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Navigation and Money :  D iscovering the Revenue Streams of Google Maps Google maps with over a billion users monthly, 5 million active apps using 20 petabytes of data is considered synonymous to World Maps.  Google earns nearly 279 billion dollars annually , in which Ad Revenue accounts to more than 81% . Maps generates about 3 Billion dollars, so come let's explore how a free to use app manages to make money.  Ads Sense Google charges companies to advertise while the companies get the benefit of brand exposure to the millions of people that use Google products Along the right side of the search results screen are a number of small advertisements for Boston-based businesses, hotels, restaurants, and links to other sites selling hard-copy maps of the city. This type of paid advertising is the primary way in which Google earns its revenue. Business Listings Google offers businesses the option to showcase their distinctive logos on maps in lieu of generic icons, provided they pay a f

The IPL business model is exclusive fusion of cricket, entertainment, and marketing strategies. The league employs a franchise model with ten teams, each representing a distinct Indian city, engaging in competition. Privately owned franchises operate under a revenue-sharing structure. The league garners income from diverse channels, including broadcasting rights, sponsorships, merchandise sales, player auctions, and endorsements.                 The Indian Premier League stands as an unyielding fortress amid the tempests of soaring inflation, the global pandemic's relentless grip, and the surge of interest rates. Following the crescendo of the recently-concluded media rights auction, prepare for a veritable downpour of wealth cascading upon its franchises. Come Lets discuss how IPL capitalizes on the Magic formula of Entertainment and Cricket to allure attention of millions and pulse out money from them.  Media Rights  The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will walk home

The most important anchorage to our self-identity throughout life remains our own name Research indicates that within 1/10th of a second, individuals form initial impressions based on facial and physical attributes. This blog explores the profound influence of names on various aspects of life, including career, relationships, and personal development. Come lets figure out the entire stuff in front , behind and between the lines. The Cultural Significance of Names Names, deeply rooted in cultural contexts, hold immense importance. The aftermath of the 9/11 terror attack in America revealed biases against individuals with Arabic-sounding names, showcasing how cultural perceptions affect opportunities. Star - Name Relationship     In ancient times, names were given based on the baby’s birth star, which was believed to have a significant impact on their life. Aarav means “peaceful,” while the name Aadhya means “first power.” The Religion Nomenclature Indian names are also influenced by rel

What is Refresh Rate ? If you imagine screen as a person, refresh rate is the number of times he blinks , to refresh the contents. You can also imagine it as a flipbook **0m*ore the drawings associated to with it smoother it seems. Hz is the enchanting metric by which Refresh rate and generally old phones have 60 Hz . Why High Refresh Rate ?   A higher refresh rate is nothing short of a lifeline in the gaming world. It's your secret weapon, your guardian angel, your extra set of eyes in the digital realm. With every increase in Hertz, it's as if time itself becomes a plaything, gifting you those precious milliseconds to react, to dodge, to strike. It's the fine line between life and death, the split-second decision that can change the course of your virtual destiny. The higher the refresh rate, the screen metamorphoses into a boundless ocean of fluidity, a symphony of dynamic visuals, and a responsive canvas of pure dynamic frame.  Problem with Higher Refresh Rate ... But t

                     An Indian by heart with a metallic exoskeleton took a ambitious leap on September 2 at 11:50 from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh with a vision of exploring the Sun and its flaky skin.             Aditya L1 , India's first space - based solar observatory housed with seven payloads ( instruments ) successfully embarked on its journey towards the void from second launch pad of Satish Dhawan Space Centre in AP.              Aditya L1 is aiming to reach at the L1 ( Langrage 1 ) , where it is going to observe the dynamics of Sun's Chromosphere and Corona , study the physics behind partially ionized plasma and Coronal Mass Ejections    ( CMEs ) and comprehend on space weather and origin , composition and dynamics of solar wind. $ Langrage.....These are positions in space where gravitational forces of a two body systems like the Sun and Earth produce a kind of cushion region which significantly reduce the Spacecraft Fuel consumption.             A micro-idea with a

" We have poverty, overpopulation, unemployment , climate change , discrimination and many more, but this Government is spending money on space toys " - A common critic from space atheists after Chandrayaan 3 Launch on July 14.  Come Lets Discover whether Space research is really worth it !! ISRO doesn't eat a lot of Money                            India's 2023 Space Budget is 12500 Cr , which on a raw scale might look mammoth but its only 0.8 % of the total budget ! Our Postal services consume 36000 Cr to make their obsolete machinery run.... Spinoff Technologies       ISRO invests on cutting edge technologies for the Space Exploration , which would spark off accidental inventions solving a real life problem pestering the society. It would also give a competitive edge in the Innovation front on a global stage.        Solar cells , Structural analysis software and Barcodes were initially developed with technical assistance and data from NASA.           So investing o