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The Lodestone Within: Abundance, Digital Integrity, and the Blueprint They Don’t Want You to Have
- The digital world has opened doors to freedom, income, and alignment.
- Tomorrow, the full exposé of what happened when the writer asked questions in a community will be released.
- Ancient lodestones were seen as compasses pointing to truth.
- The 12th event in a digital income generation journey is focused on living a life of abundance.
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These ex-Tesla employees want to launch a new Roadster before Elon Musk
- Longbow, a new EV startup founded by two ex-Tesla employees, aims to deliver a Roadster before Elon Musk's Tesla at a price starting from £64,995 ($85,500).
- The startup's approach focuses on 'lightness' and aims to offer an edge in building electric sports cars, with their first model, the Speedster, priced at £84,995 ($112,000).
- Longbow's lineup includes the Roadster, priced at £64,995 ($85,500), which is a nod to Elon Musk's delayed Tesla Roadster that was promised as 'the fastest production car ever made.'
- Co-founders Daniel Davey and Mark Tapscott, former Tesla employees, have a wealth of EV experience and aim to avoid the fate of failed EV startups by leveraging their knowledge.
- Longbow adopts a 'speed of lightness' approach, sourcing components from outside suppliers to enhance flexibility, margins, and take advantage of the advanced EV supply chain.
- The startup plans to prioritize local UK suppliers but recognizes the significance of utilizing Chinese EV technology, especially in components like batteries.
- Longbow aims to finalize its supply chain before deliveries begin in late 2026 and has received positive responses to the Speedster and Roadster models.
- Davey and Tapscott declined to disclose the number of reservations but emphasized the potential of disruptors in the auto industry, mentioning Tesla's annual production volume of 2 million cars.
- The startup's founders highlight the untapped market segment for mid-range electric sports cars, believing that focusing on this niche will yield strong margins and a competitive advantage.
- Despite the challenging EV market, Longbow's unique approach and experienced team position them to succeed in delivering innovative electric vehicles ahead of established competitors like Tesla.
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Social gaming co Eloelo to raise Rs 114 Cr from Play Ventures, Kalaari Capital, others
- Social gaming co Eloelo to raise Rs 114 Cr from Play Ventures, Kalaari Capital, others
- Eloelo is set to raise Rs 114 crore in a Series B funding round led by Play Ventures, Gameskraft Technologies, WestBridge Ventures, and Kalaari Capital.
- The funds will be used to expand business operations, meet working capital requirements, and maintain the company's balance sheet strength.
- Eloelo previously raised $22 million in a pre-Series B funding round and has a post-money valuation of $99.7 million.
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Asha Ventures Secures $10 Million from British International Investment
- Asha Ventures has raised $10 million in funding from British International Investment (BII).
- The fund aims to reach its target of $91 million for its debut fund, Asha Ventures Fund I.
- Asha Ventures invests in high-growth Indian businesses that combine social impact with commercial viability.
- The firm focuses on financial inclusion, job creation, and climate resilience.
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Juspay bags $60M in Series D funding led by Kedaara Capital
- Bengaluru-based Juspay has secured $60 million in Series D funding led by Kedaara Capital.
- Existing investors SoftBank and Accel also participated in the funding round.
- The company aims to strengthen its AI capabilities and expand its operations globally.
- Juspay offers payment orchestration services and reported a significant increase in revenue.
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NYC's tech in-crowd is making this cold-plunge and sauna studio the hottest spot in town
- Othership, a sauna and ice bath space in NYC, has become popular among the tech community in Silicon Alley.
- Founded in Toronto, Othership offers stress relief and socialization for tech professionals, hosting events for prominent tech companies.
- The studio provides a unique experience with saunas, cold plunges, and guided classes focusing on wellness and community building.
- Members enjoy classes tailored to themes like happiness and acceptance, followed by socializing in the common area.
- With a focus on managing stress and fostering relationships, Othership attracts tech workers seeking a break from the traditional networking scene.
- The company, started by Robbie Bent, also offers an app with guided breathwork sessions and music.
- Othership's classes include time in a large sauna heated to 200 degrees and sessions in ice baths maintained between 32 and 40 degrees.
- Not limited to tech workers, Othership aims to help professionals dealing with stress find solace in a vibrant environment.
- The studio's emphasis on community and vulnerability makes it a preferred choice for techies looking for meaningful connections.
- Othership provides a social space that promotes well-being, offering a break from traditional networking events centered around alcohol consumption.
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Zepto Franchise Cost in India 2025 — Investment, Profit & Full Setup Guide
- Estimated cost for a Zepto franchise in India ranges from ₹12 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs, depending on location and store size.
- Earning potential for a Zepto franchise is based on monthly orders with an average profit per order and a potential long-term ROI of 30% to 40% per annum.
- Steps to start a Zepto franchise include submitting a business proposal, verification and interview process, signing a partner agreement, and store setup and training.
- Zepto delivers a wide range of products and focuses on hyperlocal strategy in dense cities, but faces competition from rivals such as Blinkit, BigBasket, Swiggy Instamart, and JioMart.
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Columnist-Entrepreneur Suhel Seth Calls 80% Indian Startups A ‘Racket’; Anupam Mittal Responds
- Columnist-Entrepreneur Suhel Seth called 80% of Indian startups a 'racket'.
- This statement came during a live debate show where Seth backed Union Minister Piyush Goyal's remarks on startups focusing on deep-tech.
- Anupam Mittal, an entrepreneur, criticized Seth's comment and questioned the need for bashing founders and VCs.
- Mittal urged to stop this 'crab mentality' and called it detrimental to the country.
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The Role of Investment Banks in Startup Fundraising: From Seed to IPO
- Investment banks play a crucial role in supporting startups through every stage of growth, from seed to IPO.
- At the seed stage, investment banks provide guidance on early-stage deal structuring and raising capital.
- In the growth stage, investment banks assist startups in scaling operations, hiring talent, and expanding markets.
- During late-stage funding and IPO, investment banks become strategic partners, helping with financial modeling, risk assessment, and investor communication.
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Easebuzz Secures $30 Million in Series A Round Led by Bessemer Venture Partners
- Pune-based payments platform Easebuzz has raised $30m in a Series A funding round led by Bessemer Venture Partners.
- The funds will be used to develop online and offline payment solutions, expand vertical SaaS offerings, and accelerate digitisation of payments for businesses in India.
- Easebuzz, which recently entered the B2B payments space, reported a Gross Transaction Value of over $30bn for FY25.
- The company is applying for a cross-border payment aggregator license to expand its reach to global markets.
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Startup Festival Malta: Where global innovation meets opportunity (Sponsored)
- Startup Festival Malta is celebrating its 5th Anniversary and has evolved into a five-event journey, leading up to the main Startup Festival on October 23rd and 24th, 2024.
- Malta has become an attractive startup destination, offering incentives, a pro-business regulatory framework, and strong government support through Malta Enterprise.
- The festival will include events like Pitch Black startup pitching competition, keynote speeches from global innovation leaders, networking sessions, investor matchmaking, and deep-dive panels.
- During the Startup Festival, Malta Enterprise will unveil key initiatives to empower startups further to succeed locally and internationally.
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Nanotechnology Startup Vimano Bags INR 25 Cr From Ankur Capital, Others
- Bengaluru-based nanotechnology startup Vimano has raised INR 25 Cr (around $2.9 Mn) in a seed funding round led by Ankur Capital.
- The round also saw participation from eight undisclosed investors.
- Vimano plans to use the funding to fuel its energy transition, initiate pilot projects, expand the team, and build a manufacturing process for its membranes.
- Vimano develops customised low polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) formulations for flow batteries, electrolysis, and fuel cells, aiming to lower costs and enhance electrolysers used in green hydrogen production.
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What U.S. Tariffs Have to Do with Your Marketing Budgets
- U.S. tariffs are impacting marketing budgets in the Arab world and UAE, causing costs to rise and budgets to shrink.
- Marketers are facing fluctuating budgets, cautious clients, and unpredictable ad performance.
- Ad budgets are getting squeezed, leading to reduced marketing spend and a focus on immediate returns.
- To navigate these challenges, marketers should rebuild their strategy around clarity, diversify platforms, and act as business partners to their clients.
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Startup for 10: Leafr
- Leafr is a marketplace for sustainability specialists and tools, connecting businesses with the expertise and solutions they need for sustainability projects.
- The most exciting thing about what Leafr does is using data to build the first rated marketplace for climate and sustainability tools, helping companies find the right tool for their specific use cases.
- Leafr is proud of doubling an oversubscribed funding round in 2024, despite a 40% drop in climate tech funding and a challenging economic environment.
- The most difficult aspect of being a startup for Leafr is fundraising, facing rejections but persevering to secure investments.
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Deepinder Goyal-led Eternal’s food delivery COO Rinshul Chandra resigns; here's why
- Rinshul Chandra, COO of Eternal's Food Ordering and Delivery Business, has resigned.
- Chandra's last day will be April 7 as he steps down to pursue new opportunities.
- Chandra had been with the company for 7 years and expressed gratitude for the support and opportunities.
- Eternal has not announced a replacement, and Chandra's departure follows recent layoffs at the company.
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