The latest from India's startup and technology ecosystem
Slice CEO Rajan Bajaj reveals plans to transform the fintech into a primary bank for payments, savings, and borrowing, following a $100 million funding round and strategic board appointments of former banking executives.
Reliance is deepening AI and cloud partnerships with Meta and Google, leveraging Llama models and cloud services, ahead of Jio Platforms' IPO, which aims to raise over INR 30,213 crore.
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NPCI has deferred UPI merchant fees until after Diwali, balancing rapid innovation like instant card ATMs and AI integration with the financial stability of India's fintech startups, following a 32% profit dip.
SpaceX's Tesla Roadster showcases internal tech convergence, while Satlyt pushes for open satellite software, highlighting divergent strategies in deep tech and space innovation.
Reliance Industries responds to Elon Musk's Starlink allegations, stating it welcomes competition. Rahul Gandhi attacks the Modi government over monopolies, raising questions for Indian startups about market fairness and regulatory hurdles.
Fitness and lifestyle platform Cult.fit has received SEBI clearance for its initial public offering (IPO), aiming to raise ₹950 crore through a fresh issue of equity shares and an offer for sale.
Jio Platforms is forging new AI and cloud partnerships with Google and Meta, transitioning them from minority shareholders to strategic collaborators, as the company prepares for its IPO opening on October 21, 2026.
Ather Energy's subsidiary secures an IRDAI license to distribute life, general, and health insurance, marking a convergence of EV and financial services in India, amidst IRDAI's concurrent focus on commission caps.
HDFC Bank's stock market surge on October 16, 2026, follows key executive appointments including Jimmy Tata as Chief Credit Officer and the upcoming high-profile hire of Anup Bagchi, signalling strategic stability and growth.