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…
Tax Planning Strategies for Business Owners
Running a business involves more than just making profits. A smart business owner always keeps taxes in check. Without a clear tax planning strategy, even a profitable business can lose…
Why India Needs More Deep-Tech Startups
India is entering a critical phase in its technological journey. While software services, fintech, and consumer apps have driven the past two decades, the country now needs a robust wave…
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…
Martech: Tools That Power Indian Marketing
India’s digital marketing landscape has evolved at a rapid pace. With over 700 million internet users, increasing e-commerce penetration, and the rise of digital-first brands, marketing teams now rely heavily…
Brand Building Lessons from Indian Startups
In the last decade, Indian startups transformed from fledgling experiments into iconic brands. These ventures no longer chase only profits; they build identities, shape perceptions, and inspire loyalty. Entrepreneurs today…
IPO vs Private Equity: Which Is Better for Expansion?
Businesses often face a critical crossroads when they seek capital to expand. Two of the most powerful routes involve either launching an Initial Public Offering (IPO) or securing funding through…
Numan Raises $57M to Expand Weight Loss Services
Digital health startup Numan has raised $57 million to drive its international expansion, fueled by a meteoric rise in demand for GLP-1-based weight loss medications. The funding round, which includes…
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…
IPO-Bound Udaan Acquires ShopKirana in All-Stock Deal
Udaan, India’s leading B2B e-commerce unicorn, has made a decisive move in its journey toward an IPO by acquiring retail-tech startup ShopKirana in an all-stock deal. This acquisition strengthens Udaan’s…