Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M

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Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M

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Advances in AI, computing, and superconducting magnets have accelerated the pursuit of commercial fusion power. Following a landmark scientific breakeven by a U.S. lab, several well-funded startups, including Commonwealth Fusion Systems and Helion, are developing diverse reactor designs. These companies, backed by billions in private capital, aim to provide nearly limitless energy, with some targeting operational power plants as early as 2027 or 2028.

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Home interiors startup Gravity raises $15M led by 3one4 Capital and Info Edge Ventures

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Home interiors startup Gravity raised $15 million in funding, led by 3one4 Capital and Info Edge Ventures, with other investors participating. The capital will strengthen technology, distribution, and infrastructure, support category expansion, and build brand capabilities. Founded by former Livspace executives, Gravity aims to simplify India's fragmented interior materials ecosystem, initially focusing on kitchens and wardrobes, by providing a shared technology and operating backbone for specialist businesses.

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Tinder adapts to a social, IRL dating future with ‘Group Hangouts’ feature

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As younger users grow increasingly tired of the endless scroll, dating apps are scrambling to adapt to a generation that increasingly wants dating to feel more social and rooted in real-world experiences. The latest example comes from Tinder, which on Wednesday announced the launch of “Group Hangouts,” a new feature that lets groups of friends […].

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WillJini raises first round at $3.5M valuation, without pitching a single VC

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WillJini raises first round at $3.5M valuation, without pitching a single VC Estate-planning startup WillJini grew from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 50 lakh in monthly revenue over three years using client money, before raising from SPJIMR batchmates, friends, and its own channel partners. Less than 1% of I.

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Startup Funding Crawls Up 5% YoY To $2.2 Bn In Q3 As Investors Get Picky

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Indian startups raised $2.2 Bn in Q3 2026, a 5% YoY increase, despite declining deal counts and active investors. Growth stage funding surged 38%, while AI, deeptech, and cleantech attracted strong interest. M&A activity rose 69% YoY, and six new tech companies went public, providing investor liquidity. Bengaluru led funding with over $1.4 Bn, and two startups achieved.

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Apple Pay Launches In India, Partners With Axis Bank

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Apple Pay has launched in India, with Axis Bank as its first banking partner. The service initially supports Visa and Mastercard credit cards issued by Axis Bank, allowing iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch users to make payments in apps, online, and at contactless stores. Payment infrastructure providers like Juspay and Cashfree are facilitating its rollout across various merchant networks, with Mac support expected soon.

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Why the next commerce battle will be for the gap between discovery and access

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Digital content has made product discovery increasingly accessible across India, but affordability, assortment and convenience remain gaps for consumers beyond the metros. The next phase of ecommerce will depend on how effectively businesses bridge that gap between aspiration and access.

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OpenAI’s latest features take direct aim at the app store model

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"At OpenAI's Dev Day, the company unveiled plans to disrupt traditional app stores by transforming ChatGPT into a central hub for software discovery and execution. New features include in-chat app suggestions, an enterprise marketplace, and 'Sign in with ChatGPT' for identity management. Additionally, OpenAI introduced 'Dots,' autonomous AI agents capable of navigating the web and utilizing over 4,000 connected apps to complete complex tasks for users.".

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Will Amend IT Rules To Bar Under-18s From Social Media: Centre To SC

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The Centre informed the Supreme Court it plans to amend IT Rules, prohibiting individuals under 18 from opening social media accounts. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that agreements with minors are void, emphasizing the need to protect children from online risks. This move, prompted by an NGO petition, would place India among nations tightening social media access for youth, with an 18-year threshold being notably higher than most international standards.

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AI-powered app maker Wabi pivots to a messaging experience

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AI startup Wabi is pivoting to Wabi 2.0, an AI messenger that dynamically builds apps for users. Founder Eugenia Kuyda describes it as a personal agent creating interfaces on demand, moving beyond chat-only interactions. It aims to combine conversation and productivity, allowing users to.

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Can a chatbot fix the government maze? The White House is about to find out

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President Trump announced America.gov, an AI chatbot designed to simplify access to government services and information. Google confirmed its partnership, utilizing its Gemini AI model. Trump described it as "one front door" for all inquiries. However, the article raises concerns about AI chatbots' susceptibility to hallucinations. Errors from America.gov could lead to serious consequences for users seeking vital information on food stamps, visas, or taxes, potentially causing missed deadlines or denied benefits.

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CoinSwitch turns profitable in FY26 on adjusted EBITDA as revenue jumps 150%

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Crypto platform CoinSwitch achieved adjusted EBITDA profitability in FY26, with revenue surging 150% to Rs 324.19 crore. Adjusted EBITDA increased over 50-fold to Rs 86.38 crore, and the margin expanded to 27%. This growth significantly outpaced a 37% rise in operating costs, demonstrating strong operating efficiency and disciplined scaling while investing in technology and.

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5 Books that help you become more consistent in life

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Consistency is a vital yet challenging skill, often abandoned when motivation fades. This article reviews five books offering diverse strategies to build lasting consistency. They emphasize understanding human behavior, overcoming self-sabotage, consistent practice over inspiration, prioritizing limited time, and fostering self-compassion. These resources highlight that sustainable change comes from small, repeated actions, self-awareness, and supportive systems, rather than willpower alone.

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IIM Kozhikode partners with Walmart Global Tech to nurture Indian deeptech startups

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IIM Kozhikode’s business incubator, IIMK LIVE, has partnered with Walmart Global Tech to launch DEEP LEAP, a deeptech incubation programme. Supported by Rs 2.89 crore in CSR funding, the initiative will select 50 early-stage startups from 1,500 applicants for a 12-month cohort. Focusing on fields like AI and robotics, the program provides mentorship, seed funding, and strategic support to help founders scale their innovations globally.

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From payments to wealth: Where is India's fintech story headed next?

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India’s fintech story is moving beyond payments and credit as rising incomes and longer lifespans create a growing need for personalised wealth advice. But access to independent, affordable financial guidance remains limited, leaving a gap that AI and digital infrastructure could help bridge.

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AceVector IPO Oversubscribed 2.59X On Day 3 So Far

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AceVector's ₹420 Cr IPO was oversubscribed 2.59X, driven by strong demand from non-institutional investors (NIIs) at 4.11X. Qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) and retail investors also significantly oversubscribed their quotas. The Snapdeal parent's shares are tentatively scheduled to debut on the BSE and NSE on October 5. Proceeds will fund Snapdeal's marketing, technology, and.

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TechSparks 2026: More founders, tech leaders, global policymakers shaping the New Tech Order

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TechSparks 2026, YourStory's flagship summit, will convene in Bengaluru from October 13-15 under the theme ‘The New Tech Order’. The event will explore policy, deeptech, AI, fintech, aerospace, mobility, and digital infrastructure, focusing on how these elements are transforming technology development. Speakers include Karnataka ministers Priyank Kharge and.

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Hausla Empowered by Kotak Mahindra back with 4 founders solving everyday problems with tech

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Strapline: Season 2 of Kotak's founder-focused docuseries Hausla Empowered follows four startups building solutions for railway safety, Parkinson's care, farm losses, and early disease detection. Gayatri Guha A train track that can flag a problem before it becomes a failure. A solution to assis.

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Ola Electric plans Rs 1,000 Cr rights issue, appoints new compliance officer

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Ola Electric plans to raise Rs 1,000 crore via a rights issue and appointed Deepa Bansal as Company Secretary, strengthening its leadership and finances. This move comes amid intensifying competition in India's electric two-wheeler market, where Ola Electric faces declining market share and revenue. Despite a revenue drop, the company.

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Sachin Tendulkar bats for OpenAI; Nvidia’s new shield for AI agents

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While cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has teamed up with OpenAI in a multi-year partnership to show how ChatGPT can be used for everyday learning, idea generation, and personal interests; Nvidia has unveiled a security platform that can stop AI agents from going rogue.

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Nvidia launches new platform for reining in rogue AI agents

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As the debate rages over whether the recent spate of rogue AI agents is a step toward AGI or a more conventional engineering problem, Nvidia is offering its own answer to problem. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Monday introduced a toolkit of software and hardware products that add independent security layers around AI agents to […].

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