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SenseTime Becomes The Most Valuable AI Startup In The World

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China based startup, SenseTime Group Ltd., becomes the most valuable artificial intelligence startup in the world by raising a cool $ 600 million from Alibaba and other investors. Post this round of funding, the valuation of the startup stood at more than $ 3 billion, making it the wealthiest artificial intelligence startup in the world!

The company, which specializes in systems that analyze faces and images on an enormous scale, closed a Series C round funding in the past months. This round of funding included Singaporean state investment firm, Temasek Holdings Pte and retailer Suning.com Co. While SenseTime didn’t outline the individual investments, reports state Alibaba has sought the biggest stake in the three year old startup.

Backed by Qualcomm Inc., SenseTime has more than doubled its valuation in the last few months with this round of investment. While the company aims at becoming a leading force in the artificial world by 2030, this latest round of funding will help in diversifying interests in parallel fields. SenseTime plans on using this new round of funding to work in areas like autonomous driving, augmented reality, cover the growing cost of AI talent and increase its computing power.

At the moment, SenseTime is working on a brand new servicing code called Viper. Through Viper, this startup plans on sourcing feed from thousands of live cameras, a platform which will prove invaluable in relation to mass surveillance. With this investment from Alibaba, SenseTime is looking at upping its infrastructure as well. This China based startup has, to date, partnered with more than 400 leading domestic and overseas enterprises across security, fintech, automobile, retail, smartphone, mobile Internet and robotics. By broadening the possibilities of data technology and its application across industries, the Company has the potential to provide a technological leap for a range of verticals and serve as their close partner in AI transformation.

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Phab Raises $2M Seed Funding to Expand Healthy Snacking Brand

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Phab, the D2C healthy snacking brand co-founded by Ankit Chona of ice cream brand Hocco and his wife Gayatri Chona, has raised $2 million (around ₹17 crore) in a seed funding round led by OTP Ventures, with participation from Capri Global, Sim&San law firm, and angel investors.

Founded in 2018, phab offers protein bars and healthy milkshakes, leveraging Ankit’s decade-long food industry experience and Gayatri’s expertise as a certified nutritionist. The brand has sold over 2 million units and sells through e-commerce and quick commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Zepto, and Blinkit.

Despite a 12% dip in operating revenue to ₹5 crore in FY24, phab trimmed its net loss by nearly 3% to ₹6.8 crore, showing improved efficiency.

The new funds will be used to expand the team, invest in production capacity, and grow phab’s presence across digital, quick commerce, and offline channels. The brand competes with Yoga Bar, Beyond Snack, and The Whole Truth in India’s growing $68 billion healthy snacking market. OTP Ventures’ founding partner Suhail Sameer praised phab’s bold, differentiated approach and the founders’ vision, signaling strong investor confidence in the brand’s growth potential.

 

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GlobalBees CEO Nitin Agarwal Steps Down; Anuj Jain Appointed as Successor

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Nitin Agarwal, cofounder and CEO of GlobalBees-the e-commerce roll-up subsidiary of FirstCry-has resigned, effective April 24, 2025, citing personal reasons. Agarwal, who helped GlobalBees achieve unicorn status within months of its 2021 founding, will support the company’s transition until May 23, 2025.

Anuj Jain, a FirstCry veteran with over 23 years of experience and a background at ITC and L’Oréal, will take over as CEO from April 25, 2025. Jain previously led FirstCry’s pre-school segment and served as Senior Vice President of Marketing at Brainbees Solutions.

Agarwal’s departure follows several recent leadership changes within the FirstCry group. GlobalBees, which invests in D2C brands across various sectors, contributed ₹1,209 crore to FirstCry’s FY24 revenue, highlighting its strategic significance. With Jain’s appointment, the company aims to continue its strong growth in the D2C space.

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Swiggy Unveils Pyng: AI App Linking Users to Verified Pros

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Swiggy has launched Pyng, a new app aimed at connecting consumers with verified professionals across over 100 specializations, including yoga instructors, financial advisors, tutors, and event planners. Currently live in Bengaluru, Pyng uses AI to match users with trusted experts and offers a money-back guarantee for unsatisfactory services.

The app also provides professionals with tools to manage bookings, track payments, and schedule services efficiently. This marks Swiggy’s entry into the professional services marketplace, expanding beyond its core food delivery and quick commerce businesses. Pyng is available on both iOS and Android, with plans for a nationwide rollout.

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