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India’s Startup Cheetahs Double to 110: Bengaluru Leads Next Unicorn Pipeline
India’s startup Cheetahs rise to 110 in 2026, valued at ₹3 lakh crore. Bengaluru leads with 36 startups in India’s next unicorn pipeline.
The Checkout Is Disappearing: How AI Agents Could Rebuild India’s Digital Commerce Stack
As AI evolves from answering questions to taking actions, India is entering a new phase of digital commerce. The rise of agentic payments could create an entirely new startup opportunity around trust, permissions, identity, data protection and transaction infrastructure.
From a College Frustration to Building a Global AI Platform
From a college DIY struggle to a global AI platform, Varun Mulay’s WorldMyWeb is transforming how creators, startups, and businesses connect.
Indian Bank Expands Overseas to UAE & Southeast Asia
Indian Bank plans strategic overseas expansion into UAE and Southeast Asia, targeting trade corridors, diaspora services, and digital banking growth.
Building the Bridge Between Investors, Advisors, and Brokers: The AlphaMarket Story
A fintech-led ecosystem revolutionizing how India’s investors, advisors, and brokers connect, collaborate, and grow through compliance-driven digital advisory.
Building Trust in Borrowing: How Shantanu Indoriya Is Redefining Home Loans with Homobie
Redefining home loans in India, Shantanu Indoriya’s Homobie blends transparency, technology, and wealth creation to make borrowing truly empowering.
Google Unveils 20 Indian Startups for Its “AI First” Accelerator 2025 Cohort
Google selects 20 Indian startups for its AI First Accelerator 2025, showcasing India’s rapid rise as a global hub for applied AI innovation.
Proxgy Launches “ThumbPay”: Biometric Aadhaar-Linked UPI Payment Device to Redefine India’s Digital Transactions
Proxgy’s ThumbPay brings secure Aadhaar-linked UPI payments using biometrics, bridging the gap for rural, elderly, and underbanked Indians.
Global Startup Funding Hits Seven-Year Low in August 2025
Startup funding drops to $17B in August 2025, marking a seven-year low as investors adopt a cautious approach across seed, early, and late-stage rounds.
Europe Produces 12 New Unicorns in 2025, Signaling Strong Investor Confidence
Europe’s startup scene thrives in 2025 with 12 unicorns across fintech, AI, healthtech, and climate tech, showing strong global investor trust.
Varun Sridhar Exits Paytm Services to Launch New Wealthtech Venture, Signals Big Shift in Indian Fintech
Varun Sridhar’s move from Paytm to launch a new wealthtech startup marks a major shift in India’s fintech landscape, signaling rapid growth in digital wealth management and democratized investing.
Bengaluru and Berlin Forge Stronger Ties to Ignite Innovation and Startup Ecosystems
Bengaluru and Berlin have inked a pact to boost innovation and startup exchange. Karnataka's IT Minister Priyank Kharge announced the partnership, part of the Global Innovation Alliance, focusing on Fintech, AI, IT, and Life Sciences. Berlin will open its first Indian business office in Bengaluru, highlighting a commitment to inclusive and sustainable tech growth.
