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500 Startups CEO Steps Away After Internal Sexual Misconduct Investigation

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A Silicon Valley investor steps away from the company he founded due to sexual harassment allegations and a subsequent investigation. Dave McClure, the founder of the business mentorship program was stripped of his title a few months ago after an internal investigation was conducted regarding his behavior towards women.

In a blog post titled ‘Making Changes at 500, ‘ Christine Tsai said McClure will also be attending counseling sessions while apologizing for his choices and behavior. Cofounder Christine Tsai will be taking over McClure’s position as the CEO of the company which involves directing the management team and overall day to day operations.

The New York Times reported more than two dozen women alleged they were sexually harassed by Dave McClure. McClure apparently sent an inappropriate message via Facebook to one such woman, Sarah Kunst stating he was confused whether to hire her or hit on her after her interview.

In recent times many women have come forward claiming sexual harassment at the workplace. Justin Caldbeck of Binary Capital was also accused of sexual misconduct when three female founders went on record with accusations of both sexual harassment and retaliation attempts. Caldbeck, who was forced to resign, later admitted to leveraging a position of power in exchange for sexual gain.

Chris Sacca, another investor was also accused of sexual misconduct by the Times report. Since then, Sacca has issued a public apology stating he has realized how hostile the tech environment is for women and how at times he has also contributed to the problem. He went on to say that he has learned that it’s often the less obvious, yet pervasive and questionable, everyday behaviors of men in our industry that collectively make it inhospitable for women.

500 Startups launched in 2010, provides funding to young companies helping them in their early development stages and has helped software firms such as Twilio and Behance. In the blog post, the new CEO also added 500 is far from perfect but they will continue building on their momentum of change.

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PayU Gets Final RBI Nod to Operate as Payment Aggregator Ahead of 2025 IPO

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PayU India, owned by Prosus, has received final approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as an online payment aggregator, a year after getting in-principle approval in April 2024. This authorization allows PayU to onboard new merchants and offer digital payment solutions, joining other major players like Razorpay, CCAvenue, and BillDesk.

The RBI’s nod comes as PayU prepares for its planned IPO in the second half of 2025, following a delay from its original 2024 timeline due to market conditions. The company, which serves over 450,000 merchants, reported $319 million in revenue from its core payments and credit business in the first half of FY25.

PayU stated that the approval will help it build a resilient, compliant, and innovation-driven institution, supporting merchants of all sizes and advancing the Digital India vision. The company has also strengthened its risk management and expanded its presence in real-time payments through a strategic stake in Mindgate Solutions.

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Google’s Iconic ‘G’ Logo Gets First Update in 10 Years

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Google has refreshed its iconic ‘G’ logo for the first time in nearly 10 years, replacing the familiar solid blocks of red, yellow, green, and blue with a smooth, vibrant gradient that blends these colors seamlessly. This subtle update gives the logo a softer, more fluid, and modern appearance, aligning with Google’s evolving digital identity and current design trends.

The new gradient transitions smoothly from red to yellow, yellow to green, and green to blue, making the logo more visually appealing and adaptable across various devices, especially on mobile platforms. This redesign also reflects Google’s growing emphasis on artificial intelligence, echoing the gradient style used in the branding of Google Gemini, the company’s AI-generative assistant.

The updated ‘G’ logo has started rolling out on iOS through the Google Search app and on some Android devices, particularly Pixel phones running the Google app beta version 16.18. However, most other platforms, including the web and non-Pixel Android devices, still display the classic solid-color logo. A wider rollout is expected in the coming weeks.

So far, Google’s main wordmark and other product logos like Chrome, Maps, and Gmail remain unchanged. Given the shift toward gradient designs and AI-inspired visuals, similar updates to other Google icons may follow in the future.

In summary, this first major update to the ‘G’ logo since 2015 signals a subtle but meaningful shift in Google’s branding strategy, blending tradition with innovation as the company deepens its focus on AI and modern design aesthetics.

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Ixigo Halts Bookings for Flights and Hotels to Turkey, China

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Indian online travel platform ixigo has suspended all flight and hotel bookings to Turkey, China, and Azerbaijan in response to these countries expressing support for Pakistan after India’s military strikes-dubbed ‘Operation Sindoor’-against terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. The move, announced by CEO Aloke Bajpai on X, was described as an act of solidarity with India during heightened diplomatic tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack.

ixigo’s decision aligns with similar actions by other Indian travel companies, including EaseMyTrip and Cox & Kings, which have also restricted travel services to Turkey, China, and Azerbaijan. The suspensions come amid widespread calls for boycotts after these countries condemned India’s military response and backed Pakistan.

The travel industry’s collective response underscores how geopolitical developments are influencing business decisions, with Indian companies emphasizing national interests and unity in the face of international criticism

 

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