Basecamp Research’s $60M AI Model Aims to Decode Language of DNA
Artificial intelligence (AI) is often playing in the world of language and amid such a scenario a London-based startup Basecamp Research is charting a unique course. It has lately secured $60 million funding and is developing an AI model that could revolutionize the interaction with biology as well as biodiversity. Co-founder and CEO Glen Gowers […]
AI Startup Founders Innovate with Multiple Models and Modern Talent Needs
Founders of AI startups are at the helm of a transformation and building from the ground up with a distinctly “AI-native” mindset. A recent survey by Costanoa Ventures reveals that they are utilizing multiple foundational models and also adapting to the fast-evolving AI ecosystem with unique strategies for talent as well as product development. More […]
Ex-BharatPe Exec’s Jivi Aims to Democratize Medical Access
The Indian healthcare system has long strained under the weight of its immense population with its chronic shortages and inequities. A mere 0.7 doctors per 1,000 people reflects a severe shortage compared to the recommendation of World Health Organization that is 2.5 per 1,000. Public healthcare remains affordable but is inaccessible to many due to […]
Miro’s Cost-Cutting Moves Reflect New Era for Niche Software Startups
Digital collaboration platform Miro has announced to lay off around 18% of its workforce and this is to impact a total of 275 employees. The startup was once a shining star in the remote work revolution segment and the latest cutbacks reflect a tough reality for niche software companies that surged during the pandemic. Miro […]
Earth-Observation Startup Matter Intelligence Raises $12M
Los Angeles-based Earth-observation startup Matter Intelligence lately raised $12 million seed fund led by prominent investors like Lowercarbon Capital, Toyota Ventures, Pear VC, Mark Cuban and E2MC. Its main goal is to redefine Earth observation with a unique sensor suite designed for satellites, drones and aircraft. The sensor suite of Matter Intelligence is equipped with […]
How Pune Startup Universal Tribes is Reclaiming Mahua’s Cultural Value
Visitors were lately treated to an unexpected twist in a Diwali Mela in Pune. They were offered laddoos made from mahua, which is basically a plant known for producing alcohol and is integral to India’s tribal culture. Universal Tribes founder Rajat Raghatwan is determined to break the stereotype and highlight deeper cultural and nutritional values […]
Goa Startup Yatra 2024 Concludes, Showcasing Power of Youth Innovation
Goa Startup Yatra Bootcamp 2024 has concluded and once again showcased the entrepreneurial energy bubbling among student community in the state. The two-day event was organized by the Startup and IT Promotion Cell under the Department of Information Technology, Electronics, and Communications, Government of Goa. The event was designed to guide student entrepreneurs through the […]
Ethics of AI in Trading: Striking a Balance Between Automation and Human Oversight
With the recent introduction of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the financial markets, we are standing at the cusp of a new era, bringing with it immense excitement and debate. With the power to analyse great amounts of data and execute trades and unprecedented speeds, AI has already started changing people’s perception of the […]
Why Startups Need Law Enforcement as Partners, Not Adversaries
This is a fast-moving world of Web3 and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). The involvement of law enforcement agencies (LEAs) is increasingly shaping the startup arena. The agencies are responsible for enforcing regulations, upholding market integrity and also shielding consumers from fraud. LEAs have a duty to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, combat […]
Data Engineering and Generative AI in Health and Pharma
Healthcare is on the verge of profound change. Traditional approaches to patient care that offer one-size-fits-all solutions are gradually giving way to precision medicine—an individualized treatment approach tailored to an individual’s genetic formation, environmental factors, and lifestyle preferences, which has proven to significantly improve health outcomes. At the core of this revolution lies an unprecedented […]