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Steffie Chau Transforms a Midtown Apartment Into a Gallery
- Steffie Chau, a Hong Kong-born artist now based in New York, has turned her living room into a gallery space to showcase works of emerging artists. Chau's art practice is deeply intertwined with her curatorial approach, both driven by themes of migration and emotional resonance of personal experiences. Now, she runs the artist-run gallery l'appartement 49c where the exhibition is experienced in the lived context rather than in a sterile gallery environment. She encourages young creatives to find their voice via open-minded collaborations.
- Chau’s idea of turning her apartment into a gallery space evolved gradually. Inspired by the kitchen show of Hans Ulrich Obrist as well as other apartment galleries, she wanted to create an intimate setting where art could exist alongside everyday life in honour of the rich history of unconventional spaces in the art world.
- Chau's art has evolved, reflecting her experiences and curiosities of life. She is currently exploring the transformative nature of liminality, which she believes can foster growth and introspection. Apart from that, she is also experimenting with materials that evoke a sense of intimacy.
- Chau’s curatorial approach is characterized by themes of migration and the emotional resonance of personal experiences. She strives to reflect on how each artwork speaks to the space and the narratives her team carries while curating the exhibitions for the gallery.
- She wants to maintain the organic nature of l’appartement 49c while exploring ways to expand its reach and impact, believing in the power of intimate spaces to foster meaningful dialogues. In addition, Chau is interested in pop-up exhibitions or workshops that bring together diverse communities to share stories.
- Chau encourages young creatives to stay authentic to their values while remaining open to collaboration and learning. She advises young creatives to build a community around their work, seek connections and collaboration with other artists, curators, and organizations.
- Art is a powerful tool for storytelling and connection, says Chau. Using one's voice, literal or through art, is an essential way to share narratives that matter to oneself and those around them.
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Bengaluru coconut vendor's 'only Rs 55' ad challenges Zepto, Blinkit; netizens say 'it's still expensive'
- A local coconut vendor in Bengaluru is challenging major quick commerce platforms with his advertisement offering coconuts at only Rs 55.
- The post showcasing the vendor's lower prices compared to Zepto, BlinkIt, and BigBasket has gained traction online.
- Netizens have expressed admiration for the vendor's strategy and debated the convenience of using apps despite the price difference.
- Some users argue that quick commerce platforms have driven up prices, while others find the local shop prices more affordable.
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Trailblazers: The Importance of Businesses in Disaster Relief Efforts
- There have been 24 confirmed weather or climate disaster events with losses exceeding $1 billion each in the United States in 2024.
- 53 percent of businesses surveyed have expanded the number of disasters they respond to, and 61 percent of organizations have increased their philanthropic disaster relief efforts.
- Brands must positively impact society by supporting social and environmental efforts locally and globally.
- Organizations have the unique opportunity to assist the affected residents on a larger scale while also investing in causes that align with the brand's beliefs.
- 70 percent of patrons are interested in knowing how the brands they back are contributing to social and environmental causes.
- Companies can provide emergency financial assistance, distribute financial aid to households, donate products such as hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and clothing, etc. to support relief efforts.
- Corporations back up their words with actions and measurable results and support communities and economies worldwide.
- When victims are provided with aid, organizations directly equip the community with the items it needs to heal.
- Brands can encourage team members, stakeholders, and customers to leverage their unique skill sets as relief resources.
- From a modern consumer perspective, 46 percent closely monitor Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts when supporting a business.
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Empowering India’s Next Million Generation through the CodeAtHome Program
- India's #CodeAtHome program aims to promote coding skills among children and teenagers, with a focus on diversity in the tech sector.
- During the initial phase, #CodeAtHome engaged over 90,000 participants, with 45% of them being girls.
- The program is set to reach 1 million children and teenagers aged 8 to 18 over the next two years, covering major cities in India.
- The initiative provides free, online coding workshops and aims to empower the next generation of tech talent in India.
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Shams Aalam to Compete as First Swimmer with Paraplegia at 14th National Takshila Event
- Shams Aalam, a Para swimmer with paraplegia, will participate in the 14th National Takshila Open Water Swimming Competition in Patna.
- The event is a 12 km course along the river Ganga and promotes inclusive sports in India.
- Shams Aalam has won multiple medals in state, national, and international competitions.
- He is supported by CBM India, an organization dedicated to fostering an inclusive society.
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QuickVitals Named Finalist in the Australian AI Awards for AI Innovator – Healthcare
- QuickVitals, an Indian health monitoring app, has been named a finalist in the AI Innovator – Healthcare category at the Australian AI Awards.
- The Australian AI Awards celebrated achievements in various industries and recognized QuickVitals' commitment to innovation in the AI-driven healthcare sector.
- QuickVitals is a mobile health monitoring application that uses facial recognition and gestures to diagnose vital health metrics.
- Since its launch, QuickVitals has gained global recognition for its innovative approach to healthcare and revolutionizing the industry with AI technology.
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In other news this week: Emerge secures €68M, Faber launches third fund at €60M, Entrepreneur Peter Goedvolk turns Professor, and more
- Emerge, a London-based venture capital firm has raised £56 million for its second fund.
- Kaizen, a provider of regulatory compliance solutions for global financial institutions, has secured £42M minority investment from Guidepost Growth Equity.
- TCC, a provider of services related to the digital intensive care unit, secured €20M in Series A funding led by Captain Thomas Pötzsch.
- Yazen Health, a Lund-based digital caregiver focused on weight loss management through medical treatment and lifestyle changes, has secured a €19.5M Series A funding round.
- Lisbon-based Faber announces the launch of its new fund Faber Tech III, with a target size of €60M.
- Borro, a Brussels-based platform developing an intelligent deposit system for reusable cups, has raised €350,000 in its initial funding round.
- Miros, a UK-based company, that is building out the next generation of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) has raised €6M in pre-Series A investment.
- Plato has created an easy-to-use platform that uses AI to automate ERP processes in wholesale secured $6.5M in funding.
- Cintoo has developed a SaaS platform — Cintoo Cloud that combines Reality Capture technology with digital twins, making as-built conditions of physical spaces available online.
- Patchwork Health, a provider of tech-driven workforce management solutions for healthcare, announced the acquisition of L2P Enterprise Ltd.
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Indian Man Does Virtual Nikah After Corporate Boss Denies Leave
- A couple from Himachal Pradesh had to marry online after the groom’s boss denied permission to come to India for his wedding.
- Family members of the couple coordinated a virtual nikah on Monday to fulfill the wishes of the bride's ailing grandfather.
- The bride from Mandi and the groom from Turkiye exchanged vows over a video call in the presence of a qazi who oversaw the rituals.
- Members of the groom's family made the journey to the bride's location, despite the unconventional mode of the ceremony.
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Renting a PS5 might be the ideal option whether or not you’re an irregular leaders or just want to…
- Renting a PS5 from Share Ripple provides an affordable and flexible option for gamers.
- Seasonal gaming rentals allow players to enjoy the latest games during their preferred gaming season.
- Benefits of renting include cost savings, trying out the console before purchasing, and using it for short-term gaming events.
- Share Ripple offers affordable rental plans for gaming needs, including holiday gaming sessions.
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Trump 2.0: What’s In Store For The Indian Startup Ecosystem?
- After Trump's landslide victory in US Presidential Elections, Indian Startup ecosystem is looking for relations with India's new administration.
- In the past four years, Indian Startup ecosystem and domestic business landscape have grown exponentially.
- Key factor behind this growth has been capital from US-based hedge funds, VCs and private equity players.
- US Federal Reserve adopting low interest rates fiscal policy in 2021 led to several major US investors backing Indian startups.
- Investors are optimistic about India seeing growth once again under Donald Trump's Presidency.
- According to a report by the Associated Press, Trump will be looking to extend his 2017 tax overhaul along with changing the corporate income tax rate to 15% from the current 21%.
- Indian markets are approaching a stage of maturity and the Indian public markets have largely been on a bull run in recent months.
- Trump's emphasis on a US-first philosophy for the economy and moving away from Chinese imports could spur the China+1 strategy that India has been receiving investments for manufacturing.
- Indian VCs expect more investments in manufacturing, electronics systems and chemicals industries.
- Trump's anti-renewable energy sentiment could benefit Indian Startups prioritizing innovation in critical areas such as manufacturing, industrial technology, and infrastructure.
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UnifyApps Bags $20 Mn To Expand Its AI Enterprise Play
- Software integration startup UnifyApps has raised $20 Mn in a Series A funding round led by ICONIQ Growth.
- The funds will be used to expand UnifyApps's enterprise AI agent platform and enable deeper integration across SaaS applications.
- Former SVP of sales at Sprinklr, Haitham ElKhatib, has joined UnifyApps as a cofounder and chief revenue officer.
- UnifyApps competes against Zoho, Freshworks, Chargebee, and Keka in the SaaS sector.
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Fedo.ai partners with Canara HSBC Life Insurance for AI-enabled non-invasive health assessments
- Canara HSBC Life Insurance has partnered with Fedo.ai, an AI-enabled healthtech company, for AI-enabled non-invasive health assessments.
- The partnership aims to streamline the underwriting process and reduce onboarding times by offering customers a quick and non-invasive health assessment scan through Fedo's facial scan technology.
- Fedo.ai utilizes advanced AI algorithms to analyze 14 key health parameters and offers insights on potential disease risks and projected healthcare costs.
- Fedo.ai plans to expand its solutions into healthcare, fitness, and mental health, with a focus on B2B2C and developer-centric distribution strategy.
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Magenta Mobility’s FY24 revenue rises three fold, losses widen by 17.1%
- Magenta Mobility reports a three-fold increase in FY24 revenue to Rs 35.53 crore.
- Revenue from services rises to Rs 30.17 crore, driven by electric fleet and data analytics platform.
- Losses widen by 17.1% to Rs 46.44 crore due to rising expenses.
- Rise in driver costs, employee benefits, and finance costs contribute to increased expenses.
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Brainbees Shares Drop 5% After GST Department Launches Probe
- Shares of Brainbees Solutions, the parent entity of kidswear retailer FirstCry, dropped over 5% following news of a probe by the Mumbai GST department.
- The investigation is being conducted under sections 67(1) and 67(2) of the Maharashtra GST Act, 2017.
- Brainbees Solutions confirmed cooperation with the GST authorities and stated that its operations remain unaffected.
- Earlier this year, the company received show notices from the income tax department related to ESOP expenses.
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Juspay cuts losses by 7.7% as revenue surges 49.6% in FY24
- Payments startup Juspay Technologies narrowed its losses by 7.7% in FY24.
- Revenue from operations surged 49.6% to Rs 319.32 crore.
- Payment platform integration fees accounted for Rs 286.52 crore of the revenue.
- Total expenses increased by 29.52% to Rs 443.74 crore.
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