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Startups

Building Bharat’s commerce backbone: The team behind Shiprocket’s rise

Your Story · India

From a broken logistics system to a full-stack commerce platform, how three founders and a leadership team are building the infrastructure that powers Bharat's…

Startups

Neo Alternative Asset launches Rs 5,000 Cr infra income Fund II

Your Story · India

The firm also announced the first close of its second fund, raising Rs 1,500 crore.

Startups

Broking platform Sahi raises $33M in Series B led by Accel

Your Story · India

Sahi will use this funding round to build on its technology & AI stack and expand product suite to scale user base

Tech & Startups

Microsoft says it has over 20M paid Copilot users, and they really are using it

TechCrunch · US

Despite the lingering perception that no one really uses Copilot, Microsoft said on Wednesday that the number of users and engagement is growing.

Geopolitics

Hong Kong throws SMEs lifeline with raft of measures, HK$450 billion in loans

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong authorities have rolled out fresh measures to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) reeling from the global fuel crisis and geopolitical …

Geopolitics

HKMA holds base interest rate at 4%, following Fed as war inflation worries persist

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s monetary authority has held its base interest rate steady, following the lead of the US Federal Reserve, as analysts said the inflationary impact o…

Geopolitics

Geely joins Chery, BYD in profit slide as reduced incentives decimate China car sales

South China Morning Post – World · China

Geely Automobile Holdings, Chery Automobile and BYD, the most profitable listed Chinese carmakers last year, all reported double-digit declines in net profit i…

Geopolitics

Ant International serves 150m merchants, 2b consumers, bets on AI commerce infrastructure

South China Morning Post – World · China

Ant International, the overseas spin-off of Chinese fintech giant Ant Group, has connected more than 150 million merchants with over 2 billion consumer account…

Geopolitics

Four key takeaways from Jerome Powell's final rate decision as Fed chair

BBC News – World · Europe

Powell's news conference after holding rates covered the US-Israel war with Iran, inflation, legal attacks, and the Fed's independence.

Geopolitics

India’s major airlines on ‘verge of closing down’ as high fuel costs sting

South China Morning Post – World · China

India’s major airlines warned of a potential suspension in services unless the government lowered jet fuel prices. “The airline industry in India is under extr…

Geopolitics

Hormuz crisis revives Thailand’s land bridge plan but business case still lacking

South China Morning Post – World · China

Thailand’s vision for a land bridge splits opinion: some see it as a crucial new Asian trade route for a global economy held hostage by geography, while others…

Geopolitics

U.S. imposes sanctions on 35 individuals, entities for aiding Iran's sanctions evasions

The Hindu – World · India

The designations were intended to expose and disrupt the mechanisms used by Tehran to receive payment for oil and other commodities and reduce its revenue, Tre…

Geopolitics

Oil prices ease after rally as UAE exits OPEC; Iran conflict, Hormuz blockade keep supply concerns high

The Hindu – World · India

Brent crude futures for June dipped 1% to $111.25 a barrel, having climbed for the previous seven sessions

Startups

Google’s AI Hub in Visakhapatnam; Building the missing pipeline for women founders

Your Story · India

Google broke ground on an AI hub in Visakhapatnam, marking a pivotal step in India’s bid to build large-scale digital infrastructure to power its next phase of…

Startups

Battery Smart raises $15M in debt from Mirova

Your Story · India

The fresh capital will be used to expand the company’s BaaS infrastructure and further develop its network of partner-operated stations across major urban and …

Startups

Sahamati raises Rs 50 Cr from financial sector entities

Your Story · India

The industry alliance will use the capital to deepen ecosystem participation, strengthen technical and policy frameworks.

Tech & Startups

UAE to Exit OPEC After Nearly 60 Years

Wired · Global

On May 1, the United Arab Emirates will end its a 59-year membership in the oil consortium, allowing it to raise output during one of the most volatile energy …

Tech & Startups

How one venture firm is investing in an increasingly fragmented world

TechCrunch · US

Geopolitical turmoil has made venture investing challenging, leading Kompas VC to carve out a niche in startups focused on the physical world.

Geopolitics

Why Moody’s has raised China’s credit outlook amid Iran war shocks

South China Morning Post – World · China

A leading ratings agency that previously expressed concerns about China’s local debt woes has cast a vote of confidence in the world’s second-largest economy, …

Geopolitics

Chinese industrial robot maker Inovance joins Hong Kong IPO queue

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese industrial robot maker Shenzhen Inovance Technology submitted an initial public offering (IPO) application in Hong Kong on Tuesday, joining a wave of m…

Geopolitics

Govt revives strategic sale of IDBI Bank after scrapping bids

Times of India – World · India

The government has revived the strategic sale of its stake in IDBI Bank, along with LIC's holding, after previous bids were rejected. A fresh valuation is unde…

Startups

Rebalance is building India's missing capital pipeline for women founders

Your Story · India

Gurugram-based accelerator and angel community Rebalance backs women-led startups with mentorship and investor access, proving that opportunity, not talent, wa…

Geopolitics

Oil prices climb towards $110: Brent, WTI continue to rise as US-Iran peace talks stall

Times of India – World · India

Oil prices surged Tuesday, extending Monday's gains as stalled US-Iran peace efforts and Strait of Hormuz disruptions pressured market sentiment. WTI Crude and…

Geopolitics

Hormuz blockade persists, why India’s Russian oil import is down from highs seen in March

Times of India – World · India

India’s imports of Russian crude oil have declined 20 per cent month-on-month in April to 1.57 million barrels per day, easing from the sharp surge recorded in…

Startups

Metasports Interactive raises $20M from Metica under UA model

Your Story · India

Metasports said the funds will support the growth of its flagship multiplayer cricket game, Hitwicket, while also boosting marketing efforts and user acquisiti…

Tech & Startups

Critical infrastructure giant Itron says it was hacked

TechCrunch · US

The American technology giant provides water and energy monitoring and utility meters to hundreds of millions of homes and businesses.

Geopolitics

India, New Zealand sign ‘once-in-a-generation’ free-trade deal

South China Morning Post – World · China

India and New Zealand on Monday signed a free-trade agreement to deepen economic ties and expand market access, as both countries navigate mounting global trad…

Geopolitics

WuXi AppTec posts record first-quarter revenue on strong global demand

South China Morning Post – World · China

China’s drug maker WuXi AppTec reported record first-quarter revenue, as a robust order backlog and sustained demand from global pharmaceutical companies suppo…

Geopolitics

Alibaba gets approval to spin off warehouse park as Reit in pivot for logistics assets

South China Morning Post – World · China

Alibaba Group Holding gained approval from the Hong Kong stock exchange to proceed with a proposed spin-off of a warehouse park in mainland China, two years af…

Geopolitics

Canada's Carney launches a sovereign wealth fund. What is it?

BBC News – World · Europe

The fund - which Canadians can invest in directly - will help pay for major infrastructure projects in the country, the prime minister says.

Geopolitics

Iran War Shakes Global Economy, but the U.S. Has Mostly Been Spared

The New York Times – World · US

In just eight weeks, much of the global economy has been knocked sideways. America has mostly been spared from the tumult.

Geopolitics

U.K. PM Starmer faces possible Parliament probe over Mandelson

The Hindu – World · India

It is the latest development in an unrelenting scandal that has plagued Mr. Starmer's government for months and led to calls for him to resign

Geopolitics

Canada's Carney has enjoyed a long political honeymoon. Now comes the test

BBC News – World · Europe

Global acclaim and domestic political gains have defined Mark Carney's first year as Canada's PM. He now faces pressure to deliver on his bold promises.

Geopolitics

The Chinese sports brand taking on Nike and Adidas

BBC News – World · Europe

Now one of the biggest sportswear firms, Anta's rise follows a playbook adopted by many Chinese giants.

Geopolitics

Zoho founder’s open letter to Indians in America on future opportunities

Times of India – World · India

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has urged Indians in the US to return home, citing changing immigration perceptions and the need for their expertise to boost India'…

Geopolitics

Comfort push: Shatabdi, Jan Shatabdi trains set for nationwide revamp

Times of India – World · India

In a communication to all zones, the Railway Board has directed them to conduct detailed inspections of train rakes and prepare time-bound action plans to addr…

Startups

You Can Win by Shiv Khera: 7 quotes for lasting success

Your Story · India

Discover 7 inspiring quotes from You Can Win by Shiv Khera that highlight success, discipline, positive thinking, and winning mindset.

Tech & Startups

To buy this Bay Area home, you’ll need Anthropic equity

TechCrunch · US

Someone’s offering an unusual deal for a 13-acre property in Mill Valley, just north of South Francisco.

Tech & Startups

Amazon’s new podcast strategy: Monetize everything

TechCrunch · US

Amazon's podcasting business seems to have transformed over the past six months.

Geopolitics

China’s Li Auto targets BMW and Mercedes with premium SUVs in Middle East, Asia-Pacific

South China Morning Post – World · China

Li Auto, one of Tesla’s major rivals in mainland China, has set its sights on the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, with its premium intelligent models poised to t…

Geopolitics

Daniel Gros on what China can learn from the euro as it works towards a global yuan

South China Morning Post – World · China

Daniel Gros is the director of the Institute for European Policymaking at Bocconi University. Previously, he served as an adviser to the European Parliament, c…

Geopolitics

Orbán associates rush to move wealth out of Hungary after election defeat

The Guardian – World · Europe

Incoming PM Péter Magyar accuses Fidesz-linked figures of trying to shield their wealth from accountabilityAlong the banks of the Danube, news that the Viktor …

Geopolitics

Ice creams, chocolates may cost you more as prices of raw materials rise

Times of India – World · India

Sweet treats like ice cream and chocolates are likely to become more expensive this summer due to supply chain disruptions caused by the West Asia war. Key ing…

Startups

Artisans and hobbyists: A Hundred Hands collective unveils membership programme for business growth

Your Story · India

In this photo essay, we showcase a range of craftworks from an exhibition by the Hundred Hands collective.

Startups

Mumbai’s local train app Yatri; Sourcing talent beyond Bengaluru

Your Story · India

Yatri offers real-time train tracking using source-verified GPS data, with live updates on locations, delays, platform changes, and disruptions. The Karnataka …

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