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He says it’s important for artistes to protect what they have created

OpenAI is planning to decrease Microsoft's revenue share from 20% to approximately 10% by the end of the decade, according to financial projections shared with investors. Microsoft, having invested $13.75 billion, is yet to approve OpenAI's corporate restructuring, seeking assurances for its investment. Negotiations are ongoing regarding equity stakes and future licensing arrangements between the two companies.

India's agricultural research body, ICAR, has developed two genome-edited rice varieties, 'DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala)' and 'Pusa DST Rice 1', promising a 20-30% yield increase. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan anticipates a second green revolution with these climate-resilient, high-yielding crops. Expected to be available to farmers in two years, these varieties aim to save water, reduce methane emissions, and boost paddy production by 4.5 million tons across five million hectares.

Negotiations for the India-UK free trade agreement, along with a bilateral investment treaty and a social security agreement, are facing delays due to unresolved issues. Sticking points include the UK's carbon tax, India's data localization demands, and the inclusion of a sunset clause in the investment treaty. Despite progress, further meetings are needed to bridge the remaining gaps.

The All India Patent Officers Association has petitioned the Supreme Court for a CBI investigation into the alleged unauthorized access granted to Kaizen Institute, a private multinational firm, to the Intellectual Property Office's internal data servers.

Geminis can expect a balanced day where income covers expenses, but extravagance should be avoided. Travel delays are possible, making it ideal to stay local and connect with helpful individuals. Love and relationships take a positive turn, with potential for deeper understanding. Focus on steady progress at work and conservative financial decisions, prioritizing rest and well-being to combat mental fatigue.

Shaquille O'Neal and Allen Iverson are spearheading Reebok's resurgence in a new Netflix docuseries, "Power Moves," premiering June 4, 2025. The series follows their journey as President and Vice President of Reebok Basketball, aiming to revive the brand's cultural relevance. Viewers will witness their strategies, challenges, and triumphs as they navigate Reebok's transformation, including signing WNBA star Angel Reese.

A new study links left-handedness with innovation. Researchers analysed CEOs and company data. They found left-handed CEOs lead more innovative firms. These firms file more patents. They also hire more foreign employees. The study suggests neurological differences may play a role. Left-handed leaders may be more risk-tolerant. This research could change hiring strategies. Companies may value cognitive diversity more.

The Aamir Aziz-Anita Dube controversy isn’t a one-off. Creative work is easily ‘borrowed’ in this digital age but few have the stomach for long courtroom battles

The National Library of India (NLI) marked World Book Day with diverse events promoting reading and books' societal impact. Highlights included an exhibition of 100 iconic books, each representing a year of the past century. In collaboration with Fest5 India, NLI screened "Kitabi Masti: The Whispers of Change," a film about a young girl transforming her community through reading.