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Truecaller, Google Join Hands To Improve Video Calling App Duo
Leading telecommunication app Truecaller announced some major new features to its Android app. Truecaller had tied up with Google to integrate the tech giant’s video calling app Duo within the Truecaller app.
Apart from announcing Truecaller 8 for Android which gives features like SMS, flash messaging and Truecaller Pay, it also announced its tie up with Google to integrate the Duo video calling.
The company promises high-quality video calling service through Truecaller with the addition of Google Duo. This service will roll out for the apps from the coming next months probably in both iOS and Android. Also, this is a permission-based service, the users can opt in and opt out at any time.
Amit Fulay, Head of Duo at Google said: “Regardless of what platform they are, video calling should work for everybody. Our only aim is to make video calling simple, fast and available to everyone. With this Truecaller integration, we will bring a better video calling experience to millions of new users.”
Recently, Truecaller announced a row of its new features including SMS filter, Flash Messaging, and Truecaller Pay.
SMS filter: The user can instantly see who has sent an SMS and allow it to filter all spam messages.
Flash Messaging: The user can send quick pre-defined messages to any Truecaller user to let them know if you are in distress, you are on your way, your location or that you’ve reached home.
Truecaller Pay: Any Android user in India can now send or receive money securely over their mobile phones. For this, the company had partnered with ICICI bank.
Truecaller also partnered with Airtel to launch “Airtel Truecaller ID” to extend its called ID features to Airtel users who use smartphones. These users will get a Flash SMS about the identity of the number before the call hits the users mobile.
OpenAI’s introduction of trusted contact safeguards for potential self-harm cases reflects a major evolution in AI responsibility.
Beyond Moderation
AI safety is shifting from simply blocking harmful content to actively supporting user wellbeing through:
- early risk detection
- human-centered intervention
- stronger emotional safety frameworks
This positions AI as more than an information tool—it becomes part of broader digital support systems.
Key Industry Impact
Trusted contact models could influence future safety standards across:
- AI assistants
- mental health platforms
- social media
- digital health services
The Bigger Challenge
While promising, success depends on balancing:
- privacy
- consent
- ethical intervention
- user trust
Final Take
This move signals that the future of AI safety may rely not just on preventing harmful responses, but on building more responsible, human-connected support systems.
Rozana, India’s leading rural retail platform, has secured ₹290 crore ($35 million) in a Series B funding round led by Bertelsmann India Investments (BII), with participation from Omidyar Network India, Vivid Capital, and Tana Investment Holding. This Rozana funding brings its total capital to over ₹500 crore, fueling hyperlocal expansion in underserved rural markets. Founded in 2021 by brothers Prashant and Prateek Chauhan, the startup’s phygital model blends micro-stores, app-based ordering, and last-mile delivery to connect 5 million+ users in 12 states with brands like ITC and HUL.
The ₹290 crore investment will supercharge Rozana’s rural omnichannel retail strategy, targeting 5x growth in 18 months. Plans include adding 5,000 micro-stores in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan; AI-powered inventory tech; and new categories like groceries and electronics. By empowering 20,000+ rural micro-entrepreneurs, Rozana taps into India’s $700 billion rural retail boom, where smartphone penetration and UPI drive 12% annual growth.
This Rozana Series B milestone positions it as a frontrunner against rivals like Ninjacart, eyeing unicorn status by 2028 amid ONDC tailwinds. CEO Prashant Chauhan emphasized, “We’re building rural prosperity through accessible premium brands.” For more on Rozana funding news and rural retail trends, stay updated on India’s startup ecosystem.
Peak XV Partners has launched three new funds totaling $1.3 billion, targeting India’s booming startup ecosystem. The lineup features the $600M Surge fund (8th edition) for early-stage ventures, a $300M Growth Fund for Series B+ scaling, and a $400M Acceleration Fund for rapid portfolio expansion. This commitment arrives as India’s VC inflows rebound, with AI and fintech leading 2026 trends.
These funds build on Peak XV’s legacy of backing unicorns like Zomato and Pine Labs, offering founders capital plus strategic guidance amid post-winter recovery. Early-stage deals surged 20% last year per Tracxn, positioning Peak XV to fuel the next wave of innovation in SaaS, climate tech, and consumer plays.
For startups eyeing Peak XV new funds or Surge fund 2026 applications, this signals prime opportunities. Investors and marketers should watch for deployment updates India remains a global VC hotspot.
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