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BenQ announces ZOWIE EC-CW wireless mouse for Esports

BenQ India, a leading consumer electronics firm, announces the launch of the ZOWIE EC-CW series which is the new wireless mice range for Esports enthusiasts. The brand has encountered high demand from the Esports community who have been eagerly waiting for a wireless mouse. ZOWIE is the preferred brand for wired mice by Esports athletes … Read more

Simplilearn and E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati Launch Joint Program to Help Professionals Master Cloud Computing and DevOps

Simplilearn, a leading global provider of digital skills training, has joined forces with E&ICT Academy, IIT Guwahati, to launch an exclusive Professional Certificate Program in Cloud Computing and DevOps. This strategic collaboration aims to meet the rising demand for new-age digital skills within the Indian market. By offering a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on experience through real-world Capstone projects, this … Read more

LightForce Orthodontics Secures $80 Million Series D Funding

LightForce Orthodontics, makers of the world’s first fully personalized 3D printed braces system, today announced it raised an $80 million Series D round led by Ally Bridge Group. Transformation Capital, and CareCapital. Omega Venture Partners, Matter Venture Partners, and the American Association of Orthodontics also participated in the round, as did existing LightForce investors, including Kleiner Perkins, Tyche Partners, and Matrix Partners. With the funding, LightForce will … Read more

Inworld AI Raises $500 Million in Funding to Accelerate Development of AI-Powered Virtual Characters

Inworld AI, the renowned Character Engine for games and interactive experiences, has successfully secured new funding from Lightspeed Venture Partners, propelling the company’s valuation to over $500 million. The funding round also saw participation from prestigious investors such as Stanford University, Samsung Next, Microsoft’s M12 fund, First Spark Ventures co-founded by Eric Schmidt, and LG … Read more

Emids Launches EPulseAI, a Generative AI Platform that Accelerates Product Development and Improves Patient Outcomes

Emids, a global leader in technology-led transformation and digital engineering solutions for the healthcare and life sciences industry, has introduced a groundbreaking Generative AI platform called EPulseAI by Emids, specially tailored for the Healthcare industry in the US. This platform is designed to cater to all participants in the healthcare ecosystem, including payers, providers, and … Read more

Unstop (formerly Dare2Compete) Raises $5 Mn Funding Led by Mynavi and Coursera

Unstop, a Mumbai-based community and hiring platform, is in the process of raising $5 million in its first round of funding, with leading investments coming from Japan’s Job board Myanvi and digital learning platform Coursera, as reported by various media outlets. Joining them as investors in this funding round are Venture Catalysts, 9Unicorns, and Pankaj … Read more

Mahesh Narayanan Named as Chief Marketing Growth Officer at Netcore Cloud

Netcore Cloud has officially named Mahesh Narayanan as its new Chief Marketing Growth Officer, a strategic move aimed at accelerating the company’s global expansion plans and solidifying its leadership position in the market. With his extensive marketing expertise, Mahesh will play a pivotal role in driving effective growth strategies that will further propel Netcore Cloud’s … Read more

Maruti Suzuki India Appoints Yukihiro Yamashita as Joint MD for Engineering and QA

Maruti Suzuki India has taken a significant step in bolstering its leadership team by appointing Yukihiro Yamashita as the Joint Managing Director of Engineering and Quality Assurance. The company made the official announcement through a filing with the Bombay Stock Exchange on July 31, 2023. Yamashita’s appointment comes as Shigetoshi Torii resigns from his position … Read more

Microsoft named Puneet Chandok to lead India operations

Microsoft today announced Puneet Chandok’s appointment as Corporate Vice President of Microsoft India and South Asia. Effective September 1, 2023, he will assume the operational responsibilities from Anant Maheshwari. Supported by a strong leadership team, Puneet will oversee the integration of Microsoft’s businesses across South Asia, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, further … Read more

Ramaiah Evolute’s Cohort 3 to Provide $1 Million in Investment and Support to Growth Stage Startups

Ramaiah Evolute, a prominent player in the Indian startup ecosystem, is thrilled to announce the launch of RE Cohort 3 for the year 2023. The RE Program, pioneered by Ramaiah Evolute, presents a groundbreaking approach to funding early-stage Indian startups. With a commitment to fostering innovation and empowering exceptional startups, the program will invest up … Read more

Mufin Green Secures $1 Million in Funding from Shell Foundation to Expand EV Financing

Mufin Green Finance Limited, previously known as APM Finvest Ltd., a New Delhi based Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), has successfully raised INR 80,000,000 (approximately USD 1 million) from Shell Foundation, a UK registered charity, according to a report by Economic Times. As an NBFC, Mufin Green Finance focuses on providing Electric Vehicle (EV) loans for … Read more

EaseMyTrip to Acquire 51% Stake in Guideline Group, Tripshope Online and Dook Travels

EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s leading online travel tech platforms, has received approval from its board to acquire a controlling 51% stake in three prominent travel companies incorporated in India. This strategic move is aimed at solidifying EaseMyTrip’s position as a major player in the travel and tourism industry. The proposed acquisition will be executed by … Read more

E-commerce to Create 700,000 Gig Jobs by End of H2 2023, Says TeamLease

As the festive season approaches, Indian e-commerce companies are gearing up to meet consumer demands during the annual shopping frenzy. The surge in shopping activity is expected to create approximately 700,000 gig jobs in the second half of 2023. With shopping festivals launched by various e-commerce players in July, the sector currently has around 200,000 … Read more

TelioEV Expands EV Charging Station Listings to Over 10,000 on Discovery App

TelioEV, a leading EV Charging Management Solutions provider in India, has achieved a remarkable milestone by listing over 10,000 EV charging stations on its Discovery App within just twelve months of its launch. These strategically located charging stations span across 27 states, encompassing major cities, towns, and highways. Among the top three states with the … Read more

Persistent and Google Cloud Partner to Launch Generative AI Solutions

Persistent Systems, a renowned global Digital Engineering leader (BSE and NSE: PERSISTENT), has taken its partnership with Google Cloud to new heights by introducing a suite of cutting-edge Generative AI solutions powered by Google Cloud. These innovative offerings are designed to support clients throughout their AI journeys, from AI explorers to Generative AI disruptors, enabling … Read more

Reliance Retail Introduces JioBook: The Revolutionary Learning Book

Reliance Retail, a leading player in the Indian market, is proud to unveil the highly anticipated JioBook, a groundbreaking learning book designed to cater to individuals of all age groups. With its advanced JioOS operating system, sleek design, and always-connected features, JioBook is set to redefine the learning experience for every individual, empowering them on … Read more

MG Motor and IONAGE Join Forces to Accelerate India’s EV Transition

MG Motor India, a renowned British automobile brand with a rich 99-year legacy, has joined hands with IONAGE, a prominent eMobility Service Provider, to enhance destination charging infrastructure throughout India, promoting intercity travel via electric vehicles (EVs). The partnership was officially launched with the inauguration of 10 destination charging stations across Lucknow, Trivandrum, and Cochin, … Read more

Glendower Capital Raises US$5.8 Billion

Glendower Capital, CVC’s secondaries platform, is pleased to announce the final close of its fifth global secondary private equity fund, Glendower Capital Secondary Opportunities Fund V (“SOF V”). Glendower has raised aggregate capital commitments of US$5.8 billion for the SOF V program to deploy in the secondary market. SOF V is the first fund closed … Read more

Terra Food Co. Raises $800K in Pre-Series A Funding

Terra Food Co. (TFC), a trailblazing gourmet cloud kitchen company, has achieved a remarkable milestone by raising $800,000 in its Pre-Series A funding round. This funding was secured from an esteemed group of investors, including Zero to One Fund, Twin & Bull Fund, ah! Ventures, and various international angel investors. Notably, existing investors like Lets … Read more

Dil Foods Secures $2M Pre-Series A Funding to Help Small Restaurants Thrive

Dil Foods, a Bengaluru-based virtual restaurant operator, has successfully raised $2Mn in a Pre-Series A funding round. The brand’s mission is to collaborate with small to medium independent food businesses and restaurants to create a profitable brand that disrupts the meal market using an innovative asset-light model for food delivery, driving efficiency and maximizing profitability. … Read more