Glow Secures $30 Million to Revolutionize Renewable Energy with Blockchain-Powered Solar Farms
Solar energy startup Glow has announced the successful completion of a $30 million funding round, co-led by Framework and Union Square Ventures. The funds will be directed toward accelerating renewable energy adoption and decentralizing the global energy grid, both in India and internationally. Innovating with Blockchain Founded in 2023, Glow leverages blockchain technology to create a Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN). This network […]
ZFunds Secures ₹25 Crore in First Institutional Funding to Expand Reach and Enhance Tech Capabilities
ZFunds, a Gurugram-based wealthtech platform, has raised ₹25 crores ($3 million) in its first major institutional funding round. The round was led by Elevation Capital, with participation from PB Fintech Group CEO Yashish Dahiya. The fresh capital will be utilized to scale ZFunds’ distribution network and bolster its technological infrastructure, enabling better service delivery and […]
WickedGud Raises Rs 20 Crore to Expand D2C Food Brand’s Reach
Mumbai-based direct-to-consumer (D2C) food brand WickedGud, co-founded in 2021 by Bhuman Dani, has raised Rs 20 crore in its latest funding round led by Orios Venture Partners. Asiana Fund and existing investors also participated in this round. Earlier in June 2023, the brand secured $250,000 in growth funding from GetVantage. WickedGud has previously been backed by […]
The New Power Players: 30 Principal VCs Leading the Investment Revolution
Venture capitalists play a pivotal role in fueling innovation, and transforming visionary ideas into thriving enterprises. This curated list of 30 influential principal VCs highlights individuals who are not only driving investments but also actively shaping industries with their strategic insights and partnerships. Here’s a look at the changemakers pushing the boundaries of startup ecosystems: […]
Amagi Strengthens OTT Capabilities with Acquisition of Argoid AI
Amagi, a leading cloud media SaaS technology firm, has announced the acquisition of Argoid AI, an artificial intelligence company specializing in recommendation engines and programming automation for over-the-top (OTT) platforms. This strategic move underscores Amagi’s commitment to enhancing its media tech solutions and staying ahead in the fast-evolving streaming industry. Enhanced Functionality for Amagi’s Product […]
Agrileaf Secures $2 Million in Growth Funding to Drive Expansion and Sustainability
Mangalore-based Agrileaf, a manufacturer and exporter of biodegradable dinnerware, has raised ₹16 crore (~$2 million) in growth funding. The round was co-led by Capital-A and Samarsh Capital, with participation from notable angel investors, including Shaji Devekar, Siddharth Bafna, the family office of Ved Prakash, Pritie Jain, Sumeet Bhalotia, Dhruv Taneja, and Chiranth Patil. The newly acquired funds will bolster Agrileaf’s operations in existing markets across the […]
GoodLives Secures ₹1.1 Crore Pre-Seed Funding to Advance Mental Health Accessibility
GoodLives, a Gurugram-based AI-driven mental health and wellness platform, has raised ₹1.1 crore in a pre-seed funding round. The round saw participation from notable investors, including IIM Lucknow, Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), and angel investors like Anupreet Singh, Deepak Motwani, Abhishek Hota, and Build3. The company plans to use the funding to expand its reach, enhance […]
Flipkart Joins the 10-Minute Medicine Delivery Race: A Strategic Move to Outpace Rivals
E-commerce giant Flipkart is stepping into the fast-paced realm of medicine delivery, aiming to deliver pharmaceuticals within 10 minutes. This move positions the company against its key competitors in the burgeoning quick commerce market, as reported by The Economic Times. To comply with India’s strict drug regulations, which bar foreign-backed e-commerce platforms from holding inventory, Flipkart […]
Bumboo Secures Angel Funding to Expand Sustainable Packaging Solutions Globally.
Imaga Trade and Craft Pvt Ltd, operating under the brand name Bumboo, has successfully closed its first round of angel funding from industry leaders for an undisclosed amount. The funding round included notable participants such as Rohan Bhargava (Co-founder of CashKaro), Saurabh Gupta (CEO and Co-founder of UrbanPiper), Shashank Bijapur (Founder of SpotDraft), Rajneil Kamath […]
Kiko Live crosses half million milestone orders for kirana stores on ONDC
Mumbai, December 4, 2024: Kiko Live, a SaaS platform designed to provide neighborhood stores with a digital storefront and facilitate Quick Commerce, has reached a significant milestone by enabling half a million orders for kirana stores on the ONDC platform in under 11 months. The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is an initiative by […]
