AI Assistants in Indian Consumer Devices Pose Hidden Risks to SMEs
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India’s defense start‑ups build affordable autonomous swarms and coastal radar systems
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AI Assistants in Indian Consumer Devices Pose Hidden Risks to SMEs
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