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In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we decode how “platform fees” on Swiggy, Zomato, Flipkart, and Myntra are quietly adding up to billion-rupee cushions, but could also spark consumer backlash. We also break down India's pushback against China at the WTO over app bans, we dive into Aakrit Vaish's new $75 mn AI-focused fund, and track IPO action with Pine Labs' global roadshows and Urban Company's blockbuster day 1 subscription.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Oracle has begun layoffs in India across its Cloud and Financial Services teams, impacting hundreds of employees. Meanwhile, the US HIRE Bill sparks jitters for India's $280 billion IT industry, PhonePe and Google Pay cede ground in the UPI market as challengers like Navi and super.money gain traction, and EV makers including Ola and Ather gear up for a festive sales push in Tier II and III towns.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw tells us why semiconductors could be India's steel of the 21st century and shares updates on GPUs, AI, and online gaming act. We also track the billion-order race in quick commerce this Diwali, as platforms scale up beyond groceries. Plus, the Supreme Court takes charge of petitions challenging the Online Gaming Act, and PayU readies a $300 million fundraise ahead of its planned IPO.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top stories shaping the world of startups and technology. Girish Mathrubootham officially exits Freshworks after nearly 15 years. Urban Company's cap table gets a boost with Tiger Global and Accel offloading shares ahead of its IPO. We track how online credit card transactions are set to overtake offline swipes, and wrap up with Amazon and Flipkart's festive sale dates.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the GST Council's big reforms that Amazon and Flipkart are hailing just ahead of festive sales, with analysts predicting a sharp boost in consumer spending. We then track the Centre's move to the Supreme Court on challenges to India's new online gaming law. Next, we spotlight how Global Capability Centres are rapidly reskilling employees into AI engineers. And finally, SoftBank pares down its stake in Ola Electric post-IPO.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why your Swiggy and Zomato orders are getting more expensive as both food delivery giants raise platform fees. We also track Urban Company's much-anticipated IPO and the massive windfall it has created for its founders and early investors. Next, we look at how the government's ban on real-money gaming is hitting India's influencer economy hard. Finally, we discuss Indo-China joint ventures in electronics manufacturing gaining traction after Modi-Xi talks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Prime Minister Modi says speed is the new currency in semiconductors as India pushes $18 billion worth of chip projects. Kitchens@ looks to acquire Popo Ventures, the brand behind Pizza Bakery and Paris Panini, in a Rs 800 crore deal. TCS strikes its first mega contract this fiscal with insurer Tryg, while also rolling out long-delayed salary hikes. And finally, Urban Company and Boat secure Sebi approvals for IPOs, joining India's growing pipeline of startup listings.

Tata Capital gears up to launch the year's biggest IPO while the markets regulator clears IPO plans for 13 companies, including boAt, Urban Company and Juniper Green Energy. Moneycontrol exclusive confirmed: Sebi rolls out enhanced intraday limits in equity index derivatives to curb risks posed by oversized exposures. Also inside: Asia's factory activity witnesses surge, a piece by Mohandas Pai and Pranav Pai on why Trump's tariffs can nudge India toward better economic outcomes and what India can expect from greater inbound tourists from China.

Amid Trump's tariff wars, American firms have stepped up hiring in India, underscoring the country's importance as a talent hub. Nandan Nilekani tells Moneycontrol that AI won't kill Indian IT, “such obituaries have been written before”. Also find an exclusive interview with Naveen Jindal as he addresses wide ranging topics. Also inside: India's consumer credit story, trade moves, and our data story of the day.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top stories in startups and tech. Infosys legends Nandan Nilekani, Narayana Murthy, and Salil Parekh brush off AI fears, calling it an opportunity. The government meets gaming firms as Games24x7 begins layoffs after the real-money gaming ban. Big Tech continues to hire aggressively in India despite tariff tensions, and UPI crosses the 20 billion monthly transactions milestone.

In 2011, BlueStone didn't have stores, customers, or even a website. But it had a pitch and a founder who understood how India shops. Tune into the latest episode of PitchCraft Season 2, and learn what set BlueStone's pitch deck apart from the rest. Special guests Gaurav Singh Kushwaha, Founder of BlueStone, and early investor, Prashant Prakash of Accel, unpack unique features of the deck, from visualizing the process of trust building to ensuring long-term defensibility, and deliver a masterclass in how high-stakes, high-conviction pitches are made. It's an enthralling tale of how a disruptive idea secured funding and sparked a category shift. Presented by Moneycontrol, in association with SeedToScale, curated by Accel. 

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the key meeting between fintechs, banks, and regulators on India's new online gaming law, where firms sought more time for refunds and chargebacks, while banks pushed for clarity on current accounts. Next, we dive into Reliance's big AI play with the launch of Reliance Intelligence, backed by Google and Meta. We also cover Elevation Capital's new $400 million late-stage fund, and how AI agents are speeding up SaaS sales cycles.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Prosus-backed Rapido races ahead with a $200 million round that doubles its valuation in just eight months. Wipro takes a bold $375 million gamble with its Harman acquisition, testing its integration strategy. Meanwhile, Amazon and Flipkart brace for festive sales amid GST uncertainty. The government meets with banks and fintechs to chart the path for India's new online gaming law. And in Gujarat, CG Semi inaugurates the country's first OSAT facility.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we look at the ripple effects of India's real-money gaming ban, which has hit payment firms like Razorpay, PhonePe, Cashfree, and Easebuzz. We then dive into why Big Tech, from Google to OpenAI, is doubling down on India despite US trade tensions. Next, we unpack Raise Financial's new finance-focused AI model Fuzz, designed for serious investors. Finally, we bring you TCS' big move to consolidate AI under a new unit led by veteran Amit Kapur.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you Harsh Jain's exclusive interview with us on the government's real-money gaming ban that wiped out 95% of Dream11's revenue, and how the company plans to pursue more sports opportunities with the help of AI. We also decode how Amazon and Flipkart data will soon be part of India's inflation calculations, and why OpenAI is betting big on India with a fresh hiring drive. Plus, Rapido's new “Bike Direct” workaround in Karnataka, as Ola and Uber pause services again.

Tune in for two Moneycontrol exclusives with Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari. Vaishnaw talks about the road ahead post the ban on real money games and Gadkari addresses a wide range of topics from economic reforms, issues in the auto sector and the Bihar electoral roll revision. Also inside: RBI to go steady on rate cuts, Sebi heat on influencers, Walmart's profits squeezed by investments & more.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we start with a big update. The Online Gaming Bill 2025 has received the President's assent and Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explains why India banned real money gaming. We also cover how D2C brands are battling the festive quick commerce rush, Ola Electric's shareholder approval to reallocate IPO proceeds, and OpenAI's move to set up its first India office in New Delhi.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top startup and tech stories of the day. Dream11's plan to wind down its real money gaming business as the Online Gaming Bill 2025 heads for Presidential assent. Bike taxis make a cautious comeback in Karnataka after a High Court nudge. Pune is emerging as India's next big GCC hub, attracting global giants. And Apple gears up to open its third India store in Bengaluru this September.

In this eye-opening episode of Beyond Confidence, host Divya Parekh sits down with institutional investor and author Andrew Parrillo to challenge everything you think you know about wealth management. If you've ever wondered whether you're paying too much for investment advice, this episode pulls back the curtain on the costly truths of the financial advisory world—and reveals how you can reclaim control.Beyond Confidence is broadcast live Tuesdays at 10AM ET on W4WN Radio - Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Beyond Confidence TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).Beyond Confidence Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-confidence--1885197/support.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the Online Gaming Bill's lightning passage through Lok Sabha and what it means for India's $25 billion real-money gaming sector. We also look at the ripple effects on payment firms, the big boost in performance bonuses at Infosys, and FirstClub's $20 million funding talks with Accel and Paramark.

In today's episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, the Union Cabinet approves the online gaming bill to regulate betting apps and curb fraud. BlueStone Jewellery recovers from a muted IPO debut to close over 6% higher. Housing finance platform Weaver Services bags $170 million from Lightspeed, Premji Invest and Gaja Capital. And OpenAI rolls out its most affordable India-only subscription plan, ChatGPT Go, at Rs 399 a month.

In today's episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, Apple doubles down on India with a massive office lease and a new retail store in Bengaluru. Ola Electric's Bhavish Aggarwal says the company's mojo is returning with homegrown cells and ferrite motors. Swiggy splits its finance function between food delivery and Instamart. Nasscom raises red flags on RBI's draft forex compliance rules. And, Agentic AI is helping India's GCCs cut pilot timelines from months to just 90 days.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack India's AI funding surge up 46% in 2025, and why investors are betting on niche, high-impact applications. We also break down the Trump administration's proposed H-1B changes that could sideline early-career Indian tech talent, and look at how Swiggy's Instamart has overtaken Zepto in the quick commerce race. Finally, we track IMPS transactions hitting a four-year low as UPI continues its meteoric rise.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Fractal Analytics gears up for India's first pure-play AI IPO worth Rs 4,900 crore. Zepto cleans up its checkout, dropping “dark patterns” amid new regulations. Bhashini recruits annotators to train AI in 22 Indian languages, Allen Digital sees a leadership exit, and a father-son duo launches Covasant to push Agentic AI in IT services.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack a funding spree across Elivaas, Pronto, and Dashverse, new semiconductor projects worth Rs 4,594 crore in Odisha, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh, and Pixxel's ambitious plan to launch India's first public-private Earth observation satellite constellation. Plus, OpenAI pilots rupee pricing for ChatGPT for Indian users. And with Raksha Bandhan and Independence Day lining up for a long weekend, travel bookings are surging, beaches, mountains, and all in between.

In today's episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Swiggy serves up gains for SoftBank Vision Fund as its stock rallies. IAMAI warns that a legal grey area in India's data law could derail AI progress. Nandan Nilekani floats a bold $3 trillion plan to tokenise land. And D2C beauty brand Renee Cosmetics raises $30M to power its next phase of growth.

US President Donald Trump imposes an additional 25 percent tariff on Indian goods exports, citing Russian oil purchase, on top of country-specific tariffs of 25 per cent. Could this trigger a reaction against Trump brand equity in India? Moneycontrol investigates. Besides this, find our pieces on the implications of PM Modi's visit to China, RBI's pause on repo rate cuts and why India is definitely not a “tariff king”. Also inside: RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra's views on UPI transaction fees, Swiggy's exit from Rapido & other important headlines of the day.

In today's episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down four big stories: Antfin's Rs 5,375 crore exit from Zomato, Swiggy's plan to cash out of Rapido with a $300 million deal, Bluestone's glitzy IPO despite being loss-making, and RBI's fresh take on the future of UPI charges. Plus, a deep dive into how India's biggest banks are quietly building their own GenAI stacks.

In a deeper probe of western sanctions against Russia amid Trump's higher tariff threats against India for trading with Moscow, Moneycontrol finds the European Union's imports from Russia are nearly as high as India's. Also in this edition: scrutiny on Amazon & Flipkart, Income Tax Bill 2025 faces criticism, and UPI crosses another big milestone.

Jane Street is under the scanner again for potentially breaching India's Place of Effective Management (POEM) rules for taxation. Indian quick commerce companies are experimenting with incentives to retain manpower. A Moneycontrol analysis shows India ranks below countries like Sri Lanka and Thailand on tariffs imposed on US goods. Our reporters also argue that India's spot as a China alternative for manufacturing remains intact despite Trump's tariff threat.

In this episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, we break down Antfin's Rs 3,803 crore exit from Paytm, the growing rider shortage hitting quick commerce players, and why the government is tightening cybersecurity rules for AI and quantum systems. Plus, Ather Energy reports a sharp jump in revenue and margins & net loss narrows, while Shree Anandhaas secures its first big cheque from A91 in nearly three decades.

What makes an investor back a startup in a “crowded, commoditized” space? In this episode of PitchCraft Season 2, we go deep into Razorpay's original pitch deck, which helped a pair of IIT grads raise their first round of funding against the odds. Co-founder Harshil Mathur, along with early investor Vikram Vaidyanathan, takes us back to 2015. Learn how they framed the market, the friction points they chose to highlight, and why they focused on product and tech when everyone else said the market was done. It's a captivating tale of strength in the face of big odds, small victories paving the way for the ultimate success, the importance of clarity and vision, and what it takes to make a bet that other investors won't. It's a must-watch for early-stage founders, operators, and investors alike. Presented by Moneycontrol, in association with SeedToScale, curated by Accel.

In Today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Apple braces for a $1.1B tariff hit as Trump turns up the heat, even as iPhone sales surge. Rural fintech SarvaGram reports strong income growth but shrinking profits. Swiggy Instamart CEO says the quick commerce fight is far from over, with rivals expanding fast. And Delhivery kicks off FY26 with a 67% profit jump.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we dive into Swiggy's widening losses as Instamart expansion costs bite, despite 54% revenue growth. We explore the drama brewing between Swiggy and its investee Rapido, which just announced plans to compete in food delivery. We also unpack the great IT divide - Infosys adding 17,000 employees while TCS cuts 12,000 jobs, Cognizant beating revenue estimates but freezing salary hikes, and how ICICI Bank's new UPI fees are challenging the payments ecosystem for fintechs.

Infosys remains optimistic about recruitment even as rival TCS prepares for a significant workforce reduction in the wake of AI-driven business squeeze. Listen to Infosys CEO Salil Parekh's exclusive interview with Moneycontrol. In other news, we dive deep into Tata's acquisition of Iveco and Swiggy's reevaluation of its investments in Rapido. Also find: economists' take on Trump's tariff aftermath and a round-up of boardroom gossip.

Donald Trump has announced 25% tariffs on Indian exports starting August 1, penalising India for continuing Russian energy and arms imports. The tariff puts India behind peers like Vietnam and Japan, sparking concerns over Apple's India strategy, foreign factory investments, and a potential $30 billion economic hit. Moneycontrol investigates the fallout and other implications from 5 angles. For these and more news tune in to this edition of Moneycontro Editor's Picks.

TCS CEO Krithivasan exclusively spoke to Moneycontrol addressing the TCS layoffs, revealing it is not due to AI. However, the job cuts have sparked fears across India's IT sector, with many expecting TCS to have set a precedent. Also inside: Gig hiring is already picking up pace ahead of the festive season, India Inc's June quarter earnings show a surprising profit growth accompanied by sales slowdown, and a simplified GST structure may be in store for the textiles sector. All this and more in the latest edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we decode the ripple effect of TCS laying off 12,000+ staffers, how Lenskart is reshaping governance and rolling out ESOPs ahead of its billion-dollar IPO, and Weaver Services' Rs 1,200 crore fundraise that signals a shift towards non-tech bets. Plus, we track UPI's expansion into the UK through the India-UK FTA and the early festive hiring surge that's creating over 2 lakh gig jobs across India.

In this insightful episode, presented by Moneycontrol in collaboration with GivingPi, Geetika Dadlani, Associate Director, Dasra and Head of GivingPi, explores an emerging shift in Indian philanthropy, the rise of philanthropy networks. In a sector that's often deeply personal and sometimes solitary, she unpacks how networks like GivingPi are fostering trust, learning, and alignment, thereby contributing to shaping the future of Indian philanthropy.

In today's Tech3 podcast, we break a Moneycontrol exclusive, MoEngage is raising $200 million as it plans to flip back to India. Swiggy sees key board exits just ahead of results, while the Indian government cracks down on 25 OTT platforms including Ullu and ALTT. Plus, the India-UK FTA introduces a first-ever safeguard for AI and software IP.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, SEBI clears PhysicsWallah's confidential IPO, ChrysCapital eyes a $3 billion exit pipeline, and Nexus looks to raise $700 million for its next fund. Plus, Trump takes aim at tech outsourcing to India, and Sundar Pichai weighs in on the fierce AI talent war as Big Tech offers nine-figure deals to stay ahead. All this and more, in under 10 minutes!

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the dismantling of Good Glamm Group's house-of-brands model, Infosys' Q1 beat and revised guidance, and Myntra's alleged FDI violations under ED scrutiny. Gupshup explores Ghar Wapsi after $60 million fundraise, while Agentic AI startup Composio rides the AI funding wave. Also on the show why Paytm is quietly stepping back from the Default Loss Guarantee model.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Paytm surprises with a Rs 123 crore profit in Q1, Milky Mist gears up for a Rs 2,035 crore IPO, and Fidelity trims 500 roles in India amid global shifts. We also check out Infosys' newly sets up council for emerging tech and who is leading it. Tune in for sharp startup and tech news only on the Moneycontrol Tech3 Podcast.

A Moneycontrol analysis finds which Indian CEOs take home the highest salaries. Also, Baijayant Panda reveals the rationale behind parliamentary panel recommendations on the Income Tax Bill. We explain how China's rare earth export curbs have hit the brakes on Apple AirPod manufacture in Telangana, and how productivity is spiralling in the Parliament's monsoon session every year. And in the world of show business, we tell you why Saiyaara seems to have struck a chord with youth in tier 2 and 3 cities, and deep dive into its record-making box office collection.

A Moneycontrol analysis shows that recently several stocks have responded positively to leadership changes. Also in this edition: exclusive interviews with Apollo Hospitals Managing Director Suneeta Reddy and Zoho CEO Mani Vembu. We have details on India's plans to set up a 100 qubit superconducting quantum computing facility, how Delhi's universities are running large deficits, and why PE funds are increasingly investing in family-owned businesses. All this and more in today's Moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack why Zomato-parent Eternal's stock jumped despite a 90% drop in profit. India's quantum dreams take shape with a 100-qubit project. We dive into why family-run businesses are turning to private equity. Then, the AI ouroboros problem, can models trained on AI-generated data stay smart? And finally, Zoho bets on vertical SaaS with its Zia LLM and domain-specific agents. Tune in for the day's biggest tech and startup stories.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack Lenskart's FY25 financials, where there seems to be a sharp growth and even sharper margins. Flipkart is witnessing a leadership shakeup, while a fake Supreme Court handle on X turns into a courtroom spectacle. Plus, Udaan gears up for IPO with the acquisition of ShopKirana to deepen its FMCG play. Tune in for your daily dose of startup and tech news.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Wipro beats Street estimates with an 11% profit jump, while more states ask UPI apps for merchant data to track GST compliance. Tata Digital gets a $400 million lifeline from Tata Sons, the govt defends content takedown powers in a legal face-off with X, and Airtel partners with Perplexity to give users a full year of free AI-powered search.

In today's episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we cover Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal-backed LAT Aerospace buys a jet, a record-breaking mid-year sale for Amazon and Flipkart, Bhutan's bold crypto push for tourism, and the quiet close of Cognizant's bribery case in the US. Tune in for the latest in startups and tech.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra tells CNBC that rate cuts are still possible on a neutral stance. In another Moneycontrol exclusive, Glenmark Pharma's Chairman Glenn Saldanha says Indian companies should compete on innovation after the drug maker's deal with AbbVie. Find out what Tesla's more affordable Model Y range will entail and learn how headlines about inflation's six-year-low milestone misses the full picture.