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The Board of Uber Technologies Inc., has announced that they will go ahead with the Softbank investment deal and thereby, curb the power of the former Chief Executive Officer, Travis Kalanick. The board, in an attempt to move past the months of strife, unanimously passed a series of measures to shore up corporate governance by bringing in major investor SoftBank.

The changes were adopted by all the 11 members of the board in an attempt to recover from a myriad of legal problems by stripping Kalanick and other early investors of their extra voting power. According to sources, Kalanick has agreed to the provisions which will partially weaken his power in the company and to pursue an initial public offering of Uber’s stock by the end of 2019. In a statement, the Uber board said the changes in the governance would strengthen its independence and ensure equality among all shareholders.

The changes in the company includes expanding the number of board seats to 17 from the existing 11. The 17 board members will comprise of three independent directors voted on by the board, including a chairperson and up to three seats for SoftBank, depending on the size of the investment. Sources also added the two directors appointed by Kalanick in a surprise move, Ursula Burns and John Thain, will also remain on the board. Meanwhile, shareholders will have the power of one vote per share which will effectively put an end to the voting power held by the early investors, including Benchmark.

This investment by SoftBank and others preserves Uber’s previous valuation of $ 69 billion, which is considered to be the highest among the world’s venture backed startups. “SoftBank’s interest is an incredible vote of confidence in Uber’s business and long-term potential,” Uber board added in the statement. SoftBank will be investing close to $ 1.25 billion in the company and will also be spending $ 10 billion to buy shares from existing investors. This round of investment is a collaboration between Dragoneer Investment Group and Tencent Holdings.

In another separate statement, Kalanick added the decision taken by the board is a major step forward in Uber’s journey to becoming a world class public company. “We approved moving forward with the Softbank transaction and reached  (an) unanimous agreement on a new governance framework that will serve Uber well. Under Dara’s leadership and with strong guidance from the Board, we should expect great things ahead for Uber,” he added.

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PhonePe’s PINCODE Launches 10-Minute Medicine Delivery in Cities

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PhonePe’s PINCODE app has launched a 24×7 online medicine delivery service in Bangalore, Mumbai, and Pune, promising delivery of both prescription and over-the-counter medicines within 10 minutes from nearby local medical shops. Unlike conventional e-pharmacies that use dark stores, PINCODE partners exclusively with neighborhood pharmacies, enabling faster deliveries and supporting local businesses in the digital economy.

Customers without prescriptions can select a “no prescription” option when ordering; a qualified doctor then provides a free teleconsultation and issues a digital prescription compliant with telemedicine guidelines, ensuring seamless access to medicines. The app offers competitive pricing by passing discounts from local pharmacies directly to customers and charges no delivery fees.

PINCODE’s hyperlocal model enhances healthcare accessibility and convenience while empowering local pharmacies, helping them remain integral to their communities and stimulating local economic growth. Launched in 2023, the app focuses on quick commerce with an emphasis on speed, reliability, and supporting local sellers.

In summary, PhonePe’s PINCODE app is transforming medicine delivery in major Indian cities by combining ultra-fast 10-minute delivery, free doctor consultations, and a hyperlocal sourcing model that benefits both consumers and neighborhood pharmacies.

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Piyush Anchliya Joins Cashfree as CFO Amid Fintech Boom

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Cashfree Payments has appointed Piyush Anchliya as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective April 15, 2025. Anchliya brings over 15 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, strategy, and mergers and acquisitions, with senior roles at Barclays, Bandhan Group, and most recently as CFO of Bandhan AMC. He holds an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad and a B.Tech. from IIT Kharagpur.

In his new role, Anchliya will lead Cashfree’s financial strategy, optimize operations, and support the company’s next growth phase. He will report to CEO and Co-founder Akash Sinha, who highlighted Anchliya’s expertise as vital for sustainable scaling and strengthening the company’s financial foundation. Anchliya succeeds outgoing CFO Vikas Guru, who will assist during the transition.

Founded in 2015, Cashfree Payments processes over $80 billion annually for more than 800,000 businesses. The company recently raised $53 million in funding led by KRAFTON and Apis Growth Fund II and secured key RBI licenses, positioning it for accelerated growth in India’s fintech sector. Anchliya’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as Cashfree aims to expand its leadership in digital payments.

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Flipkart’s Jeyandran Venugopal Likely to Join Reliance Retail as CEO

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Jeyandran Venugopal, the outgoing Chief Product and Technology Officer of Flipkart, is set to become the CEO of Reliance Retail Ventures (RRV), the retail arm of Reliance Industries. His appointment, expected to be finalized in May after his exit from Flipkart, signals Reliance’s push to strengthen its retail business with a technology-first approach.

Venugopal brings extensive experience from leading roles at Flipkart, Myntra, Yahoo, Snapdeal, and Amazon, where he focused on scaling technology platforms and driving innovation. At Flipkart, he managed product, engineering, data science, and more, helping build robust systems and improve user experience.

His move comes as Reliance Retail undergoes transformation, including cost-cutting and a renewed focus on digital growth. Venugopal’s leadership is expected to accelerate Reliance’s ambitions in omnichannel and tech-driven retail, positioning the company for continued dominance in India’s evolving market.

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