InMobi Prepares for IPO with Fresh Capital Injection
InMobi, India’s pioneering adtech unicorn backed by SoftBank, has secured $100 million in debt funding as it gears up for its much-anticipated initial public offering (IPO). The funding round marks a significant step for the Singapore-headquartered company as it looks to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and explore…
PhonePe Expands UPI Payment Options for Indian Travelers
In a significant move to enhance convenience for Indian travelers, PhonePe, a leading UPI payments platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Liquid Group, a fintech leader in digital cross-border payment solutions. This collaboration aims to expand PhonePe’s merchant acceptance network in Singapore, a popular destination for…
Zippee, the Delhi-based same-day delivery startup, is gearing up for its largest funding round yet, aiming to raise Rs 22-25 crore. This round is expected to be led by London-based private equity investor C&C Alpha, with participation from both new and existing investors. Following this funding, Zippee’s valuation is projected to soar to approximately Rs 180 crore, up from around Rs 100 crore.
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Crafting a Community: An Exclusive Interview with Priyanka Khanna, the Visionary Behind Krafty Hands
In today’s digital world, where screens dominate our time, there’s something uniquely fulfilling about making something with your hands. The arts and crafts sector, once just a pastime, has emerged as a powerful force for nurturing creativity, mental health, and community engagement. In this context, Priyanka Khanna has transformed her small crafting business into a thriving franchise that…
Indusbridge Ventures (IBV), an India-based investor specializing in dual-use and defense technology sectors, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with FedTech, a US-based deeptech venture builder. Together, they will launch the India to America (I2A) programme, known as the ‘I2A Launchpad,’ aimed at boosting Indian startups in the dual-use technology sector.
This pioneering initiative is…
Playbook Partners Secures $130 Million in Initial Close, Targets $250 Million with Green Shoe Option
Playbook Partners, a Growth Capital (GC) firm, has successfully raised over $130 million in its first close within just four months. This significant capital influx comes from a diverse group of global investors spanning Europe, the US, the Middle East, and India.
With the green shoe option available, Playbook Partners aims to expand the fund to a total of $250 million. The firm plans to invest in…
Cylib, a promising startup backed by luxury sports car manufacturer Porsche and appliance giant Bosch, is set to revolutionize battery recycling in Europe with a new, expansive facility in Germany. The new plant, located in Dormagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, will cover 236,000 square feet and aims to recycle up to 30,000 metric tons of end-of-life batteries annually. This will make it the largest…
In a remarkable display of financial prowess, Deepinder Goyal, the CEO of Zomato, has secured his place as Gurugram’s second-richest individual, according to the latest Hurun India Rich List 2024. Goyal’s wealth has soared to an impressive Rs 9,300 crore (approximately $1.1 billion), placing him among the elite group of 23 people in the city with a net worth exceeding Rs 1,000 crore.
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In a significant boost to India’s domestic manufacturing sector, Dixon Technologies has secured a major contract from American tech giant HP to produce laptops and desktops. This move aligns with the Indian government’s ongoing efforts to enhance local production through the ‘Make in India’ initiative and capitalize on the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for IT hardware.
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The United States and India have embarked on a significant partnership to enhance the global semiconductor supply chain, marking a crucial development in their technology collaboration. The US Department of State will work alongside India’s Semiconductor Mission, which falls under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), to expand and diversify the semiconductor ecosystem.
