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Spain Opens 5-Year Work & Residency Pathway for Indian Professionals and Digital Nomads

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Spain has introduced a more accessible and streamlined pathway for Indian professionals, freelancers, and remote workers to live and work in the country for up to five years, marking a significant opportunity for global career mobility and lifestyle growth.

Through updates to its Digital Nomad Visa and recent labour reforms, eligible Indian applicants can now obtain an initial residency permit of up to three years, which can be extended to a total of five years. The move aligns with Spain’s broader strategy to attract global talent and boost innovation across key sectors.

The visa is specifically aimed at highly-skilled professionals, freelancers, and remote employees who work for companies or clients outside Spain. Applicants must demonstrate a minimum monthly income of €2,760, ensuring financial stability while living in the country.

Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa offers several advantages, including legal residency, access to healthcare, family reunification options, and the ability to work remotely while enjoying Spain’s high quality of life. With its vibrant cities, strong digital infrastructure, rich culture, and favourable climate, Spain is emerging as one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for remote professionals.

For Indian talent seeking long-term international exposure, professional growth, and a balanced lifestyle, the new visa pathway presents a compelling opportunity to build careers while living in one of Europe’s most dynamic countries.

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Reliance Jio Launches JioPC: India’s First Cloud-Powered AI-Ready Virtual Desktop

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In a major step toward making personal computing affordable and accessible for all, Reliance Jio has launched JioPC, a cutting-edge virtual desktop platform that delivers high-performance computing — without the need for physical hardware.

At just ₹400/month, JioPC offers the power of a ₹50,000+ computer by leveraging the cloud. Designed to meet the demands of India’s fast-evolving digital economy, it allows users to simply plug in their Jio Set-Top Box, connect a screen, keyboard, and mouse — and get started instantly.

What Is JioPC?

JioPC is a cloud-powered virtual desktop, requiring no CPU or expensive components. Your data, apps, and operating system run from Jio’s secure cloud infrastructure. It’s India’s first PC-as-a-Service, made for every household — students, freelancers, small businesses, and home users.

Key Features:

  • 💰 Starts at ₹400/month – No lock-in, no upfront cost
  • ⚡ Fast boot-up, always updated
  • 🔐 Virus and malware protection at the network level
  • 🧠 AI-ready with access to smart tools
  • 🎨 Includes Adobe Express – A professional-grade design & editing platform
  • ☁️ 512 GB cloud storage included
  • 📄 Microsoft Office (browser version) access
  • 🧑‍🏫 Perfect for students, creators, professionals, and small teams

Who Is It For?

JioPC is tailor-made for:

  • Students needing affordable, up-to-date learning tools
  • Small businesses and solopreneurs running daily operations
  • Remote workers seeking a secure and reliable desktop
  • Creative users leveraging tools like Adobe Express
  • Families and shared homes where one smart device serves all

How to Set Up:

  1. Power on your Jio Set-Top Box
  2. Open the JioPC app from the Apps section
  3. Connect your keyboard and mouse
  4. Sign in with your linked contact number or register
  5. Start using your new cloud computer instantly!

Why It Matters:

With JioPC, Reliance Jio aims to bridge the digital divide in India. No longer is high-performance computing limited by cost, geography, or outdated hardware. The platform is part of a broader mission to empower every Indian with next-gen technology that evolves and grows with their needs.

Availability:

JioPC is available nationwide to all existing and new JioFiber and Jio AirFiber users. New subscribers get a free 1-month trial to explore all features.

JioPC isn’t just a product. It’s a movement.
A movement toward smarter, safer, scalable computing — made in India, for India.

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Balaji Srinivasan’s “Network School” Island: A Visionary Hub for the Future of Work and Learning

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In a bold and unconventional move, Indian-origin tech entrepreneur Balaji Srinivasan has bought a private island near Singapore and transformed it into “The Network School”—a living, learning, and building space tailored for today’s digital pioneers.

Srinivasan, known for his futurist ideas and as a former CTO of Coinbase and General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, has long championed decentralized governance and startup societies through his book The Network State. With “The Network School,” he’s bringing those philosophies to life—literally—on an island.

Designed as a real-world prototype of a “Network State,” the island functions as a blended innovation campus and intentional community. It offers:

  • Start-Up Studios for builders and hackers
  • Remote Work Retreats for digital nomads and coders
  • Biohacking & Wellness Zones for fitness enthusiasts and longevity seekers
  • Education Programs for alternative thinkers and self-learners

The island emphasizes physical and digital infrastructure designed to nurture deep work, collaboration, and personal growth. From high-speed satellite internet to calisthenics rings under palm trees, every detail is curated to support a balanced high-performance lifestyle.

The venture has drawn global attention—not just from the startup world but also from futurists, educators, and urban planners eager to see how such an environment could redefine how we live, learn, and create.

Srinivasan calls it a “prototype of a parallel society”—and possibly a glimpse into what future decentralized nations might look like.

As global debates around remote work, education reform, and digital citizenship heat up, The Network School island stands as a bold, tangible experiment in living differently.