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And by that we mean water. You see, using ChatGPT for a short interaction, like 5 to 50 prompts, consumes around half a litre of water. This might not seem like a lot, but when you factor in the millions of people who use ChatGPT, it amounts to a substantial water requirement to keep the system going. In other news, weather influencers are the talk of the town. Tune in to The Signal Daily to know...

A big showdown against Google over monopoly accusations is happening today in the US District Court for the District of Columbia. Find out what this trial could mean for Google and other big tech companies on The Signal Daily! In other news, over the long weekend, folks from Delhi headed to the mountains, giving a much-needed boost to tourism in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.  The Signal Daily...

In today's episode, we'll give you a quick update on all the G20 weekend action. From the Bharat-India confusion to welcoming new G-20 members and adopting the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration, a lot happened in these past few days. In other news, King Khan's new release 'Jawan' is not only winning hearts, but also breaking box office records. Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more on both the sto...

In this episode of The Signal Daily, we are bringing back two of our timeless stories.  On one hand there's a groundbreaking pharmaceutical drug in the works, and it's conceptualised by artificial intelligence. Yup, you read that right an AI designed drug is in works.  On the other,  we are talking about the world of returned products. According to The New Yorker, the total value of returned goods...

Yep, you read that right. Ambrosia beetles are reportedly getting tipsy on ethanol and causing car fires in Kerala. Wondering how these stories are linked? Stay tuned to know more! And for the deep dive we are talking about Spotify. It seems it went all in on podcasts, spending over a billion dollars on exclusive content, but it is still not turning a profit. The Signal Daily is produced in associ...

The China-US chip war intensifies as China introduces a state-of-the-art 7nm processor for Huawei's newest Mate 60 Pro smartphone. What does this mean for China? In other news, A United Nations assessment report reveals that invasive alien species are causing a global economic loss of at least $423 billion annually. Stay tuned to The Signal Daily for further details! Check out our previous episode...

Perhaps. The International Olympic Council will vote next month on whether to add it to the 2028 Olympics. But that's not the only big Cricket news. Join us for today's episode as we dive into the world of Cricket.  In other news, it looks like diamonds are losing their appeal in the West. Why is that the case? Tune in to find out!  The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.The episode...

In today's episode, we're delving into the rise and downfall of Naresh Goyal. Once a prominent aviation tycoon in India, he now finds himself in the Enforcement Directorate's custody due to his alleged involvement in a bank fraud case worth Rs 539 crore. In other news, Mukesh Ambani is causing a stir in the UK for basically kicking the Brits out of their own county estate! To know more, tune in to...

Just as the Adani Group was starting to recover from the Hindenburg shock, a journalist collective called the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project or OCCRP, dropped a new bombshell about the Indian conglomerate. In other news, after Chandrayaan-3's successful lunar touchdown, the Indian Space Research Organisation or ISRO is ready to kick off its first solar mission —  Aditya L1.The Si...

In this episode of The Signal Daily, we are bringing back two timeless stories. Sting, PepsiCo's energy drink brand is currently taking the energy drink market in India by a storm. What's the reason behind this? Listen in to find out! On 3rd August, the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 was once again presented in the Lok Sabha after several revisions. Rajeev Chandrashekhar, the Minister...

Looks like it. According to Financial Times, Superbugs are on the rise, and according to WIRED, Candida auris, an extremely drug-resistant yeast is spreading in the US. Additionally, a fresh variant of the covid-19 virus, known as BA.2.86, has emerged in countries like Switzerland, South Africa, Israel, Denmark, the UK, and the US. And what's behind all of this? Climate change. In other news, ther...

Tech companies are getting a reality check from the European Union. How? Well, they've rolled out the EU's Digital Services Act, which kicked off last Friday. What does this mean? It essentially translates to tech companies needing to be more transparent about user data and advertising methods. In this episode, we're also diving into the story of how Chennai is the hub of India's chess prodigies....

No, this isn't a Game of Thrones podcast episode. Today, we're diving into Moon and Mars talk. On one hand, Chandrayaan-3 has nailed its moon landing, making India the fourth nation to achieve this and the first to touch down on the lunar south pole. On the other hand, scientists suggest that a group of just 22 could pave the way for a successful Mars settlement. Interesting, isn't it? In other ne...

In a special episode, Dinesh Narayanan, co-founder and editor of The Signal, sits down for a chat with our guest speaker Rajesh Jain. The discussion delves into Rajesh Jain's entrepreneurial trajectory, spanning from IndiaWorld to Sify and Netcore. The conversation revolves around how the internet industry has changed over the years. Tune in to The Signal Daily for this special episode, and let us...

Apple's getting a boost from Messi's magic. Ever since Apple TV+ locked in a 10-year, $2.5 billion deal with Major League Soccer, things have been looking pretty good for the streaming service. In other news, pilot fatigue is becoming a real issue. As a result, Indian pilots are taking matters into their own hands by establishing an association aimed at contesting the rules related to flying duty....

A US court rules that AI-generated content can't be granted copyright protection. Meanwhile, YouTube and Universal Music Group are collaborating to tackle AI-related copyright challenges within the music industry. In other news, robotaxis are now cruising legally in San Francisco. But the real question is: are they actually safe? Get the lowdown on The Signal Daily! The Signal Daily is produced in...

In today's episode, we're talking about BRICS Summit 2023. What's cooking on this year's agenda? And why should India be interested? We've got all the answers right here. In other news, napping has turned into a money-making gig. Yep, folks are now making bank by streaming their sleep sessions. Tune in to The Signal Daily as we break it all down! The Signal Daily is produced in association with IV...

There is a moon race going on and if all goes well India might just be the fourth country in history to successfully achieve a moon landing!  But why there is a space race to the moon at all? The short answer is: resources and minerals. Tune in for the deep dive! In this episode, we also talk about the onion price hike and India's food inflation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

The Supreme Court of India has hopped onto the gender awareness train. Just this Wednesday, they put out a guide for judges and lawyers, nudging them to use what they call "gender-just language." And for the deep dive, we are talking about the world of returned products. According to The New Yorker, the total value of returned goods in the US each year is getting close to a whopping trillion dolla...

In the past six months, the Saudi Pro League has managed to sign up 22 players from Europe. They've got some big names on board, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Sadio Mané, Jordan Henderson, and their latest catch, Neymar Junior. But what's driving this trend? Listen in to know why!  In other news, In the past six months, the craft beer industry in India hasn't been having the best tim...

Remember the highly anticipated cage fight between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk? Nope, still hasn't happened. But will this match ever go down? In other news, coffee prices are going up everywhere, and the blame goes to a shortage of coffee beans combined with some really bad weather. To know more stay tuned to The Signal Daily! The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.The episode was...

In this episode, we're diving into India's CEOs and the rich crowd's latest obsession: Pickleball. It's basically a mix of tennis, table tennis, and badminton. But here's the interesting part, the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) has been around since 2008. So, what's the deal with pickleball suddenly becoming so popular? In other news, the Internet Archives is in legal trouble, yet again....

WeWork's in a real pickle. It went from a $47 billion valuation to almost zero. What caused this downfall? Listen in as we take a closer look at the story. In other news, fitness bands are no longer the hot item. Why? Stay tuned to The Signal Daily for more details. Also, for the third segment we are talking about Italy offering free taxi rides to partygoers. The Signal Daily is produced in associ...

In this episode, we're diving into Micromax's possible transition from affordable smartphones to electric two-wheelers. But here's the catch – with the electric vehicle market already jam-packed, can Micromax make its mark? In other news, entertainment giants like Disney, Universal Music and Spotify, are jumping on the AI bandwagon. For more details on these stories, stay tuned to The Signal Daily...

Hollywood may have another problem. Marvel Studios' VFX artists are asking for union representation. Their push for this union is triggered by excessive workload and inadequate pay. In other news, Gen Z Asians are opting out of factory work. Why is that the case? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more on both the stories! The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.The episode was writt...