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Indian Listed New-Age Tech Company Tracker: Market Cap, Revenue & More

Business • Akshit Pushkarna

Over 60 Indian new-age tech companies have gone public, reaching a cumulative market capitalization exceeding $161 billion. Fintech, enterprise tech, and ecommerce lead the listings, with 64% of these companies now reporting profitability. Geographically, Delhi NCR is the primary hub, hosting 25 listed firms and contributing $89.5 billion to the total market cap. This trend reflects a broader shift toward financial sustainability within India's startup ecosystem.

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Meet The 50 D2C Brands From D2CX By Inc42’s 8th Cohort

Business • Vandana Batra

Inc42 has launched the eighth cohort of its D2CX accelerator, welcoming 50 early-stage direct-to-consumer brands across various categories. The 12-week program offers mentorship and tactical playbooks to help founders navigate the "D2C 3.0" era. With India's D2C market projected to reach $310 billion by 2031, D2CX aims to bridge operational gaps and improve unit economics for over 400 founders since its inception.

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New-Age Tech Stocks: Fino Payments Bank Surges 29%, Go Digit Leads Weekly Losers

Business • Akshit Pushkarna

Most of the 58 new-age tech companies tracked by Inc42 saw declines this week, with 39 stocks ending in the red and cumulative market capitalization dropping to $142.41 billion. While Go Digit was the worst performer, Fino Payments Bank surged 29.16%. Despite overall caution, several companies hit 52-week highs. Other key updates include PhysicsWallah's stake increase in Sarrthi IAS and Zepto's anticipated IPO at a lower valuation.

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Skyroot’s Vikram-1 lifts India’s private space ambitions into orbit

Startups • Your story

Skyroot Aerospace has achieved a historic milestone with the successful orbital launch of Vikram-1 under Mission Aagaman, India’s first privately developed orbital rocket. This achievement validates the Indian Space Policy 2023, transitioning the nation's space program from ISRO-led dominance to private sector participation. The four-stage vehicle carried various commercial and symbolic payloads, signaling India's growing competitiveness in the global small satellite launch market and expanding space economy.

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Supreme Court Seeks Snapdeal’s Reply In Prescription Drug Sale Case

Business • Shrishti Bisht

The Supreme Court has sought a response from Snapdeal regarding Karnataka's challenge to a High Court ruling that quashed criminal proceedings over the unlicensed sale of a prescription drug. The case centers on whether e-commerce platforms can claim safe harbour protection under the IT Act when third-party sellers violate public health laws. This decision could redefine the liability of online marketplaces for illegal products sold by third parties.

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History Beckons: Skyroot Lifts Off With India’s First Private Orbital Mission

Business • Debarghya Sil

Skyroot, India's first spacetech unicorn, successfully launched Vikram-1, the country's first private orbital rocket mission, as part of Mission Aagaman. Blasting off from Sriharikota, the four-stage vehicle aims to place payloads into Low Earth Orbit while validating critical flight systems. This milestone follows India's space sector reforms and positions the nation as a global commercial launch destination, with Skyroot planning further upgrades and launches.

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Neil Rimer thinks the AI money is coming back out

Startups • Connie Loizos

Index Ventures co-founder Neil Rimer warns that the massive wealth generated by AI will eventually be redistributed, either voluntarily through philanthropy or involuntarily via legislation. As wealth concentration reaches historic levels and traditional charitable giving declines, proposals like California's wealth tax emerge. Rimer argues that tech leaders should proactively share their fortunes to avoid the forced redistribution seen during the Gilded Age's "soak-the-rich" era.

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From Emergent To Neo Group — Indian Startups Raised $281 Mn This Week

Business • Lokesh Choudhary

Indian startups saw a sharp funding rebound between July 11 and 17, raising $281.4 million across 24 deals. AI startups dominated the week, securing $172.4 million, nearly 60% of the total. Notable activities included Elevation Capital launching a $500 million fund and Aurum PropTech acquiring Locon Solutions for ₹458 crore. Additionally, Ather Energy approved a ₹1,200 crore fundraise, while InsuranceDekho prepares for a potential IPO.

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Art and design: How this Four Seasons hotel celebrates the creativity of Bengaluru

Startups • Your story

The Four Seasons Hotel at Embassy One in Bengaluru integrates luxury hospitality with contemporary art to serve as a cultural landmark. Designed by Yabu Pushelberg, the hotel features works from over 25 Indian artists and hosts rotating exhibitions via its CUR8 gallery. By blending regional aesthetics with international modernism, the property offers immersive experiences through art, literature, and gastronomy, reflecting the creative and innovative spirit of Bengaluru.

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From Lithuania to the world: Hostinger’s evolution; How LinkedIn India is driving global products

Startups • Your story

India launched its first hydrogen-powered train and Skyroot Aerospace prepares to launch the Vikram-1 rocket. Netflix is integrating generative AI into hundreds of titles, while LinkedIn's Bengaluru hub drives global product innovation. In business, Apple became the world's most valuable company, and Lithuanian firm Hostinger reports significant growth. Additionally, Chinese startup Moonshot AI released the Kimi K3 model, and Aurrevia launched a new investment fund.

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Applications close in 48 hours — here’s everything Australian founders need to know about Stripe x Startup Battlefield

Startups • Isabelle Johannessen

The window is almost shut. On August 19, eight startups will take the stage at Stripe Tour Sydney in front of investors, global press, and the Australian tech community. One startup walks away with automatic entry into TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco — no application, no further competition, a guaranteed spot on the world’s most […].

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Vertu wants executives to pay $6,880 for an AI agent — here’s how it actually performs

Startups • Jagmeet Singh

Vertu has launched the Alphafold, a luxury foldable smartphone starting at $6,880, targeting ultra-wealthy executives. The device features the Hermes AI agent, designed to automate complex professional workflows and integrate with a human concierge. While utilizing ZTE-based hardware wrapped in premium materials, the Alphafold's AI shows ambition in autonomy but struggles with accuracy and consistency compared to mainstream competitors like Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7.

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Databricks hits $188B valuation, extending its run as AI’s favorite second act

Startups • Julie Bort

Databricks announced a new funding round led by Coatue, valuing the company at $188 billion. This follows a series of rapid valuations increases as the firm transitions into a comprehensive AI provider. By leveraging enterprise data and open-weight models like Z.ai’s GLM 5.2, Databricks aims to offer cost-effective AI solutions. Recent internal benchmarks highlight the importance of both model selection and agentic harnesses in optimizing coding costs.

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The Zoom hack that says, ‘Don’t record me’

Startups • Connie Loizos

AI transcription apps are becoming ubiquitous, leading some professionals to take drastic measures to avoid recording. VC Jeremy Levine now lists his lack of consent in his Zoom name to combat the trend. While some users employ these tools to analyze social interactions, critics argue the practice kills spontaneity and creates legal risks. Furthermore, the sheer volume of recorded data raises questions about its actual utility.

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Agility Robotics plants its flag in Tesla’s backyard

Startups • Tim Fernholz

"Agility Robotics is opening a new 60,000-square-foot training facility in Fremont, California, to accelerate the deployment of its humanoid robot, Digit. Unlike competitors, Digit is already generating revenue through contracts with companies like Amazon and Toyota, totaling $300 million. The company plans to go public via a reverse-merger later this year, focusing on industrial logistics and manufacturing rather than consumer home applications.".

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AI-driven memory crunch jolts India’s smartphone market

Startups • Jagmeet Singh

AI-driven demand for memory chips is diverting production from consumer electronics to data centers, driving up smartphone prices. India, a price-sensitive market, has seen a 10% drop in shipments as budget-tier devices become more expensive. While premium brands remain stable, budget-focused Chinese manufacturers are losing market share. Analysts expect these memory shortages and elevated costs to persist until 2027, forcing consumers to delay device upgrades.

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Reliance Retail’s EBITDA Erodes In Q1 Amid Q-Comm Expansion

Business • Team Inc42

Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd. reported a 14.2% decline in Q1 FY27 net profit to ₹2,806 crore, despite an 8.2% revenue increase to ₹79,745 crore. The company's EBITDA margin dropped to 7.9% due to heavy infrastructure investments in its hyperlocal commerce expansion. While these costs pressure near-term margins, RRVL expects significant long-term scale and value creation from its growing quick commerce and digital delivery services.

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Apple and Google ordered to purge ‘nudify’ apps from App Stores

Startups • Lucas Ropek

"San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu has ordered Apple and Google to remove "nudify" apps from their stores, which create non-consensual deepfake pornography. California law prohibits facilitating such content, yet officials claim the tech giants continued profiting from these tools despite repeated warnings. The companies now face potential civil penalties if they fail to act within 28 days to prevent the exploitation of women and girls.".

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Nuclear startup Valar Atomics in talks to raise new funding at $6B valuation

Startups • Marina Temkin

"Valar Atomics, a startup developing small modular nuclear reactors, is seeking a $1 billion funding round at a $6 billion valuation, with Sequoia expected to lead. The company recently partnered with Nvidia to explore nuclear energy for AI data centers after a successful proof-of-concept demonstration. While facing regulatory hurdles and competition, Valar aims to deploy hundreds of reactors to meet the surging electricity demands of AI infrastructure.".

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I replaced my space heater and ceiling fan with one Dyson appliance

Startups • Aisha Malik

"The Dyson Hot+Cool HF1 is a $499 2-in-1 appliance providing year-round heating and cooling. Featuring a bladeless design for safety and easy cleaning, it includes smart controls via the MyDyson app for scheduling and remote operation. The compact unit operates quietly, utilizing an intelligent thermostat and adjustable oscillation. While its cooling mode functions as a fan rather than an air conditioner, it offers a convenient, space-saving alternative.".

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