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BYJU’s Expands Its Edtech Empire with Great Learning Acquisition

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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2 min read

BYJU’s, the Bengaluru-based edtech behemoth, continues its aggressive expansion spree, recently announcing the acquisition of Singapore-headquartered upskilling platform Great Learning for a staggering $600 million. This move comes hot on the heels of BYJU’s acquisition of US-based reading startup Epic for a whopping half a billion dollars. The Deal Breakdown The $600 million deal comprises […]

Exploring Intriguing Tech Narratives Must-Read Stories for the Weekend

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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2 min read

In the spirit of the holiday weekend, we’re shaking things up a bit with this week’s newsletter. Instead of our regular updates, we’ve curated a selection of our most compelling long reads from the past month. So whether you’re lounging at the beach, hiking in the mountains, or simply relaxing in your backyard, you have […]

Fintech Developments in India A Recap of Recent Mega Deals and Launches

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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3 min read

As India observed its Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) week, the fintech sector witnessed a flurry of activities aimed at bolstering support for this crucial segment. Over the past few days, numerous fintech companies, regardless of their size, have unveiled new services, products, and initiatives designed to aid small businesses across India. Here’s a […]

TartanSense Raises $5 Million in Funding for Agricultural Robots

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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2 min read

TartanSense, an Indian startup specializing in the development of small agricultural robots to aid farmers in tasks like weeding and pest control, has secured $5 million in funding. The Series A round was led by FMC Ventures and Omnivore, with Blume Ventures also participating. Background and Funding Founded by Jaisimha Rao, an alumnus of Carnegie […]

Vegrow Secures $13 Million in Series A Funding Led by Lightspeed and Elevation

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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2 min read

Agritech startup Vegrow, specializing in business-to-business (B2B) sourcing of fruits and vegetables, has announced a successful Series A funding round, raising $13 million. The funding round was co-led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and Elevation Capital, with participation from existing investors Matrix Partners India, Ankur Capital, Better Capital, and Titan Capital. This latest investment follows Vegrow’s […]

AgNext Secures $21 Million to Expand Globally

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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2 min read

Agritech startup AgNext has successfully raised $21 million in funding to fuel its expansion into international markets, including the Middle East, Europe, and South Asia. The funding round, led by Alpha Wave Incubation (AWI), with participation from existing investors Omnivore and Kalaari Capital, marks a significant milestone for AgNext’s growth strategy. International Expansion and New […]

Byju’s Eyes Acquisition of Vedantu: A Strategic Move in EdTech

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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2 min read

After its recent acquisition of rival Toppr, Byju’s, the world’s highest-valued edtech startup, is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Vedantu, another prominent player in the Indian online tutoring sector. The potential acquisition, estimated at $700-800 million, underscores Byju’s aggressive expansion strategy in the K12 (kindergarten to grade 12) education domain. Consolidating Dominance in EdTech […]

Empowering PCOS Patients: Veera Health’s $3 Million Funding Round

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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2 min read

Founded in August 2020 by sisters Shobhita and Shashwata Narain, Veera Health aims to address the healthcare needs of women suffering from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) through a comprehensive digital platform offering medical care, nutrition therapy, lifestyle coaching, and doctor support. With a recent infusion of $3 million in funding from investors including Sequoia Capital […]

Empowering Aspiring Makeup Artists: Vah Vah!’s Seed Funding from Sequoia’s Surge

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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3 min read

Vah Vah!, an online vocational education startup, has secured $1.85 million in seed funding from Sequoia Capital India’s accelerator program Surge. The company, founded by Shailesh Daxini, Eashwar Subbiah, and Akash Senapaty in October 2020, specializes in offering professional makeup and hairstyling courses to individuals seeking to enhance their skills and pursue careers in the […]

Rethinking Company Wellbeing in the Era of Remote Work

Louise Bonnet / 55 years
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2 min read

As remote work becomes the norm for many companies, the traditional approach to employee wellbeing is undergoing a transformation. With workers spending more time at home, commuting less, and facing new challenges related to work-life balance, organizations are reevaluating their strategies for promoting health and wellness among their staff. Personalized Wellbeing Support In response to […]

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BYJU’s Expands Its Edtech Empire with Great Learning Acquisition

Exploring Intriguing Tech Narratives Must-Read Stories for the Weekend

Fintech Developments in India A Recap of Recent Mega Deals and Launches

TartanSense Raises $5 Million in Funding for Agricultural Robots

Vegrow Secures $13 Million in Series A Funding Led by Lightspeed and Elevation

AgNext Secures $21 Million to Expand Globally

Byju’s Eyes Acquisition of Vedantu: A Strategic Move in EdTech

Empowering PCOS Patients: Veera Health’s $3 Million Funding Round

Empowering Aspiring Makeup Artists: Vah Vah!’s Seed Funding from Sequoia’s Surge

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