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Ctruh Raises $2.5 Million Seed Funding to Build Infrastructure for the Spatial Internet

Ctruh

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

Vikra Ocean Tech Raises $1 Million to Build Indigenous Ocean Robotics and Defence Solutions

Vikra Ocean Tech

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

Cognizant to Acquire Astreya to Strengthen AI Infrastructure Capabilities

Cognizant

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

Silverfort Acquires Fabrix to Strengthen AI-Driven Identity Security Platform

Silverfort

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

SportVot Raises ₹32.7 Crore to Expand AI-Powered Sports Streaming Globally

SportVot

April 2026 | SportsTech & Startup Funding News | India – Mumbai-based sports-tech startup SportVot has raised ₹32.7 crore (approximately $3.5 million) in a fresh funding round led by IAN Alpha Fund. The round also saw participation from: Anicut Capital LetsVenture Capital A Succeed Innovation In addition, angel investors such as Garima Vohra and Gaurav … Read more

Cyberport and National Science and Technology Development Agency Partner to Boost ASEAN Innovation Ecosystem

Cyberporttoday28April2026signedaMemorandumofUnderstandingMoUwithNationalScienceandTechnologyDevelopmentAgent

April 2026 | APAC Innovation & Technology News – Cyberport has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), acting through Thailand Science Park (TSP), to strengthen cross-border collaboration in innovation and technology (I&T) between Hong Kong and Thailand. The partnership marks a major step in expanding regional startup … Read more

Quantum Art Raises $140 Million Series A to Accelerate 1,000-Qubit Quantum System Development

Quantum Art Founder

April 2026 | Deep Tech & Quantum Computing News – Quantum Art, a startup focused on building advanced quantum computers using trapped-ion technology, has raised a total of $140 million in its Series A funding round, reflecting strong investor confidence in next-generation computing systems. The funding round was led by Bedford Ridge Capital, with participation … Read more

Kovon Raises $250K Led by TDV Partners to Revolutionize Global Mobility for Indian Workforce

Bibartan Roy and Swayamjeet Das, Co-founders, Kovon

New Delhi, April 28, 2026 – Kovon, a tech-driven cross-border workforce mobility platform, has announced a successful $250,000 pre-seed funding round led by TDV Partners. The startup is set to reshape how India’s blue and grey-collar workforce accesses global employment opportunities, providing a structured, secure, and end-to-end ecosystem. Founded by industry veterans Bibartan Roy and … Read more

Lanson Place Hospitality Management Limited Appoints Louis Chang as Chief Operating Officer

Louis Chang

April 2026 | Global Hospitality & Leadership News – Lanson Place Hospitality Management Limited has announced the appointment of Louis Chang as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately. In his new role, he will report directly to CEO Michael Hobson and will focus on business expansion, operational efficiency, and enhancing guest experience across the … Read more

NielsenIQ Partners with INTAGE HOLDINGS Inc. to Deliver Global & Japan Retail Insights

NielsenIQ

April 2026 | Global Retail Data & Market Intelligence News – NielsenIQ and INTAGE HOLDINGS Inc. have announced a strategic sales partnership aimed at integrating retail data and consumer insights across Japan and global markets. The collaboration is designed to help businesses gain a more connected view of consumer behavior, enabling better decision-making and cross-market … Read more

Cox Automotive Acquires Fullpath to Strengthen AI-Powered Retail Platform

Cox Automotive

April 2026 | Global Automotive Tech & AI M&A News – Cox Automotive, the world’s largest automotive services and technology provider, has announced the acquisition of Fullpath, a Jerusalem-based company specializing in AI-driven customer data and marketing solutions. While the financial details of the deal have not been officially disclosed, industry estimates suggest the acquisition … Read more

Samsung SDS Expands AI Partnership with Google Cloud

AI Partnership

April 2026 | Global AI, Cloud & Enterprise Technology News –Samsung SDS and Google Cloud have expanded their strategic partnership to address the rising demand for AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity services. The announcement was made at Google Cloud Next 2026 in Las Vegas, where both companies outlined plans to deepen collaboration across industries and … Read more

STCH secures $7 million in pre-Series A round led by Omnivore

STCH Founder

April 2026 | India AI, FashionTech & Textile Innovation News -Bengaluru-based STCH has raised $7 million in a pre-Series A funding round, led by Omnivore, with participation from Kae Capital and WVC. The funding will be used to enhance the company’s AI-driven textile platform, expand research capabilities, and scale its manufacturing partnerships across key global … Read more

Deep Algorithm Raises ₹16 Crore Pre-Series A Funding Led by Unicorn India Ventures

Deep Algorithm funding,

April 2026 | India AI & Cybersecurity Startup News Deep Algorithm has raised ₹16 crore in a pre-Series A funding round, led by Unicorn India Ventures. The round also saw participation from: SB Investment Prakash Govindan Himanshu Singhal The funding will support the company’s global expansion, product innovation, and AI security capabilities. Funding to Drive … Read more

Cyera Acquires Ryft in Deal Estimated at $100–$130 Million

Cyera

April 2026 | Global AI, Cybersecurity & Startup M&A News – Cyera has acquired Israeli startup Ryft, a fast-rising player in AI-driven data management and security. While the companies have not officially disclosed the deal value, industry estimates place it between $100 million and $130 million, marking a significant outcome for the early-stage startup. Strategic … Read more

LightFury Games Raises $11 Mn with Backing from MS Dhoni & Top Investors

LightFury

April 2026 | India Gaming & Startup Funding News – Bengaluru-based LightFury Games has raised $11 million (₹103 crore) in a pre-Series A funding round, led by Blume Ventures, V3 Ventures, MIXI, and Times Internet. The round also saw participation from leading Indian cricketers, including MS Dhoni, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya, along with Ravindra … Read more

Spill Games Raises $3.1 Million Seed Funding

Spill Games

April 2026 | India Gaming & Startup Funding News – Bengaluru-based Spill Games has raised $3.1 million (₹28 crore) in a seed funding round led by Centre Court Capital and PeerCapital, with participation from existing investor All In Capital. The funding will help the company expand its user base, strengthen brand visibility, and scale its … Read more

PrimeInvestor Raises ₹19.5 Crore from Rainmatter to Scale PMS Business

PrimeInvestor

April 2026 | India WealthTech & Startup Funding News – PrimeInvestor, a fast-growing wealth-tech platform, has raised ₹19.5 crore (approximately $2 million) in its first external funding round, led by Rainmatter. The company plans to use the funds to expand its newly launched Portfolio Management Services (PMS) and strengthen its position in India’s evolving wealth … Read more

Ray Launches in UAE, Raises $1.2 Million Seed Funding to Expand Charging Network

UAE-based startup Ray raises $1.2 million

April 2026 | UAE Startup & Tech News – Ray has officially launched its services in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, while securing $1.2 million in seed funding to accelerate expansion across the UAE and GCC markets. The funding round was backed by private investors, including Meirambek Abelkasov and Serik Uspanov, signaling strong confidence in the … Read more

Cato Networks Appoints Meital Koren as Chief Legal Officer to Strengthen Global Compliance

Meital Koren

April 2026 | Global Cybersecurity & Leadership News – Cato Networks has announced the appointment of Meital Koren as its new Chief Legal Officer (CLO). The move comes as the cybersecurity firm accelerates global expansion and strengthens its legal and compliance framework. In her new role, Koren will oversee the company’s global legal strategy, including … Read more