemed impossible. It can generate hyper-realistic war zones, deepfake politicians, and even manipulate historical narratives. But ask AI to generate an image of a person writing with their left hand, and many models fail—often spectacularly. This strange limitation exposes something deeper about AI systems and the way