The Con Cast
We share a collective vision for our community. Being a magazine, we transcend beyond words and pictures on a printed paper. We are a collective voice bringing out our inner Gen-Z and small hints of our boldness are already seen in print edition, and now this Con cast. Siliconeer wasn’t born for the glam, or the hype, or the clicks. It was born for the crazy ones. The misfits. The future thinkers and feelers. It’s created for the next generation — the ones who dare to question, create, and dream beyond. Siliconeer is for the souls too full for small talk. We speak to the ones lost in the digital noise, offering light, honesty, and hope. We address the elephants in the room and open space for innovation — even when it’s messy. Siliconeer is for the ones who believe they can change the world. Maybe we can. Maybe we already are.
Episodes
The X5 celebrates 25 years of defining luxury European SUVs. After losing its way for a few years, has BMW finally delivered the ultimate driving machine we’ve been waiting for? Automotive enthusiasts Vansh Gupta and Janam Gupta find out if this nearly six-figure SUV deserves your hard-earned cash.
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Imagine having the Indian flag being represented by bold flavors on a plate. Three distinct marinades create India’s tricolor flag with his showstopping appetizer. Creamy malai, vibrant hariyali, and classic tikka flavors join to create one stunning dish. Aspiring chef, Janam Gupta flaunts his cooking skills with a dish that does justice to the Indian flag.
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Technology is present everywhere in our daily lives; however, its application varies significantly from one country to another. Japan and the United States are two of the world's most technologically advanced nations, but their technology habits and preferences are remarkably different, writes Dharani Purushotham.
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When most people think of holograms, they think of the 3D calling system from Star Wars or the holograms on credit cards used to deter counterfeiting. What may be a surprise is just how essential the technology for making holograms is to neuroscience. It may seem like there’s very little relation between creating a 3D projected image with some lighting trickery and studying the way our brains give rise to behavior. The two have bec...
SF Design Week was full of creatives, connection, and unexpected wins. Over six action-packed days, volunteering, sharing daily takeaways on Linkedin helped gain valuable design insights and new connections, a special shoutout, and an award from Design Bay Area. Hannah Scherer shares her unforgettable experience at SF Design Week.
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What if life as we know it isn’t real? Simulation Theory proposes that our universe could be a hyper-advanced digital construct created by a higher intelligence. Samara Kothari dives into the science and eerie evidence suggesting we might be the code, not the coders.
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It goes without saying that Indian Americans have come a very long way in the last few decades. Many Fortune 500 CEOs are Indian Americans. The top innovators and researchers around the globe are of Indian/Asian origin. The community isn’t tied or held back by old and primitive thought processes. We have come far. We long for more and we expect more. We have elevated ourselves as people, and Americans need to accept that. In fact, ...
Immigrant-founded companies generate $8.6 trillion in revenue annually. Nearly half of Fortune 500 companies—46%—were founded by immigrants or their children. Yet somehow, Wall Street continues to chase mythical "average users" while completely ignoring the ethnic communities reshaping American consumer behavior. While tech bros debate AI alignment, Vansh Gupta highlights the brewing industry of ethnic-oriented businesses...
After years away, my mother Sindhu returned to her family’s mango orchard in rural south India – a place once filled with laughter, love, and a tree she called her own. But home didn’t feel like it used to. Though the land was unchanged, she was no longer the girl who had once loved it with all her heart, writes Sahana Nagandla.
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Tesla stocks rode turbulently. The Cybertruck is deemed a failure. Vehicles are sitting at the lots. Blue America hated Elon for his love for Trump. The new Model Y seems to be the much needed ‘Hail Mary,’ write automotive enthusiasts Vansh Gupta and Janam Gupta.
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Charlie Chaplin’s bowler hat, vintage automobiles, artisan ice cream, and LEGO displays… Fremont’s historic Niles District is a lot more than a Silicon Valley suburbs. A mere fifteen minutes from the gigantic Tesla factory, this charming enclave offers a glimpse into California’s forgotten film history, writes Vansh Gupta.
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There is never a wrong time for cake, especially when served with a desi twist. This marriage between an Indian delicacy and the beloved birthday staple will have your guests running for seconds, maybe even thirds, writes Prachi Agrawal.
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President Trump’s sweeping cuts to research funding and restrictions on international students aren’t just trimming waste, they’re demolishing America’s innovation engine. With $2.7 billion in research frozen, universities like Harvard and MIT scrambling, and top global talent fleeing to competitors, these policies threaten the very foundation of U.S. scientific leadership. From cancer research to AI breakthroughs, America risks lo...
Feeling happy shouldn’t be complicated. Yet, here we are scrolling through perfect lives, stressing about grades, and wondering why some days feel amazing while others feel totally flat. The good news? Science has the formula for happiness. It’s actually easy, writes Dharani Purushotham.
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We’ve all taken the classic English class. You know the one where we’re asked to write those “boring” poems, short stories, and five-paragraph essays. For many, it ends there because it’s just another grade, another assignment. But stay for the ride and somewhere between the forced metaphors and the scribbled margins, you realize that writing becomes more than just words on a page. Gen-Z Contributor Khushi Mehta shares her journey ...
Welcome to a special mid-2025 edition of Siliconeer, where we're taking the pulse of our South Asian Silicon Valley community during what's been quite the year. While the world feels like a suspense movie with presidential drama, funding cuts, and mixed signals everywhere, our community remains locked in and optimistic about tomorrow.
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In our last issue, AI told us “the smartphone is stupid.” After attending the WWDC 2025, and witnessing Google, Meta, and the Ive-Altman collaboration unfold, we’re realizing a theme behind this. There are two different approaches to innovation right now. One optimizes what we have while the other questions whether we should have it at all, write Siliconeer Editors Vansh Gupta and Janam Gupta.
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Behind the dazzling movements and expressive storytelling of Bollywood dance lies a deeper truth. As students master intricate choreography, they unknowingly build character traits that will serve them throughout life writes Sindhu Karanam.
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Over 600 students from grades 4-12 competed in the 38th Annual Tech Challenge Final Showcase, building gravity-powered devices that could navigate multiple tracks while carrying a tennis ball payload. The challenge emphasized creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and perseverance, showcasing the students’engineering skills and problem-solving abilities.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) makes headlines, but the Cloud remains its backbone. Nutanix Engineer, Hardik Ruparel, explores how Cloud Infrastructure powers AI applications, addresses sustainability challenges, and creates opportunities for students.
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