Fintech firm Pop hits monthly run rate of 1 million UPI transactions in two monthsPop has reached more than 1.5 million transactions since its launch. The app's UPI rewards, via Popcoins, are merchant-funded and can be re...
Quick-commerce vs e-commerce: Ready for the new pricefight in town?Quick-Comm operators like Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto matched prices with major ecommerce platforms Amazon and Flipkart, aiming to...
Sauce VC logs final close of third fund at Rs 365 croreConsumer-focused venture investor Sauce VC, which has invested in new-age brands like luggage maker Mokobara, has announced the final close...
Blinkit to increase warehouse count to 2,000 by 2026Blinkit, Zomato's quick commerce arm, is aiming to take its dark store tally to 2,000 by the end of 2026, the company said in its financial...
Expect to close Rs 100 crore second fund soon: Huddle VenturesHuddle Ventures' second fund of Rs 100 crore has been oversubscribed, with the final close expected in the next four to six weeks. General ...
RPSG Capital Ventures announces close of second fund at Rs 550 croreRPSG Capital Ventures with Fund II has already invested in startups such as Supertails, Perfora, Rabitat and Headway. The investors of this...
Amazon announces fourth season of Propel for startups; aims to launch 50 Indian startups in global markets in 2024The program brings together key stakeholders like VC partners, revenue-based financing partners, cross-border logistics & payments players ...
D2C space: Investments in "not my parents' brands" are #trendingInvestors like Titan Capital are shifting focus to Gen Z brands, moving away from traditional brands. This trend is visible in brands such ...
Ecommerce firm POP to launch marketplace for D2C brands with its own UPIThe company said it aims to build this D2C marketplace via a no-frills approach, enabling brands to benefit from deeper data and insights a...
Strong need for a reward currency for direct to consumer brands: e-Commerce enabler POPe-Commerce enabler POP anticipates expanding its rewards coin user base to 8 million by the end of the next year, up from the current 1.5 m...
Unwrapping joy! From innovative kitchen appliances to glamorous attire, here's your ultimate Christmas gift guideThis holiday season, simplify your gift-giving with our curated guide featuring a diverse array of thoughtful presents for your loved ones.
Ecommerce enabler POP to onboard 500 brands by March 2024With POPcoins, consumers can overcome the confusion of unstructured loyalty programs and earn and shop across brands on the POP network usi...
Planning to go on a shopping marathon on Black Friday? 4 ways you can make the most from discounts & get your money’s worth!Although it has the word ‘Black’ in it, Black Friday is one of the most-awaited of the year for shopping enthusiasts.
Young consumers buying into brand narratives first, say founders of new-age brandsAccording to new-age brand founders, many young consumers prioritize brand narratives over products when making buying decisions. They beli...
Young consumers buying into brand narratives first, say founders of new-age brandsIn the age of sustainability and brand connect, founders of D2C and new-age companies feel their stories convince consumers for repeat purc...
Brands and creators debate on the future of Meta's Threads as engagement dipsNew data apps tracking firm Sensor Tower indicates the hype has died down and Threads has seen a 20% decrease in active users and a 50% red...
D2C oral beauty, wellness brand Perfora raises $1 million in funding led by SaucePerfora will use the funds to build its team, introduce a range of innovative oral care solutions, strengthen its brand positioning, and ex...