Adani to Invest $5 Billion in Google Data Centers, CFO Says

MediaTek Inc. experienced its best week since 2002, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence at Google, which is reshaping the growth outlook for the Taiwanese chipmaker. The surge in MediaTek's shares reflects investor confidence in the potential of AI technologies to enhance product offerings and market competitiveness.

Google has announced a limitation on the free usage of its Nano Banana Pro image generation tool due to overwhelming demand. This decision comes shortly after the model's launch, which utilizes the advanced capabilities of Gemini 3 to create more realistic AI-generated images.

Google has indicated a potential shutdown date for Google Assistant on Android Auto, signaling a shift towards its new AI model, Gemini, which promises more natural interactions within infotainment systems. This transition is expected to enhance user experience significantly.

Indian e-commerce platform Meesho Ltd. is preparing to raise up to 54 billion rupees ($605 million) through an initial public offering (IPO) scheduled to open on December 3, as reported by sources familiar with the matter.

Digital Connexion, a joint venture involving Reliance Industries Ltd., Brookfield Asset Management Ltd., and Digital Realty Trust Inc., has announced plans to invest $11 billion in developing an AI data center in southern India by 2030. This investment highlights the growing demand for data infrastructure in the region.

IEEE and the Girl Scouts of the United States of America are collaborating to encourage girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This initiative comes in response to the persistent underrepresentation of women in STEM fields, where they constituted only 28 percent of the global workforce last year, according to the World Economic Forum.

Google is advancing its plans for an Android-based operating system, dubbed 'Aluminium OS', which aims to replace ChromeOS and enhance the functionality of personal computers. This initiative is expected to integrate Android capabilities into desktop environments, marking a significant shift in Google's approach to operating systems.

Snapchat is experiencing significant user growth, nearing 1 billion monthly users, largely driven by its popularity in India and Pakistan. However, despite this increase in users, the company continues to face financial challenges, leading to a decline in investor confidence.