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Ola And Microsoft To Launch Connected Vehicle Platform

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Ola, India’s cab aggregator, is going to partner with global technology giant Microsoft to build and launch a new connected vehicle platform. Ola will leverage Microsoft’s cloud, artificial intelligence and productivity tools to enhance rider experience as well as for predictive maintenance of the cars.

Ola founder Bhavish Aggarwal announced the partnership on their website, stating the global auto industry today is experiencing a shift. He added both the companies will further collaborate to help car manufacturers integrate the platform with vehicle systems. Speaking about the collaboration, Microsoft’s CEO Satya Nadella said,“Together with Ola, we’re focused on providing more intelligent, connected and productive experiences to our customers.” Nadella is currently in India to promote his autobiography Hit Refresh.

Ola will use Microsoft’s Azure to power Ola Play and extend the services to help transform the driver and passenger experience. The technology will also help Ola improve their vehicle diagnostics, increase in car productivity, advance navigation and help predict the maintenance of vehicles.

Aggarwal and Nadella were part of the India Today Conclave Next 2017. Outlining the broad contours of the alliance, Aggarwal said, “The two companies working together can accelerate the future of mobility, especially in India and beyond.” The new platform will harness the power of new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT.) “With Ola Play, we have already set the tone for connected vehicles in India and together with Microsoft, we can make the new platform available to a larger, global audience and unlock futuristic experiences for customers worldwide,” Aggarwal further added.

Along with enhancing the safety and security features and driver assistance services, the platform will be designed to continuously collect, analyze and learn from high volumes of data and user behavior. Ola Play users will also have access to use Office 365 and Skype for Business in the cars during their rides.

Nadella spoke about digital technology and its application on the Indian landscape at the India Today Conclave. The chief executive officer of Microsoft also emphasized the importance Microsoft is giving to Artificial Intelligence, Mixed Reality and other services that look to help businesses and consumers in the country.

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Google’s Iconic ‘G’ Logo Gets First Update in 10 Years

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Google has refreshed its iconic ‘G’ logo for the first time in nearly 10 years, replacing the familiar solid blocks of red, yellow, green, and blue with a smooth, vibrant gradient that blends these colors seamlessly. This subtle update gives the logo a softer, more fluid, and modern appearance, aligning with Google’s evolving digital identity and current design trends.

The new gradient transitions smoothly from red to yellow, yellow to green, and green to blue, making the logo more visually appealing and adaptable across various devices, especially on mobile platforms. This redesign also reflects Google’s growing emphasis on artificial intelligence, echoing the gradient style used in the branding of Google Gemini, the company’s AI-generative assistant.

The updated ‘G’ logo has started rolling out on iOS through the Google Search app and on some Android devices, particularly Pixel phones running the Google app beta version 16.18. However, most other platforms, including the web and non-Pixel Android devices, still display the classic solid-color logo. A wider rollout is expected in the coming weeks.

So far, Google’s main wordmark and other product logos like Chrome, Maps, and Gmail remain unchanged. Given the shift toward gradient designs and AI-inspired visuals, similar updates to other Google icons may follow in the future.

In summary, this first major update to the ‘G’ logo since 2015 signals a subtle but meaningful shift in Google’s branding strategy, blending tradition with innovation as the company deepens its focus on AI and modern design aesthetics.

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Ixigo Halts Bookings for Flights and Hotels to Turkey, China

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Indian online travel platform ixigo has suspended all flight and hotel bookings to Turkey, China, and Azerbaijan in response to these countries expressing support for Pakistan after India’s military strikes-dubbed ‘Operation Sindoor’-against terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. The move, announced by CEO Aloke Bajpai on X, was described as an act of solidarity with India during heightened diplomatic tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack.

ixigo’s decision aligns with similar actions by other Indian travel companies, including EaseMyTrip and Cox & Kings, which have also restricted travel services to Turkey, China, and Azerbaijan. The suspensions come amid widespread calls for boycotts after these countries condemned India’s military response and backed Pakistan.

The travel industry’s collective response underscores how geopolitical developments are influencing business decisions, with Indian companies emphasizing national interests and unity in the face of international criticism

 

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MapmyIndia Sees 28% Surge in Q4 Profit, Hits INR 49 Cr

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MapmyIndia reported a strong fourth quarter for FY25, with consolidated net profit rising 28% year-on-year to INR 49 crore, up from INR 38.3 crore in Q4 FY24. Revenue from operations jumped 34% to INR 143.6 crore, while total income climbed 40% to INR 166.8 crore. EBITDA surged 47% to INR 58 crore, and the EBITDA margin expanded to 40% from 37% a year ago.

The Consumer Technology & Enterprise Digital Transformation (C&E) segment led growth, with revenue up 60% to INR 88.1 crore, while the Automotive & Mobility Technology (A&M) segment rose 7% to INR 55.4 crore. The company’s map-led business maintained strong EBITDA margins at 47%, and IoT-led margins improved to 14% in FY25 from 12% last year, reflecting a shift toward SaaS revenue.

For the full year, net profit increased 10% to INR 147.6 crore, and operating revenue grew 22% to INR 463.3 crore. The order book at year-end stood at INR 1,500 crore, up 10% year-on-year, supporting the company’s target to surpass INR 1,000 crore in revenue by FY28.

MapmyIndia also announced the renaming of its subsidiary Vidteq to Mappls DT, focusing on digital transformation and defence tech, led by former CEO Rohan Verma. The company declared a final dividend of INR 3.50 per share for FY25, and its shares closed 1.54% higher following the results.

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