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ISN Exclusive: Meesho’s Mohit Rajani quits as CPO; Prasanna Arunacalam to take over
- Mohit Rajani, who recently joined Meesho as Chief Product Officer, has resigned from the company after less than a year.
- Prasanna Arunachalam, an experienced product leader at Meesho, has been promoted to fill the CPO role.
- Rajani, with a background in AI and product management from companies like Meta and Instagram, was expected to contribute to Meesho's growth as it prepares for a public market debut.
- Meesho co-founder and CEO, Vidit Aatrey, had expressed optimism about Rajani's leadership and the impact on product innovation before Rajani's departure.
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“I don’t need just engineers”: IIM grad replies after viral backlash for rejecting 4 IITians for startup
- Startup founder, Dev Taneja, a graduate of IIM turned down 4 IITian job applicants, citing they were not the right fit for his company.
- Taneja emphasized the importance of cultural fit and mindset over academic qualifications, stating he requires dreamers, believers, and visionaries in his team.
- He mentioned that being part of a startup requires a strong mindset and willingness to bet everything on a dream, offering an invitation for like-minded individuals to join his startup.
- Mixed reactions surfaced online, with some criticizing Taneja for his stance on IITians while others supported his viewpoint on the specific requirements for a startup environment.
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First-class second-hand. The recommerce cheatsheet.
- Not all verticals are equally suited for recommerce; value-added layers essential for success.
- In recommerce, buying instead of brokering can ensure more control over transaction.
- Focus on categories with high residual value; differentiate goods to justify meaningful take rates.
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Jeff Mahony: The Maverick Investor's Guide to Real-World Success
- Jeff Mahony offers a pragmatic guide for startups amid chaotic markets.
- His approach values organic growth, problem-solution fit, and diversity's financial benefits.
- Mahony emphasizes avoiding forced behavior change, chasing unicorn status, and niche clarity.
- His strategy prioritizes sustainability, diverse perspectives, and genuine utility for successful ventures.
- The article highlights Mahony's contrarian wisdom in navigating startup challenges effectively.
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Can Ingredients Help Be. Stand Out In A Sea Of 400+ Nutraceutical Brands
- Varied reasons driving exponential surge in nutritional supplement market.
- Be Life emerges as science-backed nutraceutical brand with quality, local manufacturing focus.
- Brand's success attributed to evidence-based formulations, real results, and consumer-friendly communication approach.
- Be. aiming for revenue growth and plans to launch new products to expand market presence.
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The Future of SAP Careers in Finland: What Professionals Should Know
- Finland is emerging as a prominent market for SAP professionals due to the increasing adoption of SAP by businesses to stay competitive and modernize systems.
- The country offers a favorable work-life balance and a focus on innovation, making it an attractive option for individuals looking to advance their careers in SAP.
- SAP is playing a significant role in the evolution of Finnish businesses by helping streamline operations, improve decision-making, and drive growth by aligning with the nation's progressive business culture.
- The future of SAP in Finland looks promising, with a growing emphasis on digital innovation, cloud-based solutions like SAP S/4HANA, and the increasing demand for agile and cloud-savvy SAP consultants.
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DoT Proposes New Cybersecurity Rules To Curb Mobile Number Fraud
- The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has proposed amendments to the cybersecurity framework to reduce fraud related to the misuse of mobile numbers.
- DoT suggested the creation of a mobile number validation (MNV) platform for authorized stakeholders like telecom operators, banks, financial institutions, and ecommerce companies to verify users' mobile numbers by paying a prescribed fee.
- In a bid to tackle digital fraud, the DoT proposed fees of INR 1.5 per request for entities acting on government directions and INR 3 per request otherwise, for mobile number verification through the MNV platform.
- In a move to address rising digital fraud incidents in India, the DoT disconnected over 1 Cr mobile connections last year, while telecom companies like Airtel have introduced AI-led fraud detection solutions to protect users from cyber threats.
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Chino Homeowners Get Fair Offers with No Stress
- Chino homeowners can sell stress-free with cash buyers for quick, fair offers.
- No showings, repairs, or agent commissions—just swift, transparent transactions with local investors.
- Simplify the selling process, avoid renovation costs, and move on your schedule effortlessly.
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Startup funding announcements are getting the TikTok treatment, thanks to Gen Z founders
- Startup founders, especially Gen Z, are incorporating TikTok-style videos to announce funding rounds.
- Traditional social media posts are being replaced by slick launch videos to attract attention.
- Startups are finding it challenging to secure media coverage, leading them to create their own media.
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Design gets the ‘vibe’ treatment as Estonian startup Flowstep secures €2.2 million to boost product team workflows
- Estonian startup Flowstep, a DesignTech company, has secured a €2.2 million Seed round led by Supernode Global to enhance product team workflows.
- The funding will aid in driving team growth, launching enterprise-grade platform features, U.S. sales, and accelerating AI research and development.
- Flowstep's platform focuses on 'vibe design' to speed up digital product creation while maintaining quality and creativity, using AI to assist product teams in generating design assets.
- With plans to expand globally and introduce enterprise-grade features, Flowstep aims to reshape the UI design space by leveraging AI technology.
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Do Miles Expire? What That Means for Sweeps Coins Management
- Airline miles and Sweeps Coins can expire if accounts remain inactive for 24-36 months without new transactions.
- Balances can be wiped without warning, and it's essential to stay engaged to prevent automatic removal of unclaimed rewards.
- To keep balances active, users can play with small amounts periodically, watch for login bonuses, and respond to prompts from platforms.
- Platforms like Yay Casino emphasize the importance of user activity to maintain balances, even if they were initially obtained for free.
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Dutch hydration startup Aquablu closes €7 million round live on podcast to expand their smart water dispenser
- Amsterdam-based startup Aquablu raises €7 million in Seed funding led by Frans van Houten, former CEO of Philips, to support international expansion and scale automation.
- Aquablu's smart water dispenser, REFILL+, offers chilled, sparkling, or still functional water with natural flavors, electrolytes, and B vitamins, targeting offices, hotels, and public spaces.
- The funding includes a standout moment where €1.1 million was committed live on the Dutch Dragons podcast, reflecting support and excitement for Aquablu's purpose-driven approach.
- Aquablu achieved profitability in 2025, boasts 300% year-over-year growth, and plans to reach €100 million in revenue with fewer than 100 employees by 2028, focusing on brand, sustainability, and innovation.
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Former Defence Secretary’s Venture Fund Backs Robotics Startup Coratia Technologies
- Underwater robotics startup Coratia Technologies raised $2 Mn in a Pre-Series A funding round led by MGF Kavachh.
- The venture capital fund MGF Kavachh is floated by former defence secretary Ajay Kumar.
- Coratia Technologies, founded by Debendra Pradhan and Biswajit Swain, specializes in underwater robotics.
- MGF Kavachh, focusing on early-stage startups in frontier and deep technologies, sees significant potential in Coratia's work for maritime security and critical underwater infrastructure.
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From Horseless Carriages to Cars: Why I Stopped Building a Traditional SaaS
- The author realized the need to shift from building traditional software like form builders to focus on AI-first applications for the future of software development.
- The shift towards conversational AI agents handling interactions naturally is seen as the future, moving away from manual processes like clicking through forms and spreadsheets.
- Investing time in learning AI technologies now is compared to learning to build cars while others perfect their horseless carriages.
- The shift towards AI-generated insights and conversational interfaces is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of preparing for a future without traditional interfaces.
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[PODCAST] The Burnout Trap: Protecting Your Nonprofit Team – Janelle Miller Moravek
- Janelle Miller Moravec, the Executive Director of Youth & Family Counseling (YFC), shares strategies for thriving in nonprofit leadership by reimagining sustainability and focusing on building resilient, mission-driven organizations.
- She emphasizes rethinking productivity standards, tailoring support for novice clinicians, implementing team-based supervisory models, and using data to track burnout indicators.
- Janelle advocates for modeling boundaries and perseverance to help nonprofits and their employees truly thrive.
- Listeners can access free nonprofit professional development resources and connections to peers in the field at nonprofithub.org.
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