Idea Validation Without Spending Money
Most startup ideas don’t fail because they’re poorly built. They fail because they were never needed. Founders often jump straight into: Before answering one simple question: Does anyone actually want…
MeltPlan Raises $10M to Reinvent Construction Tech
MeltPlan has secured $10 million in fresh funding to transform how construction teams plan and execute projects. The round, led by Bessemer Venture Partners, signals strong investor confidence in technology…
Indian Startups Cut 4,500 Jobs Since July 2025 Funding Slump
Indian startups have cut more than 4,500 jobs since July 2025, signaling a sharp shift in the country’s innovation economy. Founders who once chased rapid expansion now focus on survival,…
Reneonix Raises ₹1.7 Cr to Advance Deeptech
Deeptech startup Reneonix has secured ₹1.7 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The capital injection marks an important early milestone for the company as it…
Gushwork AI Secures $9M to Redefine Marketing
On February 26, 2026, agent-driven AI marketing startup Gushwork AI announced it raised $9 million in a new seed funding round led by Susquehanna Asia Venture Capital, with continued support…
Alpa Raises €2.9M to Power Hospitality Finance
UK-based fintech startup Alpa has secured €2.9 million in fresh funding to build a modern financial operating system tailored specifically for hospitality businesses. The round marks a strong early milestone…
MeltPlan Raises $10M to Reinvent Construction
Construction technology startup MeltPlan has secured $10 million in fresh funding in a round led by Bessemer Venture Partners. The investment marks a major milestone for the young company as…
Capillary Buys Session M for $20M Growth Push
Capillary Technologies has acquired Session M from Mastercard in a $20 million deal that strengthens its global loyalty technology footprint. The acquisition marks a decisive move by Capillary to expand…
Why Fewer Unicorns Is a Good Thing
For years, startup success was measured in one word: Unicorn. A $1B valuation became the ultimate badge of honor. Media headlines celebrated funding rounds. Founders optimized for growth velocity. Investors…
How AI Is Changing Startup Idea Generation
Startup idea generation used to be slow. Founders relied on: Today, AI has fundamentally changed how startup ideas are discovered, tested, refined, and even de-risked — before a single line…