IBM CEO Arvind Krishna at SXSW conference asserted AI will enhance programmer productivity rather than replacing them soon. He predicted AI might automate 20-30% of code, contrary to Anthropic's forecast of 90%. Although IBM plans to halt hiring for roles prone to AI automation, Krishna highlighted AI's potential to boost output and market share.
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An explosion hit the Russian consulate in Marseille, France, on Monday, which Russ ia is calling a terrorist attack. Russia demands a thorough French investigation and enhanced security for its foreign missions. The blast coincided with the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and firefighters were reported to be at the scene.
A fiery highway accident near Jaipur claimed eight lives, all under 40, and left several critically injured. The victims, many with promising futures and young families, were traveling on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway when the tragedy struck. Several remain hospitalized with severe burns, fighting for their lives.
Shreyas Iyer becomes the first Indian cricketer to lead three different IPL teams, as he is named Punjab Kings captain for the 2025 season. Earlier, he led Kolkata Knight Riders to victory in 2024 and guided Delhi Capitals to the final in 2020. Iyer joins Mahela Jayawardene and Steve Smith in achieving this feat.
Virat Kohli secured his fifth Man of the Match award against Pakistan in ICC tournaments with an unbeaten 100 off 111 balls, leading India to a six-wicket victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He surpassed Ricky Ponting to become the third-highest run-scorer in international cricket and became the fastest to reach 14,000 ODI runs.
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