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SoftBank greenlights $22.5B investment in OpenAI
SoftBank has approved a second installment of $22.5 billion as part of a $41 billion financing round for OpenAI, according to The Information.
India is 'cutting back completely' on Russian oil: Trump
US President Donald Trump has claimed that India is "cutting back completely" on its purchase of Russian oil, after new US sanctions were imposed on Moscow's energy sector.
Netflix India posts 63% jump in net profit to ₹85cr
Netflix's Indian arm has reported a whopping 63% increase in net profit for the fiscal year 2024-25.
X's global ad chief exits after just 10 months
John Nitti, the global head of revenue operations and advertising innovation at X, has left the company after just 10 months.
Ola Electric gets board approval to raise ₹1,500cr
Ola Electric Mobility has announced its board of directors' approval for a fundraising plan of up to ₹1,500 crore.
Your health insurance claim can be denied for this reason
When it comes to health insurance, many policyholders assume that their insurer will cover all hospital expenses after they are admitted.
From exit to expansion: India becomes BlaBlaCar's biggest market
BlaBlaCar, the long-distance carpooling service, has witnessed a remarkable turnaround in India.
How EU plans to tackle China's rare earth export restrictions
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has said that the European Union (EU) is considering all possible responses to China's recent restrictions on rare earth exports.
Curefoods gets SEBI's permission for ₹800cr IPO in India
Bengaluru-based cloud kitchen operator Curefoods has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its ₹800 crore initial public offering (IPO).
Gold prices sharply down from record highs: What's the reason?
Gold prices have witnessed a sharp decline after hitting record highs earlier this month.
Reliance, Meta partner to launch enterprise AI services in India
Reliance Industries has announced the incorporation of a new company, Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL), in partnership with Facebook's Indian arm.
These companies will launch IPOs in India next week
India's primary market is gearing up for a flurry of activity with three new public issues worth over ₹1,750 crore opening for subscription next week.
'False': LIC denies Washington Post's report on alleged Adani link
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has refuted a report by The Washington Post that claimed Indian officials proposed to invest about $3.9 billion from the state-owned insurer into Adani Group companies.
Why pilots are worried about Air India's latest scheme
Air India is planning to introduce a controversial voluntary "flexi contract model."
Lenskart is eyeing valuation of around ₹70,000cr for its IPO
Leading eyewear retailer Lenskart is gearing up for its initial public offering (IPO), targeting a post-money valuation of around ₹70,000 crore ($7.97 billion).
Why RBI and SBI economists are fighting
A war of words has erupted between economists from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and State Bank of India (SBI), India's biggest lender.
You can soon take bigger loans against shares in India
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed an increase in the loan-to-value (LTV) ceiling for loans taken against shares and debt mutual funds.
How SBI, Bank of Baroda plan to tackle fraudulent transactions
The State Bank of India (SBI) and Bank of Baroda are leading the establishment of a digital payments intelligence platform.
OpenAI invests in biosecurity start-up Valthos to counter AI threats
Valthos, a New York-based biosecurity software start-up, has received $30 million in funding from OpenAI, Founders Fund, and Lux Capital.
Deepinder Goyal launches $25M fund to study human aging
Deepinder Goyal, the founder and CEO of Zomato, has announced a $25 million fund under his research initiative, Continue.
India's financial sector deals surpass $7B in 2025
The Indian financial sector has witnessed a flurry of high-value deals, totaling over $7 billion in the current fiscal year.
Over 11,000 Indian start-ups shut down this year: Here's why
India has witnessed the shutdown of 11,223 start-ups this year, a staggering 30% increase from the 8,649 closures recorded in 2024, according to the data shared by Tracxn with Financial Express.
Ola Electric plans to raise fresh funding
Ola Electric, a leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer based in Bengaluru, will hold a board meeting on October 25.
World's richest people mostly live in these 10 cities
A recent report by wealth intelligence platform Altrata has revealed that seven of the world's top 10 cities with the highest number of ultra-wealthy residents are in the US.
How this one UPI rule caused chaos for market leaders
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) recently attempted to promote consumer choice and interoperability among third-party Unified Payments Interface (UPI) apps.
Target to cut 1,800 corporate jobs in major restructuring push
American retailer Target Corporation is set to cut around 1,800 corporate jobs in a major restructuring effort aimed at reviving stagnant sales, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Where are offices more expensive: Delhi or Mumbai?
A recent report by the Indian Institute of Management-Bengaluru (IIM-B) and CRE Matrix has revealed a significant increase in premium office space rents across Tier-1 cities in India.
Binance outlines growth strategy to capture India's crypto market
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is planning a major expansion in India.
Amazon's devices division faces 2nd high-profile exit this month
Amazon's devices division has witnessed its second high-profile exit this month.
Sensex tumbles over 500 points: What's behind today's fall?
The Indian stock market witnessed a sharp decline on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty falling over half a percent.
Piyush Goyal meets German leaders to explore trade, investment opportunities
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, is on an official visit to Berlin from October 23.
Google faces $2.36B demand from consumers in privacy case
Google is facing a demand for an additional $2.36 billion from US users who had won a $425 million jury verdict in a consumer privacy class action lawsuit.
India's private sector growth slows to 5-month low in October
India's private sector growth has slowed down to a five-month low in October, according to a recent survey.
Infosys announces ₹18,000cr share buyback: All details here
Infosys, India's second-largest IT services company, has announced its largest-ever share buyback worth ₹18,000 crore.
Apple loses $2B lawsuit over unfair App Store commissions
Apple has lost a major lawsuit in the UK, after being accused of abusing its dominant position by charging an unfair 30% commission on app developers through its App Store.
German firm launches cheeky ad for lift after Louvre heist
German firm Bocker is using the publicity from the recent Louvre Museum heist in Paris to promote its products.
Trump pardons Binance founder: Details here
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, has been pardoned by US President Donald Trump.
Piyush Pandey, renowned for transforming Indian advertising, passes away
Piyush Pandey, a legendary figure in Indian advertising and the creative mastermind behind some of the country's most iconic ad campaigns, has passed away at the age of 70.
Miffed over an ad, Trump ends trade talks with Canada
US President Donald Trump has announced the termination of "all trade negotiations" with Canada.
Intel posts surprise Q3 profit as turnaround plan gains traction
Intel has posted better-than-expected third-quarter sales, indicating a recovery in demand for its core x86 processors for PCs.