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Finance

"We Got Funded!" Saudi Arabia-based BRKZ Raises USD$17 Million in Series A Funding

Founded in 2023 by Ibrahim Manna, serial entrepreneur and former Managing Director at Careem, BRKZ emerged from firsthand experience with construction industry inefficiencies.

News and Trends

From Fintech to Wellness: Top Startup Funding Stories of the Week (Feb 01–07)

Indian startups continue to attract significant funding, with innovative solutions across sectors. Here's a look at the top funding deals of the week:

News and Trends

Akasa Air Secures Fresh Investment to From Premji Invest, Ranjan Pai, 360 ONE Asset

The airline aims to leverage these investments to accelerate its expansion plans, enhance customer experience, and drive innovation in aviation safety, reliability, and technology.

News and Trends

Babynama, PlaySuper, and Origamis AI Raise Early-Stage Funding

The following Indian startups have announced their investment rounds.

Technology

"We Got Funded!": Dubai-Based qeen.ai Closes One of the MENA Region's Largest Seed Rounds

The seed funding will support qeen.ai's growth strategy by expanding the reach and capabilities of its agentic AI platform, scaling the team, and attracting a wider customer base.

News and Trends

VC Funding Records Slight Slump in January, Records Lesser Number of Mega Deals

Venture Capital funding in India is reported to have experienced a slight slump in 2025, recording USD 3.4 billion in January, a minor drop compared to USD 3.5 billion in 2024, according to a report by research firm Venture Intelligence.

Fundraising

How to Navigate Fundraising Challenges Like a Pro and Win Over Investors

Raising capital for your business is one of the most difficult hurdles to success. Here are some helpful tips for meeting these challenges head-on and overcoming them.

Technology

"We Got Funded!" Egypt-Based Khazna Closes a USD$16 Million Pre-Series B Round

With this new infusion of capital, Khazna aims to further fuel its growth by applying for a Digital Banking license in Egypt and advancing its expansion into the Saudi Arabian market.

News and Trends

HDFC Announces Eighth Edition of Grants Program to Support Social Impact Startups

Through the program, startups are poised to collect grants of up to INR 50 lakh, with a total program budget being INR 20 crore.

News and Trends

Dassault Systemes' Bets On Indian Startups; Says It Can Make Waves Globally

Dassault Systemes' long-term vision for the Indian startup ecosystem focuses on addressing the critical challenge of industrialization, which is a significant hurdle for startups globally, says Frédéric Vacher, head of innovation, Dassault Systèmes

News and Trends

Sammmm Raises INR 10 Cr Funding Led by Fireside Ventures to Redefine Teen Self-Care

The funds will be strategically used to diversify Sammmm's product portfolio, amplify brand visibility, and establish a strong multi-channel footprint.

News and Trends

Mankind Pharma, Gauri Khan, and Others Lead Innov8's INR 110 Cr Funding Round

The funding issue was oversubscribed by 2.7 times and facilitated by InCred, with the company being valued at INR 1,000 crore (around USD 120 million).

News and Trends

Veloce Opportunities Fund Surpasses INR 140 Crore Milestone, Targets INR 200 Crore Corpus

The fund has secured commitments exceeding INR 140 crores, including a INR 40 crore green shoe option, on its way to achieving its INR 200 crore target corpus in the coming months.

News and Trends

Handloom Fashion Brand Dressfolk Secures Funding to Scale Indian Craftsmanship Globally

In FY24, Dressfolk achieved nearly 200 per cent growth, supported by a network of over 800 weavers and 120 artisans across six Indian states.

Growth Strategies

"We Got Funded!" UAE-Based Pluto US$4.1 Million Pre-Series A Round Follows Launch of Platform That Supports Over 30,000 SMEs

The announcement comes just weeks after the company crossed AED1Billion in spend under Pluto's management.