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What’s New Today: OnePlus 13R Rumoured to Launch in January: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Chip Inside
Fast-Track Insights: Pavestone Raises Rs 816 Cr for New Technology Fund
Here’s a quick rundown of the biggest tech headlines making waves today. From the OnePlus 13R Rumoured to Reliance Hiring Graduates, let’s dive into the top tech stories of the day.
The OnePlus 13R, a budget-friendly alternative to the OnePlus 13, is making headlines ahead of its rumoured January 2025 India launch, with a December debut in China as the OnePlus Ace 5. It’s expected to feature a 6.78-inch LTPO display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, and a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP main sensor. Additionally, it may offer a 6,300mAh battery and 100W fast charging. Meanwhile, the OnePlus 13 will launch with Snapdragon 8 Elite, a 6,000mAh battery, and 100W wired and 50W wireless charging, enhancing performance and convenience for users.
Hyderabad-based VC firm Pavestone has closed its Pavestone Technology Fund at Rs 816 crore, exceeding its initial Rs 600 crore target through additional greenshoe funding due to high investor interest. Founded in 2021 by Sridhar Rampalli, Srikanth V J Tanikella, and Laxmikanth V, the firm is backed by investors like the Self-Reliant India Fund and the Mankind Pharma family office. Focused on early growth-stage B2B tech startups with market traction, the fund has already invested in companies such as E42, Bellatrix Aerospace, and Cynlr. Pavestone targets scalable solutions for large enterprises and supports selective early-stage tech ventures.
Reliance Industries is hiring for a Store Manager position in Ahmedabad, India. Key responsibilities include managing store profitability, controlling inventory, enhancing customer satisfaction, ensuring compliance with SOPs, and developing team talent. The role requires effective control over promotions, cost reduction, and adherence to statutory guidelines. Applicants must have 2-5 years of experience, a graduate degree, and be result-oriented. Duties also cover staff mentoring, enhancing sales productivity, and maintaining high customer satisfaction. This job information is sourced from Reliance’s official website, and Studycafe does not charge for, or guarantee recruitment based on this listing.
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to drive the next wave of technological transformation, attracting investors seeking long-term growth and steady returns. For dividend investors, AI-focused companies offer a unique blend of capital appreciation potential and dividend income. Here are some of the top AI stocks for dividend investors in 2024, highlighting their yields, performance, and dividend schedules.
Crypto markets dipped slightly following Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s comments on Thursday, which indicated no immediate need to lower rates. Bitcoin (BTC) fell 3.2% to $88,000, and Ether (ETH) also dropped similarly. The Fed’s decision not to rush into rate cuts decreased the probability of a December rate cut to 62%, down from 83%. Despite this, the broader CoinDesk 20 Index rose by 0.5%, driven by Ripple’s (XRP) 13% gain. Traditional markets, like the Nasdaq, pulled back with a 0.75% decline. However, crypto markets remain up overall, with Bitcoin gaining 15% week-over-week.
