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Niyo gets strategic investment from Spring Marketing Capital
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Neobanking and card-fintech company Niyo has received a strategic investment from Spring Marketing Capital. While specific financial details were not disclosed, the partnership will involve Spring Marketing Capital assisting Niyo with brand strategy, partnerships, and campaigns. Niyo, founded in 2015, offers savings and investment accounts for millennials in collaboration with Indian banking partners, known for its global travel card with zero forex charges. The investment comes as Niyo navigates regulatory challenges that temporarily affected its forex card transactions due to an RBI order. Spring Marketing Capital partners with startups, providing capital and marketing expertise.
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Niyo Forays Into Flight Booking, Visa Application Verticals
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Indian fintech startup Niyo has launched a flight booking platform and a visa booking product on its app. The company aims to offer domestic and international flight booking services to its customers. The visa booking product is expected to reduce the application processing time. Niyo recently secured funding from Spring Marketing Capital, but the amount remains undisclosed.
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Agilitas Sports raises strategic money from Spring Marketing Capital
Entrackr
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10m ago
Medial
Sportswear and athleisure solutions platform Agilitas Sports has secured strategic investment from Spring Marketing Capital. While the details of the funding amount have not been disclosed, this partnership is expected to advance Agilitas towards becoming a key player in the sportswear industry, according to the company’s press release. Abhishek Ganguly, the CEO and Co-founder of Agilitas Sports, highlighted that this new investment will enhance their capabilities to expand and develop their brand portfolio further. Founded by former Puma India managing director Ganguly along with his colleagues Atul Bajaj and Amit Prabhu, Agilitas Sports has already scooped up more than $60 million across two rounds from a fund managed by Convergent Finance LLP and Nexus Venture Partners. In April, it acquired the brand license for Italian sports brand Lotto from owner WHP Global. Last year, the firm took over Mochiko, a manufacturer of sports footwear for brands such as Adidas, New Balance, and Reebok. Agilitas Sports has also made substantial investments in manufacturing, research and development, marketing, and distribution, with the goal of revolutionizing the sportswear market in India and beyond.
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Niyo’s revenue surges 2.8X to Rs 131 Cr in FY23
Entrackr
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1y ago
Medial
Fintech firm Niyo experienced a significant 2.8X growth in scale during the fiscal year ending March 2023 following a $30 million investment from Multiples Alternate Asset Management. The company also managed to reduce its losses in the same period. Revenue from operations increased from Rs 47 crore to Rs 131 crore, with revenue from network partner services contributing 54% of total collections. Niyo plans to focus on the travel-tech space in the upcoming period.
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Cookd raises Rs 16 Cr in pre-Series A round led by Spring Marketing Capital
Entrackr
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28d ago
Medial
Cookd raises Rs 16 Cr in pre-Series A round led by Spring Marketing Capital Consumer food brand Cookd has raised Rs 16 crore (around $2 million) in its pre-Series A round led by Spring Marketing Capital, with participation from Eternal Capital, Sun Icon Ventures, and PeerCheque. The Chennai-based startup will use the funds to deepen its presence in Tamil Nadu, expand into Kerala, and ramp up product innovation across masalas, gravies, and ready-to-use kits. Founded in 2019, Cookd offers a range of cooking products including biryani kits, masalas, pastes, and recipe kits, all free from preservatives and designed for taste, convenience, and control. The brand’s products are available across D2C, offline retail, and quick commerce platforms such as Swiggy Instamart, Blinkit, and Zepto. With a strong footprint in Tamil Nadu, Cookd is now expanding across South India. It currently operates in over 1,600 retail stores and leads the biryani kit category in Q-commerce. The brand’s growth is fueled by its content engine, reaching over 6 million followers and generating over 150 million monthly video views across social platforms. Cookd blends product innovation with creator-led content, using its chef-influencer model to gather real-time consumer insights and build brand trust. Spring Marketing Capital has previously backed brands such as Purplle, Jar, and Giva.
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AGS Health gets PE suitors; Fireside, ChrysCap in fund news
VCCircle
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4m ago
Medial
Several private equity firms, including Blackstone, TPG Capital, and General Atlantic, are vying to acquire AGS Health, a healthcare IT company. Reports suggest the deal could value AGS Health at approximately $1 billion. This indicates a strong interest in the healthcare IT sector from major investment players, underscoring the company's growth potential and strategic importance. AGS Health could become a significant acquisition target in the industry.
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Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, Shopify, Neal H. Moritz Invest in Whalar Group at $400 Million Valuation to Boost Creator Economy | DeepNewz VC
Business Bytes
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2m ago
Medial
Whalar Group has received a strategic investment from Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, Shopify, and film producer Neal H. Moritz. This investment is aimed at advancing the next phase of the creator economy, supporting the company's mission to enhance opportunities and solutions in the influencer marketing space. The collaboration signifies a significant boost for Whalar, empowering it to further innovate and expand its offerings in the rapidly evolving digital and marketing landscapes.
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How Fireside, Strides-backed Sweet Karam Coffee was valued as it gets new VC backer
VCCircle
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4m ago
Medial
Sweet Karam Coffee, supported by Fireside Ventures and Strides, recently received a valuation boost as it secured a new venture capital backer. This investment signals confidence in the brand's potential for growth and expansion in the consumer market. The strategic involvement from venture capitalists highlights the value associated with Sweet Karam Coffee's business model, potentially enabling it to enhance its product offerings and market reach in the evolving consumer goods landscape.
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Video editing platform VideoVerse gets growth capital from Bluestone Equity
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
VideoVerse, a video editing platform, has secured growth capital from Bluestone Equity Partners. Details regarding the investment amount were not disclosed, but Business Insider estimated it at $45 million. This comes after VideoVerse raised $46.8 million in a Series B funding round in 2022. The company plans to use the funding to continue expanding globally and drive innovation in media technology. VideoVerse offers an AI-based video editing suite for content creators and enterprises in various industries, including sports, broadcasting, and marketing. Bluestone's founder and managing partner, Bobby Sharma, will join VideoVerse's board as part of the deal.
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How impact investor Lightrock hit a gold mine in latest India exit
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Impact investor, Lightrock Global SA, recently achieved a significant return from its exit in India. The firm, which has invested in various Indian companies including MediBuddy, Shiprocket, and Niyo, among others, made a successful exit after six years. While the details of the exit remain undisclosed, Lightrock's investment in India has proven to be a lucrative venture.
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Influencer marketing gains ground as global ad budgets tighten
Economic Times
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1m ago
Medial
Influencer marketing is gaining traction as brands face tighter global ad budgets. Companies like Saratoga Spring Water and Coach have benefited from viral influencer promotions, particularly on platforms like TikTok. With traditional advertising being expensive and less effective with younger audiences, influencer marketing offers a more personal, affordable approach. The industry is expected to grow significantly, reaching $33 billion by 2025. While effective, the strategy comes with risks, such as potential missteps by influencers.
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