unicorns

News and Trends

The Quest for Unicorns

While we are unlikely to witness another year like 2021 in the minting of unicorns in the near term one hopes that a similar environment emerges for exits. For (in keeping with the unicorn theme) surely the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow is more important than the unicorn appellation

Business News

The Top 10 Unicorns in the United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has always been a hotbed for tech innovation, birthing over 100 tech unicorns over the years.

News and Trends

Ratan Tata: 10 Startups He Invested in that Turned Unicorn

Over the years, Tata had invested in several startups, many of which went on to become unicorns. Let's take a look at some of the unicorns that Tata has invested in.

Growth Strategies

Saudi Unicorns: Rewaa Is On A Mission To Become A Trusted Tech Partner For Retailers In Saudi Arabia And Beyond

"We are committed to developing cutting-edge technologies, delivering exceptional customer support, and fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment that empowers our team to drive success for our clients."

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OYO Raises USD 50 Mn from InCred Wealth for Expansion Plans

The raised funds will support OYO's growth, global expansion, and enhanced business plans.

Growth Strategies

Unicorns Vs. Zebras: Rethinking What Counts For Entrepreneurial Success In The MENA Region

Unlike unicorns, which prioritize rapid growth and sky-high valuations, zebras focus on sustainability, profitability, and social impact.

Business News

Want to Start a Billion-Dollar Business? Look to These Two Industries, Which Have the Most Unicorn Growth

During a tough fundraising year overall last year, the value of cybersecurity and AI unicorns saw double-digit growth.

Growth Strategies

"We Got Funded!" Saudi Arabia-Based Tamara Becomes The Kingdom's First Homegrown Fintech Unicorn

With the completion of its latest US$340 million Series C equity funding round, Tamara's business valuation has reached $1 billion, making it the first homegrown fintech unicorn to come out of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Growth Strategies

At Your Service: Abhiraj Singh Bhal on Entering the Consumer Product Market

"For any company to be successful, there are two critical ingredients – being customer first in its thinking and execution and leveraging technology to launch winning products," shares Abhiraj Singh Bhal, Co-Founder and CEO, Urban Company

Growth Strategies

The Instant Startup: How To Build A Unicorn In 1,000 Days

Unlike traditional approaches that begin local before going global, modern businesses have the advantage of operating in a global marketplace from the outset.

Growth Strategies

The Unicorn Investor: Dr Apoorva Ranjan Sharma

The investor who's best at placing early-stage bets on companies now worth $1B+

News and Trends

Zepto Raises $200 Million, Turns Unicorn At $1.4 Billion Valuation

As per the company, it has grown its sales by 300% year-on-year and will likely achieve $1 billion in annualized sales within the next few quarters

News and Trends

Web3 And AI Startup ZYBER 365 Turns India's 109th Unicorn

The funding round will play a pivotal role in fuelling the company's expansion plans, enhancing its technological capabilities, and solidifying its global market presence

News and Trends

Tech Unicorn o9 Solutions Raises $116 Million Investment

o9 also announced that General Atlantic Operating Partner and business executive Gary Reiner has joined the Company's Board of Directors, bringing deep expertise at the intersection of technology, strategy and operations

News and Trends

Target Of 1 Lakh Unicorns And Around 20 Lakh Startups Is Doable, Says Rajeev Chandrasekhar

The minister also assured that the extent of digitalisation of government, governance and economy is going to accelerate even more