Startup Daily·Nov 3, 2026·AIMel Perkins looks to ‘refound’ Canva, with 22% of its workforce affectedCanva’s AI reckoning hits 1,270 staff as Mel Perkins ‘refounds’ the giant to revive growth—see what changes next.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·AIStudents using Google search in classroom accounts will need access to AI tools, the company saysStudents using Google search in classroom accounts will need access to AI tools, the company saysRead full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIUK AI minister says a serious cyber breach is ‘extremely likely’UK AI minister Kanishka Narayan said a serious cyber breach is “extremely likely” in both the public and private sector, and that neither is ready. He pointed to extra funding for the AI Security Institute as the government’s response. The UK is “extremely likely” to suffer a…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIAI inference startup Fal doubles its value to $16B in a $1.3B roundFal, which hosts image, video and audio AI models for developers, raised $1.3B led by Bessemer at a $16B valuation, double its April value. Nvidia and T. Rowe Price also invested. Fal plans to spend the money on more computing power and staff. Fal, a startup that runs image, v…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIApple Watch’s always-listening AI tools arrive in the iOS 27.3 betaApple released the first developer betas of iOS 27.3 and watchOS 27.3. They add Audio Intelligence for the latest Apple Watches, a redesigned Health app pulled from iOS 27.2, and Apple Intelligence for China. The full release is due in December. Apple has released the first de…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·AIFirm Tied to Some OpenAI, Anthropic AI Hacks Blames ‘Error’A spate of cyberattacks involving AI agents from some of the world’s top model makers were down to a human error and time pressures at Israeli security company Irregular Security, according to Chief Executive Officer Dan Lahav.Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIAMD needs a big quarter to escape Intel’s fate as AI fears growAMD reports third-quarter results on Tuesday after its shares fell about 17% in two days alongside Intel. Analysts expect revenue to rise 41%, but investors say AMD needs a big beat and a strong outlook as AI spending fears grow. AMD needs a strong quarter and a bold forecast…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIUK’s ARIA will test Lumai’s light-based AI servers in a data centreARIA’s Scaling Inference Lab will deploy Lumai’s Iris servers, which use beams of light to run AI calculations, as its first optical platform. Lumai claims big energy savings, but these have not been independently tested. The lab will test the servers in a commercial data cent…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIUiPath will charge per document for its new finance AI agentsUiPath plans to charge companies for each document its new finance agents process, instead of selling them a software project. Mircea Giurcan, a senior transformation director at UiPath, set out the model on Monday. He spoke at UiPath FUSION, held at Dubai’s Museum of the Futu…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIMeta pays up to borrow $15B as investors grow wary of AI debtMeta is selling at least $15B of dollar bonds in a deal expected to reach at least $20B with a first euro note, Bloomberg reports. It is offering much higher yields than in April, as investors balk at Big Tech’s flood of AI debt. Meta is selling at least $15B of US dollar bond…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIAdaniConneX in talks with global banks for $1.5 billion loan: What will the funds finance?AdaniConneX is reportedly seeking about $1.5 billion in offshore financing for data centres, as Adani and Reliance ramp up investment in AI and digital infrastructure. The expansion reflects India’s growing demand for computing capacity.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAINTT DATA to nearly triple Mangaluru workforce to 2,500 by 2027; expansion to focus on AI, cloudThe proposed expansion is expected to strengthen Mangaluru's position as an emerging technology destination under Karnataka's broader strategy to attract investments and create employment opportunities beyond Bengaluru.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAITallia raises €4 million to bring AI-powered research and review to tax firmsLondon-based AI startup Tallia, formerly known as Revax, has secured €4 million ($4.5 million) in Seed funding to expand its AI-powered research and drafting platform for tax and accountancy professionals. The round was co-led by Outward VC and the Institute of Chartered Accou…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIOpenAI hires former US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll for national securityOpenAI has hired Dan Driscoll, the 26th Secretary of the US Army, the company said on Monday. He takes a new role: senior counselor for national security modernization. Driscoll will advise on how advanced AI can strengthen national and cyber security. He will work with OpenAI…Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·Funding10 European bootstrapped startups who are crushing it in 2026Europe’s startup ecosystem is often associated with major funding rounds, venture capital and ambitious expansion plans. However, some of the continent’s most interesting companies are taking a different approach, building their businesses without relying on external investors…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingZoho founder Sridhar Vembu joins RSS route march in Tamil Nadu: Why the tech billionaire is back in spotlightZoho founder Sridhar Vembu participated in an RSS route march in Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi district on November 1, drawing attention to his earlier remarks about being influenced by a Marxist teacher as a teenager. The procession was part of the RSS's centenary-year celebrations.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·GeneralYes Bank bondholders step up pressure for restoration of ₹8,415 crore AT1 bondsThe association has sought a time-bound restoration plan and clarity on unpaid coupons, while questioning the bank's role in selling the bonds to individual investors.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingLeadershipWhy does IndiGo want lower charges at Mumbai airport? CEO Willie Walsh weighs in on airport investmentsIndiGo CEO Willie Walsh says Mumbai airport’s per-passenger charges should fall after Terminal 1’s redevelopment increases capacity. He argues airport costs affect fares and airlines’ ability to earn returns, and calls for closer scrutiny of airport investments and their impac…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·AIWho is Dan Driscoll? OpenAI hires ex-US Army Secretary and Trump's 'drone guy' to lead national security AI pushOpenAI has appointed former US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll as its senior counsellor for national security modernisation. He will advise the company and its partners on deploying AI in defence, cybersecurity and military operations.Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingReNew Plans 1,500 MW Pumped Storage Project in Odisha With INR 9,000 Crore InvestmentReNew has entered into an MoU with the government of Odisha to set up a 1,500 MW pumped hydro storage project in Ganjam district with an investment of INR 9,000 crore. The project is part of the company’s anticipated INR 45,000 crore investment in Odisha.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingTurning pollution into everyday products – Southampton’s Virdi raises €2.6 million to transform wasteViridi, a British DeepTech that enables the transformation of waste carbon dioxide into chemical products, has closed a €2.6 million (£2.2 million) round to scale their technology, strengthen its team and support its expansion into Asia and the US. The round was led by Odyssey…Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingOBSESS Raises Angel Round for Fitness and Sports PlatformDelhi NCR fitness and sports platform OBSESS has raised an angel round from Pushpendra Singh, Amitt Goel and Harshit Vij.Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingDaily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News - 3 November 2026: GIVA Raises Over $100 Million, India Becomes ChatGPT's Largest MarketGIVA raised over $100 million and four more startups closed rounds, as India became ChatGPT's largest market and Apple posted record revenue in India.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingEvertrue Capital raises €15 million debut fund backed by British Business Bank and Phoenix CourtBritish VC firm Evertrue Capital, the debut fund of Yvonne Bajela, has closed at €15 million ($17 million) aiming to invest €299-€599k (£250k–£500k) at pre-Seed in founders building frontier technologies primarily in the UK and Europe. The fund is backed by Phoenix Court throu…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingJewellery startup Giva raises $100 mn in funding round led by Multiples PE, othersThis investment will enable Giva to strengthen its leadership team, build manufacturing capabilities and expand its offline presence.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIFreightTech startup Conlio secures €6.4 million to expand AI-powered financial automation across EuropeConlio, a German AI-powered financial operations platform for road freight forwarders, today announces a €6.4 million fundraise to expand across Europe – accelerating the automation of financial systems across freight. The fundraise was led by Piton Capital, with participation…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingGIVA raises over $100 Mn in funding round led by Multiples PEMultiples Alternate Asset Management, along with its co-investors, has led a $100 million-plus funding round in fine jewellery brand GIVA. The investment will help the company expand its retail network, strengthen manufacturing capabilities and scale its omnichannel presence.…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingDecoding: Spill Games’ Rs 100 Cr Series A round, valuation and cap tableBengaluru-based mobile gaming startup Spill Games has raised around Rs 100 crore ($10.5 million) in a Series A round led by Elevation Capital, with participation from existing investors Centre Court Capital and PeerCapital. Following the latest allotment, the company's co-foun…Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingWhy Microsoft is Raising $25 Billion in Debt Despite its Huge Cash Holdings?Microsoft has $76.8 billion in cash and short-term investments as of June 2026 but raised $25 billion in its first US investment-grade bond sale since 2017. The net proceeds from the debt offering are expected to be used for capital expenditures, working capital etc.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingFollowing Austria’s first commercial satellite launch, Tumbleweed raises €6.9 million to accelerate space missionsSpaceTech company Tumbleweed has raised €6.9 million, allegedly the largest SpaceTech Seed round ever raised in Austria, four months after the startup put the country’s first commercial satellite in orbit. The round was led by PactVC, with participation from Vanagon Ventures,…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·IPOPee Safe eyes ₹250 cr revenue in FY27 ahead of planned IPO: Co-founder Rithish Kumar in exclusive interview | Top pointsPee Safe is focusing on sub-brands, scaling revenue, expanding retail distribution and market expansion ahead of its ambitious IPO planned for FY29-30, co-founder Rithish Kumar tells Livemint.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAISolo VC Robin Capital closes €15 million second fund to back AI, robotics and space startupsBerlin-based VC firm Robin Capital has closed its second €15 million fund, bringing total commitments across its two early-stage funds to €30 million. The new fund, Robin Capital Fund II, follows the firm’s first €15 million vehicle closed in 2024. It has already made 17 inves…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingUnify Foodworks raises Rs 5 Cr in seed roundUnify Foodworks, the exclusive pan-Indian master franchisee of Moe’s Casa Mexicana and Carvel, has raised Rs 5 crore in a seed funding round through compulsorily convertible debentures (CCDs). The fresh capital will be used to expand the presence of both brands across the Nati…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·AIWho is Tejesh Vaish? IIT Kanpur grad's journey from making samosas, jalebis to AI industry shows hard work pays offTejesh Vaish’s journey from helping his father make samosas and jalebis at a modest sweet shop in Lucknow to building a career in artificial intelligence in Dubai is an inspiring story of perseverance.Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·AIIPOBanking Technology IPOs: How B2B Fintech Companies Can Turn Global Growth Into a Public-Market OpportunityHarshavardhan Pusala, Founder & Managing Director of Techurate, shares insights on IPO readiness, institutional capital, AI-led banking technology, financial governance and choosing the right listing market for global B2B fintech companies.Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·IPOIPO Readiness for Indian Startups: How Growing Businesses Can Turn Public Listing Into a Long-Term Growth OpportunityVinayak Burman, Founder & Managing Partner, VERTICES PARTNERS, shares key legal and governance lessons for startups preparing for an IPO, covering cap tables, investor rights, reverse flips, ESOPs and founder control.Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingTata Group's Agratas Sees Chinese Partner's Board Nominee Exit Ahead of Key LaunchTata Group’s battery joint venture Agratas has lost its board representative from Chinese technical partner AESC Apollo ahead of its commercial rollout. The move comes as Agratas develops its own battery production capabilities and is preparing to scale in India and the UK.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·GeneralWhen Reliance, Thala Ajith joined hands! Mukesh Ambani's FMCG segment expands Independence biscuit portfolio; 9 variantsReliance Consumer Products is expanding its Independence biscuit range with nine variants and 28 new SKUs, launching first across Tamil Nadu. Prices range from ₹5 to ₹125, with distribution through retail and online channels. Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingMicrosoft plans $25 billion through bond sale, interest rates go up to 6.35%: What to knowThese bonds have maturities ranging from 2028 to 2066. Microsoft is issuing 10 tranches of bonds with different interest and maturity dates. Of this $25 billion, the company plans to raise $6 billion through the floating-rate bonds and $19 billion through fixed-rate bonds.Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingExclusive: Armatrix kicks off Rs 67 Cr seed round at 4.8X valuation premiumDeeptech robotics startup Armatrix has raised Rs 67.28 crore in a seed funding round led by UK-based Crane Venture Partners, along with participation from new and existing investors. The fresh funding comes less than a year after its pre-seed round and values the company nearl…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingSolgram raises over $1 Mn in pre-seed round led by DSG Consumer Partners, Saama CapitalGurugram-based premium grocery platform Solgram has raised over $1 million in a pre-seed funding round led by DSG Consumer Partners and Saama Capital. Hospitality entrepreneur Kapil Chopra also participated in the round. The funding comes within a quarter of the company's laun…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingThe Croffle Guys raises Rs 14 Cr from V3 Ventures, N.A.N Partners at Rs 100 Cr valuationMumbai-based quick-service restaurant (QSR) startup The Croffle Guys has raised Rs 14 crore in a funding round led by V3 Ventures, with participation from N.A.N Partners, the family office of Navin Agarwal. The round values the company at Rs 100 crore post-money. The fresh cap…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingWealthtech startup PowerUp Money raises $10 Mn led by Flourish VenturesWealthtech platform PowerUp Money has raised $10 million in a funding round led by Flourish Ventures, with participation from existing investors Peak XV Partners, Accel, Blume Ventures, Kae Capital, 8i Ventures and DeVC. Back in December 2025, PowerUp Money had raised $12 mill…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIFireside Ventures co-founder Vinay Singh to exit after nearly a decadeFireside Ventures co-founder and partner Vinay Singh will exit the firm after nearly a decade, as he plans to explore opportunities in agentic commerce, the venture capital firm said on Monday. Singh joined Fireside Ventures in February 2017 and has invested in consumer busine…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·M&AVedantu revenue grows 17% to Rs 267 Cr in FY26; cuts losses before exceptional itemsThe online education space has been through a sharp shakeout over the past two-three years, with Byju’s collapse and Unacademy’s acquisition by UpGrad reshaping the competitive landscape. Against these odds, Vedantu managed to grow its revenue and improve its operating metrics…Read full story→
Startup Daily·Nov 3, 2026·AICanva doubles down with OpenAI just days after launching its 2nd in-house AI modelCanva leans harder on OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra while racing to slash AI costs with Brush.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingInvestcorp eyes exit from Kitchen Treasures at up to ₹1,000 crore valuationInvestcorp is exploring a sale of its stake in Kitchen Treasures’ parent at a valuation of ₹800-1,000 crore, as investor interest in India’s packaged food market gathers pace.Read full story→
Startup Daily·Nov 3, 2026·AIMel Perkins looks to ‘refound’ Canva, with 22% of its workforce affectedCanva’s AI reckoning hits 1,270 staff as Mel Perkins ‘refounds’ the giant to revive growth—see what changes next.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·AIStudents using Google search in classroom accounts will need access to AI tools, the company saysStudents using Google search in classroom accounts will need access to AI tools, the company saysRead full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIAI inference startup Fal doubles its value to $16B in a $1.3B roundFal, which hosts image, video and audio AI models for developers, raised $1.3B led by Bessemer at a $16B valuation, double its April value. Nvidia and T. Rowe Price also invested. Fal plans to spend the money on more computing power and staff. Fal, a startup that runs image, v…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·AIFirm Tied to Some OpenAI, Anthropic AI Hacks Blames ‘Error’A spate of cyberattacks involving AI agents from some of the world’s top model makers were down to a human error and time pressures at Israeli security company Irregular Security, according to Chief Executive Officer Dan Lahav.Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIUK’s ARIA will test Lumai’s light-based AI servers in a data centreARIA’s Scaling Inference Lab will deploy Lumai’s Iris servers, which use beams of light to run AI calculations, as its first optical platform. Lumai claims big energy savings, but these have not been independently tested. The lab will test the servers in a commercial data cent…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIMeta pays up to borrow $15B as investors grow wary of AI debtMeta is selling at least $15B of dollar bonds in a deal expected to reach at least $20B with a first euro note, Bloomberg reports. It is offering much higher yields than in April, as investors balk at Big Tech’s flood of AI debt. Meta is selling at least $15B of US dollar bond…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAINTT DATA to nearly triple Mangaluru workforce to 2,500 by 2027; expansion to focus on AI, cloudThe proposed expansion is expected to strengthen Mangaluru's position as an emerging technology destination under Karnataka's broader strategy to attract investments and create employment opportunities beyond Bengaluru.Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIOpenAI hires former US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll for national securityOpenAI has hired Dan Driscoll, the 26th Secretary of the US Army, the company said on Monday. He takes a new role: senior counselor for national security modernization. Driscoll will advise on how advanced AI can strengthen national and cyber security. He will work with OpenAI…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingZoho founder Sridhar Vembu joins RSS route march in Tamil Nadu: Why the tech billionaire is back in spotlightZoho founder Sridhar Vembu participated in an RSS route march in Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi district on November 1, drawing attention to his earlier remarks about being influenced by a Marxist teacher as a teenager. The procession was part of the RSS's centenary-year celebrations.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingLeadershipWhy does IndiGo want lower charges at Mumbai airport? CEO Willie Walsh weighs in on airport investmentsIndiGo CEO Willie Walsh says Mumbai airport’s per-passenger charges should fall after Terminal 1’s redevelopment increases capacity. He argues airport costs affect fares and airlines’ ability to earn returns, and calls for closer scrutiny of airport investments and their impac…Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingReNew Plans 1,500 MW Pumped Storage Project in Odisha With INR 9,000 Crore InvestmentReNew has entered into an MoU with the government of Odisha to set up a 1,500 MW pumped hydro storage project in Ganjam district with an investment of INR 9,000 crore. The project is part of the company’s anticipated INR 45,000 crore investment in Odisha.Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingOBSESS Raises Angel Round for Fitness and Sports PlatformDelhi NCR fitness and sports platform OBSESS has raised an angel round from Pushpendra Singh, Amitt Goel and Harshit Vij.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingEvertrue Capital raises €15 million debut fund backed by British Business Bank and Phoenix CourtBritish VC firm Evertrue Capital, the debut fund of Yvonne Bajela, has closed at €15 million ($17 million) aiming to invest €299-€599k (£250k–£500k) at pre-Seed in founders building frontier technologies primarily in the UK and Europe. The fund is backed by Phoenix Court throu…Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIFreightTech startup Conlio secures €6.4 million to expand AI-powered financial automation across EuropeConlio, a German AI-powered financial operations platform for road freight forwarders, today announces a €6.4 million fundraise to expand across Europe – accelerating the automation of financial systems across freight. The fundraise was led by Piton Capital, with participation…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingDecoding: Spill Games’ Rs 100 Cr Series A round, valuation and cap tableBengaluru-based mobile gaming startup Spill Games has raised around Rs 100 crore ($10.5 million) in a Series A round led by Elevation Capital, with participation from existing investors Centre Court Capital and PeerCapital. Following the latest allotment, the company's co-foun…Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingFollowing Austria’s first commercial satellite launch, Tumbleweed raises €6.9 million to accelerate space missionsSpaceTech company Tumbleweed has raised €6.9 million, allegedly the largest SpaceTech Seed round ever raised in Austria, four months after the startup put the country’s first commercial satellite in orbit. The round was led by PactVC, with participation from Vanagon Ventures,…Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAISolo VC Robin Capital closes €15 million second fund to back AI, robotics and space startupsBerlin-based VC firm Robin Capital has closed its second €15 million fund, bringing total commitments across its two early-stage funds to €30 million. The new fund, Robin Capital Fund II, follows the firm’s first €15 million vehicle closed in 2024. It has already made 17 inves…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·AIWho is Tejesh Vaish? IIT Kanpur grad's journey from making samosas, jalebis to AI industry shows hard work pays offTejesh Vaish’s journey from helping his father make samosas and jalebis at a modest sweet shop in Lucknow to building a career in artificial intelligence in Dubai is an inspiring story of perseverance.Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·IPOIPO Readiness for Indian Startups: How Growing Businesses Can Turn Public Listing Into a Long-Term Growth OpportunityVinayak Burman, Founder & Managing Partner, VERTICES PARTNERS, shares key legal and governance lessons for startups preparing for an IPO, covering cap tables, investor rights, reverse flips, ESOPs and founder control.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·GeneralWhen Reliance, Thala Ajith joined hands! Mukesh Ambani's FMCG segment expands Independence biscuit portfolio; 9 variantsReliance Consumer Products is expanding its Independence biscuit range with nine variants and 28 new SKUs, launching first across Tamil Nadu. Prices range from ₹5 to ₹125, with distribution through retail and online channels. Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingExclusive: Armatrix kicks off Rs 67 Cr seed round at 4.8X valuation premiumDeeptech robotics startup Armatrix has raised Rs 67.28 crore in a seed funding round led by UK-based Crane Venture Partners, along with participation from new and existing investors. The fresh funding comes less than a year after its pre-seed round and values the company nearl…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingThe Croffle Guys raises Rs 14 Cr from V3 Ventures, N.A.N Partners at Rs 100 Cr valuationMumbai-based quick-service restaurant (QSR) startup The Croffle Guys has raised Rs 14 crore in a funding round led by V3 Ventures, with participation from N.A.N Partners, the family office of Navin Agarwal. The round values the company at Rs 100 crore post-money. The fresh cap…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIFireside Ventures co-founder Vinay Singh to exit after nearly a decadeFireside Ventures co-founder and partner Vinay Singh will exit the firm after nearly a decade, as he plans to explore opportunities in agentic commerce, the venture capital firm said on Monday. Singh joined Fireside Ventures in February 2017 and has invested in consumer busine…Read full story→
Startup Daily·Nov 3, 2026·AICanva doubles down with OpenAI just days after launching its 2nd in-house AI modelCanva leans harder on OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra while racing to slash AI costs with Brush.Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIUK AI minister says a serious cyber breach is ‘extremely likely’UK AI minister Kanishka Narayan said a serious cyber breach is “extremely likely” in both the public and private sector, and that neither is ready. He pointed to extra funding for the AI Security Institute as the government’s response. The UK is “extremely likely” to suffer a…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIApple Watch’s always-listening AI tools arrive in the iOS 27.3 betaApple released the first developer betas of iOS 27.3 and watchOS 27.3. They add Audio Intelligence for the latest Apple Watches, a redesigned Health app pulled from iOS 27.2, and Apple Intelligence for China. The full release is due in December. Apple has released the first de…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIAMD needs a big quarter to escape Intel’s fate as AI fears growAMD reports third-quarter results on Tuesday after its shares fell about 17% in two days alongside Intel. Analysts expect revenue to rise 41%, but investors say AMD needs a big beat and a strong outlook as AI spending fears grow. AMD needs a strong quarter and a bold forecast…Read full story→
The Next Web·Nov 3, 2026·AIUiPath will charge per document for its new finance AI agentsUiPath plans to charge companies for each document its new finance agents process, instead of selling them a software project. Mircea Giurcan, a senior transformation director at UiPath, set out the model on Monday. He spoke at UiPath FUSION, held at Dubai’s Museum of the Futu…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAIAdaniConneX in talks with global banks for $1.5 billion loan: What will the funds finance?AdaniConneX is reportedly seeking about $1.5 billion in offshore financing for data centres, as Adani and Reliance ramp up investment in AI and digital infrastructure. The expansion reflects India’s growing demand for computing capacity.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingAITallia raises €4 million to bring AI-powered research and review to tax firmsLondon-based AI startup Tallia, formerly known as Revax, has secured €4 million ($4.5 million) in Seed funding to expand its AI-powered research and drafting platform for tax and accountancy professionals. The round was co-led by Outward VC and the Institute of Chartered Accou…Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·Funding10 European bootstrapped startups who are crushing it in 2026Europe’s startup ecosystem is often associated with major funding rounds, venture capital and ambitious expansion plans. However, some of the continent’s most interesting companies are taking a different approach, building their businesses without relying on external investors…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·GeneralYes Bank bondholders step up pressure for restoration of ₹8,415 crore AT1 bondsThe association has sought a time-bound restoration plan and clarity on unpaid coupons, while questioning the bank's role in selling the bonds to individual investors.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·AIWho is Dan Driscoll? OpenAI hires ex-US Army Secretary and Trump's 'drone guy' to lead national security AI pushOpenAI has appointed former US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll as its senior counsellor for national security modernisation. He will advise the company and its partners on deploying AI in defence, cybersecurity and military operations.Read full story→
EU-Startups·Nov 3, 2026·FundingTurning pollution into everyday products – Southampton’s Virdi raises €2.6 million to transform wasteViridi, a British DeepTech that enables the transformation of waste carbon dioxide into chemical products, has closed a €2.6 million (£2.2 million) round to scale their technology, strengthen its team and support its expansion into Asia and the US. The round was led by Odyssey…Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingDaily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News - 3 November 2026: GIVA Raises Over $100 Million, India Becomes ChatGPT's Largest MarketGIVA raised over $100 million and four more startups closed rounds, as India became ChatGPT's largest market and Apple posted record revenue in India.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingJewellery startup Giva raises $100 mn in funding round led by Multiples PE, othersThis investment will enable Giva to strengthen its leadership team, build manufacturing capabilities and expand its offline presence.Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingGIVA raises over $100 Mn in funding round led by Multiples PEMultiples Alternate Asset Management, along with its co-investors, has led a $100 million-plus funding round in fine jewellery brand GIVA. The investment will help the company expand its retail network, strengthen manufacturing capabilities and scale its omnichannel presence.…Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingWhy Microsoft is Raising $25 Billion in Debt Despite its Huge Cash Holdings?Microsoft has $76.8 billion in cash and short-term investments as of June 2026 but raised $25 billion in its first US investment-grade bond sale since 2017. The net proceeds from the debt offering are expected to be used for capital expenditures, working capital etc.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·IPOPee Safe eyes ₹250 cr revenue in FY27 ahead of planned IPO: Co-founder Rithish Kumar in exclusive interview | Top pointsPee Safe is focusing on sub-brands, scaling revenue, expanding retail distribution and market expansion ahead of its ambitious IPO planned for FY29-30, co-founder Rithish Kumar tells Livemint.Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingUnify Foodworks raises Rs 5 Cr in seed roundUnify Foodworks, the exclusive pan-Indian master franchisee of Moe’s Casa Mexicana and Carvel, has raised Rs 5 crore in a seed funding round through compulsorily convertible debentures (CCDs). The fresh capital will be used to expand the presence of both brands across the Nati…Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·AIIPOBanking Technology IPOs: How B2B Fintech Companies Can Turn Global Growth Into a Public-Market OpportunityHarshavardhan Pusala, Founder & Managing Director of Techurate, shares insights on IPO readiness, institutional capital, AI-led banking technology, financial governance and choosing the right listing market for global B2B fintech companies.Read full story→
StartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories ·Nov 3, 2026·FundingTata Group's Agratas Sees Chinese Partner's Board Nominee Exit Ahead of Key LaunchTata Group’s battery joint venture Agratas has lost its board representative from Chinese technical partner AESC Apollo ahead of its commercial rollout. The move comes as Agratas develops its own battery production capabilities and is preparing to scale in India and the UK.Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingMicrosoft plans $25 billion through bond sale, interest rates go up to 6.35%: What to knowThese bonds have maturities ranging from 2028 to 2066. Microsoft is issuing 10 tranches of bonds with different interest and maturity dates. Of this $25 billion, the company plans to raise $6 billion through the floating-rate bonds and $19 billion through fixed-rate bonds.Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingSolgram raises over $1 Mn in pre-seed round led by DSG Consumer Partners, Saama CapitalGurugram-based premium grocery platform Solgram has raised over $1 million in a pre-seed funding round led by DSG Consumer Partners and Saama Capital. Hospitality entrepreneur Kapil Chopra also participated in the round. The funding comes within a quarter of the company's laun…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·FundingWealthtech startup PowerUp Money raises $10 Mn led by Flourish VenturesWealthtech platform PowerUp Money has raised $10 million in a funding round led by Flourish Ventures, with participation from existing investors Peak XV Partners, Accel, Blume Ventures, Kae Capital, 8i Ventures and DeVC. Back in December 2025, PowerUp Money had raised $12 mill…Read full story→
Entrackr : Latest Posts·Nov 3, 2026·M&AVedantu revenue grows 17% to Rs 267 Cr in FY26; cuts losses before exceptional itemsThe online education space has been through a sharp shakeout over the past two-three years, with Byju’s collapse and Unacademy’s acquisition by UpGrad reshaping the competitive landscape. Against these odds, Vedantu managed to grow its revenue and improve its operating metrics…Read full story→
mint - companies·Nov 3, 2026·FundingInvestcorp eyes exit from Kitchen Treasures at up to ₹1,000 crore valuationInvestcorp is exploring a sale of its stake in Kitchen Treasures’ parent at a valuation of ₹800-1,000 crore, as investor interest in India’s packaged food market gathers pace.Read full story→
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