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'Just mention Zoho and get discount on Microsoft Office license': Sridhar Vembu says India will catch up in AI

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu shared an anecdote where a customer secured a 90% discount on Microsoft Office licenses after mentioning Zoho as an alternative. Vembu highlighted how competition benefits consumers, referencing Microsoft's past antitrust issues. He also expressed strong optimism for India's AI development, citing progress in academia and initiatives…

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Sridhar Vembu on why Chennai and Bengaluru land prices rival New York

Sridhar Vembu on why Chennai and Bengaluru land prices rival New York

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu blames corruption for soaring land prices in Indian cities like Chennai and Bengaluru, comparing them to New York despite lower per capita income. He argues that illicit political funds parked in real estate inflate costs across housing, education, healthcare, and consumer goods.

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‘Future is atoms, not bits’: Sridhar Vembu reveals where Zoho is betting its R&D dollars

‘Future is atoms, not bits’: Sridhar Vembu reveals where Zoho is betting its R&D dollars

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu is championing a significant investment in research and development-led manufacturing, aligning with the view that future innovation spans both software and the physical economy. Echoing former Meta CTO Mike Schroepfer's philosophy, Vembu emphasizes the growing importance of 'atoms' alongside 'bits', believing the synergy between them will…

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'We will talk in 5 years': Sridhar Vembu reacts to IBM CEO Arvind Krishna's statement on 'multi-trillion dollar AI data center bubble'

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu dismisses the massive AI data center buildout as a potential bubble, contrasting IBM CEO Arvind Krishna's concerns with his company's focus on core AI capabilities like data curation and compiler infrastructure. Vembu stated Zoho won't chase the "investment frenzy," emphasizing prudence over speculative spending. This stance…

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Zoho unveils India-designed server as AI boom pushes up infra costs

Zoho has launched Nathu La, an indigenously designed server platform. This move aims to reduce infrastructure costs and improve energy efficiency. The AI boom is driving up demand for compute resources. Zoho's server offers lower power consumption and total cost of ownership. This development strengthens India's technological self-reliance.

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Indian companies pitch products, seek partnerships at mega tech trade event in Taiwan

While the event witnessed significant participation from Indian buyers, a handful of Indian companies also exhibited at COMPUTEX 2026, which featured a record 6,000 booths from 1,500 exhibitors representing 33 countries.

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Oyo readies market debut; IT's comeback rally

Oyo's IPO plans are back on track after securing the regulator's nod. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

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ONDC raises Rs 220 crore from Zoho, Uber, Paytm, BSE; eyes additional capital

ONDC raises Rs 220 crore from Zoho, Uber, Paytm, BSE; eyes additional capital

While Zoho Corporation has invested Rs 70 crore as a part of this round, Uber and Paytm have invested Rs 60 crore each. BSE Technologies has injected Rs 30 crore into the government-backed digital commerce entity.

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Zoho-backed chip startup Netrasemi launches its first chip, eyes commercial production next year

Zoho-backed chip startup Netrasemi launches its first chip, eyes commercial production next year

The use cases for A2000 include surveillance through drones and CCTVs, robotics, intelligent video gateways and industrial automation. The 12 nm chip for the Thiruvananthapuram-based Netrasemi was fabricated at Taiwanese foundry TSMC.

The Economic Times

Indian semicon firm Netrasemi plans mass production of its first chip this year

Indian semicon firm Netrasemi plans mass production of its first chip this year

Indian AI chip maker Netrasemi is set to launch its A2000 chipset this year. The chip has successfully passed its initial testing phase. This system on chip will power smart cameras and edge AI devices. It enables real-time video analysis and on-device artificial intelligence. Netrasemi is collaborating with manufacturers for…

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Zoho-backed Netrasemi launches first AI chip, begins customer trials

Zoho-backed Netrasemi launches first AI chip, begins customer trials

Kerala-based Netrasemi, backed by Zoho, has successfully tested its A2000 AI chip, now production-ready for edge devices. Early trials are underway with customers in surveillance and automotive sectors, targeting a mid-2027 commercial launch. This Indian-designed chip, built on TSMC's 12nm process, is among the first of its kind.

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New Green Card rule: Sridhar Vembu slammed for asking Indian visa holders to come back home, to choose self-respect

New Green Card rule: Sridhar Vembu slammed for asking Indian visa holders to come back home, to choose self-respect

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu was slammed for his two cents on the new Green Card rule that requires the Green Card applicants to leave the US and wait in their home country for the permanent residency in the US. Vembu urged visa holders in America to come home and to…

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Sridhar Vembu says prepare for tough times as economic picture is getting grimmer, warns AI hype may not last long

Sridhar Vembu says prepare for tough times as economic picture is getting grimmer, warns AI hype may not last long

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu warns of a grim economic future. He believes artificial intelligence alone cannot solve deep-rooted issues. Vembu urges everyone to prepare for challenging times ahead. He notes the global economic order is weakening. The world faces a difficult phase, and preparedness is key.

The Economic Times

India’s Top 5 AI Innovations in 2026

India’s Top 5 AI Innovations in 2026

India’s Rise as an AI Innovation HubArtificial intelligence is no longer confined to research labs or global tech giants. India has stepped into the spotlight as a leading contributor to AI development, thanks to its skilled talent pool, increasing investment in technology, and strong digital adoption across sectors. Over the…

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Best Form Builders in 2026

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Vembu’s lawyer claims $1.7 billion bond order ‘invalid’, Pramila’s lawyer says it remains in force

On January 8, 2026, The News Minute published an exclusive story reporting a California court’s order directing Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu to post a $1.7 billion bond to protect his ex-wife Pramila Srinivasan’s rights in their ongoing divorce case.

Zoho vs Salesforce vs HubSpot vs Microsoft Dynamics 365: Which CRM Is Right for Your Business in 2025–2026?

The global CRM market hit $112.91 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $262.74 billion by 2032 (12.8% CAGR)

Microsoft Office Faces Growing Competition as Users Shift to Smarter Alternatives

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The Indian WhatsApp? Arattai Messenger set to compete with WhatsApp as it surpasses 5 million downloads in just a few days, flying past Telegram, Messenger, and Snapchat

Arattai Messenger has soared past five million downloads, surpassing Telegram and Snapchat, but faces scrutiny over its incomplete encryption.

Zoho People review

Zoho People packs in plenty of useful HR features and it also integrates nicely with the rest of the company's software.

Zoho Adds AI to Bigin CRM and Contracts Tools

Zoho has announced big updates to Bigin by Zoho CRM and Zoho Contracts. It is said to make customer management and contract workflows faster and more

7 ways AI is being used in CRMs

Salesforce, Zoho, and the best CRMs are integrating AI to help you follow leads, write messages, forecast sales, and much more

Zoho Launches Its Own AI Model and Agents

Zoho launched its in-house large language model, Zia LLM, along with a bunch of new AI tools and agentic capabilities to help businesses automate

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