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Automation, AI offer rich promises to Indian firms despite slow growth

For 2019, Nasscom said it was 'cautiously optimistic' and cited rising global economic uncertainties arising out of trade wars and protectionism

Year Ahead 2020: Top 6 most promising gadgets to look out for next year

From OnePlus 'Concept One' smartphone to Microsoft Xbox Series X, Business Standard lists top 6 gadgets that we should look forward to in the new year

US-based Rockwell Automation launches first India centre in Gurugram

The India centre will display to the customers solutions in five focus sectors -- oil and gas, chemicals, food and beverage, auto and tyre, lifescience, the company said

How IT companies are using tech power to make their employees happy

Big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence are helping Infosys provide its employees a new kind of experience on the job

Tech 2030: Is India ready for what's next?

Touchscreens and voice control rule our lives. Automation and AI are common place technologies. Not just people, the internet of things allows billions of inanimate objects to now talk to each other

CSS Corp to expand facilities in India, add 1,000 positions over one year

In Noida, CSS Corp has about 100 people, which is expected to be doubled. Other centres like Hyderabad and Bengaluru would also see hiring taking place.

EdgeVerve's bet on automation segment helps fuel high growth rate

EdgeVerve, a subsidiary of Infosys, provides RPA solutions under its 'AssistEdge' platform, while its AI-based solutions are offered under 'Infosys Nia'

How Flipkart is automating its supply chain with robotics, machine learning

The e-commerce giant is using robots to automate its supply chain and bring the next 200 million customers online

Addressing challenges offer scope for growth in electronics sector: IT Secy

He added that challenges in sectors like agriculture, transportation, energy, logistics and industrial automation also present opportunities for developing solutions.

Boeing drops automation system used to build 777 jets on reliability issue

Boeing had faced delays last year when the fuselage automated upright build machine was tried out on existing versions of the 777

ABB India clocks PBT of Rs 113 crore in Q3 FY20 after reform measures

Q3 was also marked by orders for smart cities in Ranchi and the ancient city of Ujjain for smart power distribution equipment like compact substations and ring main units

Tech skills in highest demand are automation, AI, analytics: Infosys study

Interestingly, soft skills were rated to be just as important as technical ones

Robotic process automation helping organisations to stay competitive

The report found that RPA has become a buzzworthy solution for organisations

Robot at your service: Bengaluru eatery gives a taste of alternate reality

Tokyo already has a Robot Restaurant since 2017, one of the top tourist attractions of the city

Finance will need people who can work with robots as AI takes a 3rd of jobs

Job seekers with expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science are among the most in-demand candidates in finance

Amazon introduces new machines that pack orders and replace jobs

This shows Amazon is pushing to reduce labour and boost profits. The changes are yet to be implemented as vetting these changes take a long time.

Working women more vulnerable to automation than men, says IMF Report

Research paper says 180 million jobs for women are at risk globally

Older PCs putting small businesses at cyber risks, productivity loss: Study

The study surveyed 556 SMBs in 21 cities in India

Why govts need to support workers during their transition to automation

We also need to counter the large increase in the share of total income that's gone to capital relative to labour

'The Truth About Killer Robots' explores how robots can take our jobs

New York-based filmmaker Maxim Pozdorovkin's documentary also examines the economic consequences of robotic intrusions, one that could be especially relevant in countries like India