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This invisibility shield can hide people standing side by side
Invisibility Shield Co, a British start-up, has unveiled an advanced version of its revolutionary product, that can effectively hide objects behind it by manipulating light.
Good Glamm Group receives default notices over unpaid acquisition debts
The Good Glamm Group, a content-to-commerce company, has been served default notices by the founders of Sirona Hygiene and The Moms Co, as well as the Indian Angel Network (IAN).
Musk to engage with space tech start-ups during India visit
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, is scheduled to meet with emerging space tech start-ups from India, during his visit to the country on April 22.
Meesho's $500M funding round attracts several VC firms
Indian e-commerce platform, Meesho, is reportedly drawing attention from several venture capital firms for its ongoing funding round.
Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath launches 'WTFund' for Gen Z entrepreneurs
Billionaire Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, has introduced WTFund, a unique non-dilutive grant agnostic fund.
Ashneer Grover launches new medical loan app named ZeroPe
Ashneer Grover, co-founder and former Managing Director of BharatPe, is venturing back into the fintech sector with a new application called ZeroPe.
Neuralink-rival Synchron prepares for groundbreaking brain chip clinical trial
US-based start-up, Synchron, is set to launch an extensive clinical trial of its revolutionary brain-computer interface (BCI).
Indian VC firm launches ₹350cr fund for boosting e-sports ecosystem
Centre Court Capital (CCC), a venture capital firm, has initiated a ₹350 crore fund aimed at strengthening the Indian e-sports ecosystem over the next three years.
Krutrim AI start-up making weekly improvements despite criticism
Krutrim, an AI start-up founded by Bhavish Aggarwal of Ola, is reportedly making weekly improvements despite facing user criticism since its public beta launch in February.
Indian tech start-ups witness funding dip in Q1 2024
Indian tech start-ups experienced a significant shift in the first quarter of 2024, accounting for 4% of the total global funding of $37 billion.
Hume AI secures $50 million funding for 'emotional' AI chatbot
Hume AI Inc, a pioneering artificial intelligence start-up, has successfully raised $50 million in a Series B funding round.
Why Amazon has pumped $2.75 billion into AI start-up Anthropic
In a significant development, Amazon has invested an additional $2.75 billion in San Francisco-based start-up Anthropic, known for its work in generative artificial intelligence.
Ex-Yahoo CEO's start-up rolls out 2 new AI-backed apps
Sunshine, a start-up co-founded by ex-Yahoo CEO and early Google employee Marissa Mayer, has rolled out two new apps - event organization and photo sharing.
Canva's biggest acquisition yet will aid in taking on Adobe
Canva, Australia's leading start-up, has recently made its biggest acquisition yet.
Indian space start-up gears up for first-of-its-kind rocket launch
India's private space start-up, Agnikul Cosmos, is gearing up for the test launch of its Agnibaan SOrTeD (Suborbital Tech Demonstrator) rocket on March 22.
Hippocratic AI raises $53 million at a valuation of $500mn
Hippocratic AI, a firm specializing in healthcare-oriented artificial intelligence (AI), has completed a Series A funding round, raising $53 million at a valuation of $500 million.
Indian start-ups likely to secure $8-12B funding in 2024
Rajan Anandan, the managing director of venture capital firm Peak XV, anticipates that Indian start-ups are on track to garner between $8 and $12 billion in funding this year.
Indian government close to finalizing deep tech start-up policy
The Indian government is establishing a dedicated policy to foster the growth of deep technology start-ups, as per Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Israeli start-up raises $47M for AI that helps grieving individuals
Empathy, an Israeli start-up, has secured $47 million in funding for its unique AI platform.
Meta files lawsuit against former VP over alleged document theft
Meta has initiated legal proceedings against one of its former vice presidents, Dipinder Singh Khurana, accusing him of stealing sensitive company documents.
Navigating entrepreneurship: Pro tips for aspiring business owners
Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship is like sailing uncharted waters. It requires courage, determination, and a well-thought-out plan to navigate the complexities of starting and scaling a business.
Everything we know about India's first flying taxi service
India's first flying taxi, the e200, is set to make its debut flight in October-November, according to Professor Satya Chakravarthy.
Amazon invests in robot-based recycling start-up to track packaging waste
Amazon is making strides in the recycling world by investing in Glacier, a San Francisco-based recycling robotics start-up, through its Climate Pledge Fund.
Sam Altman's net worth crosses $2B; OpenAI isn't the reason
Sam Altman, the founder and CEO of OpenAI, has recently seen his net worth surpass $2 billion, per the Bloomberg Billionaire Index.
Superhuman introduces AI-backed instant email replies for improved productivity
Email start-up Superhuman has unveiled an AI-driven instant replies feature, offering users three contextual response options for quicker email answers.
DeepX to bag $90 million funding for AI chip production
South Korean semiconductor chip start-up DeepX is on the verge of securing $90 million in funding.
Electric mobility start-up Yulu raises $19.25M from Bajaj Auto, Magna
Yulu, an electric mobility start-up, has secured $19.25 million in funding from existing investors Bajaj Auto and Magna.
'Take Bold Care of her': Ranveer Singh advises Johnny Sins
Ranveer Singh is one of the most versatile actors in Bollywood and now he has partnered with sexual wellness brand Bold Care for a quirky advertisement.
Paytm set to acquire Bengaluru-based ONDC start-up Bitsila: Here's why
Paytm, which is battling multiple regulatory challenges, is close to acquiring Bengaluru-based e-commerce start-up Bitsila.
Meet Pearl Kapur: India's youngest billionaire at just 27
In a huge achievement, Pearl Kapur, a 27-year-old entrepreneur, has become India's youngest billionaire with a net worth of $1.1 billion (roughly Rs. 9.129 crore).
Ola's valuation plunges 74% to $1.9 billion
Vanguard, a US-based asset management company, has once again lowered the value of ANI Technologies, Ola's parent company, according to regulatory filings.
Google's DeepMind scientists are considering founding their own AI start-up
Google DeepMind scientists Laurent Sifre and Karl Tuyls are reportedly in talks with investors to launch a new artificial intelligence (AI) start-up in Paris, called Holistic.
Rabbit r1 gets even more enticing, provides real-time answers
Teenage Engineering's Rabbit r1 has teamed up with San Francisco-based start-up Perplexity, to offer cutting-edge search results and AI-powered features.
National Startup Day: Meet the entrepreneurs shaping India's future
India, with its vibrant and diverse business landscape, has witnessed the rise of visionary entrepreneurs who have not only revolutionized industries but also left an indelible mark on the global stage.
Tall claims or reality? China develops battery with 50-year life
Betavolt, a Chinese start-up, is making tall claims that they have invented a battery that can power a device for more than 50 years without ever needing to be charged or maintained.
15-20 unicorns to go public within 2 years: Kotak
India is set to have more than 15-20 unicorns launching IPOs within the next 12-24 months, as per V Jayasankar, Managing Director at Kotak Investment Banking.
From $22bn to $1bn: BlackRock devalues BYJU'S by 95%
BlackRock, a prominent asset manager, has slashed the valuation of BYJU'S by a staggering 95%, bringing it down from $22 billion to just $1 billion, as per Tech Crunch.
SoftBank to resume investing in Indian start-ups this year
SoftBank is gearing up to invest in Indian start-ups once more after an 18-month hiatus, according to Sumer Juneja, Head of India and EMEA at SoftBank Investment Advisers.
Humane trims workforce before release of 'smartphone killer' Ai Pin
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman-backed tech start-up Humane has laid off 4% of its workforce to reduce costs, according to The Verge.
Ex-Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal raises $30mn for his AI start-up
Parag Agrawal, who served as Twitter's CEO before Elon Musk took over in late 2022, recently secured around $30 million in funding for his new artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, per The Information.