Tech Talk - 4

Hello, tech enthusiasts! 🚀
Technology never hits pause — and neither do we.

Welcome back to Tech Talk, your go-to weekly series where we break down the biggest, boldest, and most buzzworthy updates from the world of tech. Whether it's revolutionary gadgets, AI breakthroughs, or major industry shake-ups, we’ve got you covered.

This week, we delve into major announcements from Google Cloud Next, policy shifts affecting the tech industry, and groundbreaking innovations in science and technology.

1. Google Cloud Next 2025 Unveils AI and Cloud Innovations

At the Google Cloud Next 2025 conference in Las Vegas, Google introduced several advancements:

• Ironwood TPU: Google's 7th-generation Tensor Processing Unit, delivering up to 42.5 exaflops of performance.

• Gemini 2.5 Pro and Flash: New AI models with enhanced multimodal reasoning capabilities.

• Agentspace: A platform for building and managing multi-agent systems, featuring an Agent Development Kit and cross-model Agent2Agent communication protocol.

• GUS (Google Unified Security): A unified security platform combining AI-driven threat detection with automated response tools.

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2. Microsoft Unveils Phi-3 Mini: Compact Yet Powerful AI

Microsoft launched Phi-3 Mini, a small language model with 1.3 billion parameters, optimized for low-resource devices.
It delivers impressive performance, outperforming larger models in tasks like reasoning, math, and code generation.
Phi-3 Mini is designed for on-device applications, offering fast, cost-effective, and private AI experiences.
It’s available on Azure AI, Hugging Face, and through ONNX Runtime for edge deployment.
This move highlights Microsoft's focus on scalable, efficient AI for the real world.

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3. India Expands Digital India Programme with ₹14,903 Crore Investment

The Indian government approved a ₹14,903 crore expansion of the Digital India programme, focusing on:

• Cybersecurity: Implementing cyber-awareness courses for 12 crore college students and integrating over 200 sites with the National Cyber Coordination Centre.

• AI Translation Tool 'Bhashini': Rolling out support for all 22 Schedule 8 languages.

• Startup Support: Assisting 1,200 startups in Tier 2/3 cities.

• AI Centres of Excellence: Establishing centers focused on health, agriculture, and sustainable cities.

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4. World's Smallest Biodegradable Pacemaker Demonstrated

Scientists at Northwestern University unveiled the world's smallest pacemaker, measuring just 3.5 millimeters in length. This device can be non-invasively injected into the body and is designed for temporary use, biodegrading within a set number of days based on patient needs. This innovation represents a significant advancement in medical technology.

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5. U.S. Tariff Reprieve Offers Relief to Tech Industry

On April 13, President Trump announced a significant tariff exemption for the tech sector, excluding smartphones, computers, and other electronics from steep tariffs on Chinese imports. This move aims to prevent potential consumer price hikes and offers a reprieve to tech companies reliant on global supply chains.

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That’s a wrap for this week’s top tech stories! 🌟 The tech landscape is evolving rapidly, bringing new opportunities and challenges. Stay tuned for more updates in next week’s edition of Tech Talk. Got thoughts or insights? Share them with me!

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