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Why Exit?
- The startup world is at a crossroads, with founders questioning whether to aim for a rapid growth and exit or follow a different path.
- Exits are becoming scarce, with IPOs and acquisitions slowing down, leaving many startups without a clear path to cashing out.
- Founders must consider whether an exit is the right move or if sustainable growth through profitability and customer-driven expansion is a better option.
- Instead of solely focusing on scaling and exiting, founders can consider building a long-term, profitable business and explore alternative funding sources.
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Tencent Invests £1bn In Ubisoft Spin-Off
- Chinese tech giant Tencent is investing £1bn in a new gaming subsidiary spin-off of Ubisoft, helping the company become more agile.
- The spin-off will focus on the development of Ubisoft's popular games, such as Assassin's Creed and Far Cry.
- Tencent will hold about one-quarter of the new company, becoming Ubisoft's second-largest shareholder.
- The investment will provide a cash infusion to Ubisoft, strengthening its balance sheet and enhancing game quality and features.
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Karan Johar Continues as Brand Ambassador of IITIIMSHAADI.COM for Third Term
- Karan Johar has renewed his association with IITIIMSHAADI.COM for a third term as its brand ambassador.
- The platform's Founder & CEO, Taksh Gupta, received a prestigious special award in the UK Parliament for his contributions to matchmaking.
- IITIIMSHAADI.COM has crossed 4 lakh+ members and celebrated its 11th anniversary.
- The platform shot a captivating television advertisement featuring Karan Johar, which gained widespread attention on social media.
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Dream11 Takes Fast Lane To Complete ‘Ghar Wapsi’
- Dream11, the gaming unicorn, has completed its 'ghar wapsi' by merging its US entity with its Indian entity.
- The merger was facilitated through the fast-track mechanism, allowing it to be completed without involving the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).
- Dream11 stated that the merger aims to provide shareholders of the US entity direct participation in the Indian entity, cut costs, reduce compliances and regulatory overheads, and simplify the group structure for more efficient management.
- Dream11, which is focused on the Indian market, saw significant user growth during the IPL seasons and has roped in celebrities for its ad campaign this year.
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How Web3 Can Revolutionize AI-Driven Career Platforms Like CareerAI
- Web3 technologies offer immense opportunities for AI-driven career platforms like CareerAI.
- By integrating Web3, CareerAI can provide blockchain-based credentials, NFT-based skill badges, and trustless verification.
- Web3 enables users to earn tokens for skill-building, monetize contributions, and access exclusive perks.
- Additionally, Web3 facilitates pre-set hiring conditions, auto-execution of contracts, and fair compensation for freelancers.
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Shadowfax gears up for IPO with public company status change
- Indian logistics firm Shadowfax has changed its status from a private company to a public company in preparation for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) in 2025.
- Shadowfax aims to raise between Rs 2,500–3,000 crore in its IPO and has enlisted JM Financial, Morgan Stanley, and ICICI Securities as lead bankers for the offering.
- The company turned profitable at adjusted PAT metrics in FY24, with a 33% revenue growth and improved EBITDA and adjusted PAT.
- In recent months, Shadowfax received $16.8 million in funding, appointed new independent directors, and acquired logistics firm CriticaLog.
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ChatGPT faces outage amid Ghibli art frenzy; OpenAI says services back on track
- OpenAI's AI chatbot, ChatGPT, experienced an outage due to a surge in demand for its new Studio Ghibli-style image generation feature.
- The outage began on Saturday evening and escalated on Sunday, with users expressing frustration on social media.
- OpenAI acknowledged the server crash and later updated that services have been restored.
- The feature allowing users to generate Studio Ghibli-style images was the cause of the increased demand and subsequent server overload.
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PlanetSpark Charts A Path To Profitability, OfBusiness’ AI Moat & More
- Indian edtech startup PlanetSpark, backed by Binny Bansal, achieved profitability in FY25 by leveraging AI for personalization and content delivery, cutting losses by 70% and increasing revenue by 60%.
- PlanetSpark aims to tap into a INR 10K Cr domestic and INR 20K Cr global soft skills market, with a significant advantage from its deep data moat built over eight years.
- OfBusiness, gearing up for a $1 Bn IPO, is focusing on AI adoption through Nexizo, as Indian startups collectively raised $143.7 Mn in funding last week.
- Cornerstone is closing its $200 Mn fund by December, while CERT-In has issued warnings about AI app security risks like data poisoning and adversarial attacks.
- Rebel Foods plans for global expansion, while BharatPe secures a trademark injunction against 'Bharatpay', and O'Be Cocktails exits due to market misalignment.
- InnerGize, a hardware-focused mental health startup, aims to address India's mental health crisis by developing a wearable device reducing stress and anxiety.
- InnerGize has received over 1,200 orders for its device and plans to achieve $10 Mn in ARR, emphasizing the importance of affordable mental health solutions in India.
- Startup funding in India remains strong, but new-age tech companies witnessed fluctuating market caps last week, with both gains and losses reported.
- While PlanetSpark eyes an IPO and continued profitability, OfBusiness gears up for AI-driven growth ahead of its upcoming IPO.
- Various startups in different sectors continue to face challenges and opportunities in the evolving Indian market landscape, striving to innovate and succeed.
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Overcoming barriers in healthcare; Quizizz’s game-changing growth strategy
- Investment powerhouse Alpha Wave Global is in talks to acquire a 6% stake in Haldiram Snack Foods.
- German startup Isar Aerospace launched Spectrum rocket, marking the start of Europe's effort to become less reliant on the US for private satellite launches.
- NIRAMAI Health Analytix, a healthtech company, showcased its innovative AI-powered breast cancer screening technology at SheSparks 2025 event in Bengaluru.
- Quizizz, a global edtech platform, experienced rapid growth during the pandemic by integrating AI into its offerings and supporting educators worldwide.
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Here’s a simple step-by-step plan to make your first dollars selling digital products on Etsy and…
- Choose a product that is in demand and easy to create, such as planners & journals, printable art, digital stickers, templates, or e-books & guides.
- Design your product using tools like Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or Photoshop. Use Canva or PowerPoint for educational products.
- Set up your store on Etsy or Gumroad. Add a logo, banner, compelling product listings, and high-quality mockups.
- Price your product competitively, offer bundle deals, and optimize for sales using relevant keywords. Promote your product through platforms like Pinterest, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Groups, and email marketing.
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Day 49: Open vs. closed ecosystems
- The process of launching a mobile app involves more paperwork and regulations compared to shipping a website.
- The open web allows websites to be displayed on Google search results despite varying compliance with regulations such as GDPR.
- Complying with platform requirements is necessary for publishing apps on closed ecosystems like the App Store and Play Store.
- Lack of a business address or phone number can pose challenges for amateur developers when publishing on the Play Store.
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AI Shouldn’t Rip Us Off
- The Verve's hit song 'Bitter Sweet Symphony' was involved in a major copyright dispute.
- The use of a sample from the Rolling Stones song 'The Last Time' resulted in the song being credited to Jagger and Richards instead of the Verve's frontman, Richard Ashcroft.
- AI's use of publicly available data for training large language models has raised concerns about copyright infringement and content ownership.
- Initiatives, such as the Dataset Providers Alliance, aim to establish fair compensation structures and ethical data licensing practices for creators whose work is used in AI training.
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How Dr. Gordon McLaren Has Impacted the Field of Hematology and Oncology
- Dr. Gordon McLaren, specialist in hematology and oncology, has made significant contributions in the field.
- His pivotal work on iron metabolism disorders has led to medical discoveries and research grants.
- McLaren emphasizes curiosity, collaboration, and the pursuit of knowledge for the benefit of patients.
- Despite retirement, he continues his research and collaborations with medical institutions.
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The Power of Reflection: Why the Future of AI Belongs to the Curious, Not the Fast
- The narrative around AI often focuses on speed and automation, but Curiouser.AI believes in elevating human intelligence through reflection and deep thinking.
- Their Reflective AI, Alice, aims to empower individuals by asking better questions and encouraging critical thinking.
- The Gen AI industry prioritizes fast automation over human creativity, potentially leading to a loss of critical thinking and creativity.
- Curiouser.AI believes in slowing down, reflecting, and thinking differently for true progress in AI.
- Their goal is to create AI tools that amplify human thinking rather than replace it.
- They critique the push for speed and efficiency, arguing for a focus on values, vision, and first principles in innovation.
- Curiouser.AI advocates for using AI to restore the connection between creativity, strategy, and human intelligence.
- They emphasize the importance of ethical AI that educates, elevates, and accelerates real innovation by unlocking human creativity.
- Alice, their Reflective AI, is designed to prompt humans, ask questions, and challenge thinking rather than just provide fast answers.
- Curiouser.AI promotes a human-first approach to AI design, focusing on curiosity, integrity, and reflection over speed and automation.
- The company believes in educating AI ethically through human-centered collaboration, diverse teams, and a focus on values and complexity.
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How Startups Can Leverage Influencer Posts to Boost Growth
- Startups can leverage influencer marketing to boost growth by harnessing the persuasive power of influencers.
- Clear objectives and choosing influencers who align with the company’s values are crucial for effective implementation.
- Steps for successful collaboration include research, engagement, proposal, execution, and analysis.
- Building long-term relationships with influencers, involving them in product development, and offering added value are key to sustained growth.
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