Deepinder Goyal's Temple wearable now half the size, pre-orders to open soon

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Deepinder Goyal's Temple wearable now half the size, pre-orders to open soon

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"Deepinder Goyal, founder of Zomato and Eternal, announced that pre-orders will soon open for Temple, a wearable brain-monitoring device. The device, which tracks blood flow and oxygenation in the brain, is described as the smallest and most powerful of its kind. A limited launch edition is expected to ship by late 2026. Temple has raised $54 million in initial funding, reaching a valuation of approximately $190 million.".

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Deepinder Goyal’s Temple Wearable Gets Smaller Ahead Of 2026 Launch

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"Deepinder Goyal has unveiled a new, compact design for Temple's wearable, claiming it is the smallest and most powerful device on the market. Likely focused on measuring cerebral blood flow and longevity, the limited edition will open for pre-orders soon and ship by late 2026. Temple, valued at $375 million after raising $54 million in seed funding, represents a shift toward specialized healthtech wearables beyond traditional smartwatches.".

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Supreme Court asks Matrimony.com, Jodi365 to explore settlement in ‘Jodii’ trademark dispute

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The Supreme Court has allowed Matrimony.com and Jodi365 to explore a settlement regarding a trademark dispute over the brand name ‘Jodii’. While reluctant to overturn a Madras High Court ruling that barred Matrimony.com from using the name, the court kept the plea pending. Matrimony.com has proposed renaming its matchmaking app ‘Jodi Matrimony’ to avoid business disruption and resolve the conflict with the Jodi365 platform.

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Exclusive: Fragaria In Talks To Raise ₹40 Cr From Blume Ventures, Others

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"Chennai-based agritech startup Fragaria Fruits is in talks to raise ₹40 crore in a funding round led by Blume Ventures, potentially reaching a ₹160 crore valuation. The company utilizes high-precision indoor vertical farming to produce premium, pesticide-free strawberries under its Oh! Fruits brand. Currently scaling operations in Bengaluru, Fragaria plans to expand into blueberries and raspberries as India's agritech market grows toward a projected $28 billion by 2030.".

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Turtlemint Jumps Nearly 6% After Bullish Ratings From Jefferies

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Turtlemint shares rose up to 5.7% to ₹152.80 following a ‘Buy’ rating and ₹190 target price from Jefferies. The brokerage highlighted growth potential from the company's PoSP network, forecasting a 38% revenue CAGR and a 10% adjusted EBITDA margin by FY29. Additionally, Turtlemint reported a 40% year-on-year increase in Q1 FY27 operating revenue to ₹294.1 crore, while narrowing its net loss by 19% to ₹37.8 crore.

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Quadria Capital-backed Nobel Hygiene eyes Rs 150 Cr IPO

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Quadria Capital-backed Nobel Hygiene has filed for an IPO to raise Rs 150 crore through a fresh issue and a secondary share sale. The Mumbai-based manufacturer plans to expand its Halol facility and repay debt. Known for its Friends and Teddyy brands, the company recently turned profitable by FY2026. Despite competition from global giants, Nobel Hygiene leverages government incentives to target India's low diaper penetration rates.

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Urban Company Jumps 8% As UBS Sees ‘Blinkit Moment’ In Home Services

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Urban Company shares surged over 8% following a ‘Buy’ rating and ₹180 target price from UBS, which anticipates accelerated growth in India’s home services market. While the company reported a Q1 FY27 net loss of ₹92.1 crore due to heavy investments in its InstaHelp vertical, its core India business remains profitable. Urban Company is also expanding internationally and aims for consolidated adjusted EBITDA break-even by Q3 FY28.

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What AI can't learn from you

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AI is disrupting the value of traditional expertise by automating learnable skills and credentials. Rather than pursuing endless reskilling, professionals should focus on the "human layer"—judgment, discernment, and responsibility. While AI can hold knowledge, it cannot decide how to apply it wisely. Deep grounding remains essential to supervise AI, shifting the professional's value from possessing information to exercising the capacity to make critical decisions.

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Google Rolls Out AI-Powered JEE, NEET Preparation Tools

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Google has launched AI-powered learning tools across Search and Gemini to assist students preparing for competitive exams like JEE and NEET. These features include practice quizzes, interactive visualizations, and a dedicated Student Hub for personalized study plans and diagnostic tests. Additionally, Google is offering eligible college students free access to its AI Plus plan and introducing new classroom controls for educators to track student progress in real time.

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Starlink would help least served in India: Elon Musk

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Elon Musk has proposed using SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet to connect underserved rural areas in India, where many villages still lack 4G coverage. Despite a previous rejection from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre regarding Gen 2 satellite network frequencies, Starlink has submitted a fresh application. The service aims to bridge the digital divide between urban and rural internet subscription densities across the country.

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6 Books that explore the journey from chaos to clarity

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This article highlights six books that guide readers from chaos to clarity. Michael Easter's "The Comfort Crisis" emphasizes discomfort, while Brianna Wiest focuses on self-sabotage. Greg McKeown advocates for essentialism, and Hermann Hesse's "Siddhartha" explores lived experience. Michael A. Singer discusses inner peace, and Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" explores destiny. Together, these works suggest that embracing struggle and uncertainty is essential for personal transformation and growth. (69 words) -.

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Atomberg files draft IPO papers for Rs 450 Cr fresh issue; sellers include A91, Temasek

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Atomberg Technologies Limited, an IIT Bombay-incubated consumer appliance company, has filed its draft red herring prospectus with SEBI for an IPO. The offering includes a fresh issue of up to Rs 450 crore and an offer for sale. Proceeds will fund debt repayment, brand awareness, and R&D. Despite reporting FY2026 revenue of Rs 1293.77 crore, the deeptech firm recorded a loss of Rs 456.45 crore.

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Atomberg Files DRHP With SEBI For ₹450 Cr+ IPO

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"D2C consumer appliance startup Atomberg has filed its draft red herring prospectus with SEBI for an initial public offering. The IPO includes a fresh issue of up to ₹450 crore and an offer for sale of 7.6 crore shares by investors including Temasek Holdings and A91 Partners. Atomberg may also conduct a ₹90 crore pre-IPO placement, using proceeds for debt repayment, marketing, research, and general corporate purposes.".

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Anxiety is the dizziness that comes with freedom to choose

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Søren Kierkegaard described anxiety as the "dizziness of freedom," where the abundance of life's possibilities creates uncertainty and responsibility. While modern access to information often increases hesitation, this anxiety can signal the importance of a decision. Rather than seeking a perfect choice or avoiding action, individuals must accept uncertainty and develop the courage to make thoughtful decisions to lead a meaningful, growth-oriented life.

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Microdrama’s Big Problem, The Data Centre Security Bill & More

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India's business landscape is evolving with the rise of localized microdramas and the growth of babycare quick commerce through Peeko's $7 million funding. Upstox is preparing for a ₹3,800 crore IPO, while Minimalist returns to profitability. Meanwhile, HUL faces a legal dispute with Beco, and LongStraw Carbon tackles pollution via biochar. Additionally, data center security concerns grow as critical digital infrastructure expands across the country.

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Technosport CTO on why scaling a business is rarely a server problem

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At DevSparks Hyderabad 2026, Technosport CTO Achal Sharma discussed aligning technology with business goals in his talk, "Beyond Code: Building Technology That Scales Businesses." Sharma argued that scaling requires identifying real bottlenecks beyond server capacity, such as inventory and customer experience. He highlighted Technosport's use of AI for demand forecasting and its transition to an in-house website to support a revenue target exceeding Rs 1,000 crore.

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Google’s new AI for students; How a care crisis sparked EzyHelpers

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China and India are integrating AI into traffic policing, while a British test highlights the risks of AI autonomy. Binance launched Agent OS for automated trading, and Google introduced AI study tools for students. In business, Walmart reported revenue growth, while Alibaba's profits fell due to AI investments. Additionally, Uber launched autonomous rides in Zagreb, and EzyHelpers expanded its domestic worker training and placement services in Bengaluru.

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Financial planning for founders: Preparing for growth, uncertainity and exit

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Founders often blur personal and business finances, risking their stability on a single outcome. To mitigate this, entrepreneurs should build profitable businesses while maintaining a diversified "Plan B" through systematic investments. Key strategies include paying a market-linked salary, keeping a substantial emergency reserve, and planning for taxes early. Diversifying equity through partial liquidity and post-exit asset allocation ensures long-term financial security regardless of the company's ultimate fate.

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How Red Balloon Aerospace is building India’s near-space infrastructure

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Red Balloon Aerospace, a Mangalagiri-based startup co-founded by CVS Kiran, is developing near-space infrastructure to bridge the gap between aviation and satellites. The company utilizes platforms like HELIX, VISTA, and ALTIS for communications, disaster response, and earth observation. With the launch of VISTA, India joins a small group of nations with indigenous hydrogen-powered stratospheric balloon capabilities, offering B2B and B2G services via a rideshare model.

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Tesla, Uber, and Waymo all get the OK to operate thousands of robotaxis in Nevada

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"The Nevada Transportation Authority has approved permits for Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to launch commercial robotaxi services in Clark County. Up to 8,000 autonomous vehicles could be deployed over the next year, though companies may not reach these maximums. While proponents anticipate new maintenance jobs, taxi operators warn of industry oversaturation and road congestion. Uber is promoting a hybrid model combining human drivers with autonomous vehicles.".

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