Tech jobs go cold; Chip startups shift gearIndia’s tech hiring has fallen to its lowest level in more than two years. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
01 Jun, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
Shastra VC launches $100 million fund to back deeptech, AI startupsThe Bengaluru-based firm said the new vehicle will invest between $500,000 and $3 million in IP-led firms across these sectors. The launch ...
21 May, 2026, 09.49 PM IST
Is Meta opening WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots just to avoid tougher EU action? Here's what happenedMeta has offered rival AI chatbots limited free access to WhatsApp in Europe, with charges to be implemented after a usage threshold is met...
21 May, 2026, 05.43 AM IST
Govt’s new ‘law-to-code’ push; UpGrad’s $1.7 billion valuationHappy Wednesday! The government plans to translate legal provisions into software code that enforces compliance by design. This and more in...
20 May, 2026, 07.50 AM IST
As chip industry chases AI, US national labs look to newcomers for supercomputersAmerica's nuclear weapons program faces a computing crunch. High-precision simulations for nuclear weapons are becoming difficult to power....
18 May, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Nvidia may lead AI startup Simplismart’s $20 million fundraise at $100 million valuationChipmaking giant Nvidia is reportedly in advanced talks to lead a $20 million funding round for Simplismart, valuing the AI infrastructure ...
18 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Dara Khosrowshahi on Uber’s India bets, AI & jobs; Nvidia’s Simplismart betHappy Monday! Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi sat down with ET to discuss the company’s ambitions in (and for) India, among other things. This a...
18 May, 2026, 07.49 AM IST
Deloitte India could lead professional services space soon: Romal ShettyDeloitte India’s leadership believes that the future of professional services will extend beyond traditional offerings to solutions, platfo...
18 May, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
South Korea stocks gyrate as top aide floats AI ‘dividend’South Korea is considering a 'Citizen Dividend' from AI profits. A top policymaker proposed using excess tax revenue to benefit all citizen...
16 May, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
Bill Ackman's Pershing Square takes stake in Microsoft, citing 'compelling' valuationBillionaire investor Bill Ackman's fund Pershing Square is revealing a new investment in Microsoft. Ackman believes the tech giant is under...
15 May, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Ex-Peak XV trio raises Mettle; Fintechs go licence huntingHappy Thursday! Three former Peak XV MDs, who abruptly left the VC firm, are launching Mettle Capital to back Indian startups. This and mor...
14 May, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
Activate picks stake in ElevenLabs in first global growth-stage AI betVenture capital firm Activate has made its first global growth-stage AI investment in ElevenLabs. This New York-based voice AI company cons...
14 May, 2026, 08.23 AM IST
South Korea’s radical 'AI dividend' proposal: A bold future or a market nightmare?South Korea is discussing sharing the wealth generated by artificial intelligence. A government official suggested distributing AI profits,...
12 May, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Skyroot Aerospace, KreditBee among latest startups to enter unicorn clubIndia's startup scene is experiencing significant growth. Several new companies have achieved unicorn status, valued at over $1 billion. Sk...
08 May, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
Job cuts at Freshworks; Meesho, PB Fintech Q4 earningsFreshworks announced job cuts as it ramps up AI focus. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
06 May, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
Premji eyes Emergent bet; Krutrim plans unravelHappy Wednesday! Premji Invest is circling Emergent, looking to join its latest fundraise at a $1.5 billion valuation. This and more in tod...
06 May, 2026, 07.37 AM IST
Pentagon reaches agreements with leading AI companiesThe Pentagon has struck deals with seven major AI firms. These companies will integrate their advanced AI into the Defense Department's sec...
01 May, 2026, 09.26 PM IST