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Tech & Startup News in Hindi | लेटेस्ट टेक और स्टार्टअप न्यूज़
Salesforce is integrating members of Moonhub’s team, an AI-driven startup specializing in talent acquisition, following Moonhub’s closure announcement. Though not a full acquisition, the move aligns with Salesforce’s growing AI strategy. Moonhub, backed by investors like Khosla Ventures and Salesforce, built tools for automated hiring. The team will now help enhance Salesforce’s AI-driven HR solutions.
Read more on: TechCrunch
Samsung is reportedly planning to invest in AI startup Perplexity and integrate its technology into future Galaxy phones. Discussions include preloading its app, enhancing Bixby with Perplexity’s AI, and adding its search tools to Samsung’s browser. This move follows Perplexity’s $500M raise at a $14B valuation, drawing attention from Apple and Motorola too.
Read more on: TechCrunch
UK startup Space Forge raised $30M to produce advanced semiconductor materials in space, where microgravity yields purer crystals. Supported by the NATO Innovation Fund and defense giant Northrop Grumman, the company aims to power technologies ranging from 5G networks to quantum computing systems. Its first launch failed in 2023, but a new mission, “The Forge Awakens,” is set to demonstrate its tech later this year.
Read more on: TechCrunch
Australian startup Heatseeker AI has secured $1.5M in US-led pre-seed funding to scale its behavioral research platform. With clients like Medibank, Tyro, and Bain, the platform captures real-time customer behavior. Led by ex-Cisco innovator Kate O’Keeffe, the team runs product in Australia and sales from the US—mirroring Atlassian and Canva’s global playbook.
Read more on:Innovationaus
Nykaa posted a sharp rise in profit, hitting ₹20.28 crore in Q4 FY25, thanks to its thriving beauty and personal care business. Revenue jumped 23% YoY, though fashion losses deepened. B2B expansion and order growth strategies paid off, but rising costs and fashion vertical struggles hint at uneven performance across segments.
Read more on:YourStory
UPI is clearly the backbone of India’s digital economy, now powering 84% of retail payments. Its explosive growth in QR codes and global expansion shows India’s fintech edge. Meanwhile, RBI’s CBDC pilots signal a strategic shift toward programmable money. The future? A hybrid payments system blending real-time rails with state-backed digital currency. A bold move.
Read more on:YourStory
Perplexity has launched Perplexity Labs for Pro subscribers, enabling users to create reports, dashboards, web apps, and more using AI. Available on web and mobile, Labs boosts functionality with tools like code execution and data visualization. The move strengthens Perplexity’s enterprise appeal, aligning with reports of a potential $1B raise at an $18B valuation.
Read more on:TechCrunch
Grammarly has landed a $1 billion non-dilutive commitment from General Catalyst’s Customer Value Fund, designed to support sales, marketing, and strategic acquisitions. Instead of equity, Grammarly will repay the capital via a capped share of revenue. The AI productivity firm, now led by ex-Coda CEO Shishir Mehrotra, earns $700M+ annually and continues evolving post its Coda acquisition.
Read more on:TechCrunch & Yourstory
Mumbai-based Snabbit has raised $19M in a Series B round led by Lightspeed, bringing its 2024 total to $24.5M. The quick service startup, now active in 10 micro-markets, plans to expand to 200+ in 9 months. Founder Aayush Agarwal cites strong traction in Mumbai and Bengaluru as the driver behind this aggressive growth push.
Read more on:YourStory
Walmart says quick commerce now forms 20% of its India ecommerce via Flipkart, which is rapidly scaling Flipkart Minutes with 800 stores planned. Backed by recent capital infusions, Walmart prioritizes growth over short-term profits. Meanwhile, Myntra received $125M funding and launched Myntra Global, aiming to serve the Indian diaspora with hyper-personalized fashion and beauty offerings.
Read more on:YourStory
