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Flipkart Ventures launches Leap Ahead 4.0 to offer up to $500K to startups
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22d ago
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Flipkart Ventures has launched the fourth edition of its accelerator program, Flipkart Leap Ahead 4.0, targeting early-stage AI-native startups in India. The program offers up to $500,000 in equity investments and provides mentoring on product development, design, and fundraising. Focusing on sectors like fintech and enterprise AI, the initiative aims to foster technological innovations in generative AI, dronetech, and quick commerce. The program culminates in a Demo Day, connecting startups with top investors.
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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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Flipkart Ventures selects five startups for its accelerator programme
Economic Times
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5m ago
Medial
Flipkart Ventures has chosen five startups for its Flipkart Leap Ahead accelerator programme, offering each up to $500,000 in equity investments and mentorship. Selected startups include Xportel, Factors.ai, Expertia.ai, Bharat Krushi Seva, and Visa2Fly. Participants will receive guidance on business, product, technology, and finance from Flipkart leaders. This initiative aims to support India's startup ecosystem by fostering innovation and providing strategic networks. Since its start, Flipkart Ventures has supported over 20 startups.
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Flipkart Ventures to fund, mentor GenAI-based early stage startups
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Flipkart Ventures, the investment arm of Flipkart, has launched its accelerator programme called Flipkart Leap Ahead (FLA). Startups selected for the programme will receive equity investments ranging from $200,000 to $500,000. The FLA programme aims to support and accelerate the growth of early-stage startups. Applications for the programme are open from April 22 to May 26. Selected companies leveraging GenAI in their core solutions will receive equity investments and two months of mentorship from industry experts.
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Healthtech startup FlexifyMe raises $1M led by Flipkart Ventures, others
IndianStartupNews
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1y ago
Medial
Pune-based healthtech startup, FlexifyMe, has raised $1 million in a seed funding round led by Flipkart Ventures. The funds will be used to enhance their AI motion coach, expand their platform's reach in the MENA and North American regions, and make it available in local languages. FlexifyMe utilizes AI, ML, and data analytics to offer personalized chronic pain management solutions, aiming to transform traditional physiotherapy approaches. The investment is part of Flipkart's Leap Ahead program, which supports and accelerates startups in India. The Indian healthtech market is expected to reach $25 billion by 2025.
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Flipkart Invites Applications For Third Cohort Of Flipkart Leap Innovation Network
OutlookIndia
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1y ago
Medial
Flipkart has announced the third cohort of the Flipkart Leap Innovation Network (FLIN) under its startup accelerator program, Flipkart Leap. The program is open to startups worldwide, focusing on e-commerce technology areas such as user and seller experiences, inventory and supply chain, payments, and credit. Selected startups will collaborate with Flipkart's product teams and technology specialists and have the opportunity to run pilots with various business units.
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STPI To Back 25 Startups Under LEAP Ahead 2.0
Inc42
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9m ago
Medial
The second edition of LEAP Ahead, an initiative by STPI, will support 25 startups from Tier II and III cities in India. The government will provide funding of up to INR 50 lakh based on the performance of the selected startups. The previous cohort of startups has already received commitments totaling INR 78 crore.
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Flipkart selects five startups for third cohort of Flipkart Leap Innovation Network
YourStory
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8m ago
Medial
Flipkart Leap Innovation Network (FLIN), Flipkart's startup accelerator programme, has selected five startups for its third cohort. The chosen startups, including Intelligence Node, Invenzo Labs, StoryBrain, Phyllo, and D-ID, will collaborate with Flipkart to develop solutions in areas such as GenAI, omnichannel, analytics, and video commerce. These startups will have access to mentorship and resources, as well as the opportunity to run pilot programs within the Flipkart ecosystem. The FLIN programme aims to accelerate the growth of the Indian startup ecosystem and foster innovation in the retail industry.
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8X Ventures announces first close of Rs 200 Cr DeepTech fund
YourStory
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1y ago
Medial
8X Ventures has successfully closed its Rs 200 crore DeepTech Fund, with an option for an additional Rs 100 crore. The fund aims to invest in 18-20 deeptech startups in the next three years, providing initial cheques ranging from Rs 2-5 crore each and total investments of up to Rs 20 crore each in selected startups. The fund focuses on sectors such as WASH, Industry 4.0, Advanced Computing, BioTech, and B2B Enterprise SaaS. 8X Ventures aims to invest in companies that introduce new technologies and demonstrate a clear strategy for commercial success.
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Flipkart Ventures into the Metaverse Introduces Virtual Worlds for Immersive Shopping Experiences
Business Bytes
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1y ago
Medial
Flipkart Ventures into the Metaverse Introduces Virtual Worlds for Immersive Shopping Experiences In a groundbreaking move, Flipkart, one of India's leading e-commerce giants, has taken a giant leap into the metaverse. On September 5, the company unveiled its innovative shopping feature, "Virtual Worlds," designed to revolutionize the way users engage with brands and products in a 3D-rendered metaverse environment. The best part? It's all conveniently accessible through the Flipkart app.
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Suzuki launches Rs 340 crore investment vehicle Next Bharat Ventures for Indian startups
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Japanese automotive company Suzuki has launched an investment arm called Next Bharat Ventures, with an initial fund of INR 340 crore (approximately $47 million), to support early-stage startups in India. The venture will operate as a subsidiary of Suzuki, with the company acting as the sole limited partner. Next Bharat Ventures will focus on startups making a social impact through sectors like agritech, supply chain management, financial inclusion, and rural mobility. The program will offer a residency program similar to Antler and Y Combinator, with up to 20 investments per year planned.
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