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That Sassy Thing raises Rs 6 Cr in seed round led by IPV

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That Sassy Thing raises Rs 6 Cr in seed round led by IPV
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That Sassy Thing, a women-first sexual wellness brand, has raised Rs 6 crore in its seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). Other participants include Bala Sarda (Vahdam Teas), Saurabh Munjal (Lahori Zeera), Kirti Jangra (Animall Technologies), and Chandigarh Angels Network. Founded in 2021 by Sachee Malhotra and Himanshu Bhalla, the company offers products like full-body massagers, lubricants, and intimate washes. It also provides free sex education through online masterclasses. The proceeds will be used to expand product lines, improve brand positioning, and increase distribution through new channels. The startup claims to have seen 200% year-on-year growth and served over 50,000 customers across India. Products are available on their website and platforms like Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart, as well as select cafés in Delhi NCR. According to market research, the Indian sexual wellness market is expected to reach Rs 24,000 crore by 2030.

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The Artment raises Rs 10 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV

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The Artment raises Rs 10 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV
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Snippets The Artment raises Rs 10 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV Home décor and lifestyle brand The Artment has raised Rs 10 crore in pre-Series A funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The round also witnessed participation from Siyaram Family Office, ESV, Capitar Ventures and others. IPV made its investment in this round through IPV International as well, utilizing the GIFT City route. The Gurugram-based company had previously raised $527K in a seed funding round from Harshit Poddar and others. The proceeds will be deployed over category expansion, investment in ‘Art Lab’ – a tech-platform to crunch data, launch products and towards channel expansion, The Artment said in a press release. Co-founded in 2019 by Aditya Agarwal and Aanchal Agarwal, The Artment offers a wide range of artistic home furnishings, including dining, lighting, and wall art, designed with various art movements in mind. The brand maintains a strong online presence through its website and major e-commerce platforms, and has expanded into offline luxury retail through a partnership with Taj Hotels. “At Artment, we invested early in building a strong data analytics infrastructure called Art Lab, which powers our ability to launch the right assortment efficiently and stay close to evolving consumer preferences,” said Aditya Agarwal, founder & CEO, The Artment. As per a market research, India’s home & living market, currently valued at $3.7 billion, is growing at a 15% CAGR, with 12% of sales occurring online. The Artment claims that it is EBITDA positive and is aiming to reach 100 crore ARR in the next six months. The brand has a repeat customer rate of 20%, showing trust and steady demand from the existing users. The Artment is backed by a deep supply chain network present in most key art and manufacturing clusters across India such as Moradabad, Khurja, Firozabad, and Jodhpur.

Almonds Ai raises Rs 16 Cr in Seed funding round

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Almonds Ai raises Rs 16 Cr in Seed funding round
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url: https://entrackr.com/snippets/almonds-ai-raises-rs-16-cr-in-seed-funding-round-8720730 Content: Almonds Ai, a channel loyalty and rewards platform, has raised Rs 16 crore (nearly $1.9 million) in a seed funding round co-led by promoters of Haldiram’s and JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF). The round also saw participation from Venture Catalysts, Ever Grow Capital, Nine ALPS, and other investors such as Hemant Jain and OfBusiness co-founder Nitin Jain. The proceeds will be utilized to accelerate R&D initiatives, expand the team, and enhance product offerings, Almonds Ai said in a press release. Co-founded in 2020 by Abhinav Jain and Apurv Modi, Almonds Ai aims to redefine how brands engage with their distribution networks through cutting-edge AI technology, enhancing engagement, education, and rewards for retailers, dealers, and influencers. Almonds Ai states that its flagship Channelverse ecosystem and green loyalty programs aim to create an impact in AI-driven loyalty management and sustainability, enabling businesses to build deeper, data-driven relationships with their distribution networks. The Gurugram-based company claims to have 100 distribution-led organizations and a network of 6 million channel partners, including retailers, dealers, and professionals such as drivers, painters, and mechanics. Almonds Ai asserts that its AI-powered platform will play a crucial role in optimizing sales channels, improving partner engagement, and driving customer retention across sectors.

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