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Deep tech, AI, Quantum Ventures lead Peak XV Surge’s ninth cohort
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Surge, Peak XV Partners' scale-up program for early-stage startups, has chosen 13 ventures for its ninth cohort, focusing on deeptech, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and quantum computing. This is Surge's first cohort since Peak XV Partners was established after the split from Sequoia Capital. Surge has shifted its sectoral mix to more advanced technologies, such as semiconductor companies and AI startups, reflecting the changing ecosystem in India and the broader region. Surge has previously backed over 140 startups, with a total of $2 billion raised post-program.
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Decoding the 9th cohort of Peak XV’s Surge
Entrackr
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1y ago
Medial
Peak XV Partners' Surge has launched its ninth cohort, consisting of 13 startups with a focus on AI and deeptech. The startups cover various sectors including advanced manufacturing, quantum computing, climate tech, and health tech. Seven of the startups are based in India, four in South East Asia, and two in Australia. Notable startups in the cohort include Ethereal Machines, Elivaas, Incore, Mindgrove, Newtrace, and ZeroK. Funding details and valuations of some startups are disclosed, with investments led by Peak XV Partners.
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Peak XV’s scale-up programme Surge opens application for its 10th cohort
YourStory
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1y ago
Medial
Peak XV's Surge program is launching its 10th cohort in India in October, targeting AI startups in search of seed funding. The application deadline is August 15, 2024. The venture capital firm's AI portfolio consists of 28 companies in various AI technology stacks, including foundational models, AI tools and infrastructure, consumer and professional AI applications, and enterprise and specialized vertical AI domains. The previous Surge cohort had a focus on AI and deep tech, with startups specializing in advanced manufacturing, quantum computing, climate tech, and health tech.
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Meet the latest female-founded startups in Peak XV's third cohort of Spark
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1y ago
Medial
Peak XV Partners recently announced its third cohort of female-founded startups in their Spark program. This cohort features startups in various industries such as AI, travel, fraud detection, wholesale trade, e-commerce, and healthcare. Spark aims to support and empower female entrepreneurs in their journey and provide them with access to valuable resources and mentorship. The program is part of Peak XV Partners' efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in the startup ecosystem.
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Peak XV Spark Shortlists 14 Startups For its Third Cohort
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Venture capital firm Peak XV Partners has announced the third cohort of its women entrepreneurs-focused Spark program. The cohort includes 14 startups with 16 female founders. The four-month program offers access to mentorship, domain knowledge, a curated community of female founders, and exclusive events. Each startup will also receive an equity-free grant of $100,000 and over $1 million in perks from other companies. The startups span various sectors including AI, healthtech, SaaS, B2B, and consumer businesses. Notable startups in the cohort include RaptorX.ai, BabyMD, CHOSEN, Fix My Curls, Profit Peak, and Wordsworth AI.
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Scoop: Peak XV out to raise $1.2 billion fund, its first since Sequoia split
Economic Times
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2m ago
Medial
Peak XV Partners, formerly part of Sequoia Capital, aims to raise a $1.2-1.4 billion independent fund to invest in early-stage ventures in India and Southeast Asia. The fund marks Peak XV's first since its Sequoia split and follows internal leadership changes amid a challenging VC funding environment. With prior successes backing firms like Zomato and Cred, Peak XV seeks to strengthen its position, expand to the US market, and capitalize on opportunities in AI and tech sectors.
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Peak XV launches Spark 03 cohort with 14 startups, including 16 female founders
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Peak XV, formerly known as Sequoia Capital India, has announced the launch of its new startup cohort, Spark 03, comprising 14 companies, 16 of which are led by female founders. The cohort includes a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and healthtech, with four companies in each category. The remaining companies are involved in SaaS, consumer and B2B platforms. Spark has had three cohorts to date, covering 48 founders and 41 startups across various sectors. The AI companies within the cohort include RaptorX.ai, FOBOH, Traverse, and Wordsworth AI, while healthtech solutions are represented by BabyMD, Soulside, Evenly, and another currently operating in stealth. Other companies include Profit Peak, Fix My Curls, Meritic, and Melvvi.
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Peak XV's Surge selects 14 startups for tenth cohort; focuses on AI, financial services
Economic Times
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8m ago
Medial
Surge, the early-stage startup program by Peak XV, has selected 14 startups for its tenth cohort in fields such as AI, financial services, consumer sectors, and healthcare. This cohort marks Surge's second since Peak XV's split from Sequoia Capital and is the most diverse in terms of geography and sectors represented. Surge has supported over 150 startups across 17 sectors since its launch in 2019. The program provides seed funding of up to $3 million and offers mentorship and support in various areas for founders.
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Meet The 14 Startups From Peak XV’s ‘Surge 10’
Inc42
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8m ago
Medial
Peak XV Partners has announced its selection of 14 startups for its Surge 10 cohort. Each startup will have the opportunity to receive up to $3 million in seed funding. The cohort will focus on various sectors including AI, developer tools, consumer brands, fintech, and healthcare. The Surge 10 programme will take place from October 2024 to February 2025, featuring a combination of in-person and online sessions and events.
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Flipkart Ventures invests in five early-stage tech startups
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Flipkart Ventures, the venture investing arm of Flipkart, is investing in five early-stage startups as part of its accelerator program called Flipkart Leap Ahead (FLA). These startups, Algomage, Castler, FlexifyMe, NimbleBox.ai, and ReCircle, are part of the third cohort of Flipkart Leap Ahead. Flipkart Ventures aims to provide mentorship and equity investments ranging from $250,000 to $500,000 to these startups, fostering growth and innovation in various sectors including deep tech, fintech, health tech, generative AI, and sustainability.
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Peak XV launches third edition of fellowship programme with 16 women founders
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Venture capital firm Peak XV, formerly known as Sequoia Capital, has launched the third edition of its fellowship programme, Spark, with a cohort of 16 women founders across 14 companies. The four-month programme offers a $100,000 equity-free grant and various perks, including cloud credits and mentorship. The startup founders include those in healthcare, AI solutions, SaaS, and consumer businesses. Peak XV has managed over $9bn in capital across 13 funds, invested in over 400 companies, and has seen 20 IPOs and multiple M&As in its portfolio.
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