Sony Unveils 50MP Mobile Sensor With HDR Power

• Delivering power saving, high-image quality 4K shooting and improved night view and outdoor imaging performance

Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (Sony) announced the launch of the L910, an approximately 50-effective megapixel image sensor for mobile applications that delivers 100 dB high dynamic range imaging with low power consumption.

This is one of the first LYTIA lineup with the LOFIC structure. It also features the new HDR technology along with the logic circuit technology that helps in reducing the random noise in dark areas of images. These technologies offer high-quality imaging by reducing highlight blowout in bright areas and noise in dark areas, compared to conventional products. Additionally, it also offers HDR video recording at 4K, 60 fps, while maintaining low power consumption with optimized circuit design.

In recent years, the need for camera functionality that can provide stable, high-quality imaging in various environments continues to grow along with the popularity of video production and live streaming. Consequently, image sensors require expanded dynamic range and improved power efficiency.

Therefore, the new sensor combines the expanded saturation capacity enabled by the LOFIC structure with the new HDR and circuit technology. It achieves a dynamic range of 100 dB with a single exposure, enabling imaging

with rich gradations from highlights to shadows and minimal noise. Compared to multi-exposure HDR technologies, this design help suppresses motion blur and flicker when shooting moving subjects, since the synthesizing process is not needed. Also, Sony's proprietary circuit design reduces power consumption, enabling high-quality video recording at 4K, 60 fps even when shooting in HDR.

Model name and shipment date:

Model name	Mass-production shipment date
LYTIA L910 1/1.28-type (12.49 mm diagonal) 50-effective-megapixel stacked CMOS image sensor	Summer 2026

Key Features:

1. The new HDR and circuit technologies offer 100 dB high dynamic range imaging in a single exposure

• LOFIC structure expands saturation capacity. 
• Triple Conversion Gain-HDR reduces highlight blowouts and noise.
• Ultra High Conversion Gain circuits improve efficiency.
• Reduces random noise by ~30% compared to conventional products.
• Achieves smooth gradations in high-contrast scenes.

2. Optimized circuit design delivers low power 4K video recording while maintaining high dynamic range

• Proprietary circuit design lowers sensor power consumption.
• Enables high-quality 4K video recording at 60 fps.
• Allows HDR preview on smartphone screens.

Key Specifications:

Model name		LYTIA L910
Image size		1/1.28-type (diagonal 12.49 mm)
Effective pixels		Approx. 50 megapixels
Unit cell size		1.22 µm × 1.22 µm
Color filter		Quad Bayer Coding
Frame rate (at full-pixel AF)	50 megapixels (4:3)	30 fps / 120 fps
	12.5 megapixels (4:3)	60 fps (DCG-HDR) / 60 fps (TCG-HDR w/LOFIC)
	4K2K (16:9)	60 fps (2x2 Bin, DCG-HDR)
		60 fps (2x2 Bin, TCG-HDR w/LOFIC)
	Power supply	Analog: 2.8 v/1.8 v Digital: 0.81 v Interface: 1.8 v or 1.2 v

Outer Interface:

- MIPI® C-PHY 2/3 trio, Max. 6.0 Gsps/trio
- MIPI D-PHY 2/4 lane, Max. 2.5 Gbps/lane

37% of Entry-Level Tasks in India Already Done by AI, Finds Cognizant and Pearson Study

• Employers to focus on interdisciplinary skills; expect new hires to supervise AI

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) and Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) today released findings from their joint study, The AI Workforce Pulse: The Adaptability Imperative, highlighting how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming India’s entry-level workforce at a faster pace than the global average, while simultaneously creating new career pathways and urgent skilling challenges.

Based on a survey of 750 HR leaders across the US, UK and India, the study finds that 37% of entry-level tasks in India are already performed by AI, compared to a 33% global average, with 18% of HR leaders reporting that AI now handles half or more of entry-level work, signalling accelerated disruption in one of the country’s largest workforce segments.

The findings point to four interconnected shifts shaping the AI workforce ahead:

Roles are Being Reinvented

• Nearly all (96%) HR leaders expect entry-level roles to evolve into positions where employees supervise or manage AI systems within the next five years.
• Nearly all HR professionals (94%) expect AI will generate new entry-level roles in the next five years that didn't exist before.
• More than 90% of respondents say middle managers are instrumental to redefining job roles as AI changes the day-to-day work of team members.
• Nearly all HR professionals (98%) are increasing focus on AI skills even for non-technical roles.

Employees in these roles are increasingly expected to manage AI outputs, validate decisions, interpret results and apply human judgment.

In India, 80% of organisations report that AI is enabling employees to focus on higher-value work, compared to 77% globally.

Human and Interdisciplinary Skills Are Increasingly Important

• Nearly all (97%) report soft skills matter more than ever, reflecting a need for adaptability, problem-solving, and human judgment.
• Two in three HR professionals (67%) report they value liberal arts degrees more than they used to in light of AI advancements.
• Nearly 7 in 10 (69%) HR professionals say broad, interdisciplinary backgrounds are more important for early-career talent than deep, specialized skillsets, with 65% of HR professionals in India reflecting this shift.

In addition, 91% of organisations in India place greater value on AI skills for non-technical roles, signalling a broader redefinition of what “job-ready” talent looks like.

Demand for AI Skills Is Rising, but Readiness Is Uneven

• 91% of HR professionals report increased employee demand for AI training over the past 12 months.
• 60% say their L&D programmes cannot keep pace with how quickly AI is transforming jobs, with India reporting a similar challenge at 63%.
• 54% of HR professionals say their organizations proactively arrange AI upskilling in anticipation of future roles evolving, while 46% say their organizations are not proactively arranging this training.

At the same time, India shows relative strength in how organisations are approaching learning:

• 63% of organisations in India have allotted time for AI training, higher than the U.S. (49%).

However, 61% of organisations in India report challenges finding the right talent, reflecting the pace at which skill requirements are evolving.

Middle Managers Are Critical to AI Adoption

• 95% of HR leaders say middle managers are critical to ensuring employees use AI effectively.
• 92% say middle managers play a crucial role in redefining job roles as AI reshapes day-to-day work.

Leadership Statements

Rajesh Varrier, President – Global Operations and Chairman & Managing Director, Cognizant India, said, India is at the forefront of how AI is transforming entry-level work, with organizations already embedding AI into day-to-day operations at scale. We are seeing a fundamental redesign of roles, where early-career talent is expected to work alongside AI and focus on higher-value outcomes.

AI is reshaping the talent landscape and exposing the limits of traditional talent and learning models,” said Kathy Diaz, Chief People Officer, Cognizant.

The new findings build on Cognizant’s earlier New Work, New World 2026 study, which found that AI is already impacting 93% of jobs, underscoring the urgency for employers to prepare for changing role expectations. Cognizant sees early-career talent as increasingly important in an AI-enabled workforce. After hiring 20,000 fresh graduates in 2025, the company expects to exceed that number in 2026, reflecting its continued investment in early-career talent and skill development as work evolves.

As work evolves, the most successful organizations will focus less on replacing tasks and more on building the capabilities that help humans and AI work together. That starts with early-career talent, said Ali Bebo, Chief Human Resources Officer, Pearson.

Through their partnership, Cognizant and Pearson are working together to help recent graduates, apprentices and mid-career professionals build skills in AI, cloud and digital technologies. Pearson supports Cognizant’s existing workforce development programs, including Synapse and its Immersive Learning Center in Chennai, to help create stronger development paths for the workforce.

Methodology

Cognizant and Pearson commissioned independent market research conducted by Wakefield Research in three markets: the US, UK and India, between March 23 and April 3, 2026, using an email invitation and an online survey among 750 HR professionals.

About Cognizant

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is an AI builder and technology services provider, building full-stack AI solutions for clients. See how at www.cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

About Pearson

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. Visit us at plc.pearson.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes statements that may constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

India Showcases Innovation at Europe’s Biggest Tech Fest

Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the India Pavilion at VivaTech 2026 in Paris, marking India’s role as the Official AI Partner Country at Europe’s largest technology and innovation event. The pavilion highlights India’s leadership in AI, digital innovation, and startup ecosystems, while strengthening India–France collaboration in technology and sustainable growth.

VivaTech is known for spotlighting cutting‑edge startups, global tech leaders, and breakthrough innovations, so India’s presence there signals both confidence and ambition in expanding its innovation footprint globally.

This move also reinforces India’s strategy of connecting its DeepTech ecosystem with international investors, industry partners, and research networks — much like what we saw at Bharat Innovates 2026. It’s not just about showcasing technology; it’s about building cross‑border partnerships and positioning India as a global hub for innovation.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal Inaugurates India Pavilion at VivaTech 2026

India’s Strategic Presence at VivaTech 2026

• Official Partner Country: India was named France’s Official AI Partner Country at VivaTech 2026, underscoring its global leadership in artificial intelligence and digital innovation.
• Theme – Tech for Humanity: The India Pavilion showcased technology designed to empower citizens, drive inclusion, and solve challenges at scale, reflecting India’s vision of human‑centric innovation.
• Largest National Pavilion: India’s pavilion was among the largest at the event, featuring startups, unicorns, ministries like DPIIT and MeitY, and industry leaders across AI, SpaceTech, HealthTech, ClimateTech, and cybersecurity.

Key Highlights from the Inauguration

• Ministerial Engagements: Piyush Goyal met global leaders, including L’Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus, to explore collaborations in beauty‑tech innovation, skill development, and manufacturing under Make in India.
• India–France Partnership: Alongside French Minister Anne Le Hénanff, Goyal reaffirmed the India–France Year of Innovation 2026, emphasizing cooperation in AI, digital resilience, and sustainable technology.
• Vision of MANAV AI: Goyal introduced India’s concept of “MANAV” — ethical, accountable, inclusive, and trustworthy AI — positioning India as a hub for responsible AI talent and advanced technologies.

Why This Matters

• Global Innovation Hub: India’s participation signals its ambition to be a preferred destination for innovation, manufacturing, and investment.
• Startup Ecosystem Showcase: The pavilion highlighted India’s vibrant startup culture, rapidly expanding digital economy, and deep‑tech advancements.
• Strengthened Bilateral Ties: The India–France partnership in AI and technology is set to create new opportunities for startups, universities, and research institutions.

Looking Ahead

• India’s presence at VivaTech 2026 is more than symbolic — it is a strategic move to attract global investments, promote technology exports, and foster international partnerships.
• With its young talent pool, strong digital infrastructure, and commitment to ethical AI, India is positioning itself as a global leader in innovation for humanity’s benefit.

The inaugural ceremony brought together key voices from the global innovation ecosystem, with inspiring remarks from Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Government of India; Ms Anne Le Hénanff, Digital Minister of France; Professor Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser, Government of India; Mr Nicolas Douchement

Chief Business and Experience Officer, VivaTech; along with the welcome address by Amb. Jawed Ashraf, Chairman, India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO).

Hexaware to Invest £25 Million in UK Expansion, Creating 1,200 Jobs in AI, Digital Services, and Quantum Computing

• New R&D centers in Manchester and Leeds, expanded delivery center in Birmingham, recognized by the UK Government at the G7 Summit

Hexaware Technologies (NSE: HEXT), a global provider of IT solutions and services, plans to invest £25 million to expand its UK operations, a move expected to create around 1,200 jobs across Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham over the next three to five years.

Hexaware’s investment plan was among those the UK Government announced at the G7 Summit on June 16, 2026, as part of a wider set of international commitments to its AI and clean energy agenda. The company will expand its delivery center in Birmingham and establish R&D centers in Manchester and Leeds. The investment will accelerate innovation at scale across new and emerging technologies, including AI, digital services, and quantum computing, with a focus on developing local talent, advancing research, and driving modernization in citizen and public services.

R. Srikrishna, CEO & Executive Director, Hexaware, said, “Hexaware has worked alongside businesses in the UK for more than three decades. We have very high ambitions for our growth, creating impact in the UK and proudly supporting the Government’s inclusive vision for AI. Our investments are focused on developing young talent, working with unique published datasets, and collaborating with government at all levels across the country to create a positive impact for the citizens of the UK. These investments in AI research, digital innovation for citizen services, and talent incubation will create meaningful social impact while fueling and accelerating the UK’s long-term economic growth.”

Parameshwaran (Param) Iyer, Executive Vice President, Head – UK and Europe, Hexaware, said, “The UK is one of our fastest-growing markets, and this investment reflects the confidence our clients and the UK Government place in Hexaware. Our UK clients are moving fast on AI, and having research and delivery talent on the ground here means we can build with them rather than for them.”

The UK is Hexaware’s second-largest global market and its fastest-growing geography, where the company opened its UK headquarters in London’s Canary Wharf in 2025.

LVL Zero Spotlight: India’s Emerging Game Studios Are Building Some of Its Biggest Creative Ambitions

• Solo founders, three-person teams, and deeply personal stories are shaping a new generation of Indian game development

India's gaming industry is often discussed through the lens of scale - millions of players, growing revenues, and expanding esports ecosystems. But behind this growth, a quieter movement is taking shape. Across the country, a new generation of independent developers is building original games with tiny teams, deeply personal creative visions, and global ambitions.

Among the startups selected for the inaugural cohort of LVL Zero, India's first gaming incubator backed by MIXI Global Investments, Nazara Technologies, and Chimera VC, are three studios that represent this emerging wave of creator-led game development: Prescription Studios, Rudrac Games, and KALP Studio.

Despite operating with lean teams and limited resources, each studio is building games that prioritize emotion, storytelling, and meaningful player experiences which is demonstrating how Indian game development is increasingly moving beyond scale and toward creative identity.

Building Worlds from Personal Passion

For Vignesh Sathyamoorthy, founder of Prescription Studios, game development began with a lifelong fascination for the medium.

Growing up on titles such as Mario, Contra, and later modern classics, games became both inspiration and refuge. That passion ultimately led him to create The Misadventures of Spaceman Biff, a narrative-driven 2D rage platformer that combines demanding gameplay with humour and storytelling. Built largely as a solo effort, the project required Vignesh to expand beyond programming and teach himself pixel art while balancing development alongside a full-time job.

"I've always dreamt of contributing to this medium in some way. Games have been with me through both the good times and the difficult ones, and creating my own felt like the natural path," he said.

His long-term vision extends beyond a single title, with ambitions to build a studio known for narrative-rich experiences across multiple genres.

One Developer, One Vision

For Venkatesh Muskam, founder of Rudrac Games, game development started unexpectedly during his biotechnology degree.

After discovering a game development course and building his first project, he realized he wanted to become what he describes as a "world creator" - someone capable of building entire universes from imagination.

That ambition evolved into Twin Flames, a cooperative puzzle adventure inspired by themes of duality, connection, and emotional storytelling. Drawing inspiration from the story of Savitri and Satyavan, the game reimagines ideas of companionship and partnership through interactive gameplay. Building the project alone required years of persistence, multiple rewrites, freelance work to fund development, and long stretches of uncertainty. The project eventually gained industry recognition by winning Best Indie Game Design at IGDC 2025, providing validation for years of effort.

"The vision is simple but meaningful. I want people to play together and feel more connected to each other by the end of the experience," Muskam explained.

Telling Stories Through Everyday Life

While many games focus on fantasy worlds, action, or high-stakes adventures, KALP Studio is taking a different approach.

Founded by Rishabh Raj, Mannat Jain, and Akshat Sinha, the studio is building Raahi, a narrative-driven experience set in 1990s Goa where players step into the role of an auto-rickshaw driver navigating everyday interactions and human stories. The project is rooted in a belief that games can help people slow down and connect more deeply with places, memories, and emotions.

"Most games are about power, speed, or saving the world. Raahi is about being present. We want players to remember the people they met and the emotions they felt rather than just objectives they completed," said the team.

Drawing inspiration from narrative experiences such as Firewatch, Gris, and What Remains of Edith Finch, KALP represents a growing category of Indian studios focused on emotionally resonant storytelling rather than traditional genre conventions.
A New Phase for Indian Game Development

The journeys of Prescription Studios, Rudrac Games, and KALP Studio highlight a broader shift taking place within India's gaming ecosystem.

Unlike previous generations that largely focused on outsourcing, service work, or mobile-first development, many emerging studios are now building original intellectual property with global audiences in mind. These teams are leveraging modern development tools, digital distribution platforms, and community-driven ecosystems to compete internationally despite operating with small teams.

For many founders, the opportunity today is not simply to make games in India, but to create products that can stand alongside globally recognized independent titles.