China out, India in? The Japanese begin a quiet but powerful pivotJapanese banks are increasingly shifting their Asia strategy from China to India and Southeast Asia as slowing growth, rising costs and geo...
03 Jun, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
Japan’s MUFG readies $250 million India fund as investor mix shifts in startup fundingJapan's MUFG is launching a significant $250 million fund for Indian startups. This new fund will focus on early and growth-stage companies...
02 Jun, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
Peak XV rejigs Surge; Digital lenders power through slowdownHappy Monday! Peak XV Partners is rebooting Surge after executive exits and a broader strategy reset. This and more in today’s ETtech Morni...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.25 AM IST
Digital lenders clock strong FY26 on sturdier fundamentalsNew-age fintech lenders like Fibe, Navi, and Kreditbee have achieved profitable growth in FY26, demonstrating business maturity despite eco...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Anthropic approaches $1T valuation; Google ads face heatAnthropic neared a trillion-dollar valuation following fresh funding. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
29 May, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
RMG cos reel from GST ruling; new-age firms’ costly rideHappy Friday! The Supreme Court’s latest GST ruling is the final blow for real-money gaming platforms after last year’s ban. This and more ...
29 May, 2026, 07.46 AM IST
Swiggy CEO on quick commerce space; India’s data centre surgeIn an interview, Swiggy group CEO Sriharsha Majety explained the outlook for the quick commerce industry and the shareholder vote hurdle, a...
28 May, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
Digital lending firm Kissht’s revenues jump 67% to Rs 619 crore in Q4The consumer lending startup closed the full 2026 financial year with operating revenues of Rs 2,179 crore and a net profit of Rs 281 crore...
28 May, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
Fuelled by lending boom, DPDzero bets big on AI-led debt recoveryAs India’s unsecured lending boom accelerates, collections are emerging as the next major battleground for fintechs and lenders.
27 May, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
Why India cannot build a world-class fintech champ yetIndia boasts world-class digital finance but lacks global consumer fintechs. Regulatory hurdles prevent innovation, unlike in markets with ...
18 May, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Cheap stocks aren’t always bargains; 5 valuation ratios every investor must trackDifferent sectors use different valuation metrics because business models vary. Investors therefore need to understand not just valuation m...
18 May, 2026, 11.29 AM 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
Fintechs trade the wild west for regulatory licencesIndia's leading fintech firms, once disruptors, are now actively seeking regulatory licenses to ensure sustainable growth. Companies like P...
14 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Credit at the tap: The opportunities and risks of India’s digital lending boomIndia's digital lending is rapidly transforming credit access, with mobile apps now disbursing significant loan volumes, especially to youn...
13 May, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Kissht makes stock market debut at 12% premium over IPO priceDigital lending firm Kissht debuted on the BSE at a premium. The company's shares opened at Rs 191, climbing to Rs 208 by market close. Thi...
08 May, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
The Gold Standard: How a Bootstrapped Company Outlasted Every Funded Rival in India’s Goldtech BoomAugmont Enterprises has quietly established India's most comprehensive gold platform. Unlike well-funded rivals that faltered, Augmont focu...
07 May, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
Oolka raises $14 million led by AccelBengaluru's Oolka, a fintech startup, secured $14 million led by Accel, with Lightspeed and Z47 also participating. The funds will bolster ...
30 Apr, 2026, 07.30 AM IST