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Rapido Raises $240M and Triples Valuation to $3B, Challenging Uber Ola Across India

Rapido Raises $240M and Triples Valuation to $3B, Challenging Uber Ola Across India

Bengaluru-based mobility platform Rapido has raised $240 million, led by Prosus, taking its post-money valuation to $3 billion—triple its level from under two years ago. The deal is part of a larger $730 million primary and secondary financing. After years of regulatory setbacks—bike taxis were declared illegal in Bengaluru and shut down in Maharashtra—Rapido built momentum: 60% of India’s bike taxi market, 10 lakh rides daily, and 50 million monthly active users. Funds will expand demand, grow captains, and invest in tech.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Office Chai on 15 May 2026
Anthropic nears $30 billion funding at $900 billion valuation as investors rush in

Anthropic nears $30 billion funding at $900 billion valuation as investors rush in

Anthropic is reportedly close to agreeing terms for a $30 billion fundraising round that would value the AI company at $900 billion, according to the Financial Times. The deal could close as soon as this month, though details may shift. Investors including Dragoneer, Greenoaks, Sequoia Capital, and Altimeter Capital are expected to co-lead, with $2 billion-plus commitments each. The valuation would be nearly triple its prior $350 billion mark. Annualised revenue is projected to top $45 billion. Meanwhile, its infrastructure partnerships with SpaceX, Google, Broadcom, and AWS are set to drive rising compute costs.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026

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TVS Motor Q4 profit jumps 19 percent but Street splits on the stock’s valuation

TVS Motor Q4 profit jumps 19 percent but Street splits on the stock’s valuation

TVS Motor posted a 19% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 772 crore for Q4 FY26, while revenue grew 30% to Rs 15,053 crore. Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs kept positive calls, pointing to strong growth prospects. Citi countered with a Sell rating, citing valuation concerns and possible cost headwinds despite the profit rebound.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Anduril lands $5 billion funding doubling valuation to $61 billion in rapid defence tech surge

Anduril lands $5 billion funding doubling valuation to $61 billion in rapid defence tech surge

US defence tech company Anduril Industries has raised $5 billion, pushing its valuation to $61 billion. The funding follows a breakout year where revenue doubled to $2.2 billion and the company expanded its workforce. With geopolitical tensions reshaping demand for defence innovation, investors are piling into firms they see as future-ready.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Anduril raises 5B dollars and doubles valuation to 61B after 2.2B revenue

Anduril raises 5B dollars and doubles valuation to 61B after 2.2B revenue

Defense tech startup Anduril says it hit $2.2 billion in revenue in 2025, then followed up with another massive funding round that doubles its valuation to $61 billion. The latest financing is led by Thrive and a16z, underscoring how fast the company is scaling as governments and militaries invest in next-generation defense systems.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 13 May 2026
Recursive raises 650 million at 4 65 billion valuation for self improving AI

Recursive raises 650 million at 4 65 billion valuation for self improving AI

Stealth-mode AI lab Recursive has raised $650 million at a $4.65 billion valuation, aiming to build self-improving AI systems. The funding highlights how fast new AI startups are attracting capital for ambitious approaches beyond today’s mainstream models, as investors bet on labs that can accelerate progress through tighter feedback loops and rapid iteration.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Office Chai on 13 May 2026

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Wispr AI in funding talks that could value it at 2 billion

Wispr AI in funding talks that could value it at 2 billion

Wispr AI Inc., which builds advanced voice dictation tools for tech professionals, is reportedly in talks for a major funding round. The potential investment of about $260 million could more than double its valuation to roughly $2 billion. Menlo Ventures is expected to lead the financing, signaling strong investor confidence in voice-to-text productivity software.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Daniel Ek backed Helsing eyes $1.2B raise at $18B valuation for military drones

Daniel Ek backed Helsing eyes $1.2B raise at $18B valuation for military drones

A five-year-old European military drone startup, Helsing, backed by Daniel Ek, is reportedly close to raising $1.2 billion at an $18 billion valuation. The latest funding push highlights how quickly defense tech is attracting mega-investment interest, even as the company remains relatively young and focused on drones for military use.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 12 May 2026
Jio Platforms IPO gets a major rethink as Reliance faces valuation pushback

Jio Platforms IPO gets a major rethink as Reliance faces valuation pushback

Reliance Industries is reportedly revamping Jio Platforms’ mega IPO plans after internal and investor disagreements over valuation. The shift comes as stakeholders debate what the company should be priced at before listing. ETtech Top 5 also flags DailyObjects lining up fresh capital, adding to the day’s focus on funding and market appetite.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
DailyObjects eyes Rs 300 crore funding to fund 100 store expansion and global push

DailyObjects eyes Rs 300 crore funding to fund 100 store expansion and global push

Lifestyle accessories brand DailyObjects is reportedly in advanced talks for a Rs 300 crore funding round led by Xponentia Capital, valuing the company at Rs 1,000 crore. The investment is expected to accelerate its omnichannel growth, including adding over 100 physical stores and pushing into international markets, marking a major scale-up for the brand.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026

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Agnikul Cosmos eyes $75 million raise at $500 million valuation in fresh private space push

Agnikul Cosmos eyes $75 million raise at $500 million valuation in fresh private space push

Spacetech startup Agnikul Cosmos is reportedly in talks to raise $50–75 million at a flat $500 million valuation, following a similar funding exercise in November. Investors appear increasingly confident in India’s expanding private space sector. The money is expected to fund expanded production capacity as the company moves closer to commercial deployment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Fund managers Rajeev Thakkar and Sankaran Naren back Indian IT as AI fears fade

Fund managers Rajeev Thakkar and Sankaran Naren back Indian IT as AI fears fade

Veteran fund managers Rajeev Thakkar and Sankaran Naren say some Indian IT stocks look attractive even as AI disruption worries persist. Naren frames the move as a contrarian bet on valuations, while Thakkar argues Indian firms have repeatedly adapted to technology shifts. He also suggests AI could boost productivity and expand end demand for services.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
Helsing eyes 18 billion valuation as Dragoneer leads new defense startup funding round

Helsing eyes 18 billion valuation as Dragoneer leads new defense startup funding round

German defense startup Helsing is in advanced talks for a major funding round targeting an eye-popping valuation of about $18 billion. Reportedly led by US firm Dragoneer Investment Group, with co-lead Lightspeed Venture Partners, the round is said to be nearing execution, underscoring surging investor appetite for defense-focused tech.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Centre rolls out land transfer code to cut disputes and turbo asset monetisation

Centre rolls out land transfer code to cut disputes and turbo asset monetisation

The Centre has unveiled a nationwide framework for transferring central government land, designed to reduce litigation and improve asset monetisation. The policy requires separate valuations for buildings and sets strict rules on public versus commercial use to strengthen transparency. Transfers involving private entities or state governments will need cabinet approval, aiming to unlock funding for public projects.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026

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OnlyFans sells 16% stake to Architect Capital valuing it at 3.15 billion report

OnlyFans sells 16% stake to Architect Capital valuing it at 3.15 billion report

OnlyFans has struck a major financing deal, with Architect Capital buying a 16% stake for $535 million. The agreement implies a $3.15 billion valuation for the adult content platform that surged during the pandemic and helps creators earn via subscriptions. The company reportedly tops $1 billion in annual revenue, underscoring its staying power.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026
Infra.Market eyes ₹500 Cr pre IPO funding valuing it at ₹25000 Cr in IPO push

Infra.Market eyes ₹500 Cr pre IPO funding valuing it at ₹25000 Cr in IPO push

Infra.Market is in talks to raise a ₹500 Cr pre-IPO round at a post-money valuation of ₹25,000 Cr (around $2.6 Bn). The deal is set to include new institutional investors and existing backers like Tiger Global, Accel and Nexus, with a public listing targeted in the next 4-6 months. The company has already secured part of the amount and is seeing profit growth.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Inc42 on 8 May 2026
Ramp in talks to raise 750 million at 40 billion valuation

Ramp in talks to raise 750 million at 40 billion valuation

Corporate card startup Ramp is reportedly negotiating a fresh $750 million funding round at a valuation above $40 billion. The deal is expected to be co-led by existing investors Iconiq Capital and GIC, after Ramp raised $300 million in November. If finalized, it would signal strong investor appetite despite the company already securing major capital recently.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026
Anthropic considers massive fundraising at near 1 trillion valuation report

Anthropic considers massive fundraising at near 1 trillion valuation report

Anthropic is reportedly weighing a fundraising round that could put its valuation close to $1 trillion, according to the Financial Times. The potential deal highlights how investors are racing to back leading AI firms as demand for advanced models grows. If completed, it would mark a major leap for a company competing at the forefront of generative AI.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026

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Pronto secures 45 million Series B as valuation doubles to 200 million

Pronto secures 45 million Series B as valuation doubles to 200 million

Quick home services startup Pronto has closed its Series B funding round at $45 million, valuing the company at $200 million—double the earlier $100 million estimate. The round’s second tranche includes a $20 million investment from US-based Physical Intelligence founder Lachy Groom. Pronto plans to expand operations in existing cities, adding staff and new services while competition in the segment heats up.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Inc42 on 7 May 2026
Corgi insurance startup jumps to 1.3 billion valuation four months after Series A

Corgi insurance startup jumps to 1.3 billion valuation four months after Series A

Corgi, an insurance startup, announced a $160 million Series B led by TCV, valuing the company at $1.3 billion. The remarkable part: it’s only been four months since its Series A, signaling rapid investor confidence and a fast path to scale in the insurtech space.

Summarised by Beize from a story on TechCrunch on 6 May 2026
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