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Geopolitics

Paramount’s £80bn takeover of Warner Brothers a step closer after EU approval

The Guardian – World · Europe

European Commission says Paramount Skydance’s decision to end Universal venture addresses merger concernsParamount Skydance’s £80bn takeover of Warner Brothers…

Entrepreneurship

How Companies Slowly Fade From Relevance

Inc. · Global

Why strong businesses often miss the first signs that the market has changed.

Startups

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (July 22, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Geopolitics

Cathay Pacific expects first-half profit to jump 75% to HK$6.5 billion

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways expects its first-half net profit to jump by as much as 75 per cent to HK$6.5 billion (US$829 million) from HK$3.…

Startups

Helping women find sustainable work; Transition VC launches new fund

Your Story · India

Kottravai operates as a private limited company and is entirely bootstrapped, with Karunya and her co-founder investing in the venture.

Tech & Startups

Apple teams up with Klarna to launch a lease-to-own program for iPhones, iPads, and Macs

TechCrunch · US

The new leasing program is a big change for the hardware company, and comes as it looks to raise prices on many of its products.

Startups

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (July 21, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Geopolitics

From bankruptcy to viral critic: the remarkable journey of Chinese veteran actor Li Chengru

South China Morning Post – World · China

Li Chengru is a nationally famous Chinese actor, but before he gained fame as an entertainer, he was a self-made businessman who lost his entire US$13 million …

Startups

Transition VC launches Rs 1,500 Cr Fund II

Your Story · India

Transition VC is focused on the energy transition segment and with Fund II it aims to get into newer areas of investment.

Geopolitics

Defence stocks rally as John Healey appointed chancellor; UK borrows less than expected in June – business live

The Guardian – World · Europe

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsAnd in case you missed it overnight: Donald Trump has said he will impose 50% tariffs on most Canadia…

Startups

India’s fertility chain raised ₹350 crore after 40 years without outside money

Your Story · India

After 40 self-funded years, Iswarya raises ₹350 crore from OrbiMed to expand fertility treatment across underserved India.

Startups

Paytm Q1 net profit rises 79% in FY27

Your Story · India

The fintech company, which recorded positive momentum across all business segments, is leveraging AI deeply to drive productivity.

Geopolitics

Jeff Bezos on returning to work after retirement: I just couldn’t sit on sidelines

Times of India – World · India

Jeff Bezos has returned to an operational role to launch his new AI startup, Prometheus. He describes this demanding work as rewarding, which he calls "Type 2…

Startups

Traveltech startup 30 Sundays raises Rs 61 Cr led by Bessemer Venture Partners

Your Story · India

The startup plans to use the fresh capital to enhance its product offerings, strengthen its technology and AI capabilities, and expand its team. It will also i…

Tech & Startups

The Galaxy Card Is Samsung’s Answer to the Apple Card

Wired · Global

Directly added to your Samsung Wallet account, it’s yet another cash-back credit card, this time tailored for Samsung stans.

Startups

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (July 20, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, July 20, 2026

Startups

Are you India's next big thing? Apply for Marico Innovation Foundation's Indian Innovation Icons 2027 to find out

Your Story · India

Applications are open for the 11th edition of one of India's most prestigious innovation platforms, offering winners mentorship from Marico's Founder and Chair…

Geopolitics

Ikea’s China remodelling: parent firm puts eight former retail sites on block

South China Morning Post – World · China

Ikea’s parent company Ingka Group has hired property consultancy JLL as its sole sales agent to offload eight retail properties in mainland China, the multinat…

Geopolitics

Musk son’s viral tiger-head bag shines light on China’s US$14.8b heritage e-commerce

South China Morning Post – World · China

Sales of intangible heritage products are on the rise, highlighted by the online frenzy sparked by Elon Musk’s six-year-old son Little X wearing a Chinese-styl…

Geopolitics

Wessex Water chief pockets above-inflation pay rise despite bonus ban over sewage spills

The Guardian – World · Europe

CEO’s pay packet surges to £791,000 as union says public ‘sick of obscene pay’ and bosses ‘feathering own nests’Wessex Water awarded its chief executive an abo…

Geopolitics

How South Korean hypermarket chain’s fall reflects ‘time-poor’ consumer demands

South China Morning Post – World · China

Homeplus was once a retail haven for millions of South Korean families who shopped for groceries and household goods regularly at its cavernous hypermarkets. B…

Geopolitics

Fierce competition and shifting tastes squeeze China’s yoga apparel market

South China Morning Post – World · China

China’s yoga apparel market is grappling with fierce competition and slowing growth amid sluggish domestic consumption, as middle-class shoppers diversify thei…

Startups

From Lithuania to the world: Hostinger’s evolution; How LinkedIn India is driving global products

Your Story · India

Hostinger CMO Kristina Strimaite believes artificial intelligence will not take away jobs, but it will leave behind those who refuse to engage with it. Malai L…

Geopolitics

Brunch with your bichon frise? Some dog owners say pet dining off to ruff start

South China Morning Post – World · China

Dog owners have welcomed Hong Kong’s first wave of pet-friendly restaurants, but some have been disappointed by restrictive rules, confused staff and limited s…

Geopolitics

China’s Xpeng plants a flag in Germany’s auto heartland with Mona L03 launch

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng made its European ambitions clear on Thursday, as the firm unveiled its Mona L03 compact SUV at an event in the heart of G…

Geopolitics

Trump Media pitched US$100,000 fee for fastest feed of US president’s posts, sources say

South China Morning Post – World · China

Donald Trump’s social media company has discussed charging Wall Street traders and investment firms as much as US$100,000 a month for faster access to the US p…

Tech & Startups

Polymarket’s Corporate Structure Is a Mystery—Even to Some of Its Former Employees

Wired · Global

The prediction market’s Panamanian operation seems odd, even for a company whose CEO had his apartment raided by FBI agents.

Tech & Startups

Lyft’s CEO Says, ‘We’re the Good Uber’

Wired · Global

David Risher insists that Lyft has lowered its prices and that customers who only check his competitor’s app are “leaving money on the table.”

Startups

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (July 17, 2026)

Your Story · India

Aurrevia launches Category III AIF, gets $10 million anchor commitment Investment platform Aurrevia has launched its Category III Alternative Investment Fund …

Startups

Aurrevia launches Category III alternative investment fund

Your Story · India

The investment platform has received a $10 million commitment from Kothari Family Office.

Startups

Naturis Cosmetics raises Rs 100 Cr led by Sharrp Ventures

Your Story · India

Naturis Cosmetics will primarily use this funding for expansion activities which includes manufacturing facility and open R&D centre.

Entrepreneurship

He Revived Foxtrot. Now Its Old Bankruptcy Trustee Is Suing the Small Brands He’s Trying to Win Back

Inc. · Global

After the Chicago-based market suddenly collapsed, the retailer’s founder, Mike LaVitola, reclaimed the brand he built. His attempt to relaunch has not been ea…

Geopolitics

Malaysia can’t block MMC Port chief as state doesn’t meddle in company matters: minister

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysia’s government could not interfere in the management of companies and only regulates ⁠shareholding structures, its transport ⁠minister said on Friday, f…

Startups

Becoming Quotient raises ₹7.5 crore to build a career growth platform

Your Story · India

Becoming Quotient raises ₹7.5 crore to build a platform that makes professional growth measurable, portable and owned by employees

Startups

Andhra Pradesh’s founder-first growth strategy; Wipro’s net profit remains flat

Your Story · India

Andhra Pradesh is pushing Mazzucato's entrepreneurial state further, treating entrepreneurship itself as public infrastructure across the state; Wipro delivere…

Tech & Startups

AI-powered travel agency Fora hits unicorn status, raises $60M

TechCrunch · US

Travel agency Fora announced a $60 million Series D round led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, valuing the company at $1 billion.

Startups

Neo Group raises Rs 350 Cr in funding led by Peak XV Partners

Your Story · India

Neo Group will utilise the funding for investment into technology, expand advisory network and introduce new products.

Startups

Conquest BITS Pilani Selects 22 Startups from Over 3,000 Applications for Its 2026 Cohort

Your Story · India

Conquest, Asia's largest student-run startup accelerator and an initiative of BITS Pilani's Centre for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL)

Startups

5 Books that will change your mindset in a weekend

Your Story · India

Discover five powerful books you can read in a weekend that offer fresh perspectives on habits, mindset, purpose, and personal growth.

Startups

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (July 16, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, July 16, 2026.

Tech & Startups

OnePlus, the ‘Flagship-Killer’ Smartphone Brand, Is All but Dead

Wired · Global

The original OnePlus phone disrupted the mobile market 13 years ago with its affordable price and top-end specs. Now, the company is exiting North America and …

Startups

Paytm remains majority Indian-owned for 2nd consecutive quarter

Your Story · India

Paytm's continued increase in domestic ownership comes on the back of the company materially strengthening its operating performance.

Startups

Emergent turns unicorn; Groww's net profit soars 94% in Q1

Your Story · India

Emergent was valued at $300 million during its Series B funding round in January this year. The latest fundraise takes its total capital raised to $230 million…

Tech & Startups

Can Bose Help Skullcandy Shake Its Bargain-Bin Reputation?

Wired · Global

Skullcandy’s audio products aren’t exactly known for their stellar audio quality or noise cancellation, but its latest headphones are getting an assist from Bo…

Tech & Startups

Microsoft is reportedly training salespeople to talk down OpenAI and Anthropic

TechCrunch · US

Microsoft is looking to sell its in-house AI models as more efficient and cost-effective than its competitors' models.

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