Axelera AI Raises $250M to Power Europe Chips
European semiconductor startup Axelera AI has secured an additional $250 million in funding, marking one of the largest recent investments in Europe’s AI hardware sector. The company plans to use…
Nepal Parties Court Startups Before 2026 Election
As Nepal approaches its next national election, political leaders have turned their attention to an increasingly influential group: startup founders, tech innovators, and young entrepreneurs. Across rallies, policy forums, and…
IIT Kanpur Drives Deep-Tech Vision at TiECon UP 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur took center stage at TiECon UP 2026 and steered a powerful conversation around deep-tech investment, commercialization, and collaboration. The institute did not merely participate; it…
Founder vs CEO: When to Step Down
Every founder starts with a spark. You see a problem no one else wants to solve, and you build something from nothing. In the early days, you wear every hat—product…
How Inflation Destroys Your Savings – Real Numbers
Most people think their savings grow as long as their bank balance increases. That belief feels comforting — but it can mislead you. Inflation steadily reduces the purchasing power of…
How to Fire Without Destroying Morale
Firing someone ranks among the hardest jobs in a startup. You build fast. You bond deeply. You depend on every person. When you let someone go, you shift more than…
Product-Market Fit: How to Know You’ve Found It
Product–market fit separates thriving companies from those that quietly disappear. Founders often chase funding, growth hacks, and press coverage, but none of that matters without a product that truly satisfies…
10 Brutal Truths No One Tells First-Time Founders
Starting your first company feels exciting. You imagine freedom, growth, and impact. You picture product launches, investor calls, and big wins. However, reality looks very different. The startup journey tests…
SHINE Technologies Secures $240M, Surpasses $1B Funding 2026
SHINE Technologies has secured $240 million in fresh capital through a Series E round, pushing its total funding beyond the $1 billion milestone. The raise marks a defining moment for…
T-Hub and Tripura Join Forces to Supercharge Startups
The northeastern Indian state of Tripura just made a big move to nurture entrepreneurship and innovation. On February 26 2026, T-Hub, one of India’s leading innovation platforms, signed a strategic…