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Contract management SaaS firm Icertis betting on AI agents to drive growth
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4m ago
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Icertis, a digital platform for automating contract management, is enhancing its AI capabilities by developing an agentic AI platform alongside collaborations with companies and AI startups. Since the rise of ChatGPT, Icertis has increased its AI investments, integrating AI agents into workflows. Despite considering an IPO, their focus remains on execution amidst evolving tech landscapes. They are collaborating with partners like Microsoft and SAP, facing competition from firms like DocuSign and startups such as SpotDraft and LinkSquares.
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Icertis clocks 36.6% jump in net profit to Rs 97 Cr in FY24
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8m ago
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SaaS company Icertis reported a net profit of Rs 97 crore in the FY24, an increase from Rs 71 crore in FY23. The firm's operating revenue also rose by 33%, reaching Rs 863 crore. Icertis offers contract life cycle management services and has an AI-driven contract intelligence platform. In recent years, the company has raised significant funding, including $80 million in a Series F round in 2021 and $150 million in 2022.
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SaaS unicorn Icertis to raise $50 Mn
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4m ago
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US-based contract management SaaS firm Icertis is set to raise $50 million in a new funding round, according to a Form D filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The filing did not disclose the names of the investors. Last year, an ET report indicated that SoftBank was likely to invest in Icertis' new funding round, which might conclude at $150 million. This round follows Icertis' previous $150 million funding in October 2022 consisting of a revolving credit facility and convertible financing from Silicon Valley Bank. Icertis is an enterprise contract management software provider offering AI-powered solutions to enhance risk management, compliance, and efficiency across departments like finance, legal, procurement, and sales. According to startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Icertis has raised $522 million prior to this round, including both debt and equity, from investors such as Silicon Valley Bank, B Capital, Premji Invest, and others. Icertis became a unicorn in July 2019 after raising $119 million in its Series E round led by Premji Invest. It was last valued at around $5 billion. In India, the company is headquartered in Pune. Icertis Indian entity reported 33% growth in its operating revenue to Rs 863 crore in FY24 from Rs 649 crore in FY23. The company registered Rs 97 crore profit in FY24 compared to Rs 71 crore in the previous fiscal year.
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Will prefer to list in US; ready for opportunistic AI acquisitions: Icertis’ Darda
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2m ago
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SaaS unicorn Icertis, supported by prominent investors such as PremjiInvest, B Capital, and Greycroft Partners, raised $50 million in March, reaching a $2.8-billion valuation. Co-founder Monish Darda indicates that this funding will likely facilitate opportunistic acquisitions, focusing on enhancing AI capabilities. Additionally, Icertis has a preference for listing in the United States, aligning with its growth and strategic objectives.
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Blackstone, Temasek, Bain eye Haldiram; SoftBank may double down on Icertis
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1y ago
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Blackstone, Temasek Holdings, and Bain Capital are reportedly considering the purchase of a controlling stake in Haldiram Snacks Food Pvt Ltd. The private equity firms aim to secure a minimum 51% stake in the sweets-and-savouries manufacturer, valuing the company at $8-10 billion. Meanwhile, SoftBank is said to be considering increasing its investment in Icertis, a contract management software provider.
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Walmart bets on AI super agents to boost ecommerce growth - The Economic Times
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4d ago
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Walmart is launching AI-powered "super agents" to enhance its e-commerce operations and improve customer experience. These agents, aimed at shoppers, employees, suppliers, and developers, are designed to streamline tasks like product discovery, returns, and order management. Walmart hopes AI will drive online sales to make up 50% of its total sales in five years, competing with Amazon's AI tools. The AI is also expected to support employees and potentially create new jobs.
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SpotDraft raises $54 Mn in Series B round
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5m ago
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SpotDraft, a contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform, has raised $54 million in its Series B funding round led by Vertex Growth Singapore and Trident Partners. Xeed VC, Arkam Ventures, Prosus Ventures, and Premji Invest also participated in the firm’s new funding. With this, SpotDraft plans to invest in AI-driven products and expand its market presence. Previously, it raised $26 million in its Series A round in March 2023. SpotDraft provides contract management solutions for in-house legal teams which includes AI-assisted redlining, e-signatures, contract repositories, and third-party paper management. “We believe 2025 will be an inflection point for team SpotDraft,” said Shashank Bijapur, co-founder and chief executive officer. “Apart from market expansion and talent growth, we’re strongly committed to deepening the use of AI in the product to help legal teams unlock efficiencies and drive innovation.” With over 250 employees across its offices in Bengaluru and New York, SpotDraft is looking to further acquire key leadership talent in alignment with its growth strategy.
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SaaS looking beyond North America to openings in developing regions: Zoho executive
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1m ago
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The software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry is expanding beyond North America due to emerging opportunities in developing regions experiencing digitization. Markets like India and Latin America are growing rapidly, especially as growth slows in traditional markets. Increased digital privacy regulations also offer growth avenues. While there is interest in AI, adoption is hindered by regulatory and operational uncertainties. SaaS must adapt to accommodate autonomous AI agents, prompting architectural changes to meet new realities.
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SpotDraft collects $54 mn from Vertex Ventures, others
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5m ago
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SpotDraft, a contract lifecycle management firm, has raised $54 million in Series B funding led by Vertex Ventures and Trident Partners. Existing investors like PremjiInvest and Prosus Ventures also participated. The company, co-founded by Shashank Bijapur, Madhav Bhagat, and later Rohith Salim, offers an AI-driven platform to enhance efficiencies for legal teams. With offices in New York and Bengaluru, SpotDraft focuses on AI integration and market expansion, anticipating significant growth by 2025.
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Goldman Sachs nears $30-50 million MoEngage deal in signs of SaaS deals comeback
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1y ago
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Goldman Sachs is reportedly planning to invest $35-50 million in MoEngage through a secondary transaction, doubling down on the enterprise SaaS company. This investment comes amidst increased deal activity in late-stage SaaS startups. The funding round may include a discount on MoEngage's last valuation. The Bengaluru-based company was last valued at $700 million. The deal reflects the ongoing adjustment in SaaS valuations, which have seen a decline from the record highs of 2021. Other SaaS companies, such as Innovaccer, Whatfix, Icertis, and Atlan, have also recently raised funds or are finalizing funding rounds.
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SaaS fintech firm Zaggle identifies three acquisition targets
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6m ago
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SaaS fintech firm Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services Ltd is focusing on three acquisition targets to boost its post-IPO growth. According to Executive Chairman Raj Narayanam, the Mumbai-listed company's acquisition interests include segments like merchant card software, FASTag, and accounts management.
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