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Amazon miniTV expands its robust content library with exciting international shows
Mumbai: Amazon miniTV has come up with its eclectic roster of international shows, offering unforgettable entertainment for July to captivate audiences. From soapy dramas to heart-pounding romances and laugh-out-loud comedy, each show will transport viewers to different corners of the world, bringing diverse cultures, emotions, settings, and adventures right to their screens. Available in original, and dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, under “miniTV Imported,” the exciting slate for this month features globally celebrated titles, including Gen Z, Almost Famous, My Deskmate, Girlfriend, and Still 17.
Delve into the secrets of traditional Chinese medicine, and explore the complexities of life, family, and health with Gen Z, or sign up for a backstage pass into the high-stakes world of the music industry with Almost Famous, showcasing the unrelenting passion and grit of aspiring artists amidst a budding love story. My Deskmate offers a delightful journey back to the innocence and camaraderie of school days, highlighting the romance between an idol and his fan girl. Girlfriend explores the quirky love life of a woman hired to pretend she has a crush on a CEO, only for it to become her reality. Lastly, Still 17 presents a tale of the rediscovery and resilience of a woman who awakens from a coma finding herself emotionally stuck in her teenage years and navigating adulthood with a newfound perspective.
Amazon miniTV head of content Amogh Dusad shared, “We are thrilled to unveil the July slate of international shows on Amazon miniTV, which underscores our commitment to meeting the growing demand for global content in local languages for free. Shows of Korean, Mandarin, and Turkish origins have struck a chord with Indian audiences for their unique storytelling and cultural richness. By presenting these international shows in Original, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, we aim to provide an immersive and inclusive viewing experience that transcends cultural boundaries and connects with viewers on a personal level.”
The international shows will stream in Original, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, exclusively on ‘Amazon miniTV Imported’ for free.
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American Express to acquire AI startup Hyper to boost automation
Deal targets expense management as AI reshapes corporate spending tools.
MUMBAI: From receipts to robots, the expense sheet is getting a brain upgrade as American Express moves to bring artificial intelligence into the heart of corporate spending. The company has announced plans to acquire Hyper, a relatively young but fast-rising startup founded in 2022 that builds AI-powered agents capable of organising expenses, generating reports, verifying compliance with budgets and policies, and nudging users with timely reminders. The deal, expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, underscores a growing shift among financial institutions to automate traditionally manual, time-heavy workflows.
Hyper counts Sam Altman among its backers, adding a layer of Silicon Valley credibility to the acquisition. While financial details remain undisclosed, the strategic intent is clear: deepen automation capabilities and sharpen American Express’s position in the competitive corporate spending ecosystem.
The two companies are not strangers. They previously collaborated in 2024 on a co-branded credit card product, suggesting that the acquisition is less a cold buy and more an extension of an existing relationship. With this move, American Express is effectively bringing that capability in-house, aiming to embed AI directly into its commercial services stack.
Chief executive Stephen Squeri had already signalled the direction of travel in a recent shareholder letter, describing AI as a “structural shift” in how businesses operate. The Hyper acquisition appears to be a direct response to that shift, particularly in expense management, where processes such as approvals, compliance checks and reporting remain ripe for automation.
Alongside the acquisition, the company is also expanding its product suite. A recently launched business credit card offers cashback and benefits at an annual fee of $295, with another card expected later this year moves that complement its broader push into commercial services.
Taken together, the strategy points to a future where managing expenses may require fewer spreadsheets and more algorithms. For American Express, the bet is simple, if businesses are rethinking how work gets done, the tools that power that work need to evolve just as quickly.
