This man quit his $250,000 Meta job to start over. Three years later, he works just 20 hours a week and lives a stress-free life. What he chose to do next changed his lifeJason Shen left Meta after nearly three years, prioritising his time and personal fulfilment. He turned executive coaching into a full-time...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
DPIIT inks MoU with PhonePe, Shell India to support startupsUnder its collaboration with DPIIT, PhonePe will provide DPIIT-recognised startups with a range of benefits, including transaction credits ...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
With $9.3 billion existing Dubai investment, 55,274 jobs; new MoUs seek to expand India-UAE AI and trade tiesThe agreements were signed in Bengaluru between the Indian industry bodies and a delegation led by Dubai Chambers’ president and chief exec...
20 Aug, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
ET Startup Awards 2026: Nominees for Social EnterpriseWith this category, we intend to recognise the startup that best embodies the ‘double bottomline’ model, one that combines profits with the...
20 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Talent, data hurdles primary barriers for India's AI ecosystem: ReportAccording to the report, which surveyed 308 stakeholders, including startups, business users, and consumers, 47.2% of respondents identifie...
19 Aug, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
At Beijing AI-themed bar, DeepSeek tokens come with the pintsAs AI enthusiasm sweeps across China, Song De opened AGI Bar, named after the concept of artificial general intelligence where AI systems s...
18 Aug, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
QpiAI opens quantum processor manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, targets 10,000 physical qubitsBengaluru-based quantum computing startup QpiAI has opened an 8-inch quantum foundry to scale production of quantum processors, with plans ...
17 Aug, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
SIDBI backing is a ‘huge stamp of credibility’ for Cedar Hill Capital: Sahil AnandSIDBI’s backing of Cedar Hill Capital’s fund marks a strong vote of confidence in its strategy of investing in AI-first enterprise FinTech,...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
As country's AI talent gap grows, investors step in to help companies hireA notable shortage of skilled talent in artificial intelligence roles is challenging Indian companies. The need for qualified AI engineers ...
16 Aug, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
End dependence days: What India should and should not buildCurrent government procurement policies can obstruct innovation, often favouring established firms. Furthermore, major Indian corporations ...
15 Aug, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
ETtech Deals Digest: Yulu, Centricity lead weekly funding at $109 million, down 50% on-yearIndian startups raised $109.4 million across 11 funding rounds during the week ended August 14, led by electric mobility startup Yulu and w...
14 Aug, 2026, 09.38 PM IST
India’s next competitive advantage must be built, not inheritedIndia aims to lead global growth by building integrated capabilities and executing effectively. Its GCC base and digital infrastructure off...
14 Aug, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
DeepSeek releases official V4 Pro model as it steps up expansionThe new rates - ranging from 50% to 1,100% above current prices, depending on the model, token type, and time of use - will take effect o...
13 Aug, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
T-Hub launches founder fellowship 'Blueprint' for deeptech startupsAs part of the programme, startups will develop a 12-month operating plan and prepare for their next fundraise through investor-ready pitch...
13 Aug, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
Accel raises $3.5 billion to invest in emerging global AI startupsThe firm, which has backed artificial intelligence companies including Anthropic, Cursor and Perplexity, has raised four separate funds ded...
12 Aug, 2026, 09.19 PM IST
Indian startups increasingly eye Abu Dhabi for global expansion: Hub71's Basma AlDhaheriIndian startups are increasingly looking beyond the domestic market as they seek international growth, with Abu Dhabi emerging as an attrac...
12 Aug, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh cabinet approves establishment of deep tech innovation centre U-HubUttar Pradesh will establish deep tech U-Hubs in Lucknow and Noida. These hubs will foster innovation and create thousands of technology jo...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.35 AM IST