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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.
Reddit tests ads in search results as traffic declines and growth concerns mount
The new ad placements could help Reddit squeeze more revenue from existing users as Google's AI search changes how people discover its content.
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.
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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.
Green-debt fees hit nearly $3 billion, topping fossil fuels for fifth year
For the fifth consecutive year, leading global banks generated more revenue from green projects than fossil fuel financing. Data shows these banks earned approximately $3 billion from climate-related financing this year. Major players include Bank of China, BNP Paribas, and Deutsche Bank for green bonds. However, US banks dominated the fossil fuel financing deals, led by Wells Fargo and JPMorgan.
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.
Web host Squarespace lays off 19% of its employees
The website builder said that the job losses are part of a broader restructuring of its organization.
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
Northwood Space raises $375M Series C at a $2B valuation from a16z and DFJ growth
Space infrastructure company Northwood Space on Monday said it had raised $375 million in a Series C round co-led by Andreessen Horowitz and DFJ Growth, valuing the company at $2 billion.
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
India-New Zealand FTA: Expanding Indias footprint in Oceania
More than a trade deal, the India-New Zealand FTA is a strategic gateway to new markets, fresh investment and stronger capabilities, positioning India to compete, connect, and grow across the Asia-Pacific.
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.
16 Alpha Appoints 22-Year-Old Priyanshu Priyank, Making Him India
Business Wire India 16 Alpha has appointed Priyanshu Priyank as Fund Manager of 16 Alpha Alternatives Technologies Fund, making him Indias youngest fund manager at 22. The appointment reflects the firms commitment to empowering exceptional young investment talent. Founded by Pushan Jain, 16 Alpha launched its first SEBI-registered Category III Alternative Investment Fund in February [] The post 16 Alpha Appoints 22-Year-Old Priyanshu Priyank, Making Him Indias Youngest Fund Manager appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
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 .
Data centers are now a midterm issue, even in Brooklyn
At a Brooklyn midterm party five days before Election Day, every conversation, from a council members fireside chat to a debate about the Democratic Party, kept circling back to AI and data centers.
Apple CEO says the company doesn
Apple's new CEO defended the company's current position in the AI landscape.
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Judge allows NAACP lawsuit over xAI data center pollution to move forward
An NAACP lawsuit accuses the SpaceX-owned AI company of violating the Clean Air Act.
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
Barcelona vs Deportivo Alaves LIVE Streaming, La Liga 2026-27 LIVE Telecast: When And Where To Watch
Barcelona vs Deportivo Alaves LIVE Streaming, La Liga 2026-27 LIVE Telecast: When And Where To Watch
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
OpenAI reportedly lowers funding target for new round
OpenAIs latest funding round doesn't seem to be living up to expectations.
From restaurant guides to payments, here
TikTok may be working to become the app that people use for most of their digital activities.
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
I took two iPhones on vacation. The Duo won me over.
The iPhone Duo has its frustrations, but its also fun and engaging enough that I didnt want to switch back to my Pro Max.
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?
Finnable, a fast-growing NBFC building Indias most-trusted digital-first lending platform, announced the appointment of Shrimohan Yadav as an Independent Director on its Board, effective February 2026. Finnable appoints Shrimohan Yadav as an Independent Director on its Board, effective February 2026 Mr. Yadav brings 36 years of banking experience, including 29 years at the [] The post Finnable Appoints Shrimohan Yadav, Former RBI Chief General Manager, as Independent Director on its Board appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Exclusive: D2C Skincare Brand Numour In Talks To Raise $3.1 Mn From Sharrp Ventures
Delhi NCR-based D2C skincare brand Numour is in talks to raise nearly $3.1 Mn (about 30 Cr) in a funding
Walmart Probes Flipkart Employees Over Alleged
US retail giant Walmart has launched an investigation into allegations that employees at its subsidiary Flipkart received over 150 Cr
Pile-ins, payouts, and pacing pressure: the investors behind the VCs open up
The money behind the money is thrilled, mostly.
Indian startup funding activity remained muted in the last week of October. Homegrown new-age tech ventures managed to raise $130.2
Exclusive: upliance.ai In Talks To Raise Up To $4 Mn For R
D2C home appliance startup upliance.ai is in advanced talks to raise $3 Mn to $4 Mn (around 28-37 Cr) in
Update | Oct 30, 19:55 IST The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has cleared Prosus investment in Navi to acquire
Crompton Honoured with Mahatma Award 2026 for Driving Community Impact
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited (Crompton) has been honoured with the Mahatma Award 2026 in the Community Initiatives category, an initiative of the Mahatma Foundation hosted by Liveweek Group, for its efforts to drive positive social impact through the Crompton CSR Foundation (CCF). The recognition highlights the Foundations work in strengthening water security and rural [] The post Crompton Honoured with Mahatma Award 2026 for Driving Community Impact appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Bajaj Finance Credit Pulse Report: Check Credit Scores and Gain Insights into Credit Health
A credit score can offer useful insights into a person's credit history and repayment behaviour. For borrowers, understanding this score can help them assess their credit profile, identify areas that may need attention and make informed financial decisions. Bajaj Finance Credit Pulse Report: Check Credit Scores and Gain Insights into Credit Health The [] The post Bajaj Finance Credit Pulse Report: Check Credit Scores and Gain Insights into Credit Health appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Pine Labs Hits New High, Ace Blend Bags $9.9 Mn
Pine Labs Sees Profits Swell Pine Labs put up a strong show in Q2 FY27. Buoyed by broad-based improvement across
Thyrocare Q2 Profit Slips 68% YoY To
PharmEasy-backed Thyrocares net profit for the September quarter (Q2 FY27) slumped 68.2% year-on-year (YoY) to 15.2 Cr from 47.8 Cr
Fino Payments Bank posted a second consecutive quarter of loss in Q2 FY27, reporting a net loss of 20.9 Cr
Update | October 29, 19:45 IST A week after the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) took action against seven ecommerce
Philips Strengthens Its Sleep and Respiratory Care Portfolio With the Launch of Oxygenate 5 in India
Business Wire India As India faces a significant burden of chronic respiratory conditions, Philips, a global leader in health technology, launches Oxygenate 5 in India. Designed for people requiring long-term supplemental oxygen at home, the new stationary oxygen concentrator brings together dependable oxygen delivery with patient-centric features designed around the everyday experience of therapy. [] The post Philips Strengthens Its Sleep and Respiratory Care Portfolio With the Launch of Oxygenate 5 in India appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
BlackBuck Q2: Profit Rises 42% YoY To
Trucking platform BlackBuck reported a 41.8% jump in consolidated net profit to 41.4 Cr in the September quarter of FY27
QualityKiosk Technologies Becomes QKTech, Advancing Engineering Reliability for the AI Era
Business Wire India QualityKiosk Technologies today announced its rebrand to QKTech, marking the next phase of the company's evolution as enterprises move from conventional digital systems to AI-driven and autonomous technology environments. For 26 years, QualityKiosk has made enterprise technology dependable. QKTech extends reliability across applications, platforms, AI models, intelligent systems and autonomous agents. Every [] The post QualityKiosk Technologies Becomes QKTech, Advancing Engineering Reliability for the AI Era appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Shadowfax Q2 Profit Zooms Over 5X YoY To
Logistics company Shadowfax reported an over 5X year-on-year (YoY) jump in its net profit for the September quarter (Q2 FY27)
AI is part of solution for climate change, COP31 pledge says
Turkey is set to introduce a pledge at the upcoming COP31 climate summit in Antalya. This pledge suggests that artificial intelligence can help in combating climate change effectively. However, data centers are reportedly increasing fossil fuel emissions significantly, raising environmental concerns.
Fintech Startups To Watch: Startups That Caught Our Eye In October
The question of when Indias Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will finally be monetised has remained at the centre of the
Exclusive: Holiday Tribe In Talks To Raise
Traveltech startup Holiday Tribe is in talks to raise around 50 Cr (about $5.2 Mn) in a fresh funding round,
Business Wire India More than 10,000 participants, according to the organisers, gathered at Talkatora Indoor Stadium on 27 October for the Gurjar Swabhiman Rally and National Conference, organised by the Akhil Bharatiya Gurjar Mahasabha. The programme combined a celebration of community identity with a forward-looking agenda on education, social reform, women's empowerment, youth development and [] The post Gurjar Swabhiman Rally in Delhi Unites 10,000+ Participants from Across India; Gujarat CM Bhupendrabhai Patel Joins as Chief Guest at Akhil Bharatiya Gurjar Mahasabhas Call for Education, Social Reform and Greater Representation appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
CAIT, NASSCOM sign pact to train traders across India in AI, cyber security, digital marketing
The pact, signed under Tech Connect for Traders and MSMEs Accelerating Digital Transformation, was witnessed by Minister of State for Electronics and IT Jitin Prasada
