Thiruvananthapuram Startup Engagespot Selected for Techstars NYC, Boosts Global Expansion
Thiruvananthapuram-based startup Engagespot has lately secured a prestigious place in the Techstars New York City Accelerator Program. It is selected as one of only 12 startups from around the world. Its journey marks a milestone for the Indian tech scene and particularly for Kerala. The core mission of Engagespot is to streamline user notifications across […]
Odisha-Based Bon V Aero Launches Fully Autonomous Drone Service Air Orca
Odisha-based startup Bon V Aero has introduced a fully autonomous logistics drone Air Orca and is set to redefine transportation in hard-to-reach areas. The launch event was held in Bhubaneswar and was attended by venture capitalist Tim Draper. Air Orca represents a vision of tackling India’s unique challenges with homegrown solutions. CEO Satyabrata Sathapathy emphasized […]
Apple Sets Up Apple Operations India, Its First Direct R&D Entity in the Country
Apple’s decision to establish Apple Operations India is a strategic expansion. Its first R&D subsidiary in the country will focus on research, design, testing and supporting local manufacturing. Apple has largely concentrated its R&D efforts in the U.S., China, Germany and Israel. The move reveals Apple’s growing commitment to India as a market and also […]
Nivesh Strengthens Wealth Management Portfolio with Wealthzi Acquisition
Nivesh has acquired wealth management platform Wealthzi and it is another step in India’s evolving wealth management segment. The acquisition is a gesture for the expansion for Nivesh and it is an entry into the advisory arena. It opens doors to high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) who seek more personalized financial guidance. It is an acquisition of […]
Thesys Secures $4M Funding to Revolutionize AI-Powered User Experience in India
Bengaluru-based Thesys has secured $4 million (INR 33.7 crore) in seed funding led by Together Fund simultaneously participated with 8vc. The funding is to fuel ambitious vision of Thesys to redefine user experience through its “Generative UI” platform. Thesys was founded by Rabi Shanker Guha and Parikshit Deshmukh. Its Generative UI platform is highly promising […]
Nexstem Raises $3.5M to Transform Neurotechnology with Brain-Computer Interfaces
Bengaluru-based startup Nexstem has secured $3.5 million in a funding round led by InfoEdge, Zupee, Smile Group, Gruhas and more prominent investors. The funding highlights investor confidence in the ambitious vision of Nexstem and also signals a growing belief in the transformative potential of Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) technology. Nextem was founded by Siddhant Dangi and […]
MOSart Labs, IIT Bhubaneswar Signs MOU for Chip Design Diploma
MOSart Labs and IIT Bhubaneswar are setting a milestone in India’s semiconductor education segment by launching a specialized Professional Diploma Program in Semiconductor Technology and Chip Design. The MoU was signed on November 5, 2024, and it is being seen as a strategic push to bridge the skills gap in the semiconductor sector of the […]
AI and Sustainability Leads Path in 2024’s Most-Funded Startup Industries
A couple of industries are leading the path in 2024 in attracting startup funding and seems these are sure to shape economy of tomorrow. The fresh investments into sectors like artificial intelligence (AI), fintech, healthtech and agritech reflects a focus on innovation and economic evolution. AI is the standout equipped with more than $24 billion […]
Next-Gen and Gen AI Solutions Will Pave New Era of Intelligent Digital Advancements
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has always been at the leading edge of technological innovation. With the rise of Generative AI (Gen AI) and Next-Gen solutions, the world is experiencing a paradigm shift in the way AI systems work and can provide value. This new wave of technology is laying the groundwork for more intuitive and intelligent […]
Bhanzu’s Rs 140 Crore Funding Round Marks New Wave in India’s Edtech Scene
India’s edtech sector had a tough year in 2023 and now the interest of investors seems cautiously returning. Math learning startup Bhanzu is on the verge of raising Rs 130-140 crore ($16-$17 million) from Epiq Capital, Z3Partners and a couple of more backers. The deal would elevate its valuation to around $115-120 million and it […]