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Artificial Intelligence is no longer a niche skill—it’s becoming the foundation of every modern career. Whether you’re in marketing, finance, tech, or even content creation, understanding AI is quickly turning into a must-have advantage. The good news? You don’t need to spend lakhs on courses.MIT Open Learning offers world-class AI courses—many completely free. Here’s a … Read more
E EntrepreneurNews Network Special Report Asia Pacific · Family Capital The Quiet Billionaires Fueling Asia’s Startup Boom Behind the region’s most audacious startups is a new class of investor — the founder-led family office. Patient, private, and increasingly powerful, they are quietly rewriting the rules of venture capital across Asia Pacific. April 2026 · … Read more
AEON360 has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Google Cloud to develop a next-generation “continuous commerce” ecosystem, aimed at delivering seamless and personalized customer experiences across retail, finance, and lifestyle services. The collaboration marks a significant step in AEON360’s digital transformation strategy across Southeast Asia. What is “Continuous Commerce”? The concept of continuous commerce … Read more
Aliste Technologies has secured ₹30 crore in a Pre-Series A funding round, comprising a mix of equity and debt. The round was led by Big Global JSC, with participation from existing investor YourNest Venture Capital and manufacturing partner HBeon Labs. The fresh capital will be used to accelerate R&D in energy-focused solutions, strengthen distribution, and … Read more
Global investment giant Vanguard is significantly expanding its presence in India, signaling a strategic shift toward in-house technology development and AI-driven innovation. After launching its first India-based Global Capability Center (GCC) in Hyderabad in late 2025, the company has already onboarded over 550 professionals and is aiming to reach 1,000 employees by the end of … Read more
India, April 16, 2025: Agrizy has elevated Markish Arun to Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO), reinforcing its commitment to building a technology-first foundation for the global food and wellness industry. The move formally recognizes Markish’s four-plus years of founder-level contribution and positions him to lead Agrizy’s next phase of growth driven by AI-powered infrastructure … Read more
New Delhi, April 16, 2026: Mobec Innovations has announced the elevation of Gautam Singh and Satybrat Shukla as Co-Founders, joining Founder & CEO Harry Bajaj in leading the company’s next phase of growth. The leadership expansion reflects Mobec’s strategic focus on advancing mobile EV charging solutions, lithium-ion battery recycling, and next-generation energy storage systems in … Read more
AI voice technology startup Phonely has secured $16 million in Series A funding, led by Base10 Partners, with participation from Y Combinator and other investors. With this round, the company’s total funding now stands at $19 million, signaling strong investor confidence in AI-driven customer communication. Customers Turn Investors, Signaling Strong Market Trust In a notable … Read more
Vietnam’s agritech ecosystem continues to attract global capital, as TechCoop’s subsidiary Farmnet Company Ltd. has successfully secured a $11.75 million loan from Symbiotics. The funding is aimed at strengthening agricultural supply chain operations across the country. This development marks a significant milestone for TechCoop, as it is the first instance of a Vietnam-registered TechCoop entity … Read more
AI research company Anthropic has appointed Vas Narasimhan, CEO of Novartis, to its Board of Directors. The appointment was made by the Anthropic Long-Term Benefit Trust, further reinforcing the company’s focus on responsible and ethical AI development. With this addition, Trust-appointed directors now hold a majority on Anthropic’s board, reflecting the organization’s commitment to long-term … Read more
India’s proptech ecosystem is witnessing fresh momentum as Helium, a fast-growing residential rental platform, has raised ₹5 crore in an angel funding round backed by some of the country’s leading startup founders and operators. The round saw participation from prominent names including Albinder Dhindsa, Kunal Shah, Pankaj Chaddah, Mohit Gupta, Akriti Chopra, Gunjan Patidar, and … Read more
Preventive healthcare startup Ivory has raised $1 million in fresh funding from Draper Associates and SAGE Venture Fund, signaling growing investor interest in cognitive health and early diagnosis solutions. The funding round was also supported by India’s Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment as a startup selection partner, and managed by IFCI Venture along with … Read more
Gurugram-based AI startup GobbleCube has raised $15 million in a Series A funding round led by Susquehanna Venture Capital, with participation from existing investors InfoEdge Ventures and Kae Capital. The fresh capital will be used to accelerate product development, enhance AI capabilities, and expand the team, as the company strengthens its go-to-market strategy. Building an … Read more
Indonesian supply chain startup Baskit has raised $4.4 million in the first tranche of its Series A funding round, led by Cento Ventures, with participation from Kaya Founders, Analog Ventures, and Orvel Ventures. In addition to equity funding, the company has secured a $3 million revolving credit facility from HSBC Innovation Banking, bringing its total … Read more
AI-driven hiring and verification startup TraqCheck has raised $8 million in a Series A funding round led by IvyCap Ventures, with participation from IIFL. The fresh capital will be used to accelerate the company’s global expansion, particularly in Europe, while strengthening its AI-powered hiring and verification solutions. Focus on Global Expansion and Product Growth TraqCheck … Read more
Tuesday, April 15, 2026 | Opinion & Analysis NewsletterAdvertiseAbout ENN Entrepreneur News Network Startups Funding Opinion Logistics D2C India Subscribe Opinion Logistics Supply Chain Tier-2 & Tier-3 MSMEs Umang Shukla Co-founder & CEO, Edgistify Entrepreneur News Network · Opinion April 15, 2026 8 min read 65%India’s consumption outside top 8 metros 35,000 kmNew highway corridors … Read more
Monday, April 13, 2026 | India Startup Roundup Entrepreneur News Network Funding Startups News Gaming D2C India INDIA STARTUPS Shortgun Games acquires 30% stake in GiantDot · FruBon raises fresh funding from Fireside Ventures · $10.5M Series A · 200+ SKUs · 75+ cities · $1M seed round India Startup Roundup Gaming Dairy & … Read more
India, April 13, 2026 – Cashfree Payments, a frontrunner in the AI-native payment solutions space, has officially announced the appointment of Sameer Gandhi as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic leadership hire comes as the fintech major looks to accelerate its growth trajectory, enhance operational efficiency, and cement its path toward long-term profitability. … Read more
April 13, 2026 – Smart Garage, an innovative player in the automotive services sector, has announced a successful injection of ₹2.4 crore (approximately US$257,000) in a Pre-Series A funding round. This milestone marks the initial phase of a broader capital-raising strategy aimed at scaling its AI-driven ecosystem across India. The startup, which is revolutionizing how … Read more
Sunday, April 13, 2026 | Exclusive Interview Edition Newsletter Advertise About ENN Entrepreneur News Network Funding Startups Interviews AI & Tech Events Subscribe EXCLUSIVE Sujatha S Iyer, Head of AI Security at ManageEngine — On AI-native security, adversarial empathy, Shadow AI, and the future of cyber defense · Exclusive email interview with ENN Home … Read more
