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Yali Capital’s ‘Gani’ On Building A Deeptech Investment Thesis For India

Inc42Inc42 · 7m ago
Yali Capital’s ‘Gani’ On Building A Deeptech Investment Thesis For India
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Venture capital players in India are increasingly showing interest in deeptech startups, despite the challenges and unique characteristics of this segment. One such player is Subramaniam, who has 15+ years of experience in the semiconductor space and has personally backed deeptech startups. He believes that a significant portion of funds should be allocated to chip design, as India progresses towards chip manufacturing. However, he highlights the importance of identifying the right area of growth and mitigating technology and execution risks in deeptech investments. Additionally, he emphasizes the need for expertise in evaluating early-stage deeptech startups due to the complexity and diverse sectors within this field.

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Deepak Padaki on Catamaran Ventures’ India investment playbook

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Catamaran Ventures, the family office founded by Infosys co-founder N. R. Narayan Murthy, has diversified its investments across venture capital, private equity, public markets, and joint ventures with global multinationals. The family office primarily focuses on technology-enabled businesses and financial services but has now expanded its investment thesis to include the manufacturing sector in India. Catamaran Ventures has backed more than 19 startups across various sectors, including manufacturing, deeptech, electric mobility, AI, and healthcare. Deepak Padaki, President of Catamaran Ventures, emphasizes the importance of providing original solutions and strategic insights to entrepreneurs rather than relying solely on inflated valuations.

Unleashing India’s Deeptech Potential: A Journey Towards Innovation

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Unleashing India’s Deeptech Potential: A Journey Towards Innovation
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The Indian government has approved an investment of INR 10,372 Cr over five years for the India AI Mission, with a strategic allocation of nearly INR 2,000 Cr specifically for deeptech startups. This marks a significant boost for the Indian startup ecosystem and highlights the government's commitment to fostering innovation in AI and deeptech. With over 3,000 deeptech startups in India, there is a promising landscape for investment. Technologies like AI and machine learning have the potential to revolutionize sectors such as healthcare, education, banking, and manufacturing. However, deeptech startups often face challenges in securing financial backing, making increased investment crucial for their success.

Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu backs Yali Aerospace

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Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu backs Yali Aerospace
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Sridhar Vembu, co-founder and CEO of SaaS firm Zoho, has invested in drone startup Yali Aerospace. Founded in 2022 by Dinesh, Anugraha and Mathuravani, Yali’s drones offer easy-to-use technology for civil and military purposes. The Thanjavur-based firm specialises in providing drone solutions for medical, surveillance, and logistics globally. Some of its applications include solutions for precision agriculture, infrastructure inspection, and disaster response. Its range includes 100 kilometer with a payload of 9 kilogram and 50 kilometer with 10.5 kilogram. According to the company’s website, Yali can deliver medical commodities to any destination in India in less than 20 minutes through the Yali Network Bridge. Earlier this month, media reported that Vembu is all set to enter the chip making business, with an investment plan of around $700 million.

Climate Tech Venture Studio NOW launches in India with $2M fund

IndianStartupNewsIndianStartupNews · 1y ago
Climate Tech Venture Studio NOW launches in India with $2M fund
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Climate Tech Venture Studio NOW has launched in India with a $2 million fund dedicated to investing in early-stage deeptech startups focused on sustainability and climate technology. NOW aims to co-build three to four startups in the next 12-18 months, providing financial investment, mentorship, and strategic support. The venture studio model offers hands-on co-building experience and has gained popularity in India, providing support to entrepreneurs in a challenging funding landscape. NOW's initial focus areas include industrial decarbonization, energy, electric vehicles, agriculture, circular economy, and low-carbon materials. The application period for the program closes on March 31st, 2024.

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