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Are you saving as much as 40 % with your food delivery platform? Michelle Martin speaks with Raphael Zennou, VP Quick Commerce, foodpanda to find out how food delivery platforms are evolving with changing consumer behaviours, technology and financial products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 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: From 10-minute groceries to 10-minute home help, startups like Snabbit and Pronto are racing to deliver cleaners, cooks, and handymen in record time. The taxman issues Google notices over gambling sites, while banks urge raising GST thresholds to keep small merchants on digital payments. Plus, India's humanoid robots hit factory floors with Ati Motors' Sherpa Mecha, and BlueStone's IPO opens with a modest Day 1 subscription.
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.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Capgemini makes one of the biggest AI-driven acquisitions of the year, buying WNS for $3.3 billion. Cred leads in credit card bill value, even outpacing PhonePe. Yulu scales EV rentals for gig workers in the quick commerce boom. Esports giant Garena returns with Free Fire Max India Cup. And BigBasket ropes in a new CFO from Amazon, HUL. Tune in for sharp startup and tech updates.
Whether it is IT services, food delivery, or digital payments, services have clearly been paving the way ahead for India's economy. Learn how you can tap into the services sector opportunity with Divya Menon and Sachin Relekar from Axis Mutual Fund.
Category managers have shifted from routine e-commerce roles to powerful decision-makers in quick commerce. They now manage the limited shelf space in dark stores and decide which products get visibility on platforms like Instamart, Zepto, and Blinkit. Naturally, brands are aggressively courting them, with over 30,000 requests every month for just 150 slots. From hosting parties to taking them out for drinks, brands are pulling out all the stops. Meanwhile, category managers are urging brands to invest more in ads and marketing to stay competitive.Tune in.*This episode was first published on Dec 19, 2024Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.Listen to the latest episode of Two by Two here
This episode of Two by Two was first published on 05 June 2025.Premium subscribers of The Ken have full access to ALL our premium audio. They are available exclusively via The Ken's subscriber apps. If you don't have them, just download one and log in to unlock everything. Get your premium subscription using this link.Not a Premium subscriber? You can subscribe to The Ken Premium on Apple Podcasts for an easy monthly price (Rs 299 in India). The channel includes ALL our premium podcasts.–Bigbasket, Blinkit, Instamart, and Zepto are all fighting to capture more and more share of the quick-commerce market. But as they scale, a new set of players fulfilling one use case in minutes is entering the market with hype and funding.Does this mean we will see an unbundling of quick commerce from being an everything store to having separate apps for everything? Or is it just another cycle of unbundling and bundling?Hosts Praveen Gopal Krishnan and Rohin Dharmakumar discuss in the latest episode of Two by Two with Madhav Kasturia, founder and CEO of Zippee, and Sanjay Ramakrishnan, founder and general partner, Multiply Ventures.–This episode of Two by Two was produced by Hari Krishna. Rajiv CN, our resident sound engineer, mixed and mastered this episode.If you liked this episode of Two by Two, please share it with your friends and family who would be interested in listening to the episode. And if you have more thoughts on the discussion, we'd love to hear your arguments as well. You can write to us at twobytwo@the-ken.com. Want to attend The Ken's next event—How AI is Breaking and Remaking the Way Products are Built?
Why is pharma still lagging in the quick commerce revolution?In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Sharad Harjai – Startup Growth Consultant and ex-leader at Delivery Hero, PharmEasy, and Blinkit – to explore why the healthcare sector hasn't yet cracked the 10-minute delivery model.We discuss:The rapid rise of quick commerce in IndiaWhy medicines are missing from the top Q-commerce categoriesChallenges unique to pharma logistics and regulationsHow the industry can adopt instant delivery modelsGlobal trends in Q-commerce that could reshape healthcare deliveryIf you're in healthcare, pharma, logistics, or just curious about the future of fast delivery, this one's for you!Don't forget to like, comment, and share for more insights on innovation and disruption in healthcare.#Gameofpharma #quickcommerce #instantdelivery #epharmacy #pharmapodcast Available on YouTube, Spotify, Gaana, JioSaavn, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts. Sharad's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharadharjai/Host's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lokesh-sharma-7250a71a9/Follow us on social media-Website: https://gameofpharma.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameofpharma/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/game-of-pharma/
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In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down how Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart are dominating India's quick commerce race with over 4 million daily orders. Swiggy shuts down its Genie service, while TCS slashes variable pay and delays hikes for senior staff. In the EV world, TVS edges past Ola in April sales. Plus, YouTube tests a two-person Premium plan in India.
To build a business, you should always have your feet on the ground and eyes on the stars. A mindset Manish Taneja has carried from the narrow lanes of Faridabad to build a ₹10,000 Cr beauty giant.In this episode, Shantanu sits down with Manish Taneja (CEO & MD of Purplle.com) for a raw conversation about the unseen side of entrepreneurship.Growing up in Tier 2 India, Manish never had the blueprint but just a dream to build big. And in 13 years, he turned that fascination into Purplle, a brand that has redefined beauty in India.From taking bold bets on acquiring big brands like Faces Canada and Carmesi to choosing long-term value over viral trends, this is a story of perseverance, principles, and playing the long game.Key takeaways from the episode:- Why it's crucial to not chase trends but build with purpose.- What are the mistakes every founder often makes in the beauty space?- What is the role of AI in shaping the future of brand building?- If you're still playing it safe, you're probably holding yourself back.Hope this episode inspires you to go “all in” with your idea! And if you'd like to join our next conversation live, sign up here: https://forms.gle/yF6Rzr9NRheKRoV98Navigate the episode 00:00 Coming Up01:25 Introduction01:50 Backstory of Purplle and their initial challenges10:57 Business Cash Flow and Employee Growth at Purplle13:25 Market Evolution and Capital Raising Milestones21:00 Role of Investors and Purplle's First Product to many more27:10 Strategic Brand Acquisitions and Reshaping the market30:51 Effectiveness of Data Usage and Geographic Customer Targeting34:40 Revenue Margins and Sales Channel Insights36:30 The Impact of Offline and Quick Commerce on Sales39:16 Growth of the Beauty and Personal Care Industry44:13 Innovation, New Product Categories, and Avoiding Trend-Chasing49:45 The Role of AI in Brand Building54:58 Understanding Market Dynamics and Capital Flow1:02:02 Industry Evolution and the Power of Content Creation1:05:03 A 13-Year Journey of Investor Relations and Key Success Stories1:09:24 Manish's Perspective on Building Startups1:17:40 Closing Thoughts
In this episode on the Counterpoint Podcast, we talk about how Quick Commerce brands have revolutionised the way urban Indians shop for essentials and the challenges they are posing for age old kirana stores.We also touch upon how the retail landscape in India will evolve.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Zomato reports a 78% drop in quarterly profit as quick commerce disrupts its core food delivery business. Zoho halts its $700 million chip manufacturing plans citing lack of a tech partner, marking another blow to India's fab goals. Meanwhile, Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen backs India's creative economy powered by AI, and PM Modi hosts top global CEOs to pitch India as the next global creative powerhouse. Tune in for the latest updates in tech and startups world!
In today's episode on 30th April 2025, we unpack why Reliance is going all in on quick commerce and why this business is more complex than just building scale.Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://ditto.sh/9zoz41
If there's no existential doubt, it's not an early-stage business.Because you're just figuring it out, one bold risk at a time.In this episode Shantanu is joined by Vedang Patel (Co-Founder of The Souled Store) and Yogesh Kabra, (Founder of XYXX Apparels) for a raw and honest conversation on what it really takes to start up.As a bootstrapped company, Vedang started with just ₹5 lakhs and a big dream. On the other hand, Yogesh started up in a 250 sq. ft. room in Surat. But Now? These founders have built a 1000Cr empire. Key Takeaways from the episode: • How a customer-first mindset shapes everything, from product to brand.• What should you know before building a clothing brand for women?• Why “mental freedom” from your investor can often be more powerful than just financial backing.This is a story of building something of your own with the right people by your side.Tell us in the comments: What's the wildest risk you've taken to build your dream? And if you'd like to join our next conversation as a live audience member, sign up here: https://forms.gle/yF6Rzr9NRheKRoV98Navigate the episode00:00 – Coming Up01:10 – What Are Business Models and Market Trends?04:13 – Why Being Honest About Business Numbers is Important07:01 – Problems in the Clothing Industry09:59 – How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market13:08 – What Customer Retention and Acquisition Costs Really Mean16:02 – How Good Products Keep Customers Coming Back19:08 – How Fashion Trends Change and How to Keep Up22:16 – A New Look at the Underwear Market25:16 – Wrapping Things Up and Looking Ahead26:49 – Why Average Order Value (AOV) is Important for Sales29:20 – How to Market Your Brand and Keep People Interested32:09 – The Problems with Quick Commerce in Clothing industry35:14 – Why Consumers Return Stuff in Online Shopping38:18 – How to Build and Market Your Brand Creatively41:55 – Is Business Success About Luck or Strategy?49:22 – Moving Your Business from Offline to Online52:17 – How Luck and Your Attitude Impact Success54:00 – Finding the Right Investors and Why They Matter59:22 – How We Think About Money01:03:03 – The Mindset of Thriving vs. Just Getting By01:07:16 – The Excitement of Growing Your Business01:14:01 – Closing thoughts
In today's episode on 19th April 2025, we take a look at the Gensol–BluSmart–Jaggi brothers' saga and see how deep the financial misgovernance ran.Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://ditto.sh/9zoz41
In today's episode on, 17th April 2025, we tell you the real reason why Indian kirana stores are dying, and why quick commerce can't completely kill them.Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://ditto.sh/9zoz41
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, ONDC CEO Thampy Koshy resigns, marking a major leadership shakeup at India's e-commerce disruptor. TCS delivers a lower-than-expected results with dip in net profit, Wakefit gears up for a Rs 2,000 crore IPO, joining the wave of startups eyeing public markets. Meanwhile, Flipkart Minutes plans to scale quick commerce with 800 dark stores by 2025. Tune in for the top tech and startup stories.
Capitalizing on Digital Transformations in Emerging Markets with Kevin CarterWelcome to another of the Asia Business Podcast. In this episode, we are privileged to sit down with Kevin Carter, the founder and chief investment officer at EMQQ Global. As an expert in emerging and frontier markets, Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge on the rapid evolution of these economies, particularly focusing on the technology sector.Introduction to Kevin Carter and EMQQ GlobalKevin Carter leads EMQQ Global, an investment management firm specializing in emerging markets technology. His career trajectory, starting from an interview at a leading investment bank in the 90s to creating some of the earliest China-focused ETFs, provides a fascinating backdrop to our discussion.The Journey to Emerging MarketsKevin shares his intriguing journey, from reading a seminal book "A Random Walk Down Wall Street" to his collaborations with financial visionary Burton Malkiel. His experiences underscore the pivotal moments that shaped his focus on emerging markets and the transformative power of technology within them.Broadening Focus Beyond ChinaWhile Kevin's initial ventures primarily focused on China, he expanded his reach, driven by the realization that investors often consider emerging markets as a singular allocation. This strategic decision has allowed EMQQ to capture the broader growth potential inherent in multiple emerging economies.Analyzing the Trends: The Triple Mega Trend in Emerging MarketsKevin explains the three mega trends driving growth in emerging markets:Consumer Growth:As emerging markets like China and India continue their economic ascent, consumer demand for products and services is surging.Technological Advancements:The widespread adoption of smartphones and the internet is catalyzing growth, propelling these markets into unprecedented digital integration.Internet Expansion:With most of the world still transitioning to digital, internet companies in these regions are poised for explosive growth.Addressing Regulatory and Perception ChallengesNavigating the regulatory landscape in markets like China is complex. Kevin discusses the challenges and misconceptions around government interventions in major markets, emphasizing the nuanced dynamics that investors must consider.India on the Horizon: A New Chapter in Emerging MarketsLooking ahead, Kevin is optimistic about India's growth trajectory. With a burgeoning middle class and rapid digital adoption, India, according to Kevin, represents the next big opportunity in emerging markets.Conclusion: A Visionary's Insight into the FutureThrough a blend of insightful analysis and personal experiences, Kevin Carter offers a comprehensive view of the vast opportunities and challenges within emerging markets. His discussion provides invaluable insights for investors and businesses looking to navigate these dynamic spaces.For a deeper dive into these discussions, listen to the full episode of the Asia Business Podcast, where Kevin Carter shares his expertise on emerging markets and the factors driving their transformation. Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Asia Business Podcast00:35 Kevin Carter's Early Career and Influences03:58 The Birth of EMQQ and Early Ventures07:34 Expanding Beyond China: A Strategic Move12:24 Challenges and Realizations in Emerging Markets20:46 The Internet and E-commerce Revolution25:07 Global Mobile Phone-Based Orders25:48 Regulatory Risks in Emerging Markets27:03 China's Regulatory Landscape30:10 Alibaba and Tencent: Market Dynamics38:18 Impact of Global Trade Policies42:45 Investment Strategies in Emerging Markets46:39 Future Trends in Emerging Markets48:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ProducerJacob ThomasFollow UsLinkedInApple Podcasts
AI is reshaping the future of consumer goods, logistics, and quick commerce. In this conversation, Govindraj Ethiraj speaks with Suresh Narayanan, Chairman & MD of Nestlé India, about how AI is helping companies optimize supply chains, demand forecasting, procurement, and distribution.From reducing logistics costs by 500 million rupees to using AI for better coffee and cocoa price predictions, this discussion reveals how AI-driven predictive models are changing the game for businesses and consumers alike.(00:00) Introduction(01:50) How AI can help utilise all the data of consumer companies(03:30) The data and forecasting in coffee(05:43) The value of AI should be before it leaves the factories(08:18) AI and crop estimates(10:05) importance of data integrity(11:00) Logistics, delivery, and offtake cycles(13:21) Stocking and AI predictive(15:49) Quick commerce(17:55) Optimise volume business to pay for disaggregated business(19:46) Understanding the consumer space(21:30) Category wise consumer trends(22:44) Premiumisation for Nestle(24:00) What Nestle stands forAI is revolutionizing supply chains, logistics, and quick commerce. Watch our exclusive conversation with Suresh Narayanan, Chairman & MD of Nestlé India, on how AI is optimizing demand forecasting, procurement, and distribution.Listeners! We await your feedback....The Core and The Core Report is ad supported and FREE for all readers and listeners. Write in to shiva@thecore.in for sponsorships and brand studio requirementsFor more of our coverage check out thecore.inJoin and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube
The Twenty Minute VC: Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch
Oscar Pierre is the Founder and CEO @ Glovo, the food delivery site that will get you anything you want to your doorstep. This story is insane, the company was started by Oscar 11 years ago, in their pre-seed round they sold ⅓ of the company for €100K. The company was later saved by a deal they made with McDonald's. The company nearly ran out of money on several occasions, one time the funding round came from the CEO of Rakuten who Oscar met an FC Barcelona drinks. Today, they are a part of DeliveryHero who acquired them for $2.2BN, they have delivered 1BN orders and have almost 60M customers. In Today's Episode We Discuss: 04:27 Starting with Nothing 07:30 The First Funding Round: Selling ⅓ of the Company for €100K 09:23 Marketplace Dynamics and Expansion 15:34 The McDonald's Deal That Saved the Company 18:38 Running out of Money Three Times: Fundraising Hell 25:57 International Expansion: What Worked 29:25 Lessons from Failures: What Brazil Taught Us 31:36 How to Win in Emerging Markets 32:02 The Burn Rate (Burning $1M per day) and Investor Concerns 33:29 Scaling Challenges and Competitor Threats 34:29 The Biggest BS Elements of Company Values 35:40 How I Ruined the Culture of the Company 41:14 Layoffs and Talent Management 42:06 Biggest Lessons from M&A 44:41 The Future of Quick Commerce 45:38 Acquisition by Delivery Hero 48:56 Post-Acquisition Reflections 54:47 The CEO on Trial and Facing Prison
'As the battle for winning 10-minute deliveries heats up, so do the stakes. Pick one of five quick commerce companies. Determine what winning looks like. Write your solution'That was the challenge we threw at some of India's smartest, most ambitious and creative students from top business schools across the country. In our brand-new mini series 'One Billion in 10 Minutes', you will hear their ambitious and creative pitches – all rooted in the real world and centred around five quick commerce platforms that have completely changed the way we all shop.The six-episode mini series goes live on Monday, February 3. But before that, we thought we would give you a sneak peak here on Daybreak. Check out the first episode of the series, where two teams — Metamorphosis from IIM Ahmedabad and Voldemort from IIMK Kozhikode — go head to head with their billion dollar strategies for the OG quick commerce platform, Big Basket. Tune in. Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.We are now on WhatsApp at +918971108379. Text us and tell us what you thought of the episode!
TakeawaysRetail predictions for 2025 highlight significant changes in consumer behavior.Proposed tariffs could lead to higher costs in the supply chain.UK retail will see cautious consumer spending in 2025.Quick commerce is set to expand into tier 2 and tier 3 cities in India.Kirana stores need to adopt digital strategies to compete.China's retail market is projected to grow significantly in 2025.Experiential shopping is becoming a key focus for Chinese consumers.AI technology is transforming retail interactions and experiences.The PingTee trend offers luxury quality at lower prices.Physical retail spaces are evolving into immersive experiences.Chapters00:00 This Week in Research: New Reports and Data02:30 UK Retail Trends and Predictions05:27 India's Retail Landscape and Quick Commerce12:02 China's Retail Market: Opportunities and Challenges Dive into our predictions for these retail markets in our comprehensive research reports: Retail 2025: UK Retail PredictionsRetail 2025: India Retail PredictionsRetail 2025: China Retail Predictions
It's time for us to retire the term “Direct-to-Consumer” or D2C. The phrase is, anyway, a bit long in the tooth, having been used since the days of the dot-com boom.D2C used to mean selling directly to end customers, rather than selling through retailers or other middlemen. In theory, selling directly to consumers would allow a company to offer both lower prices and maintain higher margins (since it didn't have to pay commissions to middlemen), having better products sustained through a faster innovation cycle and the ability to sell products through evolving brand stories instead of merely price.In reality though, few brands are even remotely D2C. For instance, 82% of Boat's sales come via Amazon and Flipkart, with only 2% selling directly to consumers. The dependence on kiranas, distributors and modern retail has merely been replaced with a dependence on Amazon, Flipkart or Quick Commerce companies.Large and “traditional” FMCG companies, which were once acquirers of D2C startups, have sobered up. Their acquisitions haven't really scaled up well, even as they've figured out how to compete with D2Cs. As a result, the acquisition premium for D2C startups has plummeted from the peak during the post-pandemic days. In some cases even a 50% discount from the peak isn't leading to deals.In terms of categories, electronics has scale, but profits have plummeted. In skincare, there is also a downward spiral of competition and price pressure. A good example is Mamaearth, which is now paying the price on the stock markets.In terms of competition, the likes of Meesho, Fire-Boltt, Boult, Noise etc., are pushing prices dramatically lower. What is a differentiating factor? It's hard to say right now. The entire category looks like a turnstile with a 2-3 year cycle.What is the way out? What should modern brands do to build lasting and sustainable brands? How should they cultivate consumer loyalty and connections? What should they even be called?Welcome to episode 22 of Two by Two.In this episode, hosts Rohin Dharmakumar and Praveen Gopal Krishnan are joined by Deepak Shahdadpuri, managing director and founder of DSG Consumer Partners–India and Southeast Asia's first consumer-focused venture capital fund. We also had Ajai Thandi, co-founder of Sleepy Owl Coffee, and Seetharaman G, deputy editor at The Ken and resident expert on all things retail, joining the discussion.The full episode, which we released on 19 December 2024, is exclusively available on The Ken app with a Premium subscription and on Apple Podcasts via a separate standalone subscription.There is also a free Two by Two newsletter. You can sign up for it here.——Additional reading:Boat, Noise unleashed cheap smartwatches on India. Rivals hurt them with dirt-cheap onesMamaearth sold investors on its FMCG dreams. Consumers had other plansBrands once desperate for quick commerce now have a tiger by the tail——This episode of Two by Two was produced by Hari Krishna. Rajiv CN did the mixing and mastering for this episode.Write to us at twobytwo@the-ken.com and tell us what you thought of the episode.
A couple years ago, quick commerce platforms were the place to be for up and coming brands across the country. Just a little sliver of real estate on a rapid delivery app was enough to put them on the map. But now, many of these brands are very quickly realising that success on a Blinkit or a Zepto is a double edged sword. With it comes high commissions, marketing fees, and the constant pressure to never run out of inventory. Some brands have now had enough. How did it get here? The Ken reporter Nuha Bubere explains.Tune in. Daybreak is now on WhatsApp at +918971108379. Text us and tell us what you thought of the episode!Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.
Discover how Deliveroo's Product Director, Paul Wilkinson, is shaping the future of retail innovation. From drone delivery and AI in grocery stores to the evolving customer demand for quick commerce, Paul shares insights from his experience at Tesco Labs, Amazon, and Deliveroo. Learn how technology, data, and customer-first strategies are transforming grocery delivery and retail worldwide. Perfect for retail leaders and innovators seeking actionable trends. [00:00] Introduction [03:45] Drone delivery innovations [10:15] How AI is improving grocery retail [20:00] Deliveroo's journey into new categories [25:30] Predictions for retail's future Guest: Paul Wilkinson, Product Director at Deliveroo Topics Covered: The evolution of quick commerce and customer expectations Drone delivery and its growing adoption in suburban markets How AI is solving long-standing problems in grocery retail Deliveroo's journey from food delivery to a digital high street Predictions for the future: online shopping, data-driven retail, and self-driving cars Key Quotes from Paul Wilkinson: “Thirty minutes is more than fast enough for most people in most situations.” “Seeing a delivery arrive by drone in three minutes is fascinating.” “AI helps solve old problems that never truly went away.” “If what you're building isn't useful or usable, it won't succeed.” Actionable Takeaways for Retail Leaders: Focus on customer-first strategies to drive innovation. Invest in real-time stock systems to reduce delivery errors. Leverage AI and data-driven insights to improve operations. Call to Action:Enjoyed this episode? Follow our podcast for more insights into the future of retail, and join the conversation on LinkedIn using #FutureOfRetail.
In this Episode, you will learn 1. How to think about problems from first-principles 2. Why digital public infrastructure of India could propel the GDP 3. How to build in India for India Deepak and Dipankar embarked upon the mission of democratizing quick commerce in India by launching Kirana Pro, a cutting-edge e-commerce platform that leverages ONDC (Open Network For Digital Commerce) to address systemic challenges in the industry. Having known each other for over a decade, they decided to build a product from ground up and figure out a business model that empowers customers, kirana store owners, delivery agents, and the broader digital public infrastructure of India. Dipankar graduated from IIT Delhi with a bachelors in computer science and is a published machine learning researcher. After that, he built companies and held executive roles in leading unicorns in India. Deepak is a serial entrepreneur who has build and sold companies across India and US.
✨ How did Indian startups conquer 2024? What's next in AI, fintech, and EdTech? Find out in this special year-end podcast with Prime Venture Partners' top voices: Sanjay Swamy, Amit Somani, Shripati Acharya & Brij Bhushan
It's time for us to retire the term “Direct-to-Consumer” or D2C. The phrase is, anyway, a bit long in the tooth, having been used since the days of the dot-com boom.D2C used to mean selling directly to end customers, rather than selling through retailers or other middlemen. In theory, selling directly to consumers would allow a company to offer both lower prices and maintain higher margins (since it didn't have to pay commissions to middlemen), having better products sustained through a faster innovation cycle and the ability to sell products through evolving brand stories instead of merely price.In reality though, few brands are even remotely D2C. For instance, 82% of Boat's sales come via Amazon and Flipkart, with only 2% selling directly to consumers. The dependence on kiranas, distributors and modern retail has merely been replaced with a dependence on Amazon, Flipkart or Quick Commerce companies.Large and “traditional” FMCG companies, which were once acquirers of D2C startups, have sobered up. Their acquisitions haven't really scaled up well, even as they've figured out how to compete with D2Cs. As a result, the acquisition premium for D2C startups has plummeted from the peak during the post-pandemic days. In some cases even a 50% discount from the peak isn't leading to deals.In terms of categories, electronics has scale, but profits have plummeted. In skincare, there is also a downward spiral of competition and price pressure. A good example is Mamaearth, which is now paying the price on the stock markets.In terms of competition, the likes of Meesho, Fire-Boltt, Boult, Noise etc., are pushing prices dramatically lower. What is a differentiating factor? It's hard to say right now. The entire category looks like a turnstile with a 2-3 year cycle.What is the way out? What should modern brands do to build lasting and sustainable brands? How should they cultivate consumer loyalty and connections? What should they even be called?Welcome to episode 22 of Two by Two.In this episode, hosts Rohin Dharmakumar and Praveen Gopal Krishnan are joined by Deepak Shahdadpuri, managing director and founder of DSG Consumer Partners–India and Southeast Asia's first consumer-focused venture capital fund. We also had Ajai Thandi, co-founder of Sleepy Owl Coffee and Seetharaman G, deputy editor at The Ken and resident expert on all things retail joining in for the discussion.This is a short excerpt from a more than hour-long episode.The full episode is exclusively available on The Ken app with a Premium subscription and on Apple Podcasts via a separate standalone subscription.There is also a free Two by Two newsletter. You can sign up for it here.------Additional reading:Boat, Noise unleashed cheap smartwatches on India. Rivals hurt them with dirt-cheap onesMamaearth sold investors on its FMCG dreams. Consumers had other plans------If you've been a regular listener of Two by Two, consider following the show wherever you get your podcasts and leave us a rating too. You can also write to us at twobytwo@the-ken.com.This episode of Two by Two was produced by Hari Krishna. Rajiv CN did the mixing and mastering for this episode.We'll be back next Thursday with a new episode. See you then.
Category managers have shifted from routine e-commerce roles to powerful decision-makers in quick commerce. They now manage the limited shelf space in dark stores and decide which products get visibility on platforms like Instamart, Zepto, and Blinkit. Naturally, brands are aggressively courting them, with over 30,000 requests every month for just 150 slots. From hosting parties to taking them out for drinks, brands are pulling out all the stops. Meanwhile, category managers are urging brands to invest more in ads and marketing to stay competitive.Tune in.Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.Listen to the latest episode of Two by Two here
It has been about four months since Minutes, Flipkart's all new quick-commerce service was launched in Bangalore. But Flipkart isn't doing e-commerce the old fashioned way. It's not taking on the likes of Blinkit or Swiggy Instamart directly by promising speedy grocery deliveries. Instead, its big focus is electronics. It is a space that quick-commerce giants like Blinkit, Swiggy and Zepto – have all dipped their toes in. But Flipkart wants to take things to the next level. Like one Flipkart manager told The Ken, the company is trying to increase the width rather than the depth of the electronics category. The idea is to give more options to customers, but in limited quantities. But while it may not be taking on Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart directly, Flipkart does have another major challenger – Croma, India's second-largest electronics retailer. And courtesy a partnership with Big Basket, Croma is also getting into the quick commerce business. However, building the capability to deliver large electronics, that too in volume, is not an easy task. So how do they plan to do it? Tune.Listen to the latest episode of Two by Two hereDaybreak is now on WhatsApp at +918971108379. Text us and tell us what you thought of the episode!Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.Listen to the latest episode of Two by Two here
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On today's episode of LaunchPod, Jeff Wharton talks with Prabhath Nanisetty, Global Head of Industry for Retail Data, Technology, and Quick Commerce at Snowflake, about how his career started from working as an engineer at Proctor and Gamble where he transitioned into product and worked his way up to leadership at P&G, InfoScout/Numerator, and Snowflake. We got Prabhath's take on: Why it's not the model, it's the inputs you use to get the model that's important why you have to dig into the core details of the most important inputs How to look beyond just ROI to what really drives the business The packaging lesson every product manager should know Why honing his product skills at P&G, where PM was invented, set him up for his whole career Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prabhathnanisetty/ Leadership Spotlight: Bottling the benefits of failure, with Prabhath Nanisetty: https://blog.logrocket.com/product-management/leader-spotlight-prabhath-nanisetty/ References Run product like sales runs sales with Justin Anovick: https://youtu.be/QIF0qpr1G_8 Follow LogRocket on TikTok! Love LaunchPod and the rest of LogRocket's great content? Follow us on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@log.rocket) for interview clips, UX tutorials, and more! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket combines frontend monitoring, product analytics, and session replay to help software teams deliver the ideal product experience. Try LogRocket for free today. (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr)
Shares of Swiggy dropped 4% to 401 rupees on Wednesday as the food delivery and quick commerce startup concluded India's second-largest IPO this year, in a closely watched debut that puts it in direct comparison with what analysts have long considered the benchmark Indian internet stock: Zomato. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Zomato planning to raise 8,500 crore rupees again. This comes just three years after its grand IPO where it had raised almost the same amount. The company's stock prices have doubled in the last ten months. Interestingly, this fundraise is going to be through a qualified investment placement or QIP when a listed company raises capital from domestic markets without the need to submit any pre-issue filings to market regulators. Only qualified institutional investors are allowed to participate in this kind of a fundraise. All this just as rival Swiggy is prepping for its IPO. And the quick-commerce trio—Blinkit, Instamart, and Zepto are gearing up to expand beyond the metros and into smaller cities. Plus new, deep-pocketed companies like Reliance Retail and Flipkart are also joining into the race. In a letter to shareholders, founder and CEO Deepinder Goyal wrote that the fundraise is intended to ensure a “level playing field with competitors who continue to raise additional capital” and to “strengthen its balance sheet”. There was no mention of how the funds would be used.At first, this seems like Zomato declaring war in the quick-commerce space. Some analysts believe it could be a move to show the market that it has a balance sheet that is the “strongest of all.But is that all there is to it?Daybreak is now on WhatsApp at +918971108379. Text us and tell us what you thought of the episode!Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.
First, we talk to Indian Express' Damini Nath about the second version of the Swachh Bharat Mission, which is called Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0. It focuses on making cities garbage free under which its main target is clearing legacy landfills.Next, Indian Express' Divya A talks to us about Overseas Citizens of India or OCI cardholders. Some of the OCI cardholders had recently raised a concern regarding the rules and regulations that they need to follow on their visits to India. She explains who all fall under the ambit of OCI, its benefits, restrictions and more. (7:15)And in the end, we talk about how quick commerce sites like Zomato, Blinkit, Swiggy and Myntra use AI for enhancing consumer experience. (18:50)Hosted, written and produced by Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
Speakers:– Felix Lutter, Head of Retail Innovation at Just Eat Takeaway.com– Ayman Kaheel, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer at BreadfastHost: Tomasz Grynkiewicz, Head of Growth at NetguruThis session was a part of Disruption Forum Future of Retail.
India's biggest quick commerce players — Blinkit, Instamart, and Zepto — are on a mission. They are frantically hunting for properties they can convert into dark stores. Dark stores are an integral part of any quick commerce strategy. Especially now, that the lines between quick commerce and e-commerce are very quickly blurring. People aren't just ordering pantry staples anymore. They are also placing orders for high value goods like headphones and full blown air conditioners. So, dark stores have to cater to these evolving needs. And things are even more heated now that Walmart-backed Flipkart and Amazon have entered the quick commerce race.All that hype adds up to a mad dash for real estate, especially in tier-2 cities like Lucknow and Jaipur in north India and Nagpur in central India. And the unlikely winners in all of this are property owners and local brokers. Tune in. Why do women freeze their eggs? Take the survey here.Don't forget to send us your recommendation for this Thursday's Unwind segment. The theme is “your favourite murder mystery.” Send them to us on WhatsApp as a voice note or as a text message. The number is +9189711-08379. Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.
In the competitive world of online grocery shopping, BigBasket is a name that stands out.But how did they get here?By 2011, smartphones were everywhere, and you could buy almost anything online—except groceries. The co-founders decided to try the grocery game online again, leading to the birth of BigBasket.In 2015, BigBasket pioneered the dark store model, using small, strategically placed warehouses to speed up deliveries and roll out express delivery services. In May 2021, Tata Digital, a subsidiary of Tata Sons, acquired a 64% stake in stake in BigBasket for about $1.5-2 billion from major shareholders, including Alibaba and Actis.In this episode of Neon Show, Vipul Parekh, the visionary co-founder of BigBasket, shares his invaluable insights and experiences from his entrepreneurial journey. Vipul shares candid insights on the recent disruption in the online grocery space with the rise of quick commerce.----------------Timestamp00:00 Introduction01:14 Reflections on building BigBasket for 13 years02:21 Admitting wrong predictions about online grocers03:25 Analysis of online grocery delivery changes in India05:30 Factors behind quick commerce success in India07:45 Quick Commerce's success in India vs. other countries09:22 Profitability challenges for dark stores11:52 BigBasket's market share and transition plans13:06 Leveraging Tata Group synergies in retail15:36 Shift in household behaviour towards quick commerce21:53 Why India doesn't have its own Walmart-equivalent23:15 Learnings from Big Basket28:22 Tata's long-term approach to business30:04 BigBasket founders' future involvement31:47 Lessons from Tata33:00 Implementing financial governance at BigBasket36:08 Trillion-dollar question39:49 Potential for $100B Indian Startups45:18 Building financial independence through startups49:15 Hard work Vs Luck52:20 Vipul's background 55:40 Time in Wipro and meeting VS Sudhakar-------------Hi, I am your host Siddhartha! I have been an entrepreneur from 2012-2017 building two products AddoDoc and Babygogo. After selling my company to SHEROES, I and my partner Nansi decided to start up again. But we felt unequipped in our skillset in 2018 to build a large company. We had known 0-1 journeys from our startups but lacked the experience of building 1-10 journeys. Hence was born The Neon Show (Earlier 100x Entrepreneur) to learn from founders and investors, the mindset to scale yourself and your company. This quest still keeps us excited even after 5 years and doing 200+ episodes.We welcome you to our journey to understand what goes behind building a super successful company. Every episode is done with a very selfish motive, that I and Nansi should come out as a better entrepreneur and professional after absorbing the learnings.-------------Check us out on:Website: https://neon.fund/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theneonshoww/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beneon/Twitter: https://x.com/TheNeonShoww-------------Looking to build a differentiated tech startup with a 10X better solution? Prime is the high conviction, high support investor you need. With its fourth fund of $120M, Prime actively works with star teams to accelerate building great companies.To know more, visit https://primevp.in/-------------This video is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the individuals quoted and do not constitute professional advice.Send us a text
This week on Equity, the podcast crew discusses several weird things and at least one cool thing.Kirsten Korosec, Devin Coldewey, and Rebecca Bellan first talked about the least weird thing of the week, how nice it is that Cohere co-founder Nick Frosst has a band that people really like.Then we get weird. First the good weird: a helmet that squeezes your head, but for a really good reason. It prevents hair loss from chemotherapy. Devin covered Luminate's latest fundraise and news, and everyone was pleased that money was going to a startup that may really be helping people feel better about themselves during a difficult time. The company is hoping to improve at-home care as well.Next, Kirsten explained the weird phenomenon of Flink, the “quick commerce” startup that just recently was rumored to be on the block for about $106 million, instead raising $115 million. Quite a turnaround! But as the team discusses, it may be that investors see the possibility that the “tumultuous time” for this sector is ending and Flink may have a good grip on the German market. Still…Then the weirdness begins in earnest. Rebecca is at the “Principled Business Summit,” aimed at “reclaiming capitalism” from, apparently, itself. She is getting mixed messages from the crowd and the content, which seems to combine enthusiasm for doing the right thing with some fringe tendencies to do… other things.And weirdest of all, autonomous trucking startup TuSimple's pivot to… AI-generated animation and video games. What?! Though there is some overlap between simulation and animation/gaming, it's a wild and unexpected change for the company, and a lot of shareholders are not going for it. Apparently the new division is working on another adaptation of “The Three-Body Problem,” so that's good… but what about the $450 million they were going to spend on trucks? That conflict is playing out before our eyes. Press play, and catch up!Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Wednesday and Friday. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts. You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.
Welcome to the Retail Media Moguls podcast, hosted by Stuart Adamson and brought to you by Platform 195. In this special compilation episode, we close our second season with conversations with five industry leaders who have shared their invaluable insights, expertise, and predictions on the ever-evolving landscape of retail media. Join us as we explore the strategies and innovations shaping the future of retail advertising.
Flink, a quick-commerce startup out of Berlin that was an acquisition target of Gorillas, Getir, Amazon, and Gopuff, is spelling out how it plans to go forth on its own. TechCrunch has exclusively learned that the company has raised $150 million, which it will use to double down on business in Germany and the Netherlands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Last month, a Twitter post a Bengaluru-based IT professional about getting a laptop delivered from Flipkart went viral on social. The reason? Flipkart's quick delivery arm called Minutes that went live in select cities had delivered it to him at a Starbucks cafe in 13 minutes.But Minutes is Flipkart's third attempt at quick delivery. And the real test is actually around the corner when the Big Billion Days sale goes live at the end of this month. During the sale, daily order volumes usually go up by nearly 140%, which makes delivery delays unavoidable. Flipkart's delivery partners who work with its logistics and supply-chain arm, Ekart Logistics, are stretched thin. And now its going to get even more challenging because Flipkart is going use the same delivery personnel for Minutes.Not only is Ekart going to help Flipkart with quick delivery, it is also supposed to be helping it manage its dark stores. Can Flipkart finally strike the right balance between its e commerce and quick commerce business?Tune in.Don't forget to send us your recommendation for this Thursday's Unwind segment. The theme is “comfort food at your fav spot in the city.” Send them to us on WhatsApp as a voice note or as a text message. The number is +9189711-08379. Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.
In der Corona-Zeit schossen sie in den Besserverdiener-Vierteln der deutschen Großstädte wie Pilze aus dem Boden – Bringdienste mit Namen wie Getir, Gorillas oder Flink, die mit dem Versprechen angetreten sind, über eine App zusammengeklickte Supermarkt-Artikel in weniger als 10 Minuten mit Fahrradkurieren bis zur Haustür zu liefern. Dieses Geschäftsmodell, das trotz der gnadenlosen AusbeutungWeiterlesen
Next in Media spoke with Daniel Folkman, Gopuff's SVP of business, about the company's growing footprint in the ad business despite the fact that he thinks there are way too many retail media networks.Takeaways:• Business Overview and Evolution: Gopuff started over 10 years ago, focusing on delivering convenience products like snacks and drinks. It has since evolved to carry over 5,000 SKUs, including groceries, home essentials, and alcohol. • Target Customer Demographics: Gopuff's primary demographic is 18-35 year olds, with a strong focus on young parents. • Sustainable Business Model: The company uses its funds to build infrastructure, technology, and fulfillment centers, focusing on long-term sustainability rather than short-term customer acquisition.• Retail Media and Advertising: Gopuff entered the retail media space with its own advertising platform, which leverages the company's unique selling points: instant delivery, a young and targeted demographic, and specialized consumer data. • In-house Ad Platform: Gopuff decided to build its ad platform internally to maintain control over its unique consumer data and optimize targeting. • Future of Retail Media: The company sees consolidation challenges in the retail media space, arguing that many current retail media networks are not sustainable long-term. • Customer-Centric Advertising: Gopuff focuses on delivering ads that feel like relevant content rather than spam. This strategy aims to enhance user experience while also improving ad performance and profitability. Guest: Daniel FolkmanHost: Mike ShieldsSponsored by: Acast & Precise TVProduced by: FEL Creative
welcome to wall-e's tech briefing for friday, august 9th! today's top tech stories: anduril industries secures major funding: the defense startup raises $1.5 billion in series f round, reaching a $14 billion valuation, to boost hiring, expand infrastructure, and enhance supply chain processes. palantir & microsoft partnership: palantir shares rise 11% following the announcement of a strategic partnership with microsoft to provide secure cloud, analytics, and ai solutions for u.s. defense and intelligence agencies. amazon's quick-commerce challenges in india: while the quick-commerce market in india grows at 125% annually, amazon lags behind competitors like blinkit, zepto, and swiggy's instamart, raising questions about missed opportunities. uk investigation into amazon's investment in anthropic: the competition and markets authority investigates amazon's $4 billion investment in anthropic for potential anti-competition concerns. cybersecurity win against ransomware: six companies are saved from ransomware demands due to coding errors identified by security researcher vangelis stykas in the ransomware gangs' web infrastructure, exposing vulnerabilities and obtaining decryption keys. stay tuned for tomorrow's tech updates!
Welcome to the Retail Media Moguls podcast, hosted by Stuart Adamson and brought to you by Platform 195. Our host Stuart Adamson sits down with Greg Deacon, Vice President of Retail Media, Groups & Business Development at Snappy Shopper, to explore the intersection of quick commerce and retail media in the convenience sector.
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