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All India Gaming Federation supports the draft rules released by Government for the online gaming sector

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~ AIGF applauds the government’s decision and hails it as a breakthrough move for India’s flourishing online gaming industry ~

~ In the context of the proposed amendments to the IT Rules for online gaming, The Quantum Hub (TQH) organized a discussion along with the All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) today ~

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) recently published a draft rules pertaining to online gaming for public consultation. One of its key proposals, is a self-regulatory framework that, in the future, might also govern the content of online gaming. The self-regulatory organization (SRO) would be responsible for registering and approving games, as well as providing a grievance redressal mechanism. 

All India Gaming Federation supports the draft rules released by Government for the online gaming sector

Supporting this decision, Mr. Roland Landers, CEO, All India Gaming Federation, said, “The draft rules present a balanced and efficient approach for the regulation of online gaming and keeps in mind both the interests of innovation and consumer protection needs. We welcome the opportunity to interact with different audiences and believe that it is crucial to educate and inform all stakeholders and consumers on how the rules will be relevant to them. Developing capacity at this early stage would mean that as and when these draft rules are implemented and come to force, everyone will be fully prepared to uphold their obligations and enforce their rights within the online gaming ecosystem..” 

A MeitY notice states that an intermediary for online gaming “shall observe the due diligence required under the rules while discharging its duties, including reasonable efforts to cause its users not to host, display, upload, publish, transmit or share an online game not in compliance with Indian law, including any law on gambling or betting.”

“We appreciate the government’s continued commitment to an open and transparent process, and we look forward to continuing our engagement during the consultation period. These regulations will go a long way toward protecting consumer interests and promoting the responsible and fair growth of the sector.” Mr. Landers concluded.

The online gaming industry in India is a nascent yet quite lucrative sector in India. In absence of a regulatory framework, not-for-profit organizations, like All India Gaming Federation, have been overseeing the industry functioning and challenges closely ensuring seamless growth. Moreover, as per the recent report by gaming-focused venture fund Lumikai, India’s online gaming market is expected to touch $8.6 billion in FY2027 from about $2.6 billion in 2022.

YouTube link of panel discussion on the draft amendment to the IT Rules, 2021 –

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Shaakuntalam: All the Latest Updates about the Telugu Love Drama film

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is coming for a Telugu mythological drama film Shaakuntalam. The makers have organized a grand event in Hyderabad and released the trailer on Monday. In this new trailer, the film features Samantha in her most pivotal role self which looks like an epic retelling of a chapter from the Mahabharata. 

The new trailer starts with a shot of a massive kingdom and the voiceover unveils an abandoned baby who was born to Menaka and Viswamithra. The new trailer continues and introduced the baby as Shaakuntala, who was born with a purpose. 

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On cutting to the next shot, we have introduced to king Dushyant and he has met Shaakuntala for the first time in a forest. After that, he falls in love, and it was love at first sight as the camera pans to Samantha. She is looking absolutely ethereal. She’s covered in butterflies when Dushyant sees her for the first time. 

The remainder of the film is about Shaakuntala’s battle for her love and the repercussions she has to face for the same. 

The Telugu love drama is truly a high-budget film, the project has been directed by Gunasekhar, who is best known for his epic period drama Rudhramadevi with Anushka Shetty. 

In 2020, speaking at the launch of the movie recently, Samantha said that this will be her dream project and dream role. She has teamed up with Gunasekhar for the first time. 

The film, produced on a massive budget by Gunasekhar himself, will be released in Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada. It will hit the screens worldwide on February 17. 

Samantha was recently seen in the Telugu film Pushpa, in which she danced to the widely popular song, Oa Antava. In Tamil, she was seen in the romantic comedy Kaathu Vaakula Rendu Kadhal, which co-starred Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi. 

In 2021, Samantha was seen playing a Sri Lankan Tamil rebel in the hit web series, Family Man season 2. She played a character called Raji, and her performance was extremely well-received. 

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Samantha will soon make her international film debut with Arrangements of Love, which will be directed by Downton Abbey creator Philip John. As per Variety, the project will be produced by Sunita Tati, who had previously worked with Samantha on Oh! Baby, the Telugu adaptation of the Korean comedy, Miss Granny. She also has Raj and DK’s Citadel, also starring V. 

Shaakuntalam: Release Date 

The Telugu love drama film will hit on 17th February 2023. 

Here is the trailer: 

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Deal: Get Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G for only ₹29,999

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In search of a great mid-range smartphone in that Rs.25-30k price bracket? Well, we have got a great deal for you, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is yet again getting a price cut today. Having a Snapdragon 865 processor paired with flagship features like IP68 water resistance and 120Hz sAMOLED display, this smartphone is still worth buying even in 2023.

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is still one of the best for its price and now as the S21 FE is already there the predecessor has been discounted further. Originally launched at ₹47,999, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G was a very compelling option against the OnePlus phones. Currently, this Samsung smartphone is on sale via Amazon India for ₹29,999 only alongside 6 months No Cost EMI.

Deal: Get Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G for only ₹29,999

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Specifications

  • 6.5-inch(16.40 centimeters) Infinity-O Super AMOLED Display with 120Hz Refresh rate, 1080 x 2400 (FHD+) Resolution
  • 4500 mAh battery (Non -removable) with Super Fast Charging, Fast Wireless Charging & Finger Print sensor
  • IP68 Rated, MicroSD Card Slot (Expandable upto 1 TB), Dual Nano Sim, Hybrid Sim Slot, 5G+5G Dual stand by
  • 5G Ready powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Octa-Core processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB internal memory expandable up to 1TB, Android 11.0 operating system and dual SIM
  • Triple Rear Camera Setup – 12MP (Dual Pixel) OIS F1.8 Wide Rear Camera + 8MP OIS Tele Camera + 12MP Ultra Wide | 30X Space Zoom, Single Take & Night Mode | 32MP F2.2 Front Punch Hole Camera

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Apple will start in-house production of displays from 2024

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The Cupertino giant is unwilling to shell out more from its pocket on displays of its iPhones as it looks to make everything in-house. As we know Apple spends a lot on its displays procured from Samsung and LG, however, the latest reports from Bloomberg suggest that the iPhone maker will first make its own display for its high-end Apple Watch Ultra in 2024.

Apple to make its own Display?

Apple will adapt to new microLED display technology for its upcoming Watch Ultra and use in-house displays, having done that the giant will start transitioning to its own displays for iPhones and other devices like iPad. From making its own modem chips to completely shut its relations with AMD or Intel, Apple is completely becoming self-reliant.

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Though Apple won’t be producing through its own plants or setting up any manufacturing unit of any sort yet it will use outside suppliers and design its own display. As per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is trying to decrease its dependence on third-party component suppliers like Samsung or Qualcomm by making its products by itself or by suppliers.

Having command over its own design and technology will help Apple will the edge, save costs and bring better displays. The latest though we will see on the Apple Watch Ultra, whose next-to-next variant will have better displays and as per Bloomberg the display will “make content appear like it’s painted on top of the glass.”

It is estimated that Apple is spending billions of dollars on its own display technology and the transition has already been planned since 2020 but was cancelled later. However, its first approach is slated for Watch Ultra in 2024 but Bloomberg also tells that the plan might slip to 2025 due to technical challenges but for sure Apple is thinking in the long term.

via MacRumors

Microsoft to include OpenAI’s GPT Technology!

According to reports, OpenAI’s linguistic Artificial Intelligence technology has been tested with Microsoft’s PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word software. Microsoft has been striving to better integrate OpenAI’s text-generating GPT algorithm into PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word. It is already integrated into Word’s autocomplete tool.

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The Company has reportedly been upgrading Outlook search results with the help of OpenAI’s GPT technology to make it possible for users to find what they’re looking for without using keywords in emails.

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The company also may have looked into how these AI algorithms could suggest document alterations or email replies to aid Word users in writing more effectively. Microsoft’s plans for these features are unknown; it’s possible that they are merely being tested at this time.

If the company moves even more in the direction of adding capabilities from ChatGPT, the interactive AI that made headlines last year, Outlook may be able to construct complete emails from simple questions. Consider a scenario in which Outlook merely informs your co-workers about your illness in response to your request to send an email to the team stating you’re ill.” The company is also releasing a version of Bing that features ChatGPT to react to user queries. This new function might be available as early as March, which will help Bing battle with Google.

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It will be challenging to integrate highly complicated AI text-generation functions into Microsoft’s productivity software. Precision is among the most crucial. ChatGPT still has a tendency to present misleading information as fact, making any type of document creation or complex integration difficult.

Privacy is yet another serious issue. The company will have to modify its models to prevent the vulnerability of user data. The data claims that Microsoft has been creating privacy-preserving models utilising the GPT-3 and GPT-4 standards, which have not yet been made available to the general public. Microsoft researchers trained big language models with just some preliminary success with sensitive data.

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In 2020, Microsoft obtained exclusive access to the GPT-3’s technology following financing of $1 billion in OpenAI in 2019. Since then, it has grown close to OpenAI, and it hopes to incorporate a DALL-E 2-powered AI text-to-image model within Bing. Microsoft’s Surface team has been keen to create new gear that takes full advantage of this opportunity, like the recently released Surface smart camera.

If Microsoft implemented GPT-powered editions of PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word, the OpenAI-developed GPT models would join the consumer market fast. Bing is prepared to soon join PowerApps with its own AI-powered search results. If Bing and Office integrated OpenAI’s language models, it would put a lot of pressure on Google, which dominates search and has made progress with its Workspace services for companies.

Auto Expo 2023: Hyundai unveils the new facelift version of the Grand i10 NIOS; sets the benchmark for an entry-level hatchback in India

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Hyundai, the South Korean automobile manufacturer is one of the highest-selling car brands in India, competing with Maruti Suzuki and Tata. They have done quite well in the Indian market, thanks to their well-designed and feature-loaded cars along with well-refined engines and decent mileage.

i10 has been one of the best-selling cars for Hyundai over the years. They launched the Grand i10 NIOS in India back in 2019. It immediately caught the eyes of the Indian market and has been doing very well till now. It has featured frequently in the list of top-selling cars in India. Grand i10 NIOS and its sedan version Aura, both generated huge sales for Hyundai and are not showing any signs of downfall, so the car manufacturer has decided to give them an update to meet RDE (Real Driving Emission) norms.

An update was already due for the car launched 3 years back and along with the Phase II of BS6 Norms set to kick in from April 2023, Hyundai has finally given it an update. The new Grand i10 NIOS facelift has finally been revealed by Hyundai ahead of the ongoing Auto Expo 2023. The company has already started taking bookings for the car for only Rs 11,000.

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Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS facelift: New features

The new Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS facelift is basically unchanged from its previous version in the mechanical front but it has major safety updates along with a few cosmetic changes. The front grille along with the LED DRLs has been given an update. The side profile has remained the same. However, the rear profile of the car has now got an updated look. The classy connecting-type led tail lamps enhance the overall look of the car.

The interior has also been given a cosmetic change and now you can get a black interior with spark green/red inserts.

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One of the major safety updates in the car is the inclusion of 4 mandatory airbags (Front Airbag – Driver & Passenger and Side Airbag). It also has an option for 6 airbags which include the curtain airbag.

The new Grand i10 NIOS facelift also has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Hill Assist Control (HAC), Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM), Cruise Control, Automatic Headlamps, Rear AC, Child seat anchor (ISOFIX), etc. It has also been given a 3.5″ speedometer with a multi-information display and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.

Along with the previously available colours, Hyundai has now introduced the Spark Green colour option. The prices will increase and is expected to be in the range of Rs 6 lakh-9 lakh (ex-showroom). It will comptete with the Tata Tiago and the Maruti Suzuki Swift and is expected to perform really well in the Indian market with all the new features added.

Read: From Mahindra to Hyundai and MG, Here are all the upcoming cars launching in January 2022

PokerBaazi partners with Sony LIV for Shark Tank India Season 2 as co-powered by sponsor

PokerBaazi, India’s biggest poker platform in its journey to drive the ever-burgeoning start-up ecosystem of India has partnered with Sony LIV for the Shark Tank India Season 2 as co-powered by sponsor.

Poker is closely linked with entrepreneurship as it teaches you so much based on calculative analysis and skills. PokerBaazi has been at the forefront of leading the growth of the skill-based sport in India and therefore, this official partnership with Shark Tank India is in complete sync.

PokerBaazi partners with Sony LIV for Shark Tank India Season 2 as co-powered by sponsor

Speaking about the partnership, Mr. Navkiran Singh, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Baazi Games said, “We believe that the alignment of what defines Poker as a skill-based sport cannot have an association better than Shark Tank India. In life and entrepreneurship, you need to keep making the right decisions over time and Shark Tank is one such medium that reflects the same ideology and that is why we choose to officially associate with the property.”

He also added, “We want to thank the entire team of Sony LIV who has brought a larger-than-life concept to life and showcased that anything is possible if we have a dream with the right set of skills and want to pursue it wholeheartedly.”

Ranjana Mangla, Head Ad Sales Revenue, Sony LIV, said, “We are pleased to associate with PokerBaazi. Sony LIV focuses on novel approaches for each of its partners to create synergies between the brand and its target audience. The show provides a highly credible environment for marketers to tell their brand stories, drive focused and clutter-breaking advertising for both emerging and established brands.”

PokerBaazi is also celebrating the Shark Tank Season on social media with several unique social media initiatives like #PokerTank which is being led by PokerBaazi Team Pro – Abhishek Goindi and Muskan Sethi. #PokerTank will be an edutainment series across social media platforms of PokerBaazi showcasing similarities between concepts of Poker and decision making in entrepreneurial life, helping the masses to resonate with Poker beyond the technicalities of the sport. 

Manchester United reach Wout Weghorst agreement for €3m but Besiktas yet to give green light

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Manchester United have reached an agreement with Burnley to sign Wout Weghorst

However, a key step in the deal remains Besiktas being convinced to part ways with the player. And they will only do so if they can find a replacement for him in the coming days. The loan deal for him runs until the end of the season, and there is no option to recall him included. 

As a result, Besiktas will be entitled to a payment of €3 million in order to terminate the loan deal early. But they must find a suitable replacement for him in order to approve of the deal. 

Wout Weghorst transfer update: Besiktas approval still pending 

Should the transfer go through, it would be a loan deal from Burnley. As of yet, a permanent deal isn’t being explored by the two clubs. But if he performs well, there could be an option for a long-term deal on the table. 

The former Wolfsburg striker found it hard to perform in England with Burnley, and has been doing well in Turkey during his loan spell. The Dutchman has scored eight goals and provided four assists in 16 Turkish Super Lig games this season. 

His tall figure will provide a significant boost for the team in terms of having a target man in the box. And since Erik Ten Hag wanted the player personally, it will be interesting to see how his time at Manchester United plays out if the deal goes through. 

All the parties involved in the Wout Weghorst deal are confident of it being wrapped up soon. And Besiktas are key to the player getting the move that he wants. 

pTron launches new Bassbuds Epic to amplify gaming experience for only ₹799

Built for the gamers, the Bassbuds Epic offers 40ms low-latency gaming, truly Immersive Audio, Crystal-Clear Communications, and 35hrs All-Day Comfort

Homegrown Digital Audio accessories and lifestyle brand, pTron announced the launch of its Gaming TWS, Bassbuds Epic on Flipkart. Stacked with key features sought out by gamers: low-latency wireless technology, closed acoustic sound, long playtime, and ergonomic shape for comfort. 

Speaking at the launch of the new gaming TWS, Mr. Ameen Khwaja, Founder & CEO, pTron said, “The all-new Bassbuds Epic packs the must-have technologies gamers demand fully immersive play. The Bassbuds Epic is a must-have gaming gadget for casual gamers seeking entry-level gaming earbuds for maximum gaming thrill”.

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Unlike other wireless earbuds, the Bassbuds Epic’s proprietary AptSenseTM low latency solution offers closed acoustic audio clarity for fully immersive in-game playback. Each earbud’s unique ergonomic shape paired with pTron’s proprietary miniaturized audio drivers deliver deep powerful bass, natural mids, and crisp highs for unrivalled sound quality engineered specifically for gaming. The earbuds feature Game & Music Mode for seamless on-the-go entertainment. The multi-function touch control on the earbud provides tactile and intuitive control, allowing the user to move seamlessly between gaming and calls.

The Bassbuds Epic also utilizes dual-channel standard Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity for seamless transmission with Type C quick charging (earbuds 1hr, 1.5hrs charging case). The earbuds’ dual microphones with TruTalkTM ENC technology deliver clear communications, reducing background noises for a rich multiplayer gaming experience.

Blending the nostalgia of gaming with a modern form factor, the Bassbuds Epic is available at a special festive launch price of INR 799/- on Flipkart for the first 3 days. The earbuds will be available at a regular price of INR 899/- after the launch offer.

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Atletico Madrid in pursuit of Memphis Depay as Joao Felix replacement

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Atletico Madrid are looking to sign Memphis Depay as the replacement for Joao Felix in the January transfer window. 

Felix is set to leave the club on a loan deal to join Chelsea for the rest of the season. And the Rojiblancos have identified Memphis Depay as one of the suitable candidates to replace the Portugal international. 

However, the transfer is still in the initial stages and nothing has been finalised as of yet. Talks between the two clubs will take place in the coming days about the structure of the deal and the finances involved. 

Memphis Depay a potential target for Atletico Madrid 

The Netherlands international is out of a contract at the end of the 22/23 season. And so far, there has been no indication that Barcelona want him to continue playing for them. As a result, there is a good chance that he could walk out as a free agent when his contract runs out. 

But for the last five months, he could be playing for Atletico Madrid if a deal can be struck. A permanent transfer could also be on the cards if Barcelona cannot convince Depay to extend his contract with them.

He has been in and out of the first team, and has found consistent time in the starting line-up hard to come by. Since joining the club from Lyon, he has scored 14 goals in 42 appearances. But, he hasn’t managed to stay consistent in his performances. And this has resulted in him being relegated to the bench for a significant part of the season.  

It now remains to be seen whether the 28-year-old will follow in the footsteps of Luis Suarez and join the Colchoneros or decide to take up a new challenge altogether.