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David Duong: From Struggles to Success in Recycling
David Duong is the founder and owner of California Waste Solutions (CWS) in the United States and Vietnam Waste Solutions (VWS) in Vietnam. He is a successful businessman…
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Superleap Raises $3.7 Mn to Expand AI-Powered CRM Platform for Enterprise Sales Teams
Superleap, a Bengaluru-based enterprise AI CRM startup, has raised ₹36 crore (around US$3.7 million) in a pre-Series A funding round. The funding round was led by Peak XV Partners’ Surge. Superleap will use the new funding to expand its sales and business operations, encourage more companies to adopt its AI-powered CRM platform, and improve its […]
August 4, 2026
Japan’s X Mile Raises $20 Mn Series C to Expand AI Platform for Non-Desk Industries
X Mile, a Tokyo-based startup, has raised 3.2 billion yen (US$20 million) in a Series C funding round. The funding round was led by Vertex Growth. Both existing and new investors, including ALPHA and University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners (UTEC), also participated in the round. With this latest investment, X Mile’s total funding has […]
August 4, 2026
SAP Appoints Ellian Teo as Country Managing Director for Malaysia
SAP has appointed Ellian Teo as the Country Managing Director for Malaysia, effective August 4. In this role, Teo will lead SAP Malaysia’s strategy, operations, and customer success, helping the company grow its business and strengthen customer relationships. Malaysia continues to be an important market for SAP, with organizations across industries focused on modernizing their […]
August 4, 2026
Former Delhivery and Cleartrip Leaders Raise $1.5 Million for AI Startup Profound
Profound, an AI startup founded by former Delhivery tech head Prashant Parashar and former Cleartrip executive Anuj Rathi, has raised $1.5 million in a seed funding round. The funding round was led by Stellaris Venture Partners and 3one4 Capital. Several well-known angel investors also joined the round, including Swiggy CEO Sriharsha Majety, Swiggy co-founder Nandan […]
August 4, 2026
Why Did Enterprise AI Startup Kily Raise $3.2 Mn in Fresh Funding?
Kily, a Bengaluru-based enterprise AI startup, has raised ₹30 crore ($3.2 million) in a new funding round. The funding round was led by Sorin Investments, with participation from Razorpay and Wyser Capital. Kily will use the new funding to improve its AI products, expand its sales and marketing efforts, and help more major consumer brands […]
August 4, 2026
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Best Chinese Electric Cars in 2026: Top 10 EVs Worth Buying
Chinese electric cars have gone from being overlooked to becoming some of the most talked-about vehicles on the road. A few years ago, many buyers were hesitant about…
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Deel Acquires Deepfake Security Startup Clarity in Deal Estimated at $40–50 Million
Clarity, a startup that develops deepfake detection and security technology, is being acquired by global workforce management unicorn Deel. The companies have not revealed the official financial details of the deal. However, the acquisition is estimated to be worth around $40–50 million. The payment will be made through a combination of cash and Deel shares. […]
August 4, 2026
Zenity Raises $125 Million Series C to Expand AI Agent Security Platform
AI security startup Zenity has raised US$125 million in a Series C funding round to expand its platform that helps businesses secure AI agents. The funding round was led by Norwest Venture Partners. New investors including Qumra Capital, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, Hitachi Ventures, and LG Technology Ventures also joined the round. Existing investors DTCP, […]
August 4, 2026
Germany’s Agile Robots Takes Majority Control of XNG Automation
Agile Robots has acquired a majority stake in XNG Automation, an Indian company that provides factory automation and intralogistics automation solutions. Through this partnership, Agile Robots plans to grow its robotics and automation business in India by using XNG Automation’s local market knowledge, strong customer network, and expertise in integrating automation systems. Agile Robots was […]
August 3, 2026
Arrakis Security Secures $8 Mn Seed Round to Protect Enterprise AI Agents
Israeli cybersecurity startup Arrakis Security has raised US$8 million in Seed funding. The company is using this investment to develop a platform that helps businesses monitor and manage the actions of AI agents. As more companies use AI agents to access sensitive data, complete tasks, and make decisions on their own, Arrakis Security’s platform aims […]
August 3, 2026
Tricentis Acquires AI Coding Startup Tabnine to Strengthen AI-Powered Software Testing
Enterprise software testing company Tricentis has acquired Israeli AI coding startup Tabnine. The deal is estimated to be worth tens of millions of dollars. Tabnine was one of the first companies to offer AI-powered coding assistance. With this acquisition, Tricentis plans to strengthen its AI-based software testing platform and expand its AI capabilities for developers. […]
August 1, 2026
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