Why Everyone in AI Security Is Talking About Operant AI’s MCP Gateway
As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes industries worldwide, the security risks tied to these smart systems are skyrocketing. Enter Operant AI, the cybersecurity company behind the popular AI Gatekeeper platform, now making waves with its latest launch: the MCP Gateway.
This isn’t just another security tool. MCP Gateway…
NBFC Techfino Bags Fresh Capital to Expand MSME Lending in Tier 2 & 3 India
Bengaluru-based Techfino, a non-banking financial company (NBFC), has raised Rs 65 crore in equity funding in a round led by Stellaris Venture Partners and Saison Capital, the venture arm of Tokyo-listed Credit Saison.
Founded in 2019, the fintech-focused lender will use the new capital to expand its branch-led secured…
A Big Win Before the Big Leap
Urban Company, one of India’s most popular home services platforms, has pulled off a major turnaround. The company has reported a net profit of Rs 240 crore in FY25, swinging into the black for the first time as it gears up for its long-awaited IPO.
Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Gurugram, Urban Company saw its operating revenue jump by 38.2% year-on-year to…
Former Ola executive Varun Dubey has swapped the ride-sharing world for the medical field—and he’s aiming big. His new venture, Superhealth Hospitals Pvt Ltd, based in Bengaluru, is planning a string of cozy, patient-first hospitals. What’s behind this ambitious pivot? Let’s break it down.
From Marketing Maverick to Healthcare Disruptor
Ola CMO ➝ Healthcare PioneerVarun Dubey was the…
In today’s evolving financial environment, your credit score is more than just a number—it’s your personal financial identity. Across India, this score is increasingly being used not only by banks and lenders, but also by employers, landlords, and insurers as part of their background verification process. Whether you’re applying for a job, renting a house, or seeking a loan, your credit…
WhatsApp’s Biggest Money Move Ever: Ads, Paid Subscriptions, and Promoted Channels Are Coming
WhatsApp — the world’s most popular messaging app with 1.5 billion daily users — is shaking things up in a big way. Meta, the parent company, is rolling out ads inside WhatsApp’s “Updates” tab for the first time ever, alongside paid subscriptions and ways for creators and businesses to…
Razorpay’s $30 Million Investment in POP Signals a Huge Shift in How India Pays and Shops
In one of the boldest moves in India’s fintech space this year, Razorpay has just invested a whopping $30 million in the Bengaluru-based startup POP — a fast-growing consumer rewards and payments platform.
This isn’t just another funding headline. It marks Razorpay’s big leap beyond payments into a…
Umesh Bude Goes from SVP to CTO at Pocket Entertainment — And the Industry Is Buzzing About What Comes Next
In a bold move that could reshape how we experience stories, Pocket Entertainment — the company behind Pocket FM, Pocket Toons, and Pocket Novel — has just promoted Umesh Bude to Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
And this isn’t just a title change. It’s a clear bet on the future of…
From Early Hustler to Co-founder: Aman Jain’s Journey at GyanDhan Is the Stuff of Startup Dreams
Not every startup story has a plot twist like this. In an exciting leadership shake-up, GyanDhan, one of India’s leading education financing platforms, has officially elevated Aman Jain to Co-founder status — and it’s a move that insiders say was a long time coming.
Jain, who joined the company…
Honasa Consumer Brings in IIM-L Alumnus Yatish Bhargava to Lead Business Ops — And It Could Signal a Bold New Era for Mamaearth and Beyond
In a major move that could reshape India’s beauty and personal care space, Honasa Consumer, the parent company behind top brands like Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, and BBlunt, has appointed Yatish Bhargava as its new Chief Business Officer (CBO) —…
