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IIIT-H and UK Academy Launch Cohort for SDG Startups, UAE-Based Finanshels Revolutionizes Finance for SMEs

IIIT-H incubator and UK academy host a cohort for SDG-based startups. Startup spotlight on UAE-based Finanshels offering dedicated finance teams for SMEs. Israeli tech startups secure $3.1 billion amidst conflict. Ownify seeks $10 million to empower first-time homebuyers in the Triangle.Sources:https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/info-tech/iiit-h-incubator-uk-academy-to-host-cohort-for-sdg-based-startups/article68028604.ecehttps://www.entrepreneur.com/en-ae/starting-a-business/startup-spotlight-uae-based-finanshels-offers-a-dedicated/472122https://www.killerstartups.com/israeli-tech-startups-secure-3-1-billion-amidst-conflict/https://www.wral.com/story/startup-seeks-10-million-to-empower-first-time-homebuyers-in-the-triangle/21363354/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) IIIT-H incubator, UK academy to host cohort for SDG-based startups(00:02:50) Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Finanshels Offers A Dedicated Finance Team At Affordable Cost(00:06:18) Israeli tech startups secure $3.1 billion amidst conflict(00:08:35) Startup seeks $10 million to empower first-time homebuyers in the Triangle

Breezm’s Ambitious Expansion, Oyster CEO to Speak at EU-Startups Summit

Breezm plans to open 100 stores in the US, while Oyster's CEO will share insights at the EU-Startups Summit. Also, tech-driven gaming startups receive a $30M boost, and Indian startups secure $2.77B in funding. Stay updated on the latest developments in the startup world with Simply Startups.Sources:https://www.kedglobal.com/korean-startups/newsView/ked202404020009https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/04/tony-jamous-co-founder-ceo-at-oyster-will-speak-at-this-years-eu-startups-summit/https://cryptohead.io/news/tech-driven-gaming-startups-to-receive-30m-boost-from-andreessen-horowitz/https://entrackr.com/2024/04/indian-startups-mop-up-2-77-bn-in-march-2024-quarter-report/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Breezm lands at US with plan to open 100 stores in 5 years(00:02:55) Tony Jamous, Co-founder & CEO at Oyster, will speak at this year’s EU-Startups Summit!(00:04:55) Tech-Driven Gaming Startups to Receive $30M Boost from Andreessen Horowitz(00:07:37) Indian startups mop up $2.77 Bn in March 2024 quarter: Report

Accel’s Atoms 3.0 Program Empowers AI and Industry 5.0 Startups, Surge in Late-stage Funding for Indian Startups

Accel selects 8 startups for AI and Industry 5.0 solutions under Atoms 3.0 accelerator program. Late-stage startups see a surge in funding despite muted investments in March. Plus, growing crypto enthusiasm spurs Web3 startups to join accelerators. Also, blockchain startups peaq, Midas, BOB secure venture capital for expansion.Sources:https://egov.eletsonline.com/2024/04/accel-selects-8-startups-for-ai-and-industry-5-0-solutions-under-atoms-3-0-accelerator-program/https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/technology/late-stage-startups-see-a-surge-in-funding-despite-muted-investments-in-march-12549881.htmlhttps://cryptohead.io/news/growing-crypto-enthusiasm-spurs-web3-startups-to-join-accelerators/https://crypto.news/blockchain-startups-peaq-midas-bob-venture-capital/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Accel Selects 8 Startups for AI and Industry 5.0 Solutions under Atoms 3.0 accelerator program(00:03:30) Late-stage startups see a surge in funding despite muted investments in March(00:05:26) Growing Crypto Enthusiasm Spurs Web3 Startups to Join Accelerators(00:08:18) Blockchain startups peaq, Midas, BOB secure venture capital

Cognition Labs Seeks $2B Valuation, Genomics Startups Changing the World

A Peter Thiel-backed AI startup, Cognition Labs, seeks a $2 billion valuation. Explore the groundbreaking work of startups in genomics and their potential to change the world. Plus, income tax department targets startups over share premium, and French company Starburst Accelerator partners with IIT Madras to set up a €100 million startup hub.Sources:https://www.livemint.com/companies/a-peter-thiel-backed-ai-startup-cognition-labs-seeks-2-billion-valuation-11711866019258.htmlhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/abdoriani/2024/03/30/5-startup-opportunities-in-genomics/https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/income-tax-dept-targets-startups-over-share-premium-issues-notices/article68009687.ecehttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/french-company-starburst-accelerator-sarl-partners-iit-madras-to-set-up-100-million-startup-hub/articleshow/108905510.cmsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) A Peter Thiel-backed AI startup, Cognition Labs, seeks $2 billion valuation(00:02:39) 5 Startup Opportunities In Genomics(00:06:08) Income Tax dept targets startups over share premium, issues notices(00:09:09) French company Starburst Accelerator SARL partners IIT Madras to set up €100 Million startup hub

Astana Hub Empowers Women-Led Startups, Demystifying Startup Funding Rounds

Astana Hub presents successful women-led startups, highlighting the achievements and potential of female entrepreneurs in Kazakhstan. Plus, simplifying the maze of startup funding rounds, providing clarity and insights for entrepreneurs and investors. Also, exploring Vietnam's start-up scene and the challenges it faces in the long term. And, inspiring pivot stories from famous startups, showcasing the importance of adaptability and embracing change in the startup world.Sources:https://astanatimes.com/2024/03/astana-hub-presents-successful-women-led-startups/https://www.tice.news/know-this/decoding-startup-funding-jargon-navigating-the-maze-of-rounds-4432938https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3257267/vietnams-backers-say-skys-limit-even-start-ups-shiver-through-winter-fundinghttps://www.forbes.com/sites/abdoriani/2024/03/29/5-famous-startup-examples-of-successful-pivots/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Astana Hub Presents Successful Women-Led Startups(00:03:12) Simplifying Startup Finance: The Maze of Startup Funding Rounds(00:07:01) The sky’s the limit? Start-up doyens back Vietnam to survive funding winter(00:09:22) 5 Famous Startup Examples Of Successful Pivots

Challenges of Payment Processing in Fintech, Tax Scrutiny for Indian Startups

Processing charges pose a drag on fast-growing payments startups. Domestic startups come under income tax glare for their recent funding. Plus, Byju's founder floats share offer to make peace with estranged investors. Also, strategic networking: The key to startup success - Insights from Aneesh Khanna.Sources:https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/processing-charges-a-drag-on-fast-growing-payments-startups/articleshow/108859239.cmshttps://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/domestic-startups-come-under-income-tax-glare-for-their-recent-funding/articleshow/108859507.cmshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/28/byjus-founder-floats-share-offer-to-make-peace-with-estranged-investors/https://etinsights.et-edge.com/strategic-networking-the-key-to-startup-success-insights-from-aneesh-khanna/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Processing charges a drag on fast-growing payments startups(00:03:24) Domestic startups come under income tax glare for their recent funding(00:06:44) Byju's founder floats share offer to make peace with estranged investors(00:09:41) Strategic networking: The key to startup success - Insights from Aneesh Khanna

Innovative AI Tools and Funding Success in the Startup World

StartupOS launches Bolt Startup AI to revolutionize startup success. Vizcom raises $20 million to expand beyond cars and shoes. Liquid Death emerges to shake giants Pepsi and Coke. Alkira named among America's best startup employers by Forbes.Sources:https://www.forbes.com/sites/heatherwishartsmith/2024/03/28/startupos-launches-bolt-startup-ai-to-revolutionize-startup-success/https://www.forbes.com/sites/amyfeldman/2024/03/27/ai-design-software-startup-raises-20-million-to-expand-beyond-cars-and-shoes-vizcom-jordan-taylor-ford-new-balance/https://ciolook.com/vc-supported-beverage-startups-like-liquid-death-emerging-to-shake-giants-pepsi-and-coke/https://www.streetinsider.com/PRNewswire/Alkira+Named+Among+Americas+Best+Startup+Employers+by+Forbes/22992099.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) StartupOS Launches Bolt Startup AI To Revolutionize Startup Success(00:05:03) AI Design Software Startup Raises $20 Million To Expand Beyond Cars And Shoes(00:07:52) VC Supported Beverage Startups like Liquid Death Emerging to Shake Giants Pepsi and Coke(00:10:26) Alkira Named Among America's Best Startup Employers by Forbes

Ukrainian Drones Revolutionize Warfare, Indonesian Tech Startups Face Funding Decline

Ukrainian startups are transforming the drone industry amidst conflict. Indonesian tech startups experience a significant drop in funding. Plus, Accel selects promising startups for its AI and Industry 5.0 accelerator program. Also, LG Electronics spins off five in-house venture firms in South Korea.Sources:https://thenextweb.com/news/drone-startups-ukraine-war-dual-usehttps://technode.global/2024/03/28/tracxn-indonesian-tech-startups-funding-declines-36-percent-in-first-quarter/https://yourstory.com/2024/03/accel-accelerator-atoms-cohort-ai-industry-startups-investmenthttps://www.kedglobal.com/korean-startups/newsView/ked202403280011Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Ukrainian drones aim to turn war experience into civil business(00:03:28) Tracxn : Indonesian tech startups funding declines 36 percent in first quarter(00:06:39) Accel selects 8 startups for third cohort of accelerator programme Atoms(00:09:19) LG Electronics spins off 5 in-house venture firms via competition

Israeli Climatetech Startups Unveiled, Wasoko’s Value Marked Down, AI Productivity Software for Blue-Collar Service Companies, and GITEX Africa 2024: A Game-Changing Event

Climate First announces the second cohort of Israeli climatetech startups. Wasoko, an African B2B e-commerce giant, experiences a significant markdown in its value. Rising Tide launches AI productivity software for blue-collar service companies. GITEX Africa 2024 is set to welcome global tech and startup leaders to Morocco. Join us as we explore these exciting developments in the world of startups and technology.Sources:https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/hynarh11kchttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/27/african-b2b-e-commerce-giant-wasoko-marked-down-to-260m-after-vc-halves-stake/https://richmondbizsense.com/2024/03/27/local-startup-launches-ai-productivity-software-aimed-at-blue-collar-service-companies/https://www.maddyness.com/uk/2024/03/27/gitex-africa-2024-set-to-welcome-global-tech-and-startup-leaders-to-morocco/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Climate First announces second cohort of Israeli climatetech startups(00:03:41) African B2B e-commerce giant Wasoko marked down to $260M after VC halves stake(00:06:42) Local startup launches AI productivity software aimed at blue-collar service companies(00:10:06) GITEX Africa 2024 set to welcome global tech and startup leaders to Morocco

Canva’s Bold Acquisition, Hydrogen Revolution in Manchester, AI Startups Driving Innovation

Canva acquires Affinity, marking the startup's biggest acquisition to date. Sustainable Ventures picked to boost North West hydrogen startups. AI and data infrastructure drives demand for open source startups. Plus, Global Startup Awards Africa searching for the top tech solutions in Africa.Sources:https://www.neowin.net/news/canva-acquires-affinity-marking-the-startups-biggest-acquisition-to-date/https://www.azocleantech.com/news.aspx?newsID=34737https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/26/ai-and-data-infrastructure-drives-demand-for-open-source-startups/https://nextbillion.net/business-development/global-startup-awards-africa/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Canva acquires Affinity, marking the startup's biggest acquisition to date(00:02:52) Sustainable Ventures Picked to Boost North West Hydrogen Startups(00:05:47) AI and data infrastructure drives demand for open source startups(00:09:20) Global Startup Awards Africa