A naukri.com initiative
Funding News
Bloomberg Quint
1d
302
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Influencer Content Outperforming Traditional Ads? Kantar Says 2X More Effective
- Kantar's report reveals that influencer content is twice as effective as traditional advertisements, with viewers spending an average of 17.8 seconds on influencer content compared to 7.9 seconds on normal branded content.
- 67% of consumers trust influencer recommendations more than traditional ads, according to Kantar's study.
- Influencer content scores higher in average visibility duration, aiding short-term sales and showing strengths in 'brand attributes' and 'purchase intent'. However, its long-term brand equity impact is reported to be weaker.
- The report also highlights a shift towards shorter ad durations in both social media and television, with short-form ad content gaining popularity. Kantar also announced the winners of 'Kantar Creative Effectiveness Awards India 2025', with Ogilvy securing three awards.
Read Full Article
18 Likes
Bloomberg Quint
1d
202
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Rupee Vs Dollar: Indian Currency Slips After Three Weeks Of Gains Over Trade Woes
- The Indian rupee slipped after a three-week gaining streak against the US dollar, ending 0.5% lower for the period ending July 11.
- The rupee depreciated by 16 paise to close at 85.80 for a dollar on Friday amidst trade concerns.
- President Donald Trump's tariff threats and uncertainties around US trade policy have pressured the rupee and other Asian currencies.
- The dollar index rose 0.6% this week, impacting currency movements, with the rupee being the second-worst performer in Asia.
Read Full Article
12 Likes
Bloomberg Quint
1d
189
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
India Plans Rs 1,345-Crore Scheme To Boost Rare-Earth-Magnet Production Amid China's Export Restrictions
- India plans a Rs 1,345-crore scheme to boost rare-earth-magnet production to secure critical supply chains for clean energy and manufacturing amid China's export restrictions.
- The scheme aims to incentivize domestic production of rare earth magnets essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and other applications, reducing strategic risks posed by sudden supply disruptions or price shocks.
- This initiative falls under the self-reliant India program to localize production of key components in high-tech industries and reduce reliance on China's dominance in the global supply chain for rare earth elements.
- India lacks large-scale processing and magnet-making capabilities for rare earth minerals, relying on imports from China and other suppliers, highlighting the importance of boosting domestic production.
Read Full Article
10 Likes
Bloomberg Quint
1d
359
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Sales Volume Of Used Cars Likely To Grow 8-10% In FY26: Crisil Ratings
- The sales volume of used cars is projected to increase by 8-10% in the 2025-26 fiscal year as per a report by Crisil Ratings.
- Improved digital adoption and access to finance are key drivers for this growth, with sales expected to reach around six million units.
- The ratio of used-to-new car sales has risen to 1.4 in five years, and the market value of used cars is estimated to be around Rs 4 lakh crore.
- Organised players in the sector are incurring high operational costs but are expected to achieve breakeven at the operating profit level in the current fiscal year.
Read Full Article
21 Likes
Bloomberg Quint
1d
459
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Titan Announces Senior Management Rejig; Ajoy Chawla To Be MD From Jan 2026
- Titan Company Ltd announced senior management changes with Ajoy Chawla becoming the Managing Director from Jan. 1, 2026.
- Current CEO of the company's jewellery division, Ajoy Chawla will succeed C K Venkataraman.
- Arun Narayan will take over as CEO of the jewellery division from Jan. 1, 2026, while Kuruvilla Markose will lead the watches division from August 13, 2025.
- Suparna Mitra has resigned as CEO of the Watches Division, and Arun Narayan will succeed Ajoy Chawla as CEO of the jewellery division.
Read Full Article
21 Likes
TechCrunch
1d
153
Image Credit: TechCrunch
RealSense spins out of Intel to scale its stereoscopic imaging technology
- RealSense, a technology company specializing in stereoscopic imaging, has spun out of Intel after 14 years of development within the semiconductor giant.
- RealSense's stereoscopic imaging technology uses two images of the same object from different angles to create depth and is enhanced with infrared light, aiding robots, drones, autonomous vehicles, and facial authentication systems in understanding the physical world.
- CEO Nadav Orbach highlighted the importance of RealSense's 3D perception abilities for machines operating in the physical world, noting the applicability of their technology in various sectors beyond robotics, such as fish farms and food tracking in restaurants.
- RealSense's independence aims to meet the increasing demand for its technology, with a recent $50 million Series A funding round to boost go-to-market efforts, enhance technology for improved safety, and realize advancements in human-robot interactions and access control.
Read Full Article
9 Likes
Bloomberg Quint
1d
141
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Suzlon Energy Gets Motilal Oswal's 'Buy' Rating As It Re-Initiates Coverage
- Suzlon Energy receives a 'buy' rating from Motilal Oswal with a target price of Rs 82, implying a 24% upside from current levels.
- Suzlon Energy reported a nearly five-fold increase in consolidated net profit for the March quarter.
- The positive outlook for Suzlon Energy is driven by regulatory tailwinds, a robust order book, and prospective orders like the 1.5GW NTPC orders.
- Motilal Oswal projects total new orders of approximately 4GW for Suzlon Energy in FY26, leading to a closing order book of approximately 6.5GW.
Read Full Article
8 Likes
Bloomberg Quint
1d
30
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
NHAI To Bid Out 124 Road Projects Worth Rs 3.4 Lakh Crore In Fiscal 2026
- NHAI plans to bid out 124 highways and expressways projects worth Rs 3.4 lakh crore in 2025-26, totaling 6,376 km in length.
- Projects will be executed under three modes: Build Operate and Transfer, Hybrid Annuity Model, and Engineering Procurement and Construction.
- Specific projects like Gorakhpur - Kishanganj - Siliguri and Tharad-Deesa-Mehsana-Ahmedabad will be taken up for bids by NHAI under different models.
- Concession period for projects varies based on the mode, with maintenance responsibilities assigned to concessionaires.
Read Full Article
1 Like
Bloomberg Quint
1d
275
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Bitcoin Crosses Rs 1 Crore Mark As Crypto Record Run Continues Amid Tariff Jitters
- Bitcoin has crossed the Rs 1 crore-mark amid global uncertainty triggered by US President Donald Trump's tariff policy.
- Bitcoin was trading 2.06% higher at Rs 1,01,41,528.03 and 1.83% higher at $118,117 in the global market.
- The rally in Bitcoin led to unwinding of short positions worth over a billion dollars, with investors pouring $1.2 billion into Bitcoin ETFs.
- Bullish sentiments were fueled by Trump's comments alongside a US Congressional committee declaring the week of July 14 as "Crypto Week."
Read Full Article
16 Likes
Bloomberg Quint
1d
91
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Did Travis Scott Just Land In GTA 6 Or It’s For Hype Over ‘2000 Excursion’?
- A frame in Travis Scott's latest music video features a GTA 6 license plate, sparking speculation among fans.
- Fans believe Travis Scott may be hinting at his appearance in GTA 6, following other rappers' potential involvement in the game.
- Rockstar Games may be stirring buzz by subtly hinting at partnerships with musicians like Travis Scott for GTA 6.
- However, the true nature of Travis Scott's connection to GTA 6 remains uncertain until an official announcement is made.
Read Full Article
5 Likes
Insider
1d
355
Image Credit: Insider
The hottest job in private equity: Keeping investors happy
- Capital raising has become challenging for private equity due to slumping returns.
- Demand is high for professionals who can attract investors and keep them satisfied.
- Recruiters reveal essential skills, experiences, and jobs sought after in private equity fundraising.
Read Full Article
20 Likes
Insider
1d
178
Image Credit: Insider
Anam builds digital humans that can have lifelike conversations. Read the pitch deck that it used to raise $9 million.
- Anam, a startup founded in October 2023, has raised $9 million in seed funding led by Redpoint Ventures and SV Angel to build digital humans capable of lifelike conversations.
- Co-founders Ben Carr and Caoimhe Murphy, who previously worked together at Synthesia, are at the helm of Anam, a company with 2,000 clients across various industries and tracking $5 million in annual revenue.
- Anam faces competition in the AI-driven avatar space but distinguishes itself by generating every pixel of its avatars for expressive and natural conversations, including features like One-Shot, which can create an AI persona from a photo.
- The company, focused on bridging human-machine interactions, has 16 employees and monetizes its service by charging per minute of conversation. Investors see potential in Anam's technology, considering it the next frontier in human-machine interfaces.
Read Full Article
10 Likes
SiliconCanals
1d
187
Image Credit: SiliconCanals
Lithuania’s VectorTree secures EU grant to develop a scalable vector database for AI
- Lithuanian subsidiary of Iceland-based Videntifier Technologies, VectorTree, secures funding from the EU to develop an Advanced Vector Database for AI.
- The project aims to create a cloud-based service supporting AI systems by storing vector embeddings efficiently using Videntifier's NV-tree algorithm.
- The Advanced Vector Database will enable fast similarity searches, vector clustering, and scalability to handle tens to hundreds of billions of vectors, offering applications across video platforms, legal tech, and healthcare.
- VectorTree plans to launch the AVD for sales in 2025, targeting AI researchers and developers seeking a scalable platform for AI data retrieval and analysis.
Read Full Article
11 Likes
Eu-Startups
1d
436
Spanish startup ODOS raises €680k for sustainability in the agri-food sector with their data-collection platform
- ODOS, a Spanish AgriTech startup, has secured €680k in funding to enhance its technological capabilities and expand into new markets.
- The funding round was led by CAPSA FOOD, supported by Mercadona and Tech Transfer Agrifood Oficial by CLAVE, to drive climate action in the agri-food sector.
- ODOS aims to help agri-food players reduce greenhouse gas emissions by providing data-driven solutions for farm-level and supply chain decarbonisation strategies.
- The startup, founded in 2020 by Alejandro Vergara and Cian White, is focused on simplifying data collection and supporting companies in achieving sustainability goals without compromising productivity.
Read Full Article
19 Likes
Bloomberg Quint
1d
97
Image Credit: Bloomberg Quint
Gautam Adani's Address At SMISS-AP Event: Read Full Text Of His Speech
- Gautam Adani addresses SMISS-AP event, emphasizes spine's role in human resilience.
- Adani recounts personal journey from diamond polishing to building Adani Group empire.
- Highlights Adani Group's diverse investments, healthcare initiatives, and commitment to India's future.
- Urges medical professionals to pioneer spine healthcare innovations for national well-being.
Read Full Article
5 Likes
For uninterrupted reading, download the app