Published: September 22, 2026 – HCLTech has been selected by M Group, an essential infrastructure services provider operating across the UK and Ireland, to modernize and transform its IT operations across more than 200 locations. As part of the engagement, HCLTech will deploy AI-led managed services covering infrastructure and end-user operations, supported by its AI … Read more
Published: September 22, 2026- Consumer technology startup Demoverse has raised $600,000 in pre-seed funding as it works to develop a new model for consumer product creation that brings customers into the design process before products reach manufacturing. The round was led by Lumikai, an India-focused venture capital fund specialising in interactive media, digital platforms and … Read more
Artificial intelligence has moved beyond being a niche technology for developers and early adopters. Today, a growing number of free AI tools can help individuals and businesses write content, conduct research, analyse documents, create presentations, design visuals, edit videos and improve everyday workflows. The challenge is no longer finding an AI tool. It is identifying … Read more
Sep. 16, 2026, Delhi – Lam Research Corporation has announced plans to invest approximately ₹10,000 crore in India to establish its first silicon component manufacturing facility in the country and expand its advanced research and development (R&D) operations. The announcement comes ahead of SEMICON India 2026 and represents a new phase in Lam Research’s long-term … Read more
India’s sovereign artificial intelligence ecosystem is gaining another high-profile corporate backer. Sarvam AI, the Bengaluru-based AI startup developing foundation models for Indian languages and enterprise applications, has secured a strategic investment from IndiGo Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of IndiGo. The investment forms part of Sarvam AI’s ongoing Series B funding round and builds … Read more
August 28, 2026 – OpenAI is strengthening its leadership structure across Asia-Pacific with the appointment of Sandhya Devanathan, former Meta executive, to lead its operations across Southeast Asia and Australia. Devanathan is expected to take charge in October 2026 and will become OpenAI’s senior-most leader for the region. Her responsibilities will include driving consumer growth, … Read more
THE $60 BILLION GUESSING GAME How AI That Predicts Cancer Drug Response Could Let India Skip Ahead in the Race A data-driven look at why the world’s most genetically diverse, fastest-growing cancer population may also be its smartest testing ground Every oncology drug that enters a clinical trial is, in a very real sense, a … Read more
Singapore/Bengaluru: AI and data company ADA has completed the acquisition of Algonomy, a Bengaluru-headquartered AI retail decisioning platform, in a strategic move aimed at expanding its global footprint and strengthening its enterprise AI capabilities. While the companies did not disclose the financial terms of the transaction, the acquisition significantly enhances ADA’s portfolio by integrating advanced … Read more
Singapore: Southeast Asia’s payments ecosystem continues to attract strong investor confidence, with the region’s 12 most-funded active payment startups collectively raising more than $2.7 billion in equity funding, according to a new report by market intelligence platform Tracxn. The report highlights the rapid evolution of Southeast Asia’s fintech landscape, where payment companies are building solutions … Read more
A top-tier Indian celebrity endorsement contract pays a fee, once, for a defined term. Alia Bhatt’s Ed-a-Mamma was reported to be in acquisition talks with Reliance Brands at around ₹300–350 crore. One is income. The other is an exit. That gap — between being paid to hold a product and owning the company that makes … Read more
New Delhi: Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli and his brother Vikas Kohli have strengthened their commitment to Vault by Virat Kohli, formalizing a collective 28% equity stake in the premium fitness chain as strategic investors. The move marks a significant milestone for the fast-growing fitness brand, which is preparing for an aggressive nationwide expansion aimed … Read more
India’s real GDP is estimated to grow 7.4% in FY 2025-26, one of the fastest rates of any large economy — the IMF has its own forecast at 7.3%. Gross Goods and Services Tax collections in the same year came in at roughly ₹22 lakh crore, up 8.3% on the previous year. April 2026 set … Read more
Cairo: Egypt-based e-commerce logistics startup Fincart has raised $2.8 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round to accelerate its expansion across Africa and the Middle East. The investment will support the company’s technology development, commercial growth, and strategic partnerships as demand for integrated e-commerce infrastructure continues to rise across the region. The funding round was … Read more
New Delhi: Indian electric vehicle manufacturer Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has secured ₹50 crore in a fresh funding round from a group of investors, including Securocorp Securities India, Sangeeta Pareekh, the Saket Aggarwal Family Office, and Vanshika Sharma. The company plans to utilize the capital to strengthen its manufacturing capabilities, expand research and development, and … Read more
India has 1,900+ Global Capability Centres employing more than 2.1 million people and contributing over $75 billion to the economy in FY2025 — roughly 1.5% of national GDP. Six metros hold more than 90% of it. That concentration is the entire business case for what comes next. Bengaluru alone accounts for 30% of India’s GCCs … Read more
From your first angel cheque to Series C and beyond — real data, proven frameworks, and the government schemes most founders leave on the table. India’s startup ecosystem has crossed a quiet but important threshold. It is no longer a market where a handful of headline-grabbing rounds define the year — it is a deep, … Read more
BharatPe’s co-founder wants employers to put their name — not their money — behind employee credit. Here’s how Fund My Staff actually works, and why it’s a very Ashneer way to re-enter fintech. Ashneer Grover doesn’t do quiet launches, and Fund My Staff is no exception. The former BharatPe managing director announced his newest fintech … Read more
JPMorgan Chase is reportedly planning to recruit around 1,000 technology professionals in India as the global banking giant expands its capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and cybersecurity, according to a Moneycontrol report. While the bank has not officially confirmed the hiring target, the reported recruitment drive reflects the growing importance of India’s Global … Read more
Accenture has appointed Sumit Sharma as Managing Director – Data & AI, strengthening its leadership team as enterprises accelerate investments in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and digital transformation. Based in Noida, Sharma joins Accenture after serving as Vice President and Head of Global Data & AI Delivery at Coforge, where he led large-scale AI and … Read more
ServiceNow has reported stronger-than-expected financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, exceeding the high end of its guidance across revenue and profitability while raising its full-year subscription revenue outlook. The enterprise software company reported subscription revenue of US$3.877 billion for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, representing 24.5% year-over-year growth. Total revenue reached … Read more
