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A YC startup is putting $1M behind five unsolved materials science problems for AI
Discovered Materials, a months-old YC startup that uses AI to find chip materials, is offering $200,000 for each solution to five open materials science problems.
Agility is the first pure humanoid robot company on the stock market. Are you buying?
Agility arrives on the Nasdaq today as the first publicly-traded pure-play humanoid robotics company.
Amazon ditches GrubHub, taps Uber Eats for Prime
Amazon has made Uber Eats as its official restaurant delivery partner for Prime members in the United States.
Antara Senior Care, the senior-care business of Max India Limited, today announced the joining of Dr Rachit Gulati, a specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Management and Rheumatology, has joined its Care Home in Delhi NCR. His appointment strengthens Antaras post-operative, transition and high-dependency care for adults aged 18 and above, including seniors, who [] The post Antara Strengthens Post-Operative and High-Dependency Care with Appointment of PMR Specialist Dr Rachit Gulati at Gurugram Care Home appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Spacetech Startup Cosmoserve Nets $6 Mn, Eyes Commercialisation By 2028
Cosmoserve Space has raised $6 Mn in a seed funding round led by Japan-based Rebright Partners. While Aranya Holdings and
India coffee output to miss forecast after below-normal rains
India's Coffee Board has adjusted its coffee production outlook for the fiscal year concluding in March due to insufficient monsoon rains. The revised estimate stands at approximately 380,000 metric tons, a decrease from the previous prediction of over 400,000 tons.
After the midterms, a bigger clash over data centers could be coming
Data center opposition crossed party lines in Tuesdays midterms.
AI PACs spent millions trying to shape Congress
AI industry PACs spent millions influencing the 2026 midterms, with mixed results. Political groups are already looking toward the next election cycle.
While it's not yet clear what kind of product the smartphone startup is cooking up, Nothing's CEO said the product is designed to leverage AI for productivity gains.
Almost no one uses AI agents to book their Uber, company says
During its busiest week last quarter, Uber said only four people booked a ride using an AI agent.
Snapchat surpasses 30M paid subscribers
The milestone comes a year after Snapchat announced a controversial limit on free storage for its Memories feature and informed users it would start requiring users to pay $1.99 per month for additional storage or subscribe to Snapchat+ to retain their Memories.
Mahadev Betting App Promoter Ravi Uppal Arrested In The UAE: Report
Ravi Uppal, co-promoter of the Mahadev online betting app, has reportedly been arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Officials
OpenAI is already trying to shape the 2028 election
OpenAIs Chris Lehane wants AI to define the 2028 election, proposing a new social contract that could benefit Americans while also advancing the AI giants own business interests.
Meta acquires AI coding startup Conductor
The startup allows software engineers to deploy teams of agents to work on various aspects of a project simultaneously.
DuckDuckGo pitches itself to schools amid backlash over Google
DuckDuckGo is courting schools frustrated by Google's AI restrictions, pointing educators to its search engine and options to disable AI features.
Waymo confirms it will split with Uber in January 2028
The split will set up direct competition in those markets, as Uber has many other autonomous vehicle partners on its network.
Sequoia hits rewind, undoing 20 years of expansion
Sequoia is consolidating into a smaller, Bay Areacentered firm, shutting down the programs and offices it built during a 20-year expansion while announcing roughly $10 billion in new funds.
Apple's AI-powered Siri Recaps won me over in just one day, despite my privacy reservations. But there's still room for improvement.
Google faces backlash for plan that would turn off Search for schools that restrict AI
Politicians on the left, like NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani and former FTC chair Lina Khan, accused Google of acting as an unregulated monopoly.
Titan OS raises $46 million to expand its smart TV OS internationally
Titan OS has raised $110 million in funding to date
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Canva lays off over 1,200 people amid slowing growth
Canva is cutting 22% of its staff as it faces its 'hardest year' yet.
MapmyIndia Q2: Profit Rises 90% YoY To
MapmyIndia reported a 90.6% YoY jump in its consolidated net profit for the September quarter (Q2 FY27) to 35.3 Cr
Pine Labs Partners With Stripe To Unify Online, In-Store Payments In Singapore
Listed fintech major Pine Labs has partnered with global payments infrastructure provider Stripe to launch a solution that allows eligible
Sri Ramana Enterprises Becomes a Trusted Name for LEXAN Polycarbonate Sheet
If you've walked past a large construction site or a greenhouse anywhere in South India recently, chances are the roofing overhead came from Sri Ramana Enterprises. The Chennai-based company has been supplying LEXAN Polycarbonate Sheet for close to two decades now, and over that time it's quietly become one of the names builders and farmers [] The post Sri Ramana Enterprises Becomes a Trusted Name for LEXAN Polycarbonate Sheet appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Sony Launches LinkBuds Clip Open-ear Earbuds with All-Day Comfort and AI-Powered Call Clarity
Sony India today announced the launch of the LinkBuds Clip marking a significant upgrade to its audio lineup. Designed for all-day open-ear comfort, featuring three tap-to-switch listening modes, balanced tuning for rich sound, and AI voice pickup for crystal-clear calls. Sony launches LinkBuds Clip with all-day comfort and AI-powered call clarity Open-ear listening [] The post Sony Launches LinkBuds Clip Open-ear Earbuds with All-Day Comfort and AI-Powered Call Clarity appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
From enterprises to SMBs: How Flashfox AI plans to change the hiring game
GetWorks AI hiring business, now spun off as Flashfox AI, is targeting 500 enterprise clients in the next 24 months as it expands into Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
Otto launches voice AI CRM, letting field sales reps update seals with a phone call
New platform replaces post-visit data entry with a two-minute conversation, automatically handling CRM updates, follow-ups, and manager reporting.
From lab to farm: How Proximal Soilsens is developing a glucometer for soil testing
Developed over nearly a decade of research at IIT Bombay, Proximal Soilsenss patented NutriSense X aims to make laboratory-grade soil testing portable, faster and accessible. The device tests multiple soil parameters in seconds, without requiring electricity or elaborate laboratory infrastructure.
KF Finance sets Rs 25,000 crore AUM target for 2030
The company has broadened its financial services beyond vehicle loans, which opens up new avenues for growth. With a seasoned leadership team at the helm, IKF prioritizes good governance and credit discipline.
Fractal Q2: Profit Zooms 139% YoY to
AI and advanced analytics company Fractal more than doubled (139%) its net profit to 79.2 Cr in the second quarter
Anthropic is working on a system to prove AI models
Called FlashProve, the system would let anyone check that an AI response really came from the model it claims to be from.
Data centers are turning to old jet engines as the wait for power grows
The years-long wait for access to the grid and new turbines is causing data center builders to turn to an unusual, less-efficient and less environmentally friendly solution: once-discarded jet engines.
Cybersecurity-focused Ballistic Ventures is seeking to raise $360 million for a new flagship fund and another $130 million for a separate investment vehicle.
Palantir delivered such a huge third-quarter earnings report on Monday that its press release even bragged that the numbers were crushing consensus expectations. Yet, retail investors were lukewarm on the company on Tuesday, with the stock trading slightly down. Thats because Palantirs enterprise sales, its big growth area, showed signs of slowing. First, the good []
Orbital Matter 3D printed the first rigid beam in the vacuum of space
An in-space construction first could be an enabler for the space data centers of the future.
Researchers warned of North Korean hacking tactics years before record $6.3B Binance heist
Cybersecurity experts have long warned of the persistent and patient threat from North Korea's long-running hacks. The world's largest crypto exchange was still caught off-guard.
AI inference startup Fal doubles its valuation to $16B as demand surges
The five-year-old startup raised a $1.3 billion round led by Bessemer.
CrowdStrike said it will buy Fiddler AI, which makes AI agent observability software, and Dreadnode, which helps companies automate AI security testing.
Anthropic is still grappling with the economics of compute
At a moment when Anthropic's compute margins should be getting better, theyre getting worse.
Rivian spinout Also was working on an e-moto project in Kenya
Also co-founder and president Chris Yu told TechCrunch that he wanted to prioritize autonomous vehicles.
[Update] Ola Electric Allots Rights Equity Shares For
Update | November 3, 2026, 21:45 IST EV maker Ola Electric has allotted 37.03 Cr partly paid-up equity shares under
Google will let schools disable its AI tools, but not without sacrificing Search
Schools choosing to restrict AI altogether will no longer be able to access Google Search, as AI features are now integrated into the search engine.
Organic India Launches a Certified Organic Range of Nuts
Business Wire India Organic India, a Tata Consumer Products brand, has announced the launch of its new Certified Organic Nuts & Seeds range in India, marking the brands expansion into the broader space of everyday nutrition. The range debuts with certified organic Almonds, Cashews and Walnuts, along with six seed variants Chia, Flax, Pumpkin, [] The post Organic India Launches a Certified Organic Range of Nuts & Seeds in India appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Apple restricts dating apps and AI companions to users 18 and up
Apple's new App Store rules will require 18+ ratings for dating apps and AI companions that offer sexual or romantic content.
ArisInfra Q2 Profit Rises 78% YoY To
Construction materials marketplace ArisInfras consolidated net profit for the September quarter (Q2 FY27) surged 78.1% to 22.8 Cr from 12.8
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Jewellery startup Giva raises $100 mn in funding round led by Multiples PE, others
This investment will enable Giva to strengthen its leadership team, build manufacturing capabilities and expand its offline presence.
Mobavenue Q2 Profit Rises 54% YoY To
Adtech company Mobavenue, formerly known as Lucent Industries, reported a 54.4% jump in its consolidated net profit to 11.3 Cr
Solgram raises Over $1 million in pre-seed funding led by DSG Consumer Partners and Saama Capital
This funding will bolster its cold-chain infrastructure while improving its technological capabilities.
Yvonne Bajela is bringing $17M in fresh capital to Europe
Evertrue Capital announces $17M debut fund to back early stage AI and fintech.
From GST to e-invoicing: Closing the loop on Digital India
India has already built the rails. It is time to let the invoice travel on them.
The business of running a hospital: Balancing profitability, patient trust and scale
A hospitals financial health depends on more than occupancy and revenue, requiring a careful balance of cost control, cash flow and patient trust.
Azim Premji Foundation launches Social Startups Programme
Bengaluru : The Azim Premji Foundation has launched a Social Startups Programme to support development sector professionals in setting up and leading civil society organisations that address the needs of underserved communities. Many professionals have years of experience working with communities and understand their challenges but lack the financial support and guidance to start organisations []
D2C home appliances brand Nuuk is raising around 100 Cr (about $10.5 Mn) in a funding round led by Wipro
Diwali Buying Guide: Best Ai+ Smartphones and Tablets to Consider This Festive Season
India : Diwali is more than a festival of lights. It is about being together, sharing laughter, creating memories and celebrating the little moments that make life special. From decorating our homes and capturing festive photographs to spending quality time with family and friends, it is the joy of togetherness that makes every celebration memorable. []
Garmin Expands ECG App to Customers in India
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced the ECG App is now available to customers in India with a compatible Garmin smartwatch, including fenix 9, Venu 4, Forerunner 970 and more1,2. The ECG App allows users to record their heart rhythm and check for signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib) whenever they want. Customers can use the ECG [] The post Garmin Expands ECG App to Customers in India appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Google takes Dreambeans to India in bid to bring AI-generated personal stories to the masses
Google's Dreambeans, its latest AI experiment, now supports 13 Indian languages.
Apple may try to increase revenue by doing
Apple hinted at ways that it could spur revenue through third-party opportunities during its Monday night earnings call.
Hinge tests a cheaper plan as users become more fed up paying for dating apps
At a time when people are increasingly tired of dating apps, Hinge is testing a cheaper subscription plan.
Trajectory raises $45M to make AI model training accessible to nontechnical experts
The one-year-old startup is now valued at $300 million.
RSI is the point at which AI grows so good at training itself that it spawns a dramatic acceleration of AI capabilities. To the AI doomers, RSI represents the cataclysm from which there is no return.
New York Times and other outlets sue web browser Brave over alleged content scraping
The New York Times is suing privacy-focused web browser company Brave for allegedly scraping the outlets copyrighted and unlawfully distributing it to its own customers, like Anthropic and Perplexity.
Snap settles lawsuit accusing platform of fueling teen depression and eating disorders
The plaintiffs said they started using YouTube as young as age 3 and other social media platforms at around age 9 and developed compulsive usage habits that they attributed to features such as autoplay and infinite scrolling.
In one of the largest deals in tech history, Marvell buys Lumentum for $115B
Marvell's planned purchase of Lumentum is one of the biggest acquisitions in tech history. And they both have the same strategic investor: Nvidia.
Readwise Books combines an ebook store, reading tracker, detailed reading stats, and AI features in a bid to challenge Amazon's ecosystem.
SpaceX reportedly wants to buy Boost Mobile to compete with AT
SpaceX has been looking for new ways to use its Starlink network, and a tie-up with cellular operator Boost Mobile could give it the terrestrial access it needs.
42AI comes out of stealth with $62.5M and a world model that can
Here's a question straight out of sci-fi: What if AI could predict what you were going to do before you decided to, even in a completely new situation?
ideaForge Returns To Profitability In Q2, Reports Net Profit Of
Dronetech major ideaForge posted a net profit of 6.5 Cr in the September quarter (Q2) of FY27. The company reported
Omen AI adds liquid know-how in $16 million Aquatic Labs acquisition
Two startups tackling the data center water problem are joining forces in a $16 million deal.
A fresh wave of cyberattacks has hit Europe
This is the second wave of cyberattacks to hit supermarket refrigerators in a month, spoiling food and disrupting supplies.
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OpenAI is finally merging ChatGPT
OpenAI said that ChatGPT and Codex will draw usage from the same allocation pool after this change.
Ford said it's making an explicit commitment to its customers that heir vehicle data is safe with the company.
Pixxel Is Indian-Owned And Controlled, Says Founder Amid Backlash Over US Foray
Bengaluru-based spacetech soonicorn Pixxels founder and CEO Awais Ahmed has dismissed questions over the startups Indian ownership and control following
PB Fintech slumps 7% as ad spends bite in Q2; analysts say worst priced in
PB Fintech reported a strong Q2 FY27 with revenue up 35 per cent year-on-year (YoY) at 2,178 crore and profit after tax (PAT) up 43 per cent YoY at 192 crore.
GST decriminalisation decisions set benchmark for trust-based governance: CII
The Confederation of Indian Industry praised the GST Council's recent decisions aimed at decriminalising certain offences. The Council recommended raising the prosecution threshold from Rs 1 crore to Rs 5 crore, promoting trust in businesses.
Borrowed reading: stories from our extended colleagues
Five stories worth your time from our extended colleagues at CIO, Computerworld, Macworld, and PCWorld.
OpenAI might rebrand its data centers as
Data centers are deeply unpopular. But what if we called them something else?
On Equity, we discuss why tech CEO statements can seem so tone deaf.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Sturdy rectengale in a wide wide world
Google made a sturdy phone, but there is increasing competition in the foldable world.
Kenswitch, Kenyas domestic payment switch, has partnered with Wibmo, a PayU company whose technology supports major international payment networks, including Visa and Mastercard, to strengthen authentication for online card payments and support the development of e-commerce transactions routed through domestic infrastructure. The partnership will give financial institutions connected to Kenswitch access to Access Control [] The post Kenswitch Partners with PayUs Wibmo to Strengthen Online Card Security in Kenya appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
The third season of Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power will be released on Amazon Prime Video on November 11, 2026. The season will follow the War of the Elves and Sauron five years after the fall of Eregion. It will show Sauron's attempts to create the One Ring, the rise of the Nazgl and the free people of Middle-earth's fight against Sauron's plans.
ED Arrests Armstrong Exchange Founder Over Alleged Online Betting Scam
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Armstrong Exchange founder Sagar Dash in connection with an alleged online gaming and betting
The rules have changed: T20 batting revolution is here, and India is leading the charge
The growing dominance of batters in T20 cricket is not simply the result of flat pitches, small boundaries or favourable conditions, but a fundamental shift in batting mindset. Teams are treating wickets as expendable resources, with deep batting line-ups encouraging aggressive shot-making. Indias power hitters are at the forefront of this evolution.
Lucknow calling: If the City Of Nawabs could talk, here are 43 things that it would tell us
New-Age Tech Stocks Gain This Week Led By Ather
New-age tech stocks largely advanced this week, with quarterly earnings driving sharp moves in individual counters. Of the 69 stocks
E2W Registrations Rise 2.9% MoM To 2.15 Lakh In October, TVS
Indias electric two-wheeler (E2W) registrations rose 2.9% to 2,14,654 units in October from 2,08,688 units in September, with TVS Motor
Global Hindus Have Wealth But Where Is Their Power? | Swami Vigyananand
Hindus across the world have built wealth, achieved professional success and made their mark in business and academia. But why has this not translated into political power and influence? Swami Vigyananand, Founder of the World Hindu, Foundation, argues that Hindus must move beyond cultural celebrations like Garba and take their place in global decision-making. In this conversation with Ananya Dasgupta, he discusses the challenges facing Hindu communities worldwide, including alleged anti-Hindu bias on Meta, the debate over the use of the term South Asian in reporting on British grooming gangs, and the need for greater representation in politics, media and public institutions. Why is economic success not enough? And what will it take for global Hindus to have a greater voice?
