Top 10 Startup News Highlights: July 14–19, 2025
The startup ecosystem witnessed a dynamic week from July 14 to 19, 2025, marked by landmark acquisitions, funding surges, and bold moves across AI, healthtech, and cybersecurity. From Cognition AI’s…
Fashion Tech CEO Charged in $300M Investor Fraud Scheme
Christine Hunsicker, once celebrated as a trailblazer in fashion technology, now faces serious criminal charges after allegedly masterminding a $300 million investor fraud scheme over six years. Federal prosecutors unsealed…
Startup Eclipse: What Really Played at ColdPlay?
Astronomer, a prominent startup in the data orchestration space, grabbed headlines recently for an entirely unexpected reason. The company’s CEO and Chief People Officer became the center of a viral…
Blip Shuts Down: 30-Minute Fashion Delivery Fails
Blip, the ultra-fast fashion delivery startup that promised to bring clothes to customers in under 30 minutes, has shut down operations barely a year after launching. Co-founder Ansh Agarwal confirmed…
OpenAI’s $3B Windsurf Deal Collapses, Google Steps In
OpenAI’s ambitious $3 billion plan to acquire AI coding assistant startup Windsurf has collapsed, marking a stunning reversal in what could have been one of the biggest AI acquisitions of…
Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters Partners with Ambrosia Gulf
Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters, India’s beloved specialty coffee brand, has announced a strategic partnership with Ambrosia Gulf. This collaboration marks Blue Tokai’s official entry into the Middle East market. The…
ED Raids Probo Offices in Haryana Over Illegal Betting Allegations
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out search operations on July 8 and 9 at four locations in Haryana. These premises belonged to Probo Media Technologies Pvt Ltd and its promoters,…
LVX: New Era of Startup Funding and Investor Access
LetsVenture, a pioneer in private market investments, has taken a transformative step by rebranding itself as LVX. This strategic move aims to consolidate the company’s diverse business operations and provide…
Shark Tank India Season 5 Teaser Sparks Buzz
The entrepreneurial pulse of India just got a shot of adrenaline as Shark Tank India unveiled its official teaser for Season 5. Packed with humor, bold commentary, and a dash…
Replit Partners with Microsoft to Expand Enterprise Reach
Replit, a fast-growing AI-powered coding platform, has entered a strategic partnership with Microsoft. This collaboration brings Replit’s innovative software creation tools directly to enterprise users via Microsoft Azure Marketplace. With…