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ESOP Buybacks: 9,000+ Startup Employees Made Over $158 Mn In 2025

India, Dec. 1 -- The year 2025 turned out to be an eventful one for Indian startup IPOs. Over 15 new-age tech companies, spanning sectors like fintech, cleantech and coworking, hit the bourses, unders... Read More


Smartphone Makers Asked To Preload Sanchar Saathi App For Cyber Security

India, Dec. 1 -- The telecom ministry has directed smartphone companies to preload government-backed cyber safety app, Sanchar Saathi, on all new devices sold in India. The app will be locked on the p... Read More


Finfactor Raises $15 Mn To Offer B2B Account Aggregator Solutions

India, Dec. 1 -- NBFC aggregator platform Finvu's parent Finfactor has raised $15 Mn (around INR 134.3 Cr) in its Series A funding round led by WestBridge Capital, along with participation from Varani... Read More


Meesho IPO: Vidit Aatrey On The Valmo Edge And Why Quick Commerce Is Not A Priority

India, Dec. 1 -- From a fashion-based quick delivery platform (Fashnear) in 2015 to a social commerce network, to a full-stack ecommerce model, and finally to a technology enabler of logistics compani... Read More


DoT Mandates SIM Binding For WhatsApp, Telegram

India, Dec. 1 -- The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has directed online messaging platforms to enforce mandatory SIM binding for all users, a move which will affect Meta-owned WhatsApp, Telegr... Read More


Temasek-Backed Atomberg Eyes $200 Mn IPO

India, Dec. 1 -- Temasek-backed home appliances startup Atomberg Technologies is preparing for a $200 Mn (about INR 1,790 Cr) IPO. The startup has begun early talks with investment banks and is expec... Read More


Fractal IPO: Turning Point For Indian Deeptech Or More AI Hype?

India, Dec. 1 -- It's been billed as India's first AI IPO. Fractal, a veteran in the Indian tech landscape, is all set for its public listing. Over the last 18 months, the Indian ecosystem has seen d... Read More


E2W Registrations: TVS Motor Back In Lead, Ola Slips To Fifth Position In November

India, Dec. 1 -- Automotive major TVS Motor reclaimed the top spot in electric two-wheeler (E2W) registrations in November, with Bajaj Auto dropping to the second position. TVS Motor, which sells mod... Read More


UPI Transactions Decline Marginally To 20.47 Bn In November

India, Dec. 1 -- In the post-festive lull, UPI transactions declined marginally to 20.47 Bn in November from 20.70 Bn in October. As per the National Payments Corporation of India's (NPCI's) data, th... Read More


VinFast To Foray Into Indian EV Two-Wheeler, Ride-Hailing Market Next Year

India, Dec. 1 -- Vietnam-based EV major VinFast is set to enter the burgeoning electric two-wheeler (E2W) market in India after the launch of its EV cars, VF7 and VF6, earlier this year. The company ... Read More