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Zerodha funds Prayoga Institute's new research block focused on sustainability

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Zerodha funds Prayoga Institute's new research block focused on sustainability

Prayoga Institute of Education Research, a nonprofit in Bengaluru, has received funding from online brokerage firm Zerodha to establish five advanced labs focusing on sustainability research. The labs, dedicated to life sciences, physical sciences, chemical sciences, earth sciences, and sophisticated instrumentation, will be available for high school students free of charge. Zerodha's chief technology officer, Kailash Nadh, inaugurated the facility and highlighted the importance of fostering an ecosystem of rigorous research and innovation. Prayoga aims to provide research opportunities for students from an early age and contribute to their teaching and learning capabilities.

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Samir Shah, Sanjay Nayar’s climate VC fund makes new sustainability bet

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Samir Shah, Sanjay Nayar’s climate VC fund makes new sustainability bet

Peak Sustainability Ventures, a climate-focused venture capital firm led by Samir Shah and Sanjay Nayar, is making a new investment in the sustainability sector. The firm is currently raising funds up to $150 million for its inaugural fund. Led by experienced professionals, Peak Sustainability Ventures aims to support innovative startups that are focused on addressing climate challenges.

Zerodha records 40% yearly jump in revenues at Rs 6,500 crore, profits stay flat at Rs. 2900 crore

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Zerodha records 40% yearly jump in revenues at Rs 6,500 crore, profits stay flat at Rs. 2900 crore

Stockbroking major Zerodha reported significant yearly growth in revenue, reaching around Rs 6,875 crore for fiscal year 2023. However, the company noted that its revenue and profitability plateaued in the current financial year. Zerodha manages an asset base of Rs 3 lakh crore and is the largest retail-focused broker in India. While it faces risks due to heavy dependence on futures and options trading for revenue, the company believes it is well-positioned to adapt to regulatory changes or market corrections. Zerodha also plans to launch new funds in partnership with Smallcase within the next two weeks.

Zerodha MF has launched large-cap, mid-cap ETFs: Should you invest in them?

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Zerodha MF has launched large-cap, mid-cap ETFs: Should you invest in them?

Zerodha Fund House, India's 38th largest fund house, has launched two new mutual fund schemes called Zerodha Nifty 100 ETF and Zerodha Nifty Midcap 150 ETF. Both schemes are exchange-traded funds (ETF) and will be available for purchase and sale only on stock exchanges. ZN100 is a large-cap scheme, while ZM150 is a mid-cap fund. Zerodha Fund House aims to offer basic funds before launching solutions-oriented funds that provide interesting combinations of their existing ETFs and index funds. The expense ratio of these schemes will be an interesting aspect to watch in the future.

Impact Infracap-incubated packaging firm tests waters for maiden institutional cheque

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

$Impact Infracap-incubated packaging firm tests waters for maiden institutional cheque$

A packaging company incubated by Impact Infracap is seeking its first round of institutional funding. The firm, which focuses on sustainable packaging and asset pooling, has reached out to climate-focused funds, development finance institutions, and logistics-focused investors. Impact Infracap is a boutique advisory firm specializing in infrastructure and sustainability.

Challenges of raising two billionaires: Zerodha brothers Nithin and Nikhil Kamath's mother says ‘they were not normal’

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Challenges of raising two billionaires: Zerodha brothers Nithin and Nikhil Kamath's mother says ‘they were not normal’

Revathi Kamath, mother of Zerodha founders Nithin and Nikhil Kamath, is writing an autobiography detailing the challenges of raising her unconventional sons. Her story highlights personal sacrifices and struggles after marriage, as her life focused on family. Beyond her role as a supportive mother, Kamath also developed a professional identity, founding a floral business and engaging in environmental sustainability work. Her announcement has resonated widely, garnering praise for her strength and influence on her sons' success.

TVS Capital appoints former McKinsey exec as partner

VCCircle

VCCircle · 10m ago

TVS Capital appoints former McKinsey exec as partner

TVS Capital Funds has appointed former McKinsey executive Chandrasekar V as a partner-focused on research. With over 20 years of experience at McKinsey, Chandrasekar's expertise lies in building and leading high-performance research teams. His role at TVS Capital Funds will involve enhancing their research capabilities, providing data-driven insights, and supporting strategic decision-making in the firm's investment activities. TVS Capital Funds has partnered with over 35 companies, offering both capital and strategic support, with a particular focus on technology for business and financial services sectors.

Can't write code without LLMs anymore: Zerodha CTO Kailash Nadh

Inshorts · 7m ago

Can't write code without LLMs anymore: Zerodha CTO Kailash Nadh

Zerodha CTO Kailash Nadh said he can't write code without the help of large language models anymore. "LLMs have become like a second brain for developers," he told Moneycontrol. "I'm even learning a new language in a way that was not possible before," he said, adding, "We (Zerodha) use it heavily for code generation, not massive amounts, but for...focused tasks."

Nithin Kamath’s AMC Zerodha Fund House launches maiden funds

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Nithin Kamath’s AMC Zerodha Fund House launches maiden funds

Zerodha, the financial services company founded by Nithin Kamath, has launched its maiden funds as its asset management company (AMC) enters the mutual fund space. The move aims to cater to the growing demand for asset management and diversify Zerodha's offerings. The new funds include a multicap fund and a large-cap fund. Zerodha aims to challenge established players in the mutual fund industry with its low-cost and user-friendly approach.

Verdane raises €1.1 billion for digital, green bets in Europe

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Verdane raises €1.1 billion for digital, green bets in Europe

Verdane, a growth investment firm, has raised €1.1 billion for its new fund, Edda III, which aims to invest in companies focused on digitalization and decarbonization in Europe. The fund drew commitments from various investors, including pension funds, endowments, and insurance companies. Verdane's co-founder, Bjarne Kveim Lie, stated that the firm only invests in companies that pass their sustainability test and mentioned the growth opportunities present in the European market. This fund brings Verdane's total raised capital in the past six months to €2.2 billion.

IT departments are playing a major role in helping meet sustainability goals

Techradar

Techradar · 1y ago

IT departments are playing a major role in helping meet sustainability goals

New research highlights the increasing role of IT departments in supporting organizations' sustainability initiatives. A study by OpenText reveals that 97% of companies have embraced or plan to embrace sustainability measures. However, 42% of organizations are in the early stages of their sustainability journey. The report also identifies challenges such as the need for innovative tools and expertise, with many companies lacking sustainability software solutions (51%) and knowledge and expertise (46%). The integration of technologies like artificial intelligence is seen as a way to improve analytics, streamline operations, and reduce emissions.

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