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India’s Ringg gets backing from Peak XV as it pushes voice AI past the phone call
Ringg, the India-based startup transforming voice AI beyond traditional phone calls, has secured $10 million in a Series A extension led by Peak XV. This investment underscores a growing recognition of Ringg’s potential to streamline communication and enhance productivity through innovative voice technology. The company is focused on making sophisticated AI accessible to businesses, empowering them to manage interactions more efficiently. For those interested in broader AI funding trends, explore our recent coverage of Stability AI’s $76 million raise.
Perplexity’s free AI offer left it with millions more users in India
Perplexity’s strategic partnership with Airtel propelled its user base in India to millions, demonstrating the power of accessible AI. Following the promotional offer’s conclusion for new users, Perplexity experienced a remarkable 60% rise in India revenue, even as downloads saw a slight decline, highlighting user retention and value. This success underscores a growing demand for AI-powered information tools. For broader context on navigating AI’s evolving landscape, explore our article on “OpenAI launches a safer ChatGPT for teens.”
Iran abused mobile networks’ vulnerabilities to locate US military in the Middle East, report says
A recent report details a concerning escalation in cyber warfare: Iran reportedly leveraged established vulnerabilities within mobile networks to pinpoint and target U.S. military assets in the Middle East. This exploitation occurred during the critical period leading up to and at the outset of hostilities. Security analysts confirm the sophistication of the tactic, highlighting how known network flaws were weaponized to compromise operational security and directly endanger personnel. This incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced network resilience and proactive threat mitigation.