OpenAI has launched a “bio bug bounty” offering $25,000 to vetted security researchers who can bypass safety guardrails on its latest model, GPT-5.5. The program aims to identify universal jailbreak prompts and expand external adversarial testing, signaling a more open, researcher-driven approach to stress-testing AI safety.
Nvidia has crossed $5 trillion in market capitalization, becoming the world’s most valuable listed company and passing major tech rivals like Alphabet and Apple. The jump underscores Nvidia’s dominance in supplying GPUs powering artificial intelligence models. With investors betting heavily on AI infrastructure demand, the chipmaker’s stock performance reflects its strong market position and momentum.
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Avis Budget shares careened after a massive spike, then plunged about 70%, reigniting concerns over meme-stock fueled volatility. The shock rippled into the Dow Jones Transportation Average, long viewed as an economic barometer. The episode also spotlighted how the index’s price-weighted design can amplify damage from extreme moves versus market-cap weighted measures.
The Indian Air Force has rejected reports of an aircraft crash near Kishtwar, calling them false. At the same time, it conducted a high-profile demonstration by activating an Emergency Landing Facility on the Purvanchal Expressway, showing it can operate aircraft even without conventional runways.
Lodha Developers says it plans to scale its annuity income to over Rs 3,000 crore in the next six years, aiming for a major jump from current levels. The company will drive growth through new data center, retail, warehousing, and office developments, including a large data center project near Mumbai supported by heavy investment.
Intel stock surged nearly 28% in a single session, pushing the company above $80 to record highs. The move reflects explosive AI-driven demand, reinforced by strong Nvidia support. A stake said to have been entered near $20 per share in August 2025 is now worth about $36 billion, alongside Intel expanding AI chip production and foundry services tied to U.S. supply-chain priorities.
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Thrive Capital has launched Thrive Eternal, a permanent-capital vehicle designed to acquire and manage major assets for decades. Its first proposed partnership is tied to the San Francisco Giants, signaling Thrive’s push beyond technology into iconic sports franchises. The deal is not final yet and will require league approval before any stake is secured.
An Indeed survey finds women remain sharply underrepresented in India’s deeptech sector, with entry-level representation ranging as low as 0–10% at many firms. While job-seeking stays steady, structural hurdles limit career progression and create pay perception gaps. Employers largely agree workplace setups shape opportunity access, but few have corrected compensation—raising the need for transparent, bias-free evaluations.
Nvidia has reclaimed the $5 trillion market cap milestone after NVDA climbed more than 5% in one session. The surge is being attributed to accelerating global demand for AI chips across data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems. With revenue already above $215 billion and profits leading the sector, analysts are pushing price targets higher—though valuation risks are also being questioned.
Mukesh Ambani says Jio Platforms’ IPO plans are progressing, pointing to a major step forward. He attributes valuation strength to subscriber momentum, improving ARPU, and continued growth. The listing, he suggests, could unlock significant value and potentially rank among India’s largest IPOs—watch closely for what comes next.
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U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to travel to Pakistan for discussions with Iran’s foreign minister, according to a U.S. official. Vice President JD Vance is reportedly on standby to join if negotiations progress. The planned visit was first reported by CNN, underscoring a tightly staged diplomatic effort.
Air India has signaled reluctance to move part of its operations to the new Navi Mumbai International Airport. The airline says the shift could mean higher charges and operational inefficiencies, amid broader stress in the aviation sector. Air India also argues that stronger incentive structures are needed to persuade airlines. Its position could shape how quickly and in what form the airport develops.
Reliance Retail Ventures reported modest profit growth even as revenue rose strongly, with heavy spending on quick commerce weighing on margins. The company expanded hyperlocal delivery alongside FMCG offerings and its store network, helping it build scale. Investors will now watch whether margin pressure eases as the rapid expansion translates into deeper market penetration.
Seven Aam Aadmi Party MPs, including prominent figures, have quit the party, reducing its parliamentary strength and disrupting election preparation. The departures land as AAP confronts leadership pressures and faces major assembly tests ahead in Gujarat, Goa, and Punjab. Analysts see the exodus as a turning point that could determine whether AAP can regroup and expand—or stall its political momentum.
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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has set up a panel headed by SBI Chairman C S Setty to evaluate risks tied to the AI platform “Mythos” and propose mitigation strategies. Banks will work together to understand the threats posed by Mythos and determine what investments are needed to counter AI-driven challenges.
Reliance Industries’ Oil-to-Chemicals segment saw margin pressure in the March quarter as crude premiums jumped amid West Asia supply disruptions tied to Iran-war risks. Higher freight and insurance added to costs, offsetting otherwise strong global refining margins. O2C EBITDA fell 3.7% year-on-year, reflecting fuel-cost strain and policy interventions.
AAP MP Sanjay Singh says the party will submit a letter to the Rajya Sabha Chairman seeking disqualification of Raghav Chadha, Ashok Mittal and Sandeep Pathak. Singh argues that their move to the BJP amounts to voluntarily relinquishing AAP membership under the Constitution’s Tenth Schedule, triggering the anti-defection provisions.
IndusInd Bank has appointed Sunil Kumar Singh as its new Chief Compliance Officer, effective April 30, 2026. He will succeed Sachin Patange, whose term ends on April 29, 2026. The board approved the move, and Singh will take on the role as Senior Management Personnel for a three-year term.
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Sai Sudharsan has become the fastest batter to reach 2,000 runs in the IPL, achieving the milestone in just 47 innings. Playing for Gujarat Titans against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, he surpassed Chris Gayle’s earlier record of 48 innings, rewriting what many thought was a hard-to-break benchmark for consistency and speed.
Israel and Lebanon have extended their ceasefire by three weeks as the wider Middle East conflict grinds on. Iran’s foreign minister is set to travel to Pakistan for talks aimed at reviving US-Iran engagement, even as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global trade and sway oil prices. Hezbollah also claims it shot down an Israeli drone.
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