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OpenAI backs Indian startup Vahan to automate blue-collar hiring with voice AI
Economic Times
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2m ago
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Vahan, a Bengaluru-based startup, partners with OpenAI to use GPT-4o for automating blue-collar hiring in India's informal workforce. The AI-powered assistant, operating via voice calls in Hindi and English, assists in job matching by answering queries and verifying documents. Initially a WhatsApp bot, Vahan pivoted to recruitment in 2019, now enabling over 40,000 monthly placements for platforms like Swiggy and Zomato. The AI is expanding to other languages and worker categories, emphasizing productivity enhancement over job replacement.
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Vahan’s WhatsApp hiring transforms blue-collar job market
Inshorts
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1m ago
Medial
Bengaluru-based startup Vahan is revolutionizing blue-collar hiring in India by using WhatsApp and AI to connect over 25,000 jobseekers monthly to roles at firms like Zepto and BigBasket. Tailored for Bharat’s workforce, it bypasses resumes and apps, but faces scrutiny over job quality and worker welfare as it reshapes access to opportunity across India.
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Hiring platform Vahan places 4 lakh blue-collar workers across 200 cities in India ahead of festive season
Business Today
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1y ago
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Delivery partner hiring platform Vahan has successfully placed over 4 lakh delivery riders in 200 cities across India. The platform, powered by AI, assists blue-collar workers in finding jobs within 48 hours through its multilingual chatbot and app. This achievement makes Vahan the largest delivery hiring platform in India for brand partners like Amazon, Flipkart, Rapido, Swiggy, Uber, Zepto, and Zomato. The platform contributes to creating local employment opportunities and enables economic empowerment. The Indian last-mile delivery market is expected to reach $6 billion by 2024.
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Blue collar recruitment platform Vahan raises $10 Mn in Series B
Entrackr
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9m ago
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Blue collar recruitment platform Vahan.ai has raised $10 million in its Series B funding round led by Khosla Ventures. The round also saw participation from Y Combinator, US-based VC firm Gaingels, and Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma. In September 2021, the Bengaluru-based startup had raised $8 million in a Series A round led by Khosla Ventures. Vahan was a part of Airtel’s Startup Accelerator Program and the telecom giant also picked up an 8.82% stake in the Madhav Krishna-led firm in October 2019. The fresh funds will be used to develop AI recruitment technology that supports eight major Indian languages, Vahan said in a press release. Currently, Vahan’s AI recruiter conducts interviews in English and Hindi. It also plans to expand into industries such as manufacturing and retail. Since its launch in 2016, Vahan claims to have recruited over 500,000 workers in more than 480 cities with leading companies such as Zomato, Swiggy, Flipkart, Zepto, Blinkit, Amazon, Rapido, and Uber. With over 25,000 recruits each month, Vahan reduces costs and turnaround time for recruitment. For the fiscal year ending March 2023, Vahan reported Rs 29.7 crore in operating revenue with a loss of Rs 17.71 crore. While the firm has yet to file its annual report for FY24, it expects to grow 2X or more in FY25. In the blue-collar recruitment sector, Vahan had faced initial competition from the likes of Baba Jobs and Aasaan Jobs. However, both struggled to grow and eventually merged with Quikr and OLX in 2017 and 2019, respectively. Tiger Global-backed Apna, which became a unicorn in 2021, emerged as a major competitor after the pandemic.
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Blue-collar jobs may weather raging AI storm better: experts
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
According to experts, blue-collar jobs are relatively safe from being displaced by artificial intelligence (AI). Research by HR services firm TeamLease Services suggests only 1% of blue-collar jobs are at risk of automation. In fact, AI can enhance blue-collar workers' productivity, improve pay, and companies are investing in such technology. Generative AI is playing a role in upskilling blue-collar employees, with AI solutions being used to create learning content and match workers' needs. This transformative impact could significantly optimize costs, time, and talent for organizations.
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Geoffrey Hinton ‘Godfather of AI’ Warns of Mass Unemployment
StartupTalky
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22d ago
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Geoffrey Hinton, the "Godfather of AI," cautions that AI may cause mass unemployment, particularly in white-collar sectors, as it can replace routine intellectual tasks. He suggests blue-collar jobs such as plumbing may be safer and takes a skeptical view on AI creating new jobs. Amid this, OpenAI plans to restructure into a public benefit corporation, sparking criticism that financial interests may outweigh public benefit, with Elon Musk and Hinton among the objectors.
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How Proxgy Aims To Transform Blue-Collar Work With Smart Wearables
Inc42
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8m ago
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The digital divide between white-collar and blue-collar workers in India is highlighted as blue-collar workers lack access to technology tools that could improve productivity. Proxgy, a B2B startup, aims to bridge this gap by connecting field workers with their supervisors effectively. Founder Pulkit Ahuja faced challenges in developing the tech infrastructure but has seen growth and strong support from investors. Proxgy expects to achieve a top line of INR 40 Cr in FY25.
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Virtual workers are here to take your job—and give you a promotion
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Autonomous AI agents have the potential to replace white-collar job functions, such as generating sales leads or writing code. These advanced agents can log into accounts, communicate via text and voice, write programs, and perform tasks in the digital world. While some AI agents, like Alice from 11x, are already being used to automate sales tasks, fully autonomous agents are still in early stages of development. The use of AI agents in various domains, such as coding, is increasing, and they have the potential to significantly impact how work is done in the future.
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Blue-collar jobs see 5–7% wage growth amid high demand and ongoing inequities
YourStory
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1m ago
Medial
According to a Deloitte report, blue-collar wages are growing annually by 5-6%, with a 10% rise in hiring intent in 2025. Key sectors like manufacturing, automotive, and e-commerce are driving demand for skilled talent, with e-commerce seeing a 7% wage growth due to logistical expansions. However, challenges such as wage gaps and the need for equitable compensation remain. The report emphasizes the importance of workforce reskilling and upskilling amidst technological advancements and automation.
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Startup and news updates: Daily roundup (January 6, 2025)
YourStory
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6m ago
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The latest startup developments highlight innovations from new ventures and funding announcements. BorderPlus, led by Kumar and Mathur, focuses on global mobility for blue-collar workers. Accel's new $650M fund targets early-stage startups. TSAW Drones and Consint.AI secure fresh capital, signaling advancements in drone deliveries and healthcare AI. Meanwhile, leadership appointments and partnerships in various sectors emphasize strategic growth and innovation, including Odisha's new mobility app and Wardwizard's battery tech collaboration with C4V.
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Israel's war on Iran to hit Indian workforce
Livemint
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28d ago
Medial
Israel's recent military action against Iran has raised concerns about workforce mobility from India to the Middle East. Recruitment companies in IT, energy, construction, and retail sectors predict a reduced demand for fresh workforce due to the escalating crisis. Some candidates have expressed concerns over potential delays in their job placements, leading to meetings among hiring firms to address these issues. This situation might deter both blue and white-collar workers from relocating to the region.
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