Shita-machi Brewery HIKOBE: Revitalizing Regional Connections

Shita-machi Brewery HIKOBE: Revitalizing Regional Connections

The Shita-machi Brewery HIKOBE stands as a new regional hub in Gojyome, Akita prefecture, home to a sake brewery established in 1688. In an endeavor to enhance its facilities, we undertook a micro expansion project characterized by large doors and triangular canopies. This initiative aimed to reconfigure structural stability, thermal conditions, and introduce new functionalities […]

Writ in Water: A Reflection on History and Human Rights

Writ in Water: A Reflection on History and Human Rights

Writ in Water stands as the inaugural permanent commission for the National Trust through Trust New Art, aiming to offer a space for enduring contemplation on the significance of Magna Carta and its profound impact on the history of human rights. The project, spearheaded by Mark Wallinger, enlisted the collaboration of Studio Octopi to bring […]

Revelations from “The Cult of We”

A new book titled “The Cult of We: WeWork, Adam Neumann, and the Great Startup Delusion” sheds light on the inner workings of WeWork, revealing startling details about the company’s educational venture, WeGrow, and its founder, Adam Neumann, and his wife, Rebekah Neumann. WeGrow’s Unconventional Setting The book unveils the unconventional setting of WeGrow, housed […]

Challenging Confidentiality Agreements A Conversation with Ifeoma Ozoma

Former Pinterest employee Ifeoma Ozoma has emerged as a prominent figure in advocating against nondisclosure and non-disparagement agreements that muzzle tech workers from discussing instances of workplace misconduct like harassment and discrimination. Following Ozoma’s public disclosure last year regarding racism and discrimination at Pinterest, she has repeatedly defied her own NDA by speaking out about […]

Major Investments in Indian Businesses June 2021

In June 2021, Indian businesses witnessed a significant influx of capital, totaling approximately $4.1 billion across 121 deals, as reported by Aurum Equity Partners. Notably, top investors including Sequoia Capital, Tiger Global, Accel, Blume, and Elevation Capital were prominent players in the investment landscape during the month. Vini Cosmetics Secures $625 Million Investment from KKR […]

Swimply The Airbnb for Pools Making a Splash This Summer

Swimply, an app often likened to the “Airbnb for pools,” has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity amid the pandemic, allowing individuals to rent private pools by the hour. Founded in 2018, the platform has witnessed an astounding 4,000% growth over the past year, facilitating over 120,000 bookings as public pools faced closures due to […]

Eruditus Emerges as India’s Fourth Edtech Unicorn

Eruditus, a Mumbai-based edtech company, has secured a remarkable $650 million in its latest funding round led by investment giants Accel and SoftBank. This funding round has propelled Eruditus to a valuation of $3.2 billion, cementing its position as the third highest-valued edtech startup in India. Funding and Valuation The funding round also saw participation […]

Elon Musk Unveils Vision for Electric Robots

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, never fails to surprise with his ambitious ideas. During Tesla’s recent “AI day” event, Musk introduced an unexpected addition to the company’s portfolio: a humanoid robot called the “Tesla Bot.” Standing nearly 6 feet tall, this robot aims to alleviate humans from mundane and repetitive physical tasks, such as […]

Yellow Class Secures $6 Million in Series A Funding Round

Edtech startup Yellow Class has announced a significant milestone, raising $6 million in a Series A funding round led by Elevation Capital. The round saw participation from existing investors India Quotient, Titan Capital, and First Cheque, along with several prominent industry figures. Funding Details and Investors Elevation Capital spearheaded the Series A funding round, highlighting […]

Credit Fair Secures $15 Million in Seed Funding Round

Consumer lending fintech startup Credit Fair has announced a significant milestone, raising $15 million in its seed funding round. The funding, a blend of debt and equity, underscores the growing traction of Credit Fair’s innovative approach to offering financial solutions to Indians. Funding Details and Investors Led by prominent angel investors Anand Ladsariya, CEO of […]