Eric Wu’s newest company, out of stealth since May, is going after construction’s labor crunch

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Eric Wu’s newest company, out of stealth since May, is going after construction’s labor crunch

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Eric Wu, who built and ran Opendoor before stepping away in 2022, has had his new company, NavigateAI, out of stealth since May — building AI copilots that give construction workers real-time, hands-free guidance through smartphones and Meta's AI glasses, backed by $25 million from Elad Gil, Khosla Ventures, and Lennar to tackle a labor shortage severe enough that data center projects alone now need 4,000 to 5,000 workers apiece.

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Shiprocket’s Mixed Q1, Purple Style Labs’ Muted Listing & More

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Shiprocket Reins In Losses In Q1 Shiprocket’s first quarterly results since listing show a startup inching closer to profitability. In.

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Pixxel bags $100M in India’s biggest spacetech fundraise; Food delivery app Swish to raise Rs 225 Cr

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Dear Reader, eB2B platform Udaan is set to acquire Swiggy’s distribution business Lynk Logistics for Rs 500 crore. The transaction involves a share swap agreement following which Swiggy will have a minority stake in Udaan. The deal strengthens Udaan’s distribution network and helps expand its p.

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GalaxEye Secures US Patent for Satellite Imaging Tech

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In a first for an Indian spacetech startup, GalaxEye has got a US patent for satellite imaging technology, securing its.

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Opaque recurrence, and other AI terms that you should probably know

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AI's rapid evolution introduces a complex new vocabulary, making even experts feel insecure. This glossary clarifies essential terms like AGI, AI agents, and chain-of-thought reasoning. It defines concepts from autonomous coding agents and computational power to deep learning, diffusion, and model distillation. The guide also explains issues like AI "hallucination," aiming to help users understand the fast-evolving language of artificial intelligence.

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A secret new Elizabeth Holmes documentary stuns Telluride

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Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's secret Elizabeth Holmes documentary, "You Can See Everything," stunned Telluride audiences Sunday night with its generous access to the Theranos founder.

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AI Adoption Could Create New Competition Risks In Digital Markets: CCI Chief

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Competition Commission of India (CCI) chairperson Ravneet Kaur has reportedly warned that AI could amplify anti-competitive practices in digital markets.

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What we expect from the upcoming Apple launch

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While Apple's first foldable iPhone Ultra will headline the September 9 launch, we're also expecting news about AirPods and HomePods.

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Got an AI Solution for Infrastructure? Rodic Consultants and Nasscom Are Opening the Door

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Rodic Consultants and Nasscom are calling on India's AI and deep-tech innovators to take on real infrastructure problems through the InfraAI Innovation Challenge, with applications open until September 10.

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Dronetech Startup AITMC’s FY26 Profit Remains Flat At ₹14.2 Cr, Revenue Up 26%

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Dronetech startup AVPL International parent AITMC Ventures reported a net profit of ₹14.2 Cr in the fiscal year FY26, a.

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8 Kahlil Gibran quotes on the human experience and pain

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Explore 8 profound Kahlil Gibran quotes on pain, growth, love, and the human experience that reveal life's deepest truths.

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Swish to raise Rs 225 Cr in funding round led by Bertelsmann India

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This is the second fundraise by the quick food delivery platform this year.

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Why these 5 books keep readers hooked till the last page

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Discover 5 gripping books readers can finish in one sitting, from unforgettable stories to page-turning plots that make stopping nearly impossible.

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Udaan to acquire Swiggy’s B2B business Lynk for Rs 500 Cr

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Swiggy acquired Lynk in 2023 The transaction will be a share swap agreement and following which Swiggy will have a minority stake in Udaan Swiggy, the food delivery and quick commerce company will sell its B2B distribution business Lynk to Udaan at an enterprise value of Rs 500 crore. This trans.

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Shiprocket Trims Q1 Loss By 24% YoY To ₹13.7 Cr, Revenue Surges 34%

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Recently listed logistics company Shiprocket managed to cut its net loss for the June quarter (Q1 FY27) by 24% to.

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Evenflow Brands signs Reebok licence to take the brand beyond shoes and apparel in India

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Evenflow Brands secured a licensing deal with Authentic Brands Group to significantly expand Reebok's product range in India. The agreement covers manufacturing and distribution of Reebok adventure gear, sports accessories, support/recovery products, and inflatables. This move broadens Reebok's footprint beyond footwear and apparel, leveraging Evenflow's local expertise to tap into India's fast-growing fitness and outdoor activity segments through e-commerce and retail channels.

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Deepinder Goyal’s Temple Takes First Step Towards Validating Its Wearable

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Deepinder Goyal’s wearable startup Temple has released its first validation study, with researchers finding that its proprietary brain flow metric.

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Swiggy To Sell Lynk To Udaan For ₹500 Cr, Pick Up 3.2% Stake In B2B Unicorn

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Swiggy’s subsidiary, Swiggy Networks Ltd, has entered a share acquisition agreement with B2B ecommerce unicorn Udaan to acquire Swiggy-owned retail.

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India's battery industry set to generate up to 2M jobs by FY30: Adecco India

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The industry's evolution from import dependency to a fully integrated cell-to-recycling industrial ecosystem is expected to create several jobs, says talent company Adecco India.

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Karnataka plans immediate AI skilling ahead of proposed AI University

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Karnataka’s proposed AI University will take a phased approach, with the state planning to launch AI skilling programmes before the full-fledged institution is established.

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