Shares of German software company SAP fell sharply on Thursday after the company reported weaker-than-expected growth in its cloud contract backlog for the fourth quarter, unsettling investors and triggering its steepest one-day decline in more than four years. The stock dropped as much as 16% during the session, marking its largest daily fall since October 2020, when the company suffered a sharp sell-off following disappointing quarterly results. By the close of trading, SAP shares were at t

Infosys, the global information technology giant, is set to hire 20,000 college graduates in FY27, reinforcing its strong push into the artificial intelligence (AI) services sector. The announcement comes at a time when many companies in the tech industry are facing layoffs, positioning Infosys as a major player in the growing demand for AI-driven solutions. CEO Salil Parekh confirmed the hiring plan at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, where he highlighted the changing demand landscap

Remote work has become one of the biggest advantages for Indian software developers living in the United States. With the rise of flexible work models, tech companies across the US now hire skilled engineers regardless of location. For Indian developers on H1B, L1, H4 EAD, F1 OPT, or Green Card, remote work offers career growth, stability, and improved work-life balance. Whether you want to avoid long commutes, save time for family, or work for global companies from your home office, remote o

A 29-year-old software professional from Telangana’s Mahabubnagar district was shot dead by police in the United States after a violent altercation with his roommate. The incident, which occurred on September 3 in Santa Clara, California, has left his family in India devastated and appealing to authorities for assistance in bringing his body home. The victim, Mohammed Nizamuddin, had been living in California after completing his master’s degree in the US and working in

Microsoft’s decision to end free security support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, has triggered widespread criticism from consumer watchdogs and advocacy groups. Millions of users are at risk of losing essential security protections, as many Windows 10 devices cannot be upgraded to Windows 11 due to strict hardware requirements. Consumer Reports has directly appealed to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, calling

Are You Doing These Career Mistakes That Most of the IT Professionals Do? The IT industry is one of the fastest-changing sectors in the world. Technology evolves at lightning speed, and opportunities for growth are abundant. Yet, despite being in such a dynamic field, many IT professionals unknowingly make career mistakes that limit their potential, stall their growth, or even push them toward burnout. If you are an IT professional, it’s crucial to recognize these pit

For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) juggling financial commitments in both India and the United States, tax filing often becomes a yearly stress point. Each country has distinct regulations, reporting formats, and deadlines. The slightest oversight can lead to penalties or double taxation. That’s where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is proving to be a game-changer. Today, AI-powered tax tools are helping NRIs simplify,

Indian tech professionals, especially those on H-1B visas, often work in roles such as software testing, system maintenance, back-end operations, and technical support—areas increasingly targeted for automation. With recent layoffs across big tech firms, many fear that AI could accelerate job losses, particularly in these easily automatable domains. But It’s Not All Bad News While some tasks are being automated, AI isn’t replacing all tech

Landing a job at major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, or Meta can seem like a daunting task, especially for newcomers. However, a former software engineer who has worked at all three companies shares three key insights that helped him succeed despite not having a typical tech background. His advice focuses on practical steps that can make a big difference in your job application journey.

Microsoft has laid off over 300 employees in a new round of job cuts this week, marking another major workforce reduction just weeks after the company slashed 6,000 roles. The move, reported by Bloomberg, is part of Microsoft’s ongoing operational restructuring as the company intensifies its focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and automation technologies. According to a regulatory filing reviewed by Bloomberg

 In a startling reflection of today’s rapidly shifting tech landscape, Microsoft’s latest round of layoffs has targeted the very employees who helped the company advance its artificial intelligence ambitions. According to a report by CNBC, the company cut around 6,000 jobs globally, with over 40% of the layoffs in Washington state affecting software engineers many of whom had been actively integrating AI into Microsoft's development processes. Bloomberg’s

A recent job listing by Blinkit for a Software Development Engineer position in Bengaluru has created a massive stir online after attracting over 13,451 applicants in just one day. The overwhelming response took social media by storm when a user shared screenshots of the job listing, highlighting the intense competition in the job market. According to the viral post shared on X (formerly Twitter), a significant majority of the applicants &m

Teleperformance, the world’s largest call center operator, is implementing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to neutralize Indian accents in real-time for clients in Western countries. According to a report by The Telegraph, the French company is using AI-powered software to enhance communication between customer service agents and callers by reducing accent-related misunderstandings.   AI Accent Neutralization for Improved Customer Interact

 A Bengaluru software engineer was defrauded of Rs 11.8 crore over the span of just 18 days in a sophisticated "digital arrest" scam. The victim, a 39-year-old tech professional, filed a complaint with the North-East CEN police station on December 12 after realizing he had been tricked. The scam began when an individual posing as a Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) officer contacted the victim, falsely claiming his Aadhaar-linked SIM card was involved in illegal acti

Vikram Ashok Deshmukh, a 31-year-old software engineer, tragically passed away from a heart attack while playing cricket at Mumbai's Azad Maidan last Sunday. Deshmukh, who worked in an IT company, was an avid cricket player and participated regularly in matches at the popular ground. On the day of the incident, he was playing in a 25-over practice match where his team was chasing a target of 159. During the match, Deshmukh complained of chest pain in the 10th over but continued pla