Yubico Brings Seamless NFC Passkey Authentication to Android Users

• Google Play Services update expands support for NFC-enabled FIDO2 security keys, while YubiKey Passkey Enabler helps organisations roll out hardware-backed passkeys at scale

Yubico has welcomed Google’s latest update to Google Play Services, which enables account authentication through NFC security keys that support CTAP2 on Android 9 and later. This gives Android users broader access to hardware-backed, phishing-resistant authentication through NFC-enabled FIDO2 security keys, including YubiKeys.

To support this shift, Yubico has announced the general availability of YubiKey Passkey Enabler, a dedicated Android Credential Provider designed to make passkey registration and authentication with YubiKeys more seamless across Android devices.

While passkeys are designed to eliminate many of the weaknesses associated with passwords and legacy multi-factor authentication, successful enterprise adoption depends on employees being able to use them easily and consistently across all their devices.

“Passkeys are one of the most important shifts in digital identity, but security only works when people can actually use them,” said Geoff Schomburgk, Vice President, Asia Pacific and Japan, Yubico. “Google’s expanded support for NFC-enabled FIDO2 security keys on Android is a major step forward for the ecosystem. With YubiKey Passkey Enabler, available from Google Play Services, organisations can now deliver a more intuitive Android passkey experience while raising the security bar with hardware-backed, phishing-resistant authentication.”

YubiKey Passkey Enabler is built on the Android Credential Manager Provider API and Yubico’s YubiKit SDK. The app bridges the gap between strong hardware-backed security and everyday usability by helping users complete passkey registration and authentication with fewer barriers.

For enterprise customers, the app can also be centrally deployed and configured using Mobile Device Management software. This allows IT teams to roll out a consistent, high-assurance authentication workflow across Android fleets without burdening end users with configuration.

Key features include:

• Passkey configuration: The app guides the user to the appropriate Android settings to enable passkey providers and to update the preferred service to YubiKeys. 
• Always ask for PIN: When this option is enabled, the user is only required to tap the YubiKey once, instead of twice (once before and once after the PIN). This provides a nicer user experience.
• Temporary PIN Support: When a user assumes ownership of a new YubiKey, they are sometimes required to change the PIN on the YubiKey when used for the first time. The app enables this to occur over USB or NFC.
• PIN complexity: The app reads the PIN complexity configuration from the YubiKey firmware and provides guidance to the user.
• Antenna hints: Each Android phone manufacturer places the NFC antenna in a different spot, so the antenna hint shows the user exactly where to place the YubiKey.
• MDM / managed configuration: The Passkey Enabler app allows corporate IT administrators to deploy the correct configuration settings so that the end user can simply use YubiKeys.

The YubiKey Passkey Enabler supports passkey registration and authentication over USB and NFC interfaces. It enforces FIDO2 and CTAP2 standards, prioritising discoverable credentials and strong user verification. The app supports current YubiKeys, including the YubiKey 5 Series, Security Key Series, YubiKey 5C NFC Series, YubiKey 5 FIPS Series and YubiKey Bio Series.

Passkeys are designed to resist phishing and adversary-in-the-middle attacks by cryptographically binding each credential to the website’s origin. This means a passkey cannot be used on a lookalike or proxy site. The YubiKey Passkey Enabler helps enforce this protection by verifying the authenticating user before any signing occurs.

For browser-based requests, the app accepts requests only from trusted browsers and checks that the website’s origin matches the relying party ID. For native Android apps, the provider uses Digital Asset Links to confirm the calling app is authorised by the relying party. If verification fails, the request is rejected before any cryptographic operation is performed.

The YubiKey Passkey Enabler is available now for Android users and enterprise deployments.

Google’s New AI App Works Without Internet, Keeps Your Data Safe

Google has launched the AI Edge Gallery app in April 2026, powered by its new Gemma 4 models. The app allows advanced AI to run fully offline on devices, ensuring data privacy and security without requiring internet connectivity.

Google AI Edge Gallery, available on iOS and Android, allows you to build and experiment with AI experiences that run entirely on-device. Google also announced the launch of Agent Skills, one of the first applications to run multi-step, autonomous agentic workflows entirely on-device.

For users without Google Play access, install the apk from the latest release

Key Features of Google AI Edge Gallery

• Offline AI Execution: Runs generative AI and ML models directly on-device, no internet required
• Data Privacy: User data stays local, reducing risks of leaks or misuse
• Powered by Gemma 4: Google’s latest open-source AI models with multi-step planning and audio-visual processing
• Global Reach: Supports 140+ languages
• Developer Hub: GitHub-based repository showcasing practical on-device AI use cases

Why It Matters

Aspect	Traditional Cloud AI	Google AI Edge Gallery
Connectivity	Requires internet	Works fully offline
Data Security	Data sent to cloud	Data stays on device
Latency	Dependent on network	Instant, device-native
Use Cases	Chatbots, cloud apps	Autonomous agents, offline code generation, audio-visual AI

Launch Context

• Date: Early April 2026
• Catalyst: Release of Gemma 4 AI models by Google DeepMind
• Impact: Nearly 9,800% week-over-week growth in downloads after launch
• Audience: Developers, enterprises, and consumers seeking secure, offline AI solutions

Challenges & Considerations

• Device Limitations: Performance depends on local hardware capacity
• Ecosystem Adoption: Developers must adapt workflows for on-device AI
• Competition: Apple, Qualcomm, and NVIDIA are also pushing edge AI solutions

11 Must-Have Indian Govt Apps (2025 Edition)

Here’s a curated list of 11 essential Indian government apps that every citizen should consider installing in 2025. These apps streamline access to public services, documents, payments, and citizen engagement—all from your smartphone:

App Name	Purpose & Key Features
UMANG	One-stop access to 1200+ services: EPFO, PAN, gas booking, tax filing, and more
DigiLocker	Secure cloud storage for official documents—DL, RC, Aadhaar, mark sheets, etc.
mAadhaar	Manage Aadhaar profile, lock biometrics, update address, scan QR
BHIM UPI	Fast, secure UPI payments with QR scanning and biometric login
mParivahan	Digital RC/DL, challan status, vehicle details, and road tax payments
mPassport Seva	Book passport appointments, track status, locate Passport Seva Kendras
Rail Connect (IRCTC)	Book/cancel train tickets, check PNR, Tatkal booking, and train schedules
GST Seva App	For businesses and taxpayers—track GSTIN, access rules/forms, file grievances
MyGov App	Participate in policy surveys, suggest ideas, engage with government campaigns
AIS for Taxpayers	View Annual Information Statement (AIS), TDS/TCS, dividends, refunds, and give feedback
RBI Retail Direct	Invest directly in Govt securities, T-bills, Sovereign Gold Bonds via RBI Gilt Account

Why These Apps Matter

• Financial clarity: AIS and RBI apps empower taxpayers and investors with real-time data.
• Paperless governance: DigiLocker, mAadhaar, and UMANG reduce dependency on physical documents.
• Citizen engagement: MyGov and GST Seva foster two-way communication with ministries.
• Mobility & convenience: From train tickets to passport appointments, everything’s mobile-first.

Adobe Supercharges Firefly: AI Image & Video Generation Lands on iOS, Android

• Adobe Firefly app – the all-in-one destination for AI-assisted ideation, creation and production – debuts on mobile, giving creators the freedom to explore ideas on the go
• Firefly Boards transforms how creative teams ideate and collaborate, now with advanced video and image generation and editing tools
• The Adobe Firefly app expands its model integrations with Ideogram, Luma AI, Pika and Runway now joining OpenAI’s image generation, Google’s Imagen and Veo and Black Forest Labs’ Flux, offering creators even more choice of aesthetic styles
• The Adobe Firefly app is available as a standalone experience and as part of Creative Cloud, delivering seamless workflows with Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Adobe Express and more

Today, Adobe (Nasdaq:ADBE) extended its leadership in creative ideation with a major expansion of Adobe Firefly – the destination for AI-assisted content ideation, creation and production – bringing Firefly image and video generation to phones. Firefly’s new iOS and Android app, available today, gives creators the freedom to explore ideas and generate and edit images and videos from anywhere using AI. Firefly's web and mobile apps serve creators’ ideation as a standalone experience and seamlessly sync with Adobe’s Creative Cloud applications to enable project continuity and streamline creative workflows from ideation to production. Firefly Boards, available in public beta on the web, transforms how creative teams ideate and collaborate on concepts with the addition of video to its AI-first moodboarding surface, enabling creative professionals to collaboratively explore and iterate across media types with AI-powered video and image editing. Adobe’s expanding ecosystem of generative AI models now includes models from Ideogram, Luma AI, Pika and Runway along with image and video models from OpenAI, Google and Black Forest Labs, offering creators unparalleled flexibility to experiment in different aesthetic styles.

The Firefly app empowers creators to generate assets across different media types and explore with different AI models from a single destination with unmatched creative control, iterate and collaborate on concepts and seamlessly deliver them into production. For example, creators can generate an image in the style or composition of an uploaded reference image using Style Reference and Structure Reference, edit assets by expanding images and using a brush to remove objects or paint in new ones with Generative Expand, Generative Remove and Generative Fill, experiment with different variations of their creation by mixing and matching models and transform generated images into a video – all without leaving Firefly. They can generate images based on a 3D scene with Scene to Image (beta), generate fully editable vector- based artwork and design templates with simple text prompts written in everyday language and create text effects – and later this month they’ll be able to generate avatars and sound effects from text prompts and sync audio and video clips using the sound of their voice.

“Creators continue to impress us with the breadth and artistry of the images, videos, graphics and designs they’re dreaming up in the Firefly app using models from both Adobe and our partners,” said Ely Greenfield, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. “Our goal with Firefly is to deliver creators the most comprehensive destination on web and mobile to access the best generative models from across the industry, in a single integrated experience from ideation to generation and editing.”

New Firefly Mobile App Now Available on iOS and Android

With Firefly mobile, creators have the freedom to easily generate images and videos from anywhere using text prompts (Text to Image, Text to Video), transform images into videos (Image to Video), add or remove objects like people or unsightly road signs from their work (Generative Fill) and extend the size of an image while filling in new areas with AI- generated content (Generative Expand). Creators can explore concepts with Adobe’s Firefly family of generative AI models, OpenAI’s image generation and Google’s Imagen 3 and 4 and Veo 2 and 3. Content created in Firefly is automatically synced with their Creative Cloud account, making it easy to start a project on the mobile app and continue on the web or in desktop apps like Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro.

Firefly adds to Adobe’s growing ecosystem of mobile apps, which includes Photoshop, Lightroom and Adobe Express. Drawing upon the same underlying technology that powers Adobe’s world-class desktop apps, these apps let creators produce pro-caliber content on the go that’s ready for use in social content, presentations, printed assets and more.

Firefly Boards: AI-First Moodboarding Advances Collaborative Ideation for Creative Teams

Firefly Boards, available in public beta, is an entirely new way for creative teams to explore ideas and collaborate on hundreds of concepts at the same time using multiple forms of media. With the addition of video to Firefly Boards’ AI- powered moodboarding surface, creative professionals can now remix uploaded video clips and generate new video footage using Adobe’s commercially safe Firefly Video Model or with Google’s Veo 3, Luma AI’s Ray2 and Pika 2.2 text-to- video.

In addition to generating images using Firefly models and partners’ models, creative teams can also use AI capabilities in Firefly Boards to make iterative edits to images from conversational text prompts using Black Forest Labs’ Flux.1 Kontext and OpenAI’s image generation capabilities.

Unmatched Creative Flexibility with Firefly’s Expanding Ecosystem of Generative AI Models

Adobe has expanded its Firefly generative AI ecosystem by integrating models from new partners, including Ideogram, Luma AI, Pika and Runway, alongside existing models from OpenAI, Google and Black Forest Labs – providing creators with unprecedented flexibility to explore diverse aesthetic styles and media types. Models from new partners are launching first in Firefly Boards and will soon be accessible across the Firefly app.

In April, Adobe brought OpenAI’s image generation, Google’s Imagen 3 and Veo 2 and Black Forest Labs’ Flux 1.1 Pro into its ecosystem. With today’s additions, creators now have the flexibility to also choose from Flux.1 Kontext by Black Forest Labs, Ideogram 3.0 by Ideogram, Ray2 by Luma AI, 2.2 text-to-video from Pika, and Gen-4 Image by Runway, and Google’s latest Imagen 4 and Veo 3 models. These models are available alongside Adobe’s comprehensive family of Firefly models for images, videos, audio and vectors.

AI Transparency and Creative Rights with Content Credentials

To ensure transparency and protect creators’ rights, Firefly automatically attaches Content Credentials to AI-generated content, clearly indicating whether Adobe Firefly models or partner models were used. This empowers creators with more tools and choices to ideate, collaborate, and produce high-quality content seamlessly and with confidence. At Adobe, we take the most creator-friendly approach to AI in the industry, driven by our roots in the creative community and our respect for creators. For more information on our approach, visit: https://www.adobe.com/ai/overview/firefly/gen-ai- approach.html

Firefly Momentum

Creatives worldwide have used Firefly’s generative AI models to create more than 24 billion assets. They’re generating lifelike images with Firefly Image Model 4 and working with impeccable detail using Firefly Image Model 4 Ultra, creating 1080p video footage from image and text prompts with the industry’s first commercially safe Firefly Video Model and designing new logos with Text-to-Vector, powered by the Firefly Vector Model. Traffic to Firefly grew over 30 percent quarter over quarter and paid subscriptions nearly doubled in the same period. Firefly continues to bring new users to the Adobe ecosystem, with first-time subscribers growing 30 percent quarter over quarter.

Pricing and Availability

Firefly mobile is available on iOS and Android today in the App Store and Google Play Store.

Firefly Boards is available in beta on the Firefly web app. Firefly plan offerings are detailed here.

The Firefly web and mobile apps and all its latest features are also available as part of the Creative Cloud Pro plan.

Adobe Photoshop Arrives on Android

Today, the Adobe Photoshop (beta) app is available for download for free on Google Play on Android devices. Photoshop mobile is designed to be intuitive and accessible for creators who prefer to work on their phones.

The all-new Android app includes Photoshop’s iconic image editing and design capabilities, including tools such as layering, masking and the popular, Firefly-powered Generative Fill. Photoshop mobile makes it easy to create wherever inspiration strikes, from designing cover art, to a video thumbnail, a vision board, or capturing an idea on the go.

The mobile app makes it fast and easy for the next generation of creators to get started with Photoshop. The app provides flexibility for experienced professionals, empowering desktop creators to access work, make quick edits or capture creative ideas anywhere.

Photoshop mobile features and capabilities

Android users can access all the app’s features for free during the initial beta period, with additional capabilities coming soon. Available now:

• Combine and blend images using core Photoshop tools like selections, layers, and masks
• Quickly remove or replace parts of an image with the intuitive Tap Select tool
• Brush away distractions in seconds using tools like the Spot Healing Brush
• Use Firefly-powered generative AI features like Generative Fill to effortlessly add or transform elements in visual designs
• Enhance creative work with a growing library of free Adobe Stock assets
• Make accurate selections with Object Select and Magic Wand
• Refine images with advanced tools like Remove and Clone Stamp
• Control layers and effects with advanced blend modes and adjustment layers

Whether you’re trying Photoshop for the first time or exploring new ideas, we want to help you dive in with confidence:

• Explore the Photoshop mobile tutorials directly in the app to learn how to work with layers, selections, and generative AI tools like Generative Fill.
• Connect with the Photoshop community through the Adobe Community Forums to share work and connect with others for feedback, support and inspiration. As we continue to develop the Android experience, community feedback will help shape what comes next.
• Visit the Adobe Inspiration Hub to explore new creative ideas, read real creator stories and try thought-starters to help guide projects.

Adobe Photoshop (beta) app on Google Play is now available for devices running Android 11 or later, with a minimum of 6GB of RAM (8GB or more recommended for optimal performance).

Photoshop on iPhone is also generally available worldwide in the Apple App Store.

Here is the blog post- Photoshop arrives on Android

Adobe Launches Photoshop Mobile App, Expands the Web Experience

Today, Adobe announced that it is bringing Photoshop to mobile and expanding the web experience, with Photoshop on iPhone available today and Android coming later this year.

• New Photoshop iPhone app, available today with Android coming soon, delivers Photoshop’s core imaging and design tools like layering and masking, tailored for mobile devices to empower limitless creativity. 
• Photoshop’s mobile and web apps bring a new generation of creators the power of Photoshop in accessible and intuitive interfaces that makes it easy to design and edit stunning visuals
• Mobile app and all-new web experience, now included in current Photoshop plans, provide established Photoshop customers with a flexible ecosystem to create and edit across surfaces.

Photoshop’s iconic image editing and design capabilities, including tools such as layering, masking and the popular Firefly-powered Generative Fill, are now more accessible and intuitive than ever with free and premium offerings and a mobile-friendly design for artists and designers who increasingly do their creative work on the go.

The new mobile app is designed from the ground up to welcome a new generation of image and design enthusiasts to the limitless potential of Photoshop in an easy-to-use mobile interface. Photoshop’s new app brings existing customers more flexibility with the ability to make edits anywhere, access their work on the go, capture ideas or dive into personal projects – all in the palm of their hands. The next generation of creators, as well as experienced creative professionals who want to make unique digital art on mobile, can now get started with Photoshop faster and easier than ever before.

Adobe’s new Photoshop Mobile and Web plan delivers even more advanced image editing and design capabilities to mobile and web creators, including tools for precise selections, targeted adjustments, advanced color corrections, expanded access to commercially safe AI with Firefly-powered generative AI tools, full format support for opening and editing any Photoshop document and more. With seamless integration between the mobile and web experiences, the new offering empowers creators to work on the same project across devices. Powerful updates to Photoshop on the web include enhancements to the user interface to seamlessly transition between web and mobile, direct integration with the vast Adobe Stock library of free assets and expanded availability across browsers including Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.

“We’re excited to bring the limitless creative possibilities of Photoshop to mobile, making the app’s iconic image editing and design capabilities accessible for everyone from professional artists and designers to a whole new generation of creators trying Photoshop for the first time,” said Ashley Still, senior vice president, digital media at Adobe. “Photoshop’s new mobile and web apps unlock next generation creativity, empowering creators to bring to life gorgeous photos, rich graphics and incredible art anytime, anywhere."

The introduction of Photoshop’s new mobile app marks the first time image editing and design features and capabilities at this level of power, precision and control have been available for free in a single mobile app. Creators can fully customize every element and pixel, make advanced edits with Photoshop’s iconic tools like layering, masking and blending and utilize creator friendly, commercially safe AI tools powered by Adobe Firefly to ideate, edit more quickly and bring images to life with ease.

Empowering Next Generation Creators and Established Creative Professionals Alike

The new mobile app is purpose-built for phones, bringing Photoshop’s marquee features and capabilities to a new generation of creators and enabling access on the go for experienced desktop pros across fashion, music, gaming or traditional design. Photoshop on iPhone brings amazing power, fun and flexibility to the process of creating stunning visuals including vision and mood boards, album and podcast cover art, fashion lookbooks and beyond.

Adobe is committed to continuing to make Photoshop the ultimate image editing and design app where creators do their best and most important work. The new mobile app is compatible with Photoshop apps across surfaces including desktop, web and iPad which means that long time Photoshop creators can now use the new mobile app to ideate, make lightweight edits on the go and start personal projects whenever and wherever they want.

Capabilities Available to All Photoshop Mobile Users

Photoshop on iPhone is a free app purpose built for mobile with powerful features including:

• Create unique images and designs by combining, compositing and blending images with core Photoshop tools and features, including selections, layers and masks
• Remove, recolor or replace parts of an image with the intuitive Tap Select tool
• Utilize advanced removal tools like the Spot Healing Brush to brush away distractions in seconds
• Leverage powerful generative AI tools powered by Adobe Firefly including the popular Generative Fill and Generative Expand to easily add new elements to designs and quickly edit photos. 
• Navigate across workflows easily with direct integration with creative apps including Adobe Express, Adobe Fresco and Adobe Lightroom
• Add, replace and create with a vast library of free Adobe Stock assets 

All-New Photoshop Mobile and Web

Plan

Photoshop is introducing a new Photoshop Mobile and Web plan which enables more creative power and precision with expanded access to Photoshop on the web and advanced editing features on mobile, including:

• Transition from Photoshop mobile to Photoshop on the web to create with added precision and control across workflows and surfaces
• Expanded access to commercially safe, Firefly-powered tools including Generate Similar and Reference Image in Photoshop web to easily add unique design and image elements to create fun visuals
• Access more than 20,000 fonts or import additional options for limitless typography options. 
• Make precise selections with enhanced precision of people and objects with Object Select
• Isolate objects and make targeted adjustments with selection tools like Magic Wand
• Remove distractions with ease with Remove Tool, hide unwanted objects with Clone Stamp and seamlessly fill portions of an image with Content-Aware Fill
• Control transparency, color effects and add unique styles with Advanced blend modes
• Lighten or darken areas of an image without affecting hue or saturation with Lighten and Darken Responsible Innovation

Adobe is committed to being a trusted partner for creators and takes a creator-first approach to AI innovations, ensuring they are developed in accordance with the company’s AI Ethics principles of accountability, responsibility and transparency. Firefly is commercially safe and only trained on content that Adobe has permission to use, including licensed content from Adobe Stock and public domain content where copyright has expired. In addition, Content Credentials, which act like a “nutrition label” for digital content, are attached to content generated with Firefly-powered tools in Photoshop mobile and web to help promote transparency around generative AI usage.

Pricing and Availability

The free Photoshop mobile app offers premium upgrades through a new Photoshop Mobile and Web plan at $7.99/month or $69.99/annually, which includes additional features on mobile and iPad, along with access to Photoshop on the web.

All current Photoshop paid plans already include access to Photoshop on iPad and Photoshop on the web, available on Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, and will now also include access to Photoshop on mobile.

Photoshop on iPhone is generally available worldwide in the Apple App Store today. Photoshop is coming to Android later this year.

For more details on today’s news, visit the Adobe blog.

Apple Introduces Apple Invites, a New iPhone App to Create Custom Invitations

Introducing Apple Invites, a new app that brings people together for life’s special moments

Apple, on Tuesday, announced the Apple Invites, a new app for iPhone that helps users create custom invitations to gather friends and family for any occasion. With Apple Invites, users can create and easily share invitations, RSVP, contribute to Shared Albums, and engage with Apple Music playlists. Starting 4th February, users can download Apple Invites from the App Store, or access it on the web through icloud.com/invites. iCloud+ subscribers can create invitations, and anyone can RSVP, regardless of whether they have an Apple Account or Apple device.

“With Apple Invites, an event comes to life from the moment the invitation is created, and users can share lasting memories even after they get together,” said Brent Chiu-Watson, Apple’s senior director of Worldwide Product Marketing for Apps and iCloud. “Apple Invites brings together capabilities our users already know and love across iPhone, iCloud, and Apple Music, making it easy to plan special events.”

Beautiful Invitations That Create and Capture Shared Moments

With Apple Invites, bringing events to life is easy and fun. Users can create, share, and RSVP to invitations through the Apple Invites app, or on the web from any device.

To get started with Apple Invites, users can choose an image from their photo library or from the app’s gallery of backgrounds — a curated collection of images representing different occasions and event themes. Integrations with Maps and Weather give guests directions to the event and the forecast for that day.

Additionally, participants can easily contribute photos and videos to a dedicated Shared Album within each invite to help preserve memories and relive the event. And collaborative playlists allow Apple Music subscribers to create a curated event soundtrack that guests can access right from Apple Invites.

Integrations with Maps and Weather give guests directions to the event and the forecast for that day.

Apple Intelligence Makes Invites Even More Fun

Image Playground is built right into Apple Invites, giving users an easy way to generate original images that make their invitation even more unique.

With Apple Intelligence, creating unique event invitations is easy. Users can tap in to the built-in Image Playground experience to produce original images using concepts, descriptions, and people from their photo library. And when composing invitations, users can use Writing Tools to help find just the right turn of phrase to meet the moment.¹

Simple Ways to Manage and Join Events

Hosts get full control of their invite experience: They can easily view and manage their events, share invitations with a link, review RSVPs, and choose the details they want included in the preview, like the event background or a home address. Guests can view and respond to an invitation using the new iPhone app or on the web without needing an iCloud+ subscription or an Apple Account. Attendees control how their details show up to others, and have the ability to leave or report an event at any time.

Hosts can easily view and manage their events, share invitations with a link, review RSVPs, and choose the details they want included in the preview, like the event background or a home address.

Additional iCloud+ Premium Features

In addition to event creation in Apple Invites, iCloud+ subscribers have access to many more premium features:

• Expanded storage allows users to keep large libraries of original, high-resolution photos, videos, and files safe in iCloud, and easily accessible across all of their devices and the web.
• Private Relay keeps browsing in Safari entirely private from network providers, websites, and even Apple.
• Hide My Email generates unique, random email addresses whenever needed.
• HomeKit Secure Video allows users to capture and review home security footage in an end-to-end encrypted format.
• Custom email domains enable users to personalise their iCloud email address.

Family Sharing allows users to share their iCloud+ subscription with up to five people at no extra cost.

Users can learn more about subscribing to iCloud+ at apple.com/icloud, with plans starting at just INR 75.

Availability

Apple Invites is available today as a free download from the App Store for all iPhone models running iOS 18 or later, and can be accessed on the web at icloud.com/invites. Some features are not available in all regions or in all languages. For more information, visit apple.com/ios/feature-availability.

¹Apple Intelligence is available on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max running iOS 18.2 and later, and can be accessed in most regions around the world when the device and Siri language are set to localised English for Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the U.K., or the U.S

Pioneering Speech Therapy for the Digital Age: The Wellness Hub and Speech BASICS Revolution

In a rapidly evolving world of early childhood development, one Hyderabad-based startup, Wellness Hub, is making significant strides. Recognized by the Google Play Store in 2023 for its contributions, Wellness Hub is on a mission to transform Speech Therapy, making it more accessible, affordable, and effective than ever before. This mission is critical, especially for children with special needs, such as those experiencing autism, developmental delays, and speech issues.

Tele-BASICS: A New Frontier in Online Speech Therapy

At the heart of Wellness Hub's innovation is the Synchronized Whiteboard, a tool that is revolutionizing how speech therapy is delivered. Designed to bridge the gap between therapists and clients, it enables real-time collaboration, allowing for immediate feedback and a more hands-on therapeutic session. This technology is not just another digital tool; it's a comprehensive ecosystem tailored to meet the nuanced needs of online therapy.

Introducing Speech BASICS: Mastering First Words and Beyond

In its arsenal of innovative tools, Wellness Hub has introduced Speech BASICS, an app developed by qualified Speech & Language Pathologists. The app is designed to help children learn their first words, covering a broad spectrum of categories from animals to emotions and vehicles to colors. Speech BASICS stands out by providing a fun, interactive learning experience that significantly improves children’s pronunciation, speech, and language skills. This app is especially beneficial for children facing speech-related challenges like Speech Delay, Articulation Disorders, Down Syndrome, Stuttering/Stammering, Apraxia of Speech ,Speech sound Disorders, Speech therapy for Autism, Lisp and Language disorders offering them a robust platform to practice and improve their communication abilities.

Autism BASICS App: Comprehensive Learning for Special Needs

Parallel to Speech BASICS, the Autism BASICS app offers a holistic approach to learning for children with Autism and other special needs. This app is a testament to Wellness Hub's commitment to providing an effective, comprehensive learning companion. By focusing on Behavioral, Academic, Sensory, Independent/Self-Help, Communication, and Social Skills, Autism BASICS app ensures a well-rounded development for its users.

Support for Caregivers

Understanding the journey of development is not just for the child but also involves those who care for them, Wellness Hub offers extensive resources for caregivers. From free developmental checklists to consultations with experts, the platform is designed to empower parents and caregivers, providing them with the knowledge and support needed to guide their children through their developmental milestones.

The Role of Technology in Enhancing Therapy

Incorporating technology into therapy sessions has proven to be a game-changer. Wellness Hub utilizes various technological innovations, such as augmentative and alternative communication techniques, to make therapy sessions more engaging and effective. These technologies are tailored to meet the individual needs of children, ensuring that they receive the most personalized and impactful therapy possible.

The Synchronized Whiteboard & Speech BASICS in Action

The Synchronized Whiteboard and Speech BASICS app are pivotal in Wellness Hub’s approach to speech therapy. They offer interactive and engaging methods to therapy, making it easier for children to grasp complex concepts and improve their communication skills. The real-time feedback and personalized session planning tools further enhance the effectiveness of therapy, providing a pathway to success for children with speech and communication challenges.

The Wellness Hub Commitment

At its core, Wellness Hub is driven by a commitment to ensure that speech therapy is not a privilege but a reachable goal for children everywhere. The Synchronized Whiteboard, Speech BASICS, and Autism BASICS apps are a reflection of this commitment. By leveraging technology and innovation, Wellness Hub is making strides towards a future where every child has the opportunity to express themselves clearly and confidently.

Conclusion

The journey of speech therapy is evolving, thanks to the pioneering efforts of Wellness Hub. Through innovative tools like the Synchronized Whiteboard and Speech BASICS app, the company is not just transforming therapy; it's changing lives. By making speech therapy more accessible and engaging, Wellness Hub ensures that no child is left behind in their ability to communicate. In this digital age, the company stands as a beacon of hope, proving that with the right tools and dedication, every voice can find its strength and every child can achieve their potential.

Author Bio

I am Akash Sinha, the tech brain behind WellnessHub. I’ve dedicated my work to creating tools and apps for amazing kids who might need a bit of extra support, like those with Autism or speech challenges.

Apple Announces India's Top Apps and Games of 2023 on App Store

As the year comes to a close, Apple is recognising the most popular apps and games of 2023, with year-end charts localised for users in more than 35 countries and regions. The 2023 charts, now available on the App Store’s Today tab, include the top free and paid apps and games, as well as the top Apple Arcade games. In addition to year-end charts, users can also discover the 2023 App Store Award winners, the very best apps and games of the year selected by the App Store Editorial team for their ability to provide users with meaningful experiences and inspire cultural change.

The App Store is the world’s safest and most vibrant app marketplace, recommending the best apps and games to its more than 650 million weekly visitors. With helpfully curated content from the App Store’s team of global editors, the Today, Apps, and Games tabs remain a daily destination for users to discover in-app events, original stories, in-depth interviews, tips and collections through easy-to-browse sections, and personalized content based on their interests.

Check out this year’s most downloaded apps and games of 2023 in India:

Top Free iPhone Apps

1. WhatsApp Messenger
2. Instagram
3. YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
4. JioCinema - Bigg Boss & Sports
5. Google
6. Snapchat
7. Google Pay: Save, Pay, Manage
8. Gmail - Email by Google
9. Google Chrome
10. Facebook

Top Paid iPhone Apps

1. DSLR Camera
2. pdf scanner – Wordscanner pro
3. Slow Shutter Cam
4. Forest: Focus for Productivity
5. FlipClock +
6. Logo Creator & Maker
7. Sticker Babai: Telugu Stickers
8. Fliqlo
9. Money Manager (Remove Ads)
10. Live Wallpapers & Backgrounds+

Top Free iPhone Games

1. BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA
2. Ludo King
3. Subway Surfers
4. Candy Crush Saga
5. 8 Ball Pool™
6. Zupee: Play Real Money Games
7. Royal Match
8. Dr. Driving
9. Call of Duty®: Mobile
10. Gardenscapes

Top Paid iPhone Games

1. Hitman Sniper
2. Minecraft
3. RFS - Real Flight Simulator
4. MONOPOLY
5. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
6. Earn to Die 2
7. Bike Race Pro: Motor Racing
8. Shadow Knight Ninja Fight Game
9. Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
10. Driving Zone 2: Car Racing

Top Free iPad Apps

1. JioCinema - Bigg Boss & Sports
2. YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
3. Google Chrome
4. Hotstar- Movies & Live Cricket
5. Netflix
6. Amazon Prime Video
7. Gmail - Email by Google
8. Messenger Duo for WhatsApp
9. Telegram Messenger
10. Goodnotes 6

Top Paid iPad Apps

1. Procreate
2. LumaFusion
3. Nomad Sculpt
4. Forest: Focus for Productivity
5. WhatsApp Messages for iPad®
6. GoodReader PDF Editor & Viewer
7. iTablaPro
8. Amaziograph
9. GeoShred
10. AnkiMobile Flashcards

Top Free iPad Games

1. BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA
2. Ludo King
3. Subway Surfers
4. Asphalt 9: Legends
5. Call of Duty®: Mobile
6. EA SPORTS FC™ MOBILE 24
7. Roblox
8. Candy Crush Saga
9. Chess - Play & Learn
10. Magic Tiles 3: Piano Game

Top Paid iPad Games

1. Minecraft
2. Hitman Sniper
3. MONOPOLY
4. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
5. RFS - Real Flight Simulator
6. Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
7. Earn to Die 2
8. Plague Inc.
9. Shadow Knight Ninja Fight Game
10. Need for Speed™ Most Wanted

Top Apple Arcade Games

1. NBA 2K23 Arcade Edition
2. Asphalt 8: Airborne+
3. Angry Birds Reloaded
4. Getting Over It+
5. Gear.Club Stradale
6. Jetpack Joyride 2
7. Fruit Ninja Classic+
8. Mini Motorways
9. Snake.io+
10. Football Manager 2023 Touch

eSARAS Mobile App Launched to Market Products Made by Women of Self-Help Groups

Taking another step of strengthening marketing support for products made by women of Self-help Groups (SHGs), Deendayal Antyodaya Yojna- National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) launched eSARAS mobile App which will add to eCommerce initiatives for products made by the SHGs.

Currently available for Android phones, eSaras is essentially an online platform to buy Indian handicraft items, handloom items. The e-commerce platform as well as the app have been developed for the enhancement of the livelihood of the rural people. This online platform showcases the products made by self-managed Self Help Groups (SHGs) and federated institutions.

The App was launched by Mr Shailesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Rural Development, Govt of India at New Delhi. Mr Singh also inaugurated eSARAS Fulfillment Centre at the Ministry’s Janakpuri office in New Delhi on this occasion.

eSARAS, an e-commerce mobile app, will be used as a more effective platform for marketing of the products made by women of self-help groups. It is an initiative conceptualized by the DAY-NRLM towards the marketing of the best, authentic handicrafts and hand-looms.

Through this online portal, customers get access to 100% authentic handcrafted products emerging straight from the heart of India.

The eSARAS fulfillment centre will be managed by the Foundation for Development of Rural Value Chains (FDRVC - a Not for Profit Company constituted jointly by Ministry of Rural Development and Tata Trust) and will be used for processing, packaging and shipping of products that customers purchase through the eSARAS Portal and eSARAS mobile App. It will handle the logistics required to bring an online order to a customer's doorstep.

Launching the App, Secretary Mr Shailesh Kumar Singh termed it as an initiative which promotes the spirit of Vocal for Local even further with easier marketing of products prepared by SHG Didis.

He added that the Ministry is targeting that each SHG Household has at least 2-3 sources of livelihoods. One of the multiple sources of livelihoods of the poor is non-farm enterprise. The major intervention in non-farm livelihoods is provision of market linkages for SHG products. Through the eSARAS mobile App, the handmade products made by SHG Didis are now available at everyone’s fingertips in even more customer friendly way.

OpenAI Launched ChatGPT for iOS Users in India

OpenAI has expanded the availability of the generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) bot app to 33 more countries including in India.

The app for iOS is now available for download on the Apple App Store in India. The Android version of the ChatGPT is expected to be released soon.

The ChatGPT app is free to use and syncs your history across devices. It also integrates Whisper, OpenAI's open-source speech-recognition system, enabling voice input.

ChatGPT offers instant answers and retrieve precise information related to history, be it geopolitics or the corporate company's growth over the years. Everything will be answered without any ads.

ChatGPT mobile app has crossed the mark of half a million downloads, according to the data shared by app intelligence firm data.ai.

On the Apple App Store, ChatGPT has clocked 500K downloads on the App Store in just 6 days of launch. It is at number #1 spot for free productivity app worldwide and is number #2 in India.

The ChatGPT app allows users to synchronize their chat history across different devices.

Use of ChatGPT:

• Instant answers: Get precise information without sifting through ads or multiple results.
• Tailored advice: Seek guidance on cooking, travel plans, or crafting thoughtful messages.
• Creative inspiration: Generate gift ideas, outline presentations, or write the perfect poem.
• Professional input: Boost productivity with idea feedback, note summarization, and technical topic assistance.
• Learning opportunities: Explore new languages, modern history, and more at your own pace.

Indus Motors Backed Self-Drive Car Rental Startup IndusGo, Launches Its Advanced App IndusGo 2.0

The upgraded version of the app has a smarter interface enabling customers to book a car in just 3 steps

Making strides towards a phygital self drive experience, leading self-drive car rental company IndusGo, recently announced the launch of its upgraded mobile app ‘IndusGo 2.0’. This cutting-edge app aims to set a new standard in convenience, efficiency, and user-friendliness, by empowering users to easily rent a car and hit the road within minutes.

Designed keeping the end customer in mind, IndusGo 2.0 incorporates state-of-the-art technology and an intuitive interface, making the entire booking process seamless and hassle-free. Its unique features allow users to book any car in just three simple steps. Some of the features that make IndusGo 2.0 a must have app include the following:

• Instant Booking and Smooth interface: With just a few taps and easy-to-navigate user interface, users can instantly book their desired vehicle from IndusGo's extensive fleet of well-maintained cars. The app provides real-time availability, ensuring customers always find the perfect car for their needs.
• Advanced Navigation and Tracking: IndusGo integrates with leading navigation services, providing turn-by-turn directions, live traffic updates, and optimized routes. This feature allows customers to explore unfamiliar destinations with confidence. Customers can also access the tracking information through the new app and get real-time updates on their car's status.
• AI-Powered Vehicle Recommendations: Leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, the app analyzes user preferences and recommends the most suitable car options. With its proprietary pricing module using machine learning for optimal car utilization, IndusGo ensures customers find the ideal vehicle for their specific requirements.
• Flexible Pickup/ Drop points: IndusGo streamlines and provides flexible pickup and drop points, enabling users to enjoy a hassle free phygital experience. The app allows customers to get their rented car delivered or collected from any location of their choice, such as airports, home, or office.
• Advanced Safety and Security features: IndusGo employs technology to prioritize driver safety and security through various measures such as an IoT enabled driving behaviour analysis which helps monitor and ensure responsible driving. Features such as Clutch Overuse Detection and SOS are integrated within the app for ensuring driver safety. 
• 24/7 Customer Support: IndusGo takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service. The app provides round-the-clock support, allowing users to reach out to a dedicated team of professionals for assistance, inquiries, or emergency situations.
• Exclusive Discounts and Rewards: IndusGo rewards loyal customers with exclusive discounts, personalized offers, and loyalty programs. Users can unlock special benefits and enjoy cost savings on their bookings, making the app even more enticing.

"IndusGo 2.0 marks a significant milestone for us, reinforcing IndusGo’s position as an emerging industry leader in self-drive car rentals in India," said Afdhel AW, Founder, IndusGo. "We believe this app will revolutionize the way people rent cars, making it more convenient, user-friendly, and enjoyable. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that IndusGo 2.0 offers unmatched features and functionalities that truly set us apart from the competition."

IndusGo's commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation drives the development of IndusGo 2.0. With this advanced app, IndusGo aims to transform the car rental industry by providing a superior, streamlined, and personalized experience for all users.

IndusGo 2.0 is now available for download on both iOS and Android devices. For more information, visit https://www.indusgo.in/.

About IndusGo:

Founded in 2018, IndusGo is emerging as one of the leading technologically advanced self-drive car rental companies in India. Led by its dynamic pricing, 24-hour assistance, flexible pick and drop points and doorstep delivery, IndusGo makes the self-drive rent-a-car experience seamless and hassle-free. IndusGo’s strong interplay of technology, innovation and attractive price points make it a reliable one stop solution for customers willing to rent a car through its app or website.

A subsidiary of Indus Motors, IndusGo operates in several cities across South India such as Kochi, Hyderabad and Chennai and has plans of soon launching in Bangalore, and gradually expanding its presence across other regions of India. Learn more about IndusGo at: https://www.indusgo.in/

About Indus Motors:

Established about 35 years ago, Indus Motors is a leading Maruti Suzuki dealer with more than 75 workshops and 100 plus sales outlets in India. Indus Motors has an annual turnover of over 3000 crore and a 6000+ strong workforce. The company has expanded its legacy into the self-drive/car rental business through its subsidiary IndusGo, with an initial investment of 20 crore, followed by a 100 crore investment to establish a competitive fleet of 1000 cars. With its use of cutting-edge technologies like SAP, Power BI, and AI-based marketing, Indus Motors has transformed into one of the most digitally advanced firms in the industry driving a fivefold increase in overall profitability.

Cricket Edtech Cricuru by Virender Sehwag and Sanjay Bangar Launches With an Advanced AI-powered Tech

The app has already witnessed a download of over 10,000 at a pre-launch phase

Cricuru is a new cricket ed tech platform with a goal to provide a comprehensive marketplace for virtual cricket training and ensuring every cricket enthusiast’s dream of learning cricket from the best comes true. Cricuru launches with a more advanced AI integration that allows every user to learn and improve their skills and performance. This AI tool shall be the first of its kind in Cricket education in India which will not only help learn but also enhance their skills.

Cricuru identified the need for integration of cricket training into education and with a vision of providing cricket enthusiasts an augmented cricket learning experience. We want to make learning and improving more accessible than ever and finding talent that can represent India on a National and International level. Technology integration will help us bring our vision to everyone looking to learn cricket from the best.

Legendary cricketer and co- founder of Cricuru, Sanjay Bangar says, “Cricuru wishes to revolutionise cricket coaching and strive to make it accessible to every nook and corner of the country through the wisdom gained by legendary cricketers and experts. We hope to fulfil the dreams of every aspiring cricketer who has the potential to reach the top but unfortunately can't due to lack of proper guidance and training."

In times to come Our vision is also to build a cricket community of not only professional cricketers but also people who play the game just as a hobby.”

Speaking on the re-launch, Akshaara Lalwani, CEO, Cricuru says, “Cricuru identified the major challenges in the cricket coaching space like lack of coaching centres, experienced coaches or trainers. Owing to this, the country loses out on many potential cricketers both men and women. Cricuru aims to address these concerns and make cricket coaching accessible to all at an extremely reasonable pricing. With the new technologies in place, the app will ensure the registered students receive the best-in-class training from world renowned cricketers. With the relaunch of the app, Cricuru aims to revolutionize the otherwise traditional cricket coaching in India.”

One of the major hurdles that Cricuru aims to address is the vast geographical stretch of India. There are various Tier 1,2 and 3 cities wherein tiers 2 and 3 do not have easy access to sports training, let alone coaching centres for female sportspeople. Cricuru, being an app-based platform helps overcome geographical boundaries and makes cricket coaching easily accessible to all irrespective of age, location and gender.

Cricuru is the first application that brings top international players who have years of international experience, to train the users. Users will get a first-hand knowledge of the sport, techniques, tips and tricks from people who have actually experienced the high intensity games.

The new upgrade introduces Artificial Intelligence (AI) which analyzes the user’s positioning, moves and body structure and sends out feedback which helps in improvement. Cricuru helps one keep physically active and it helps them practice indoors or during bad weather. Simulation based training helps students improve their game and perform well in real life games. Cricuru will also help girls have equal access to the sport and people from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities will have access to training which will help discover new cricketing gems.

About Cricuru:

Founded by cricket icons Virender Sehwag and Sanjay Bangar, Cricuru combines their extensive cricket knowledge, network amongst players from across the globe, usage of AI/ML based technology and a team of both cricket and business professionals. The mission is to democratize cricket learning and ensure that youngsters practice correctly in their schools and academies. Cricuru brings to you more than 2400 video cricket lessons from over thirty of the greatest cricketers of all time like Brian Lara, Chris Gayle, Virender Sehwag and Ishant Sharma to name a few. For more information, please visit https://www.cricuru.com.

Homegrown Brand Aisle Launches Jalebi, The Dating App for Desi GenZs

Aisle's new venture is making 'Seriously good dating' a real thing for Gen Z's

Aisle, India's market leader in high-intent dating apps, unveiled Jalebi, the newest addition to their suite of dating apps, this week. Exclusively built for the single, progressive and predominantly Gen Z market, Jalebi makes way for a long overdue glow-up in the Indian dating scene. Jalebi is a loud, proud and authentic voice created to inspire and help members meet the right people in a safe environment.

Aisle's new venture captures the attention of singles who are tired of frivolous, casual dating and are looking at dating with a little more depth. Aptly named to highlight its desi and out-of-the-box features, Jalebi caters to the urban Indian youth’s need for intelligent dating and meaningful companionship in a sea of dating apps that do the opposite.

With the tagline 'Seriously good dating', Jalebi aims to be the antidote to the shallow and often inconsequential arc of game-like casual dating.

Inspired by the neo-pop art movement, Jalebi introduces desi-modern and vibrant visuals into the app's framework. Other than a safe and friendly community of singles, Jalebi's features include selfie-verified profiles to create a more credible community, a mosaic profile design that makes more information about a member available at a glance, and audio prompt options that allow members to level up on their dating game to establish a higher level of trust.

Able Joseph

Sharing his excitement on the launch of Jalebi, Able Joseph, Founder & CEO, Aisle said, "Aisle has never really ventured into the 18-24 age group - a generation that is way more open and aware of what's happening around the world. It was time to think differently for our growing audience - and create an experience that matched this segment's dating goals. Jalebi is a new take on relationships and dating for the younger generation. The aim is to provide members with a trustworthy space to connect and have their voice heard."

With the launch of Jalebi, Aisle hopes to disrupt casual dating by making dating amongst the urban progressive youth more intelligent. Jalebi is now available to download on iOS and Android! Jalebi Super Subscription is available for Rs. 599 a month, Rs. 1499 for 3 months and Rs. 2499 for 6 months.

About Aisle:

Based out of Bangalore, Aisle is India's market leader in high-intent dating apps built for Indians by Indians. Designed for people of Indian origin from around the world who are looking for serious relationships, Aisle has staked its claim on the middle ground between traditional matrimonial websites and casual dating apps. It's focused on the nuances of romance and true love in the Indian context. Through its proprietary algorithm, Aisle empowers its users to celebrate their diversity by prioritizing results based on the things that matter most to them – from mother tongue and hobbies to interests and life philosophies.

This unique approach to dating has made Aisle the fastest-growing dating company in India. It is also the first company to introduce vernacular dating to India. Today, Aisle and its vernacular apps- Arike, Anbe, and Neetho have acquired over 15 million users, many of whom are NRIs from across 100 countries. As of March 2022, Aisle is part of InfoEdge, one of India's largest tech public companies.

Bank of Baroda Launches the bob World Kisan app – a One Stop Solution for Farmers

Features encompass Loans & Investments, Mandi services, Agri advisory and Value-added services

Partnered with six agri companies to provide a diverse set of services to farmers

Both Existing & New to Bank custom mers can access the platform

Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s leading public sector banks, today launched the ‘bob World Kisan’ app – a one-stop solution for farmers for all their agricultural needs. bob World Kisan is a holistic platform that helps in digitising the agroeconomic journey by offering new-age solutions related to agri-financing, insurance & investments; mandi services such as monitoring of crop prices; agri advisory services like weather forecasting, monitoring crop health and other value-added services including buying of agricultural inputs & hiring of equipment, using tech to increase productivity etc. All these services are available to both existing customers & non-customers alike.

The Bank has also partnered with six agri companies such as AgriBegri, AgroStar, BigHaat, Poorti, EM3 and Skymet to provide a diverse set of services to farmers within the app itself. Moreover, the app is available in three languages at present i.e. English, Hindi, and Gujarati – making it accessible to a wider base of farmers.

Shri Joydeep Dutta Roy, Executive Director, Bank of Baroda said, “As one of the country’s leading public sector banks, we have a deep and enduring relationship with the Indian agriculture community. Bank of Baroda’s vision is to support Indian farmers right through their “Sow to Sell” journey. bob World Kisan is a state-of-the-art and an all-inclusive platform that will provide a wide range of services to our annadatas, helping them maximise their yields and income.”

Shri Akhil Handa, Chief Digital Officer, Bank of Baroda said, “The bob World mobile banking app that was launched last year transformed the banking experience for millions of our customers. With the launch of the bob World Kisan app, our promise is to do the same for our farmers. It is one integrated app with a simple & intuitive design, providing a range of banking and agri services at the user’s fingertips – digitising the entire experience.”

bob World Kisan’s features fall into four categories:—

• Finance
• Instant loans and renewals
• Insurance
• Investments

• Mandi
• Monitor crop prices
• Monitor prices at nearby mandis
• Monitor the maximum and minimum prices of crops in the selected mandis
• Option to add multiple crops/multiple mandis and compare

• Weather
• Weather forecasting
• Monitor soil moisture and crop health

• Value-added Services
• Buy agri inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, and insecticides & hiring of equipment
• Use of technology to improve productivity and profitability

The launch of the ‘bob World Kisan’ app takes place in the midst of the ‘Baroda Kisan Pakhwada’ – the annual farmer engagement programme organised by Bank of Baroda that is now in its 5th year. The aim of Baroda Kisan Pakhwada is to boost engagement with the Indian farming community and create awareness about various agri products, schemes & delivery channels offered by Bank of Baroda and initiatives taken by the Government for the benefit of farmers.

About Bank of Baroda

Founded on 20th July, 1908 by Sir Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III, Bank of Baroda is one of the leading commercial banks in India. At 63.97% stake, it is majorly owned by the Government of India. The Bank serves its global customer base of over 150 million through over 46,000 touchpoints spread across 17 countries in five continents. Through Its state-of-the-art digital banking platforms, it provides all banking products and services in a seamless and hassle-free manner.

The recently launched bob World mobile app provides customers with a saving, investing, borrowing, and shopping experience, all under one single app. The app also serves non-customers by enabling account opening through video KYC. The Bank’s vision matches its diverse clientele base and instills a sense of trust and security. It is moving well in that direction and bob World is a testimony of its roadmap towards Digital Transformation.

Mental Wellness Startup LISSUN Launches Its iOS Mobile App for Users

Updates its android application and website for a seamless experience

LISSUN, a mental wellness start-up, has announced the launch of its much-anticipated iOS app for users. Additionally, the brand has also updated its platform and the Android version to offer a 360-degree upgraded and personalized experience. LISSUN has launched a revamped version of the app and website to make it easier for users to access the new features and personalize their experience.

The brand has added various features on all the versions to make it easier for users to navigate and access support in lesser clicks. With the addition of new features on both the iOS and Android versions, users can book a session and attend online therapy with the click of a button. Other notable features added by the healthcare brand include one-on-one chat, which allows users to connect and chat with the therapist; Assessment and Notes feature, which will help diagnose the specific issues of the patients and allow the therapist to share a detailed report, pointers, or suggestions based on the assessment post session. Furthermore, LISSUN has updated the content of the resources for self-help and awareness and launched LGBTQ+ as an additional content category to promote gender inclusivity.

Mr. Tarun Gupta, Co-founder LISSUN said, “At LISSUN, we always take a proactive and preventative approach to mental health and wellbeing. We are delighted to roll out the IOS app and updates of other platforms, which marks yet another significant milestone of our mission in the mental well-being journey. Having access to multiple features, patients can easily practice consistent routines that help nurture mental health, which in turn ignites well-being, performance, and growth. We hope with the launch, we will be able to take a step ahead towards supporting those in need while also continuing to open up the conversation on mental health.”

Accessing the platform is completely free for users, and they only pay for high-end services such as online therapies, chat sessions, assessments, etc. In the coming quarters, users will be able to attend a personalized wellness plan curated by their therapist based on their specific challenges. Users will be able to attend group therapies and communicate via text with their peers dealing with similar issues.

According to the mental wellness brand, they don’t intend to introduce a subscription model anytime soon but are working diligently to launch the app in various languages to achieve its vision of changing the lives of millions of people and benefiting them by providing psychological support in all aspects of their daily lives. The brand’s core team is made up of alumni from IIT, IIM, ISB, and NIMHANS. The platform has already reached over 10000+ users and aims to assist over 25000 people by the end of fiscal year 22-23

About LISSUN

Launched on 15th August 2021, Headquartered in Gurugram, LISSUN is an organization that has been established to address the rising challenge of mental illness in society. LISSUN has been founded by two industry veterans, Krishna Veer Singh and Tarun Gupta, to provide individuals with the right guidance, therapies, and solutions for their emotional and mental well-being in a world full of conflicts. The platform provides end-to-end care for mental health by offering self-diagnosis through tech tools and then provides the necessary treatment to the patient through in-house psychologists