Shorooq backs Yann LeCun’s AI startup AMI Labs in $1.03B seed round
The UAE-based investment firm joined a global investor group backing the Paris-headquartered artificial intelligence startup founded by former Meta chief AI scientist Yann LeCun.
Startups
Fino Payments CEO Arrest Sends Shockwaves: What It Really Means for India’s Fintech Boom
One enforcement action isn’t just a headline — it’s a wake-up call for founders, investors, and the entire fintech ecosystem.
CCPA Fines Raising Superstars ₹8 Lakh for Misleading Child Development Claims
The Central Consumer Protection Authority penalizes Raising Superstars for unverified claims on infant milestones, highlighting tighter scrutiny of edtech advertising.
How Three Indian Women Built an AI Platform Helping Hospitals Diagnose Patients Faster
From a ₹7 lakh grant to processing more than 1,000 medical scans a day across India, Easiofy’s AI imaging platform is helping hospitals speed up diagnostics in smaller cities and underserved regions.
From Oil to Microchips: Saudi Arabia’s Ambition to Join the Global Semiconductor Race
Saudi Arabia is accelerating its push into deep technology with a national semiconductor initiative designed to attract chip startups, train engineers, and position the Kingdom within the global semiconductor supply chain.
AI Unicorns, Defence Tech and D2C: What February 2026 Reveals About India’s Startup Funding
From Neysa’s $1.2B AI round to Deepinder Goyal’s new venture Temple and multiple defence, robotics and D2C deals, February 2026 shows where real capital moved — and why it matters.
Deepinder Goyal Shifts Focus to Neuroscience With Temple
Zomato founder pivots to brain-tech wearable venture amid growing attention around startup’s funding and hiring policies
Why Deepinder Goyal’s New Startup Is Testing the Limits of Hiring Culture in India
A $54 million fundraise and a controversial hiring filter have turned Temple into more than just another startup launch — they’ve exposed a deeper shift in how founder-led companies are shaping culture, capital, and identity in 2026.
The First 12 Months of My Startup Were a Disaster – Here’s What Actually Saved It
A founder’s honest confession about the mistakes, wrong priorities, and hidden realities that nearly slowed his startup journey — and what every first‑time entrepreneur should understand before launching.
HomeEssentials raises ₹70 crore in pre-Series B round led by 360 ONE Asset
The D2C home and kitchen brand plans to scale omnichannel presence, expand offline stores, and target ₹500 crore revenue in the next 2–3 years.
[Exclusive] How LeadSynth AI Helps Founders Turn Conversations Into High-Intent Sales Leads
Irbid, Jordan-based startup LeadSynth AI uses AI to monitor real-time conversations on Reddit, Telegram, and X, helping founders capture leads when it truly matters.
The Middle East’s Startup Funding Signals from February 2026: AI, IPOs, and Institutional Capital Are Reshaping the Market
Early 2026 funding rounds in the Middle East reveal new trends in AI investment, IPO readiness, and the rise of institutional-backed capital shaping the startup ecosystem.