Ruchi Kumar 
May 2026 | AI & Innovation News | Vietnam – Google, VNG Corporation, and Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City have announced the launch of a new Applied AI Lab in Vietnam, in collaboration with the Saigon AI Hub. The initiative, unveiled on May 4, marks a significant step in strengthening Vietnam’s artificial intelligence … Read more
May 2026 | Edtech M&A News | India – upGrad is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire Unacademy in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately ₹2,055 crore ($218 million). The proposed deal, expected to be one of the largest mergers in India’s edtech sector, reflects a broader shift as companies recalibrate strategies following the post-pandemic … Read more
May 2026 | Startup Funding News | India – Chennai-based skincare startup CHOSEN has raised $5 million in a Series A funding round led by Fireside Ventures, with participation from BOLD, Alkemi Growth Capital, and several angel investors. Notable backers include Avnish Anand along with leading dermatologists such as Dr. Chandan Asokan, KC Nischal, Punit … Read more
May 2026 | Startup Funding News | India –HealthFab has raised ₹20 crore (approximately $2.1 million) in a Series A funding round led by Atomic Capital. The fresh capital will be used to expand its period care product portfolio, scale distribution through quick commerce and retail channels, and strengthen manufacturing capacity. Funding to Drive Expansion … Read more
India’s startup ecosystem witnessed a significant rebound this week, with total funding reaching approximately $187.2 million across 18 deals. This marks a sharp increase compared to the previous week, where startups collectively raised just $47 million. The funding landscape was dominated by growth-stage investments, while early-stage startups also showed strong momentum across multiple sectors. Growth-Stage … Read more
There is a particular kind of humiliation that comes when a bureaucrat tells you that your achievements are not good enough — not the right salary, not the right degree, not the right profile. In 2012, a 23-year-old from a small town in Kerala sat across a US visa officer and heard exactly that. He … Read more
May 2026 | Startup Funding News | Asia – Asian startups continue to attract strong investor interest, with multiple companies raising capital across fintech, AI, deeptech, and consumer platforms. These investments highlight growing confidence in Asia’s innovation ecosystem and its ability to scale globally. Here’s a detailed look at the top Asian startup funding rounds … Read more
Deep Dive · Indian Startups · May 2026 India’s Sibling Founder Mafia: Built on Blood, Scaled on Trust When your co-founder already knows your darkest fears, your worst habits, and still believes in you — that’s not just partnership. That’s an unfair advantage. By StartupIndia Editorial · May 1, 2026 · 12 min read 8+ … Read more
April 2026 | Cybersecurity & AI News | Global – Palo Alto Networks has announced plans to acquire Portkey, a company that develops tools to manage and secure artificial intelligence systems. The acquisition is aimed at enhancing enterprise capabilities in AI governance, security, and monitoring, as organizations increasingly deploy advanced AI agents across business operations. … Read more
April 2026 | Crypto & Fintech M&A News | Global – MoonPay, a global digital asset payments platform with more than 30 million users, is set to acquire Israeli cybersecurity startup Sodot in a deal valued at approximately $100 million. The acquisition is aimed at strengthening MoonPay’s capabilities in digital asset security and institutional infrastructure, … Read more
April 2026 | Energy & Sustainability News | India Energy engineering company Kimbal Pvt Ltd has raised $22 million in a Series B funding round led by GEF Capital Partners, a sustainability-focused investor. The round also saw participation from existing investor Niveshaay, which increased its stake through a follow-on investment. Funding to Accelerate Energy Technology … Read more
April 2026 | DeepTech & AIoT News | India – Full-stack AIoT startup Ubiqedge has raised ₹10 crore in a seed funding round led by Piper Serica, with participation from Shibam Das and Sumit Chhazed. The funding will support the company’s plans to strengthen its artificial intelligence capabilities, scale deployments across multiple industrial sectors, and … Read more
April 2026 | DeepTech & AI News | India – Bengaluru-based deep-tech startup Ctruh has raised $2.5 million in a seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The round also saw participation from Avinya Ventures, India Accelerator, Founder’s Avenue, Anthill Ventures, and LVX, along with angel investors Vivek Sinha and Shivakumar Ganesan. Funding to … Read more
April 2026 | Fintech & AI News | Global – Marloo, an AI-powered platform designed for financial advisers, has raised $10 million in a seed funding round led by Blackbird Ventures. With this round, the company’s total funding has reached $12.7 million within a year of launch. The investment highlights growing interest in AI-driven solutions … Read more
April 2026 | DeepTech and Defence Innovation News | India – Chennai-based deeptech startup Vikra Ocean Tech has raised $1 million in a seed funding round led by Finvolve and India Accelerator. The funding will be used to scale production, strengthen sales across defence and government sectors, and build consistent long-term revenue streams. Focus on … Read more
April 2026 | Fintech Funding News | India – Bengaluru-based fintech startup Oolka has raised $14 million (approximately ₹130 crore) in a Series A funding round led by Accel, with participation from existing investors Lightspeed and Z47. Following this round, the company’s valuation has reached approximately ₹730 crore ($87.6 million) post-money, marking a significant milestone … Read more
April 2026 | Startup Funding & E-commerce News | Middle East – Dubai-based gifting platform Udora has raised $10 million in a private funding round to accelerate its expansion across the Middle East and strengthen its technology capabilities. The company plans to use the fresh capital to scale operations, enhance its platform, and enter new … Read more
April 2026 | AI, Cloud & Enterprise Technology News – Cognizant has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Astreya, a global AI-first IT managed services and solutions provider headquartered in San Jose, California. The financial details of the deal have not been disclosed. The acquisition is expected to significantly enhance Cognizant’s AI infrastructure capabilities and … Read more
April 2026 | E-commerce Intelligence & Startup Funding News – Cube, a startup focused on analyzing online shopping markets, has raised $3.7 million in a Series A funding round to expand its data intelligence platform. The round was led by Betatron Venture Group, with participation from M Venture Partners and a group of strategic angel … Read more
April 2026 | Cybersecurity & AI News | Israel -Israeli cybersecurity unicorn Silverfort has acquired AI-focused identity security startup Fabrix, in a deal estimated to be worth tens of millions of dollars. While the exact financial details remain undisclosed, the acquisition is expected to significantly enhance Silverfort’s capabilities in real-time identity protection powered by artificial … Read more
