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Guenther Steiner is one of Formula 1's most recognisable team bosses, building Haas from nothing and becoming known for his straight-talking approach to leadership. He joins us to reflect on ambition, pressure, and knowing when it's time to walk away, as well as discuss his new position as CEO of MotoGP team Red Bull KTM Tech3.Guenther opens up about his final years at Haas, admitting he stayed around two years too long, and how he knew the belief was gone when he could no longer see a path to a podium. He also reveals the moment he discovered he'd been sacked, and why it brought an unexpected sense of relief.He shares the thinking that built Haas and how he's applying the same principles to his new chapter in MotoGP with Tech3. This is a candid conversation about ambition, identity, and knowing when to let go.Learn more about Red Bull KTM Tech3: https://motogp.tech3racing.fr/index.phpRevolut Business
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, The government steps up its electronics manufacturing push as ECMS clears Rs 7,877 crore of projects, while India's quick-commerce market crosses 9.5 million daily orders. Canva is expanding its AI and enterprise ambitions in India, now its fourth-largest market, and Zetwerk moves closer to its IPO with a Rs 2,600-crore fresh issue, an OFS and a DRHP that highlights both improving operating performance and key risks.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, India's IT services firms are facing margin pressure as AI-driven deflation and tougher client negotiations push discounts higher. Meta's advertising systems come under NHRC scrutiny over allegations involving paid promotion of sexually explicit content. Meanwhile, festive hiring is picking up, with quick commerce expected to lead temporary recruitment. And Zetwerk moves closer to its IPO with plans to raise Rs 2,600 crore through a fresh issue, alongside an OFS by existing shareholders.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Infra.Market takes an unusual route to the public markets by merging with listed Shalimar Paints, while SBI Mutual Fund raises its stake in Urban Company. Meanwhile, Mirae Asset and Bluehill.VC add fresh capital to India's startup ecosystem, with AI, deeptech and advanced manufacturing in focus. Tamil Nadu announces over Rs 1 lakh crore in investment commitments, while Mamaearth parent Honasa Consumer reports a 119% jump in Q1 profit.
In this episode of Tech3, we look at N Chandrasekaran's decision to step down as Tata Sons chairman and what it could mean for TCS, Tata Digital and the group's newer bets. We also track Accel's $550 million India fund, Cursor's plans for its first India office and Lenskart's sharp rise in quarterly profit, driven by stronger revenue growth, higher eye tests and a modest increase in average selling prices.
In Today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we look at quick commerce players expanding into premium and gourmet groceries to drive bigger baskets, and how AI is changing the way IT companies structure project billing. We also unpack Mark Zuckerberg's latest push for open AI models and his vision for widely distributed AI agents. And finally, Bengaluru commuters face higher auto fares as the city's bike-taxi crackdown pushes more riders towards app-based autos.
In Today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we look at the growing AI funding wave in India, with Mstack AI and Simplismart in talks for fresh capital. We also break down how a possible UPI MDR could add costs for e-commerce platforms, brokers and merchants. Plus, we explore the emerging clipping economy and the copyright questions around it, and Meta's new open-weight AI model Muse Glimmer and Mark Zuckerberg's push for open weights
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we discuss how India is set to have three commercial small launch vehicles by the end of 2027, why the food delivery battle is heating up with challengers like Ownly and Flipkart, what OpenAI's Marc Manara says about Indian startups prioritising AI costs earlier than their Silicon Valley peers, and how athleisure startup BlissClub has raised Rs 160 crore to fuel its next phase of growth.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, India's IT companies are hiring freshers again, but this time they're looking for AI-ready talent instead of following the old mass-hiring model. We also explain how the return of UPI merchant charges could earn PhonePe, Paytm and Google Pay hundreds of crores, why Girish Mathrubootham's Together Fund is raising a new $170 million AI-focused fund, and how Karnataka is exploring a partnership with Anthropic to bring AI into governance, education and public services while keeping government data within the state.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Skyroot Aerospace flips the traditional fundraising playbook by inviting investors to bid for its next round at a $2 billion valuation. River Mobility secures India's biggest private EV funding round this year, raising $120 million to expand manufacturing and retail. We also explain why SBI and other banks could be the biggest beneficiaries if UPI merchant charges return, and why Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg apologised to the Indian government over content moderation lapses as regulatory scrutiny intensifies. Plus, a quick look at PB Fintech's strong first-quarter earnings.
India's startup IPO market is entering a new phase, where public investors are demanding more realistic valuations and smaller fundraises. We explain what it means for the next wave of tech IPOs. Plus, the rate that is likely on UPI MDR transactions. Also in this episode: Nykaa reports a blockbuster Q1 with profit more than tripling as beauty and fashion both gain momentum. The Indian government summons Meta's global team over concerns around child safety, platform accountability and content moderation.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we explain why India's unicorn club is shrinking as investors prioritise profitability over sky-high valuations, how the closure of Paytm Payments Bank has unexpectedly strengthened Paytm's path to profitability, why IT companies are trimming bench sizes in the AI era, and how Ather Energy delivered its strongest quarter since listing by turning EBITDA positive and sharply narrowing losses.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, outgoing Infosys CEO Salil Parekh reflects on his nine-year journey and explains why he believes the company is ready for the AI era. We also bring you Moneycontrol's exclusive on Style Union's planned ₹400-500 crore fundraise, why Urban Company is prioritising InstaHelp over near-term profits, and whether the recent rally in Indian IT stocks marks the beginning of a structural comeback or just a relief rally.
In today's episode of Moneycontrol's Tech3 Podcast, we unpack the biggest stories from India's startup and technology ecosystem. Here's what's on the show: Zepto hits pause on its IPO and instead prepares to raise over ₹1,000 crore in a pre-IPO funding round. "India can't become a digital colony" — Sarvam AI co-founder Vivek Raghavan explains why India needs its own full-stack AI ecosystem as the startup unveils plans for a trillion-parameter foundation model. Swiggy vs Zepto: The quick commerce rivalry moves beyond discounts and delivery speeds as Swiggy questions Zepto's choice of growth metrics while outlining Instamart's next phase under new CEO Nandita Sinha. UPI's privacy dilemma: Why NPCI wants payment apps to mask users' mobile numbers—and the trade-offs between privacy, convenience and fraud prevention. Tune in for all this and more on Tech3, Moneycontrol's daily podcast covering the latest in startups, technology, AI and venture capital.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Rapido's Ownly emerges as the first serious challenger to the Swiggy-Zomato duopoly with its zero-commission food delivery model. We also explain why Swiggy picked former Myntra CEO Nandita Sinha to lead Instamart, why the government has asked Google to remove offline messaging apps including Bitchat, Briar and Bridgefy, and what Cognizant's latest earnings and guidance say about enterprise AI spending and the outlook for the global IT sector.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why the government is continuing to press Meta over the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video, Swiggy Instamart's appointment of former Myntra CEO Nandita Sinha to lead its quick commerce business, why venture capital firms are taking longer than ever to reach a final fund close, and how NPCI's upcoming privacy changes will make UPI payments more secure by masking phone numbers and promoting username-based UPI IDs.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why Zepto's investors are testing appetite for a lower IPO valuation, Temple's rare pre-launch ESOP buyback at nearly double its last valuation, what Ashiss Kumar Dash's appointment as Infosys CEO-designate means for the company's AI journey, and why IIT Madras Director V. Kamakoti believes multiple NEET sessions could help prevent future exam paper leaks.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Infosys naming Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO-designate and what the leadership transition means as the company doubles down on AI. We also look at why venture capital firms continue to back premium consumer brands, the pushback from smaller UPI apps against NPCI's proposed UPI Meta protocol, and why TCS has asked employees at its Delhi campus to temporarily work from its Noida and Gurugram offices amid student protests.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Eternal's June quarter earnings as quick commerce competition intensifies, explain why enterprise AI startup Ema is in talks to raise $80 million, look at Paytm's renewed push for Postpaid through UPI credit lines, and explore how the Greater Bengaluru Authority plans to use AI to modernise civic services and integrate citizen databases.
In today's episode, India's listed startups are raising over Rs 25,000 crore through QIPs instead of returning to private markets. We explain why institutional fundraising is becoming the preferred route after IPOs. Plus, why Narayana Murthy's family office is doubling down on manufacturing, what Skyroot's success says about India's deeptech funding landscape, Cognizant's potential billion-dollar healthcare deal, and why Forward Deployed Engineers are emerging as India's highest-paid AI professionals.
In this episode of Tech3, we unpack Skyroot Aerospace's next big ambition after its landmark orbital launch, why the government believes India has crossed the "psychological bridge" in semiconductors, what India's top IT companies are saying about demand, AI and hiring in Q2, and why investors are backing medicine delivery startup Plazza as quick commerce expands beyond groceries.
In today's episode of Moneycontrol Tech3, we break down how Norges and Motilal Oswal are shaping Zepto's IPO anchor book, why venture capital is pouring into India's AI startup ecosystem, what Google DeepMind's Manish Gupta means when he says India needs more startups like Sarvam AI and Emergent, and why MakeMyTrip has confidentially filed for a billion-dollar-plus India IPO.
In today's episode of Moneycontrol Tech3, we break down the Centre's new semiconductor strategy as it plans to take equity stakes in chip startups under the Rs 1.27 lakh crore India Semiconductor Mission 2.0. We also unpack the June quarter results of Wipro and Tech Mahindra, look at Bengaluru's new mandatory counselling sessions for traffic rule-violating gig workers, and explain why Ather Energy's Rs 1,300 crore QIP has attracted bids worth over Rs 10,000 crore.
On this episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol we unpack how Groww has overtaken Angel One to become India's largest commodities derivatives platform, the government unveils a ₹1.28 lakh-crore India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, and AI startup Emergent joins Sarvam AI in the country's exclusive unicorn club. Plus, why crypto futures now dominate trading volumes, and the risks retail investors may be overlooking.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the ICC's reported first-ever startup investment in gaming company LightFury Games and what it could mean for cricket gaming. We also look at Zepto's premium grocery push with Zepto Select, Elevation Capital's new $500 million India-focused AI fund, and why TCS employees are still waiting for clarity on FY27 promotions even as the company prepares to relaunch its AI-focused Wings upskilling programme.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down HCLTech's June quarter earnings, its Rs 3,500 crore data centre investment and hiring trends. We also look at Flipkart's planned Rs 700 crore Shadowfax stake sale, why the average UPI payment is shrinking as merchant transactions surge, MeitY's push for common username rules across messaging platforms, and why ITC Infotech has emerged as the frontrunner to acquire Happiest Minds.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why TCS says AI may be the future of IT, but not yet a predictable revenue engine. We also look at Cactus Technology Solutions winning the Centre's AI procurement platform contract, how the FIFA World Cup is driving strong footfalls at multiplexes, and why Zetwerk's SEBI approval brings the manufacturing startup a step closer to its IPO.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the Re 1 home services battle as Pronto, Snabbit and Urban Company's Insta Help spend aggressively to win customers. We also break down TCS' Q1 results and why AI is becoming the company's biggest growth engine, explain why Groww is introducing regular mutual funds alongside direct plans, and look at Fundamentum Partnership's new Rs 2,200 crore Fund III, anchored by Nandan Nilekani, with a sharp focus on AI application startups.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we explain why domestic mutual funds are steadily increasing their stakes in Swiggy and Eternal, and what it could mean for the companies' quick commerce ambitions. We also bring you Xpressbees co-founder Amitava Saha's response to Delhivery's view on the future of India's logistics sector, look at how India has become the world's largest retail GCC hub, and unpack PhonePe's latest leadership reshuffle with Srijon Biswas taking over as CTO and co-founder Rahul Chari moving into an expanded Chief Product and Technology Officer role.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we explain why Indian enterprises are increasingly choosing Chinese AI models like DeepSeek and Qwen over their US rivals. We also unpack Swiggy's move closer to Indian-owned company status and what it could mean for Instamart, look at Flipkart's latest ESOP buyback that values the company at $38.2 billion, and discuss Cult.fit's IPO plans. Plus, a quick update on Bengaluru-based spacetech startup GalaxEye, which has lost contact with its maiden Earth observation satellite, Mission Drishti, after a geomagnetic solar storm.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Rapido co-founder Aravind Sanka explains why he believes India's food delivery market needs 100 million users and how the company plans to get there. We also preview what to expect from the Q1 earnings season for India's IT majors, unpack the government's growing scrutiny of Big Tech platform design, and explain why Apple is restoring credit and debit card payments for App Store and iCloud purchases in India after a five-year gap
Europe's struggling auto industry is emerging as an unexpected headwind for Indian IT, with engineering giants like KPIT, LTTS and Tata Elxsi feeling the impact of delayed projects and cautious client spending. We explain why this matters for the broader tech services sector. Plus, MeitY launches a series of high-profile actions involving Meta, Tata Electronics and Chinese-linked e-rickshaw apps, signalling tougher regulatory oversight across cybersecurity, online safety and national security. We also look at CRED's leadership transition as interim CEO Miten Sampat says the fintech is profitable, well-capitalised and focused on growth after Kunal Shah's move to WhatsApp. And finally, HCLTech lands a massive $1.14 billion AI transformation deal, highlighting the next phase of enterprise AI adoption.
In today's episode of MC Tech3, we bring you four big stories shaping India's technology and startup ecosystem. Skyroot Aerospace announces the launch window for Vikram-1, India's first private orbital mission. Flipkart reveals that AI now generates nearly 40 percent of its code as it builds e-commerce-focused large language models. Sparrow Capital closes a Rs 475 crore third fund to back early-stage startups with bigger bets. And Meta introduces token-based pricing for AI-powered business services on WhatsApp from August 1.
WhatsApp is rolling out usernames globally, marking one of the biggest changes to the messaging app in years. But the feature has also raised questions around privacy, impersonation and scams, with the Indian government reportedly reviewing the rollout. We explain what the new system means for users. Also in this episode, PhysicsWallah's latest incentive programme is encouraging newly hired teachers to do more than just teach—they could earn up to ₹15 lakh by referring top-performing JEE and NEET students. We look at why the policy is attracting attention across India's coaching industry. Also, Virat Kohli-backed Agilitas is in talks to acquire Yuvraj Singh-backed Sports365, a move that could strengthen its ambitions in India's fast-growing sports retail market. Finally, KPIT Technologies saw its shares tumble nearly 16 percent after the company lowered its revenue growth guidance for the financial year, setting off concerns for other ER and D firms such as Tata Technologies and Tata E
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Amazon steps up its quick commerce play with one of its biggest customer acquisition campaigns yet, while Oyo returns to the IPO market with a revamped strategy and a cleaner balance sheet. We also look at the growing pains behind India's booming influencer economy, Swish's fresh fundraising talks, and hear directly from Persistent Systems CEO Sandeep Kalra and CFO Vinit Teredesai on the Nagarro acquisition, investor concerns and the company's global growth plans.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, platform companies including Swiggy, Zepto and Urban Company challenge Karnataka's Gig Workers Act in the High Court. We also unpack Persistent Systems' EUR 1.27 billion acquisition of Nagarro, Zerodha's move into investment banking, the government's warning on the use of AI tools in official work, and how Prosus' India business grew in FY26 with PayU turning EBITDA positive.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announces a fresh $13 billion investment in India, taking the company's planned investments between 2026 and 2030 to $48 billion as it doubles down on AI, cloud and quick commerce. We also unpack the AI-led acquisition spree reshaping India's IT industry, revisit Kunal Shah's prolific journey as one of the country's most active angel investors before taking charge of WhatsApp, and explain how SEBI's proposed advertising code could change the rules for finance influencers with large social media followings.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Meta's decision to put Kunal Shah at the helm of WhatsApp highlights just how important India has become to the messaging giant's future. We also look at why Amazon and Flipkart are taking their quick commerce battle beyond metros and into smaller cities, SEBI's proposal to classify influencers with over five lakh followers as celebrities, and the latest leadership shake-up at Swiggy Instamart as competition in quick commerce intensifies.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we discuss why Kunal Shah's move to WhatsApp feels like a full-circle moment and what Meta expects from the Cred founder. We also look at India's AI hiring boom despite fears of disruption, why crypto exchanges are betting on tokenised US stocks, and why Infosys chairman Nandan Nilekani believes AI will amplify, not replace, IT services companies. Tune in for all this and more from the world of startups and technology.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, our scoop confirmed: Meta is investing around $900 million Cred and Cred's founder, Kunal Shah, will take over as global CEO of WhatsApp. We also unpack Sebi's new GARUDA framework that promises faster launches for venture capital funds and angel investors. They also discuss the five contenders shortlisted for the government's AI-powered tender drafting platform, why Big Tech hiring in India is becoming more selective despite continued growth, and Moneycontrol's report on Nandan Nilekani-backed Fundamentum Partnership preparing a new fund with a target corpus of Rs 1,800 crore to Rs 2,500 crore as investor appetite for growth-stage startups shows signs of returning.
In today's episode of Moneycontrol Tech3, we discuss how a weakening rupee is making fundraising tougher for Indian VCs, and why domestic capital is becoming more important. They also unpack L'Oréal's acquisition of Innovist, a deal first reported by Moneycontrol. Plus, Indian deeptech startups find customers and partners in Europe at Bharat Innovates 2026, Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda outlines his governance priorities, and the AI talent war heats up with Google DeepMind veteran Noam Shazeer heading to OpenAI.
In today's episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, we unpack how PhonePe and Google Pay's combined UPI market share has slipped below 80% for the first time as smaller rivals gain ground. We also look at Bengaluru's position as Asia's third-largest startup ecosystem, now valued at nearly $153 billion. Plus, Starlink's India launch faces fresh regulatory and security scrutiny, while Telegram moves the Delhi High Court against the Centre's temporary restriction ahead of the NEET-UG retest.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack two exclusive interviews with HCLTech CEO C Vijayakumar and Sarvam AI founders Vivek Raghavan and Pratyush Kumar on sovereign AI, enterprise agents, and the hunt for AI superstar talent. We also discuss how Groww, Zerodha, Angel One and Upstox are preparing to bring US stock investing to millions of Indian users, why Telegram has been temporarily blocked ahead of the NEET re-examination, and the leadership transition at BigBasket as quick commerce competition continues to intensify.
Dre Harrison, Lewis Duncan and Pete McLaren host the latest edition of the Crash MotoGP Podcast.On this week's episode, the overarching story is the fact that MotoGP's Concorde Agreement is on the brink of being officially signed off, and discussed is what that means for the sport going forward. This includes marketing promises, rider announcements incoming and only a small amount of financial compensation for the teams taking part. Is this viable for the sport in the long-term?There's also a one-bike rule for garages coming in 2027, and Tech3 owner and former F1 boss Guenther Steiner has spoken out firmly against the issue. Is it a good change for the sport? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, a major Moneycontrol scoop gets officially confirmed as Sarvam raises $234 million and enters the unicorn club at a $1.5 billion valuation. We unpack why Anthropic's recent restrictions have reignited the sovereign AI debate and what it means for India's AI ambitions. We also look at venture capital's renewed interest in consumer startups, why IT firms are rethinking AI strategies after the Anthropic episode, and Razorpay's confidential IPO filing as India's startup listing pipeline continues to gather momentum.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we decode the gaps in Zepto's IPO filing and the key metrics investors are still looking for. We also look at why UPI growth is slowing despite rising transaction volumes, how Cognizant's removal from the Nasdaq-100 reflects the AI-driven shift in global tech markets, and why investors are betting on consumer AI startup Equal AI with a fresh $30 million funding round.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we look at Flipkart's latest AI-focused leadership hiring spree as it gears up for the next phase of growth and a future IPO. We also track major investor exits at Lenskart and Meesho, where early backers are turning paper gains into cash through large block deals. Plus, Anthropic reverses course after criticism over restrictions in its new AI model, and Bengaluru-based Ethereal Machines raises $28.5 million to expand manufacturing, semiconductors and industrial AI capabilities.
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, the government moves closer to launching one of India's largest cybersecurity audits, Cognizant says AI has helped uncover a $200 million sales pipeline hidden in employee interactions, GPUs are emerging as a new asset class for financing AI infrastructure, Meta partners with Reliance to build an AI-enabled data centre in Jamnagar, and Zoho makes its first major hardware push with the launch of its India-designed server, Nathu La.
In today's episode of Tech3, we unpack TCS Chairman N Chandrasekaran's comments on how AI could reshape hiring across India's IT industry, with the company expected to hire at a slower pace than before. We also look at Zepto's updated IPO filing and what its Rs 8,010 crore public issue reveals about the state of quick commerce. Plus, PhonePe and CRED are testing the return of credit-card rent payments under a new RBI-compliant model, and OpenAI confidentially files for an IPO while laying out its vision for the next phase of artificial intelligence.
(00:00:00) When Will The Title Race Heat Up? HungarianGP Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek (00:00:17) The Unexciting Championship Battle (00:02:45) Previewing the Hungarian GP (00:03:11) Support and Social Media (00:03:54) Tech3's Rider Strategy for 2027 (00:06:14) Balaton Park Circuit Overview (00:09:08) Favorites: The Top Contenders (00:14:29) Watch List: Riders to Watch (00:20:12) Hot Seat: Riders Under Pressure (00:25:48) Predictions for the Hungarian GP The top riders in the standings are separated by just 17 points - but is it really that exciting? I discuss whether the drama will spike this weekend as I preview the HungarianGP at Balaton Park!The Rundown:- Is the Title Race dramatic? Because it doesn't feel that way yet- HungarianGP! My Preview of Round 8 of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship- The Track - is this circuit an equalizer for manufacturers?- The Favorites - Aprilia is in charge - can Ducati come back?- The Watch List - How healthy is Marc? How healthy does he need to be?- The Hot Seat - VR46 is the focus, here.- The Picks! For the Sprint and the MotoGP RaceWho do you think will win in Hungary? Let me know! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!