SCOPE, an exclusive networking platform for startups, has announced the establishment of a USD 45 million venture capital fund dedicated to driving innovation in the rapidly evolving fintech and gaming sectors. This strategic move underscores SCOPE’s dedication to fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth within the startup community. Focusing on Innovation The newly launched venture capital […]

One of the standout moments from Season 1 of Shark Tank India was the presentation of Navel Fukai, aka the Belly Button Shaper, a rather peculiar product that failed to garner support from the panel. In Season 2, a similar fate befell SAS Fat to Slim, a weight-loss startup that faced unanimous criticism from the […]

In his annual reflections note for 2022-23, Kumar Mangalam Birla, the chairman of the Aditya Birla group, emphasizes the importance of forward-thinking strategies in navigating the evolving business landscape. Birla underscores the absence of shortcuts in business building and highlights the current environment characterized by both opportunity and uncertainty. Embracing New Business Dynamics Birla acknowledges […]

Metastable Materials, a startup specializing in recycling lithium-ion batteries using advanced technology, has secured seed funding from Surge, Sequoia Capital India, and Southeast Asia’s rapid scale-up program. The funding round also involved Speciale Invest, Theia Ventures, and several individual investors, although the exact amount raised remains undisclosed. Addressing the Growing Demand for Battery Recycling As […]

The term “creator economy” surged in popularity in 2021 as creators, venture capitalists (VCs), and entrepreneurs capitalized on the thriving industry. With over 70,000 mentions online between January and September 2021, the creator economy has evolved beyond influencer marketing, attracting investments worth billions of dollars. Driving Forces Behind the Creator Economy Investments pouring into startups […]

Razorpay, a leading payments and banking platform for businesses, has acquired BillMe, a Mumbai-based startup specializing in digital invoicing and customer engagement. Established in 2018, BillMe has pioneered innovations aimed at reducing reliance on paper bills and enhancing the value proposition for merchants through digital invoicing solutions. Strengthening Market Presence With a clientele of over […]