The latest software update for iPhone and iPad was released during the WWDC keynote speech on 5 June. It is said to be the biggest software release ever for iPad with powerful multitasking features along with new AR experiences.
This major update to one of the world’s leading mobile operating system will bring even more intelligence and a new voice for Siri. Other updates include the ability to make payments, professional capabilities to photos, on device machine learning potential, augmented reality with the option to build apps by using virtual content on top of real world scenarios only to name a few.
It is a good time for iPad users as the new update will allow a new customizable dock that provides quick access to frequently used apps and documents from any screen. It will also be easier for iPad users to switch between active apps with a redesigned app switcher, used in Split View and Slide Over.
A new addition called Files is designed to make life easier especially for users with data stored across multiple apps. Files will help you to create folders and stay organized by storing all documents from Mail, cloud or across providers in one easy to use place.
Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering demonstrated other major features of the new OS including the synchronized messages across iCloud, iOS and macOS. Apple Pay will now be able to include person to person payments with the Apple Pay Cash Card, where peer transaction funds can be stored and transferred to personal accounts.
Apple Assistant Siri will start to sound more natural while responding to users and perform translations from English to Chinese, French, German, Italian or Spanish. Siri will also be able to learn from personal usage to give useful suggestions. Apple control center has also been completely redesigned for quick access to frequently used controls along with a new lock screen for a convenient way to see all notifications in one place.
Apple is also shifting to High-Efficiency Image File Format (HEIF) to shrink the amount of storage that photos take up on iPhone. The camera app will also get new tricks such as Bounce and Loop that can be applied to Live Photos and offers optical image stabilization for portrait mode images taken using flash in HDR.
The new OS will have AR built in directly into the core of the iOS allowing developers to build apps that convincingly blend augmented reality entertainment over real world scenes. A new Home app was also announced that will be able to control HomeKit compatible smart home gadgets.
The App Store received a complete makeover with the addition of a new ‘Today’ tab which shows a collection of news apps and a new daily list centered around particular themes and more. The App Store will also have a second new tab dedicated to Games that will feature both new and popular games, as well as in-app purchases. App Pages will be able to display new previews, quotes, and stories along with a quicker approval for new apps.
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Zepto, a leading quick commerce startup, has postponed its planned IPO to early 2026, shifting its focus to achieving profitability and increasing Indian shareholding before going public.
Key Reasons for Delay
Profitability Focus: Zepto aims to reach EBITDA break-even before listing, unlike many tech firms that went public while still loss-making.
Market Uncertainty: Ongoing global and domestic market volatility influenced the decision to wait for more stable conditions.
Peer Comparison: The company wants to present a stronger profit profile, learning from the performance of rivals like Swiggy and Zomato (now Eternal).
Boosting Domestic Shareholding
Target: Zepto plans to raise Indian ownership to at least 51% to comply with FDI norms and reinforce its Indian identity.
Actions: The company is conducting secondary share sales to Indian investors and founders are increasing their stakes by buying from foreign investors.
Progress: Domestic ownership has reached about 40-44%, with expectations to surpass 51% before the IPO.
Financial and Operational Updates
Efficiency Drive: Zepto is optimizing operations, running over 900 dark stores and offering 48,000 SKUs, to reduce cash burn and move toward profitability.
Challenges: The company faces stiff competition from Swiggy Instamart and Blinkit, leading to higher costs, and has dealt with operational pauses and regulatory scrutiny in some regions.
Outlook
Zepto remains positive about its future, aiming to raise around $800 million in its IPO and attract both domestic and international investors. CEO Aadit Palicha emphasizes building a sustainable, majority Indian-owned business before entering the public market.
Summary: Zepto’s IPO delay reflects a strategic focus on financial stability and regulatory compliance, with profitability and Indian ownership at the forefront.
Sandeep Nailwal, co-founder of Polygon, has been appointed as the first CEO of the Polygon Foundation, marking a shift from decentralized governance to focused leadership. This change aims to provide clear direction and accelerate Polygon’s growth in the competitive blockchain space.
Under Nailwal’s leadership, Polygon will discontinue its zkEVM network in 2026 to concentrate on the Polygon PoS chain and AggLayer, a new cross-chain liquidity protocol. Significant upgrades to the Polygon PoS chain are planned, starting with the Bhilai upgrade in July 2025, to enhance transaction capacity and support large-scale financial applications.
Polygon enters this new phase with a strong financial position, enabling long-term development without fundraising pressures. While Nailwal leads the Foundation, Marc Boiron continues as CEO of Polygon Labs. This leadership restructuring aims to drive innovation and reinforce Polygon’s position in Ethereum scaling and the Web3 ecosystem.
Wow! Momo, the Kolkata-based quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain, has secured ₹85 crore (approximately $9.9 million) in debt funding from Stride Ventures, aiming to accelerate its omnichannel expansion and strengthen its presence across India. The company, which operates over 700 outlets in more than 70 cities, plans to utilize the funds to open additional dine-in restaurants, expand its packaged food (FMCG) vertical, and enhance its delivery and supply chain operations. This strategic move will also help refinance existing loans and fuel Wow! Momo’s push into new markets and product categories.
Founded in 2008, Wow! Momo has rapidly diversified its offerings, launching brands such as Wow! China, Wow! Chicken, and Wow! Kulfi, and recently entering the frozen foods segment with quick commerce and retail distribution. The company is targeting a footprint of over 1,500 stores across more than 100 cities within the next three years and aims to grow its FMCG business to ₹100 crore while ramping up its HORECA (Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering) segment. The leadership team views this debt infusion as pivotal for scaling new formats, driving innovation, and building brands that resonate with Indian consumers.
Stride Ventures, known for backing high-growth startups, emphasized Wow! Momo’s strong brand recall, robust business model, and relentless innovation as key reasons for their investment. With this funding, Wow! Momo is well-positioned to further solidify its status as a category-defining player in India’s QSR and FMCG sectors, while preparing for larger equity rounds and a potential IPO in the coming years.