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An Indian-origin entrepreneur, Akshay Gupta, was fatally stabbed by another Indian man, Deepak Kandel, on a public bus in Austin, Texas, on May 14. The 30-year-old Gupta was attacked "without provocation" while seated at the back of the bus, suffering a fatal neck wound. Emergency responders attempted to save him, but he was pronounced dead shortly after. Kandel, 31, was identified through CCTV footage, which showed him calmly exiting the bus after the incident. He was apprehended less than a mile away and reportedly claimed he attacked Gupta because he resembled his uncle. Kandel has been charged with first-degree murder and has a history of multiple arrests on misdemeanour charges. Gupta was a prominent figure in the health-tech sector, co-founding FootBit and ASG Research LLC, and held a master's degree from Penn State University. He had previously met Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella for his innovative work. 
Published: May 21 2025, 7 ameznews.inAt the 'Google I/O 2025' conference, CEO Sundar Pichai announced that the Gemini app has surpassed 400 million monthly active users, showcasing significant growth, particularly with its 2.5 series of AI models. The number of developers utilizing Gemini has surged to over seven million, a fivefold increase from last year, while usage on Vertex AI has skyrocketed by 40 times. Monthly token processing has jumped from 9.7 trillion to over 480 trillion, marking a 50-fold increase. Pichai highlighted that AI Overviews have reached 1.5 billion users across 200 countries, contributing to over 10% growth in major markets like the U.S. and India. The newly introduced AI Mode promises a reimagined search experience, allowing users to pose longer, more complex queries. Additionally, the company is enhancing 2.5 Pro with a new reasoning mode called Deep Think, leveraging advanced research techniques.
Published: May 21 2025, 10 ameznews.inA New York man, Jeal Sutherland, has pleaded guilty to a murder-for-hire plot aimed at his romantic rival, the father of his ex-girlfriend's child, with plans to dispose of the body by feeding it to pigs. The 57-year-old's scheme, which he orchestrated between November 2024 and January 2025, involved hiring an individual to carry out the murder in exchange for settling a debt. Sutherland also attempted to intimidate his victim's family by placing a dead Canada goose with a threatening note at the victim's mother's home. However, both the hitmen and the farmer were undercover FBI informants, leading to Sutherland's arrest on January 27, 2025. He faces a maximum of 10 years in prison, a potential fine of $250,000, and three years of supervised release, with sentencing scheduled for September 22. Sutherland's lawyer claimed he acted with good intentions to protect his loved one.
Published: May 21 2025, 10 ameznews.inReports from CNN and The New York Times reveal that the Trump administration actively sought a luxury Boeing 747 from Qatar to replace Air Force One, contrary to President Donald Trump's claims that it was a "gift." Amid bipartisan scrutiny over the ethical implications of accepting such a plane, military officials explored options for a temporary aircraft while awaiting new jets from Boeing, which are delayed until 2027. The Qatari jet, valued between $150 million and $180 million, was showcased to Trump at Mar-a-Lago, where he reportedly fell in love with it. Discussions shifted from leasing to a potential government-to-government transfer, with Trump later announcing the plane as a "gift." However, Qatari officials indicated they expected a sale, not a donation. Legal teams from both sides are still negotiating the deal, with Qatar's Prime Minister emphasizing that it's a straightforward government transaction still under review.
Published: May 21 2025, 10 ameznews.inThe first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease has received regulatory approval and will be available in the US from late June, according to Fujirebio Holdings Inc., a subsidiary of Japan's H.U. Group Holdings Inc. Initially, the test will be offered at around 50 specialized research institutes and hospitals. Cleared by the Food and Drug Administration, the test targets individuals aged 55 and older showing symptoms of Alzheimer's, detecting amyloid proteins that accumulate in the brain. The process takes approximately 30 minutes and is significantly less expensive than traditional PET scans, which have hindered the accessibility of new Alzheimer's treatments. Fujirebio plans to seek approvals for the test in Japan, Europe, and China, with a partner already filing for clearance in India. Goki Ishikawa, the company's head, emphasized the importance of collaborating with larger firms to expand their market reach.
Published: May 21 2025, 10 ameznews.inVaibhav Taneja, Tesla's Chief Financial Officer of Indian origin, has made headlines with a staggering compensation of $139 million (approximately Rs 1,157 crore) for 2024, surpassing the earnings of notable tech CEOs like Microsoft's Satya Nadella and Alphabet's Sundar Pichai. Taneja's pay package, which includes a base salary of $400,000 (Rs 3.33 crore), is largely attributed to stock options and equity awards following his promotion in 2023. Despite challenges such as declining electric vehicle deliveries, Tesla's stock price surged from around $250 (Rs 20,800) to $342 (Rs 28,400), significantly enhancing Taneja's equity-based pay. His earnings have set a new benchmark for CFOs, exceeding the previous record of $86 million held by Nikola's CFO before its bankruptcy in 2024. Taneja, a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience at PwC and SolarCity, joined Tesla in 2017 and became CFO in August 2023.
Published: May 21 2025, 11 ameznews.inAn Argentine court has suspended the trial of the medical team responsible for the late football legend Diego Maradona's care, citing concerns over the impartiality of Judge Julieta Makintach. Defense lawyers argued that her involvement in a documentary about the case could indicate a breach of impartiality, prompting the prosecutor's office to investigate potential violations, including the unauthorized use of cameras in the courtroom. Maradona died on November 25, 2020, at the age of 60, following complications from brain surgery, and his medical team faces charges of gross negligence that could result in prison sentences of eight to 25 years for "homicide with possible intent." Testimony has included accusations from Maradona’s daughter, Gianinna, who described her father's final days as spent in a "dark, ugly and lonely" environment, raising questions about the care he received. The trial is set to resume on May 27.
Published: May 21 2025, 9 ameznews.inUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has initiated a "comprehensive review" of the chaotic military withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021, which resulted in the deaths of 13 US service members and 150 Afghans due to an Islamic State bombing at Kabul's airport. The specifics of Hegseth's review remain unclear, particularly in relation to previous investigations conducted by the military, State Department, and other entities. Critics suggest the review may be politicized, as the Biden administration has attributed the chaos to inadequate planning and troop reductions initiated by the Trump administration. In a memo, Hegseth emphasized the need for accountability and regaining trust with the American public and military personnel. Sean Parnell, a Pentagon spokesperson, will lead the review, which will also include input from former military personnel like Stuart Scheller, who criticized the withdrawal.
Published: May 21 2025, 9 ameznews.inRegina Ventura, the mother of Sean "Diddy" Combs's ex-partner Cassie, testified on Tuesday about the threats and violence her daughter endured during her ten-year relationship with the music mogul. Following Cassie's harrowing testimony detailing abuse and coercive sexual practices, Regina recounted an email Cassie sent in December 2011, in which she revealed Combs's threats to release explicit videos of her and harm her and rapper Kid Cudi after discovering her infidelity. Regina expressed her shock upon learning of these threats and confirmed that Combs demanded $20,000 to cover expenses related to Cassie, which was ultimately paid to ensure her safety. The court also examined photos of Cassie with bruises, highlighting the physical abuse she suffered. Combs, facing federal charges of sex trafficking and other crimes, has pleaded not guilty and could face life in prison if convicted. His defense argues that while the relationship was abusive, it does not constitute sex trafficking.
Published: May 21 2025, 9 ameznews.inA jail maintenance worker in New Orleans, Sterling Williams, has been arrested for allegedly facilitating the escape of ten inmates from a correctional facility last week. Williams, 33, faces charges of malfeasance in office and principal to simple escape after reportedly shutting off the water supply, which enabled the inmates to remove a metal sink and toilet, cut through steel bars, and crawl out through a small hole. The escape, which went unnoticed for nearly seven hours, occurred while the sole staff member monitoring security was away. Four of the escapees have been recaptured, while a manhunt is ongoing for the remaining six, including one inmate who allegedly threatened Williams. Sheriff Susan Hutson stated that the escape's complexity indicates insider involvement, and Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has vowed to pursue all those involved in the incident. Williams is set to appear in court on Tuesday.
Published: May 21 2025, 10 ameznews.inGoogle announced on Tuesday a significant enhancement to its search capabilities through the integration of advanced generative artificial intelligence, a move aimed at revitalizing its ad-driven business model amid growing concerns. At the company's annual developers conference, CEO Sundar Pichai unveiled a new AI mode that transcends the existing AI Overviews, enabling users to engage in more complex queries and follow-up questions. This mode, currently available in the US, offers deeper web searches and advanced reasoning, potentially reshaping user interaction with the platform. Despite the positive reception from users, analysts warn that the shift from traditional search results to AI-generated summaries could threaten Google's advertising revenue and impact website traffic. Concerns were exacerbated by Apple executive Eddy Cue's recent testimony highlighting a decline in Google's search traffic on Apple devices, raising fears of competition from AI alternatives like ChatGPT.
Published: May 21 2025, 7 am
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