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Uber May Raise Funds From SoftBank, Didi Chuxing And Others

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Uber Technologies Inc., the global taxi aggregator, may raise as much as $ 12 billion in funding from SoftBank Group Corp., and Didi Chuxing, along with U.S. equity firms Dragoneer Investment Group and General Atlantic.

Bloomberg reported, Uber’s exclusive talks with the four investors for a potential investment hangs on the outcome of a courtroom brawl between two board members. According to the reports, along with the four investors, China’s Internet conglomerate Tencent Holdings Ltd., has also explored the possibility of contributing funds to the round and Goldman Sachs Group Inc., will be advising Uber on the potential transaction.

The deal, as per people familiar with the development, will consist of 2 components. The first component will allow a fresh investment of $ 1 billion to $ 1.5 billion in the company at the same valuation from last year. The second component is a share buyback plan that will allow a set of its current shareholders to exit at a lower price than the current valuation. The second component of the deal will allow investors to spend $ 2 billion to $ 10 billion buying out shareholders’ stock, depending on the demand from sellers. This exclusive agreement between Uber and the investors temporarily bars other investors from swooping into the agreement.

Talks regarding Uber selling some of their shares to SoftBank Group Corp., and other potential investors were reported last month when SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son said he was interested in investing in ride hailing firms Uber and Lyft.

The deal, which is currently in the due diligence period, could value the San Francisco headquartered company at $ 70 billion. The final decision of the transaction hangs on Uber’s ability to resolve an ongoing fight between two of the company’s largest shareholders and most influential board members. Uber, SoftBank, Didi, General Atlantic, Goldman Sachs, Dragoneer and Tencent have declined to comment.

Currently, former CEO of Uber Travis Kalanick is fighting a lawsuit against early investor, venture capital firm Benchmark for defrauding investors and withholding information from the directors. Although Kalanick has denied the allegations, the lawsuit poses major complications to the deal with regards to whether Kalanick would relinquish his seat or the two empty ones under his control or whether new seats would have to be created.

The company has also been looking for a new chief executive officer since Kalanick stepped down from the post in June this year in the face of mounting pressure from investors.

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Blissclub Raises INR 33 Crore in Fresh Funding Months After Layoffs

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Blissclub, the women-centric D2C apparel brand, has raised INR 33 crore in a Pre-Series B funding round led by Elevation Capital, with Eight Roads Ventures also participating. This funding comes just three months after the company laid off 18% of its workforce-about 21 employees from creative, sales, marketing, growth, and product teams-due to high cash burn and challenges in securing new capital.

The latest investment was made through the allotment of 16,076 compulsory convertible preference shares (CCPS) at a premium of INR 20,428 each. Elevation Capital invested INR 19 crore, securing a 24.5% stake, while Eight Roads Ventures contributed INR 14 crore, raising its stake to 15.79%. The capital will be used for working capital, capital expenditure, and general corporate purposes.

Founded in 2020 by Minu Margeret, Blissclub started as an online activewear brand for women and has since diversified its product range and established offline stores. Despite recent restructuring, the company’s revenue grew 27% to INR 86.9 crore in FY24 from INR 68.3 crore in FY23, though net losses also increased to INR 43.9 crore.

Blissclub’s successful fundraising, despite recent layoffs, underscores both the ongoing challenges and the resilience of India’s D2C startup sector in a difficult funding environment.

 

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Apple to Shift Entire US iPhone Assembly to India by 2026

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Apple is set to relocate all assembly of iPhones destined for the US market from China to India by the end of 2026, marking its biggest manufacturing shift in decades. The move is driven by escalating US-China trade tensions and steep tariffs—up to 145% on Chinese imports—making Chinese assembly increasingly costly for Apple. Although some smartphone imports are temporarily exempt, a 20% duty still applies to Chinese-made iPhones entering the US.

 

India, in contrast, offers a more favorable trade environment, with a paused 26% reciprocal tariff and ongoing negotiations for a bilateral trade deal with the US that could shield Indian exports from future levies. Apple plans to more than double its current iPhone output in India, aiming to assemble over 60 million units annually for the US market. The company already produces about 25% of its global iPhones in India, working with partners like Foxconn, Tata Electronics, and Pegatron.

 

This shift is part of Apple’s broader strategy to diversify its supply chain and reduce reliance on China amid geopolitical risks. However, the transition’s success will depend on how quickly India can scale up its manufacturing capabilities and the outcome of ongoing trade negotiations.


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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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