Seed Funding vs Series A: What’s the Difference?
Every startup must raise capital at some point, but not all funding rounds serve the same purpose. Seed funding and Series A mark two of the most crucial early stages…
SaaS, DTC, or Marketplace? Choosing the Right Model
Every founder faces a crucial early decision: what business model fits the startup’s vision and market best? You might build cutting-edge tech, create a great product, or spot a market…
DeepTech Startups on the Rise
DeepTech startups are not just another tech trend—they’re pioneering the future. These companies dive into the most complex scientific and engineering problems, develop original technologies, and push the boundaries of…
Is Hustle Culture Harmful to Startup Success?
In the fast-paced world of startups, hustle culture often takes center stage. Founders wear exhaustion like a badge of honor. Teams push past burnout. Investors admire relentless grind. But beneath…
India vs. Southeast Asia: Startup Scene Face-off
As of April 2025, India and Southeast Asia have emerged as two of the most vibrant startup ecosystems outside the United States and China. Both regions continue to draw global…
SEBI Bars Gensol Founders Over Alleged Loan Default
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has taken strong disciplinary action against the founders of Gensol Engineering, a prominent renewable energy and electric vehicle company. SEBI barred them…
SaaS Startups Leading the Global Charge from India
India has evolved from a back-office outsourcing hub to a full-fledged innovation powerhouse. Among the sectors rewriting this narrative, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) stands at the forefront. Indian SaaS startups are not…
Startups Face Tax Heat for Foreign Funds via Singapore
India’s Income Tax Department took a bold step that may reshape its vibrant startup ecosystem. The department sent show cause notices to multiple startups that processed foreign investments through Singapore…
Pillar Security Raises $9 Million to Secure the Future
Pillar Security, an emerging artificial intelligence (AI) security startup, has raised $9 million in seed funding to fuel its ambitious growth. The company will channel these funds into advancing its…
CBDT: DPIIT Startups Safe from Sec 68 Scrutiny
Startups in India often face a tangled web of compliance and taxation, especially when it comes to raising funds from foreign investors. However, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)…