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India Bets on AI for Next Phase of Digital Payment Growth
India's digital payment system, already processing over 750 million daily transactions, is now betting its next wave of growth on artificial intelligence.
Kunal Shah takes helm as WhatsApp's global head
Meta Platforms appointed Kunal Shah, founder of Indian fintech firm CRED, as WhatsApp's new global head in 2026.
AI boosts efficiency in project management and HR operations
In India, artificial intelligence now handles 37% of entry-level tasks, exceeding the global average of 33%.
India's Startup Growth Fuels New Business Resilience
Jio Platforms has filed regulatory papers for a Mumbai IPO aiming to raise around $3.
India bans Telegram, boosting VPN and rival app use
Within 24 hours of India's Telegram ban, VPN usage across the country surged by 300%, according to NordVPN Report, Oct 2024.
India Debates AI Future as Anthropic Suspends Foreign Access
On June 12, 2026, Anthropic abruptly cut off access to its advanced Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models for all foreign nationals, a move mandated by the U.
Equal AI raises $30M for AI call screening in India
In just one year since its launch, Equal AI's call screening app has amassed over a million monthly active users, demonstrating a massive appetite for AI-powered communication solutions in India.
Opendoor exits India, citing AI's erosion of outsourcing models.
Opendoor is shutting down its India operations less than two years after expanding its presence, impacting approximately 250 employees.
Meta Strikes India AI Data Center Deal With Reliance
In a surprising move, Meta Platforms will lease a 168-megawatt AI data center in India.
India-born founders lead US unicorn company creation
Indian-origin entrepreneurs have founded 96 U.
India Court Finds Google Ad Business Infringed Trademark Rights
On May 22, the Delhi High Court ordered Google to pay ₹3 million (around $31,600) in damages.
India's gig workers train AI robots, securing $8.2M for Human Archive
For just $1 an hour, gig workers in India wear camera-equipped caps, recording their daily lives.
Delhi Startup Policy Fuels India's AI Founder Growth Amidst Boom
In Delhi, a 24-year-old founder recently secured $10 million in seed funding for an AI-powered logistics platform, reflecting a surge in venture capital that saw Indian AI startups raise over $3 billi
Flipkart AI enhances shopping for Indian consumers with voice commands
Starting Tuesday, June 9, millions of Android users across India gained access to Flipkart's new in-house voice AI, enabling shopping through commands in Hindi, English, or mixed languages.
Flipkart advances voice AI, improving UX for Indian shoppers
For 89% of Indian smartphone users, artificial intelligence features are now a decisive factor in their purchase decisions, according to Source m.
India's Gen Z Founders Drive 104% Growth, Reshaping Global Entrepreneurship
India saw a staggering 104% year-on-year increase in members adding 'Founder' to their LinkedIn profiles, the highest growth globally.
AI empowers Indian Gen Z to launch startups, boosting founder growth 104%
In India, the number of individuals adding 'Founder' to their LinkedIn profiles surged by an astonishing 104% year-on-year, marking the highest global growth, according to Outlook Business .
Polsky Center Fuels Energy Innovation With New Founder Education Program
Twenty Indian deep tech startups, despite recognized struggles with global fundraising and communication, have been selected for a new accelerator aiming to launch them onto the world stage.
Austria offers funding and visa pathways for Indian founders
Indian startup teams can now access up to ₹15 lakh in funding for joint research projects.
Indian Founders Need Structured Prep for 2026 Global Scale
India's startup ecosystem attracted $25 billion in funding last year, a 15% increase year-over-year according to Venture Intelligence .
Y Combinator Startup School India Fosters Job and Gig Connections
At its first-ever Startup School in India, Y Combinator drew over 2,000 aspiring founders and developers, a scale its partners had “never seen before,” according to The Economic Times .
India, UK Collaborate on EV Charging Infrastructure R&D Program
The Technology Development Board has signed an agreement with Scharge Pvt Limited for a project to advance electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions under the India–UK Collaborative R&D Programme for Industrial Sustainability.
Digital Marketing Agency Techmagnate Enters 20th Year, Surpasses 300 Employees
Digital marketing agency Techmagnate has entered its 20th year of operations in India and recently surpassed the 300-employee mark. This milestone arrives as the company signals a strategic focus on artificial intelligence to shape its next phase of growth.
Indian Startups Raise Over $331 Million in Late March Funding Surge
Twenty-five Indian startups collectively raised over $331 million in late March 2026, signaling robust investor interest across diverse sectors like EV, AI, and Deeptech. This funding surge highlights a pivotal moment for India's innovation ecosystem.