startup ecosystem

AI giant Anthropic is seeking an "Applied AI Claude Evangelist" to champion its chatbot Claude among venture capitalists and startup founders. This pivotal role involves leading developer onboarding, creating technical content, and driving adoption through hands-on sessions and events, aiming to convert ecosystem relationships into active platform users.

Google is exploring significant investments in India, focusing on AI infrastructure and the local manufacturing of servers and drones. This marks a potential expansion beyond its current cloud and startup initiatives, following a substantial $15 billion investment announced for an AI hub in Visakhapatnam.

Google is exploring significant investments in India, potentially expanding beyond cloud and startup programs to include AI infrastructure and the manufacturing of servers and drones. This follows Google Cloud's substantial $15 billion investment announcement for an AI hub in Visakhapatnam, signaling a deeper commitment to India's technological advancement and hardware production.

Google for Startups and Antler India launched an AI-focused Immersion program for Indian startups with live products. Applications are open until May 22, 2026, for the two-phase hybrid program designed to enhance AI development and scaling. The initiative aims to equip founders and technical leaders with advanced AI tools and business strategies.

Indian-origin founders in the US outnumber those from China and Israel combined. The bigger story: many are joining hands with American co-founders to build better-funded, better-staffed companies

Chanakya National Law University has embarked on an exciting four-year partnership with Software Technology Parks of India. This collaboration will empower CNLU students and educators by connecting them to STPI's vast network, resulting in hands-on industry projects and invaluable mentorship opportunities.

Samsung R&D Institutes in Bangalore and Noida have launched the 2026 edition of Samsung Mobile Advance, a global startup program. This initiative offers up to $50,000 in grant funding with no equity for startups to develop Proof-of-Concepts in next-generation mobile technologies. The program aims to foster innovation and partnerships within Samsung's extensive mobile ecosystem.

At the forefront of innovation, IIT-Patna's COIL-D initiative is revolutionizing the landscape of multilingual AI through the ambitious BHASHINI program. By developing cutting-edge machine translation systems, this project aims to bridge the linguistic divides in India, cultivating an inclusive AI ecosystem that empowers individuals from various language backgrounds with accessible and user-friendly technology.

Tech giant Tencent is investing over Rs 100 million in India's Orange Economy, focusing on the AVGC sector. Through multi-year partnerships with SEPC and GDAI, Tencent will support talent development, startup growth, and ecosystem building. This initiative aims to train millions of professionals and position India as a global hub for gaming and interactive entertainment.

Kadapa is set to launch 'Startup Kadapa,' a pioneering project to foster youth entrepreneurship. Aiming to support 15,000 tech professionals working remotely, the initiative will establish a 30,000 sq ft hub. With ₹12 crore investment, it seeks to create a world-class ecosystem for over 50 startups in five years, driving innovation and growth.

Mistral AI co-founder Arthur Mensch warns Europe has a two-year window to build its own AI infrastructure or face long-term dependence on US tech giants. He emphasized that control over chips, energy, and computing power, not just software, will determine AI competitiveness, urging swift action to avoid becoming a "vassal state."

Bihar's government has adopted an ambitious Rs 72,901 crore borrowing strategy dedicated to enhancing development and streamlining administrative functions. This includes a groundbreaking initiative in collaboration with Singapore's GFTN to foster an AI ecosystem, set to empower thousands through training and bolster the startup landscape.

Prime Minister Modi warned that ongoing global conflicts and instability risk undoing decades of development and plunging populations into poverty. Addressing the Indian diaspora in The Hague, he emphasized the critical need for resilient and trusted global supply chains, highlighting India's cooperation with the Netherlands in this area. He also celebrated the diaspora's cultural preservation and India's recent economic transformation.

Three former Peak XV Partners managing directors are launching Mettle Capital. Ashish Agrawal, Ishaan Mittal, and Tejeshwi Sharma have formed an equal partnership. This structure is uncommon in Indian venture capital. The firm aims for transparency in governance and economics. Mettle Capital plans to invest in Series A and Series B startups. They are targeting a corpus of $350-400 million.

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi is in India to solidify investment plans amidst fierce competition from Rapido. He met with key ministers, discussing EV transitions and dark patterns, and was urged to submit audit reports. Khosrowshahi also highlighted a quadrupling of drivers on Uber's platform since 2022, signaling significant growth.

The Ministry of Education organised the Bharat Innovates 2026 pre-event roadshow in Paris, aimed at connecting Indian start-ups with global investors, universities and research institutions ahead of the main event scheduled in Nice, France from June 14 to 16. The initiative focuses on deep-tech innovation and international collaboration across key technology sectors.