Skyfire Launches AI Agents for Autonomous Payments
The system offered by Skyfire combines the benefits of AI-powered virtual assistance with autonomous payments on the customer’s behalf.
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What is Startup India Scheme
The Startup India Scheme is a major initiative launched by the Indian government to promote innovation, support entrepreneurship, and stimulate economic growth by establishing new startups.
Fintech Leaders Anticipate Investment Rebound
Over 90% of fintech leaders globally believe robust industry investment levels will return within the next 12 months.
Xpeng Raises $150M for Its Flying Car Project
Xpeng Aeroht, a subsidiary of Chinese energy vehicle startup Xpeng Motors, has secured $150 million in a Series B1 financing round to develop a flying car.
Virtual Companion Now on Your Neck With a Friend AI Necklace
The new AI-powered necklace Friend can help people combat loneliness by keeping them company in daily conversations.
Leading Fintech Companies in Kenya 2024
Kenya’s standing as a preeminent hub for financial technology in the African continent is unquestionable and well-established. According to the comprehensive African Tech Startups Funding Report 2023, released by Disrupt Africa, Kenya proudly hosts approximately 15% of all fintech firms operating in Africa.
Samsara Eco Raises $65M Funding Round to Expand Its Plastic-Eating Enzymes
Samsara Eco proprietary technology uses enzymes to disaggregate plastic waste into raw materials, which can eventually be transformed into the foundation for new products.
Ukraine Ranks 2nd Among the Countries With Most AI Startups in Central and Eastern Europe
Ukraine is home to over 240 companies that deal with artificial intelligence (AI), while the number of AI professionals has grown fivefold over the last decade.
NATO $1.1B Innovation Fund Makes First Investments Into AI, Robots and Space Tech
The first deep tech investments of the NATO Innovation Fund address challenges in defence, security and resilience, while helping advance innovation in novel materials and manufacturing, AI and robotics.
Indian Fintech Startups to Watch in 2024
For entrepreneurs and business owners, the fintech industry presents an exciting frontier of opportunities. The buzz surrounding fintech startups is hard to ignore, particularly in startup hotspots like India where the vibrant startup culture is driving forward innovation at an impressive pace.
Innovative AI-Driven Startups Boost Business Ecosystem in Egypt
Egypt businesses are harnessing artificial intelligence to serve local communities in many aspects. The future of AI startups in Egypt looks bright, with robust investments, growing interest from the international tech network, and supportive government policies. Here’s how AI-driven startups enhance the thriving business ecosystem in Egypt. Artificial intelligence is one of the fastest-developing technologies […]
BharatX to Enter Healthcare Finance Segment With Zenifi Acquisition
BNPL fintech startup BharatX, backed by Y-Combinator, is ready to expand its services in the healthcare segment with the new acquisition of Zenifi.
Emergence of AI Startups in Nigeria
The emerging AI landscape in Nigeria shows significant promise and rapid growth driven by a combination of entrepreneurial initiatives, educational efforts, and supportive policies. Growing interest in innovative technologies led to a significant increase in AI startups in Nigeria in the past few years.
State of Payment Startups For 2024
The financial technology (fintech) sector has seen a serious surge in growth over the past decade, with a number of exciting start-ups rapidly revolutionising how we manage, move and even invest money. Some of them like Wise, Stripe and Klarna have already become household names.
OpenseedVC Reaches First Close of $10m Fund for Early Stage Startups across Africa and Europe
Female-led OpenseedVC has reached the first close of its $10 million angel-style early-stage fund, hoping to reach the final close within a year.
Chris Skinner’s Ramses Startup Expands to Egypt and Sudan
American fintech marketplace Ramses has Chris Skinner joining as a founding partner as it prepares to launch its business in Egypt and Sudan.
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