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'The Book of Life' director Jorge Gutierrez wrote on social media on Friday that he was dropping out of a 'Punky Duck 'series that had been announced at Amazon's AI on the Lot event just two days earlier.

Chairman Chandra says AI most significant opportunity for enterprise IT, will slow hiring

India's IT giants Infosys, TCS, and Wipro have collectively deployed over 300,000 Microsoft 365 Copilot licenses in under six months, marking one of the largest enterprise AI rollouts globally. This rapid expansion signifies growing confidence in genai's ability to deliver measurable business outcomes, with high usage rates indicating deep integration into daily workflows and a shift towards enhancing human potential.

Indian IT stocks surged Monday, with major players like Infosys and TCS gaining up to 5%. This rebound follows months of AI-driven pessimism, as investors reassess sector valuations ahead of a key US Federal Reserve meeting. Technical indicators suggest a potential short-term recovery, though analysts caution it might be a retracement within a broader trend.

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As AI's influence grows, leaders face the challenge of integrating it across operations and strategy. UC Berkeley Executive Education's 3-month online program equips mid-level and senior professionals with the skills to navigate AI and genai, fostering informed decision-making and driving organizational growth without requiring a technical background.

Tech giant Google is piloting a new interview format for software engineers, allowing AI assistant use during technical rounds. This move reflects the evolving engineering landscape, where AI plays a significant role. Candidates will be assessed on their ability to work with AI, including prompt engineering and output validation, aiming to mirror modern development practices.

Mid-career professionals in India are increasingly shifting to product management as it sits at the nexus of technology, business, and customer needs, offering strategic influence, growth, and innovation opportunities amid the rapid expansion of digital, tech-driven industries.

IT giants Cognizant and Capgemini are now valued below their annual revenues, signaling investor wariness of mid-teen margins. AI's rise and slowing client spending pressure traditional models. While efforts are underway to adapt, concerns linger about sustained growth and margin improvement amidst these shifts and sector-specific challenges.

Generative AI and autonomous agents are rapidly transforming business, yet organizations struggle to implement them effectively. This Executive Programme equips professionals with no-code AI skills to build end-to-end workflows and deliver measurable impact. Participants will leverage over 15 no-code tools and engage in real-world projects to accelerate workplace productivity and drive AI adoption.

Alphabet's Google Cloud has surged ahead in the AI race, reporting impressive revenue growth. This performance outshines competitors Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS. Google's unique 'full-stack' approach, including custom AI chips and advanced models, is attracting major clients. The tech giants are collectively investing over $700 billion in AI infrastructure this year.

TCS CEO K Krithivasan dismisses predictions of India's IT sector becoming obsolete by 2030, asserting that AI will amplify the need for IT services. He highlights the industry's resilience due to deep skill sets, not just cost.

TCS receives a 'buy' rating with a Rs 3,100 target, showing improved international business and strong bookings. Eicher Motors' electric Flying Flea is noted, though mainstream adoption needs further refinement. Delhivery's share price remains resilient amid fuel concerns, with robust near-term demand. JSW Steel's Q4FY26 production saw a dip due to expansion shutdowns.

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