Kunal Shah named WhatsApp global CEO as Meta takes $900 million stake in CredMeta enters the cap table of fintech co-valued at $4.5 billion post-money; Miten Sampat is interim CEO. The funding comprises about $400 mi...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.31 PM IST
Meta’s Chris Cox sought Kunal Shah’s WhatsApp advice - then made him leaderMeta Chief Product Officer Chris Cox reached out to Shah directly in the spring, seeking advice on picking the future leader of WhatsApp. C...
24 Jun, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Intellectual curiosity & infectious optimism: Industry cheers Kunal Shah's new role as WhatsApp HeadIndia Inc. is celebrating Kunal Shah's appointment as WhatsApp head, hailing it as a milestone for Indian startup leadership. Industry lead...
23 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Meet Kunal Shah, serial entrepreneur and Meta's pick to lead WhatsAppIndian tech entrepreneur Kunal Shah is set to lead WhatsApp, the world's largest messaging platform, succeeding Will Cathcart. Shah, the fo...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.25 PM IST
Dealmaking stays strong as startup M&A momentum carries into 2026Indian startups are experiencing a surge in M&A exits, particularly in consumer, fintech, and ecommerce sectors, signalling a robust recove...
22 Jun, 2026, 08.34 AM IST
Byju's Aakash endgame; Startup deal street wakes upHappy Monday! Byju's US lenders and Manipal are close to sealing a settlement over Aakash. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
22 Jun, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
JioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund exits Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports and 3 other companies; adds Tata Motors and 14 more stocksJioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund exited Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports and three other stocks in May while adding Tata Motors and 14 new stocks ...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Peak XV, Nexus set for 7-9x returns from Turtlemint IPO share saleTurtlemint has set a price band of Rs 144-152 per share for its Rs 883 crore IPO, which opens on June 19. The IPO comprises a fresh issue o...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.14 PM IST
Pocket FM begins reverse flip talks; eyes potential India IPOAudio entertainment startup Pocket FM is reportedly in discussions to shift its holding structure back to India, signalling potential plans...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
Beyond the hype: 5 under-the-radar stocks common across India's 3 largest smallcap portfoliosIndia's top three smallcap mutual funds, managing over Rs 1.5 lakh crore, show strong consensus by holding five under-the-radar stocks acro...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.43 AM IST
Startup investors cash out nearly Rs 18,000 crore after IPO lock-ins endTop global investors like SoftBank and KKR have cashed out nearly Rs 18,000 cr from new-age Indian companies post-listing. This marks a shi...
16 Jun, 2026, 08.18 PM IST
Sarvam’s unicorn raise; Big exits in new IPOsHappy Tuesday! Sarvam has vaulted into the unicorn club after a fresh funding round. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
16 Jun, 2026, 07.56 AM IST
Law firms make a strong case for rehiring seasoned handsLeading Indian law firms are increasingly rehiring former lawyers, a trend dubbed "boomerang hiring," to combat intense competition for leg...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
UPI and AI: 'Buy Rs 500 worth gold if price drops below Rs 16,000/g'; your wish is AI agent's command, and it can make UPI payments at your target priceThe P3P AI agent can complete a UPI payment without any human authentication. However, the human still stays in control. Currently, AI agen...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Pine Labs shares rise over 4% after Q4 results. Why Morgan Stanley forecasts 67% upsidePine Labs shares surged after the company reported a significant turnaround, posting a Rs 59 crore net profit in Q4FY26 against a loss last...
26 May, 2026, 09.51 AM IST
Pine Labs Q4FY26: revenue up 17% to Rs 700 crore, net profit at Rs 59 crorePine Labs was listed in November 2025. Sharing details about its IPO proceeds, Pine Labs said that the company had raised Rs 2,080 crore in...
26 May, 2026, 07.14 AM IST
Pine Labs Q4 Results: Co turns to black, logs Rs 59 crore profit on 17% revenue jumpPine Labs Q4 Results: Payments solutions provider Pine Labs turned profitable in the March-ended quarter, posting a consolidated net profit...
25 May, 2026, 06.25 PM IST