The global venture capital landscape is buzzing with renewed vigor. The second quarter of 2025 saw a significant uptick in funding, with total investments climbing to an impressive $91 billion. This figure marks a healthy increase from the $82 billion recorded in the same quarter last year, signaling a robust recovery and a strong appetite […]

The global economy is on tenterhooks as the July 9 deadline set by United States President Donald Trump for dozens of countries to reach new trade deals approaches. Failure to comply means facing sharply higher tariffs, a move that could send fresh shockwaves through international commerce. This Wednesday’s deadline follows a 90-day pause on Trump’s […]

Today, the global business landscape is being reshaped by a confluence of critical developments spanning climate finance, geopolitical resilience, human rights, and energy transition. From a landmark investment by China in Brazil’s tropical forest preservation efforts to the European Union’s strategic stockpiling of critical minerals, and a pivotal human rights ruling on climate action, the […]

The global landscape continues to be shaped by a confluence of economic shifts, geopolitical maneuvering, and the persistent challenges of climate change and social dynamics. From the devastating impacts of natural disasters across Asia and Africa to the intricate dance of international diplomacy and the quiet rise of economic powerhouses, the world’s narrative is as […]

In a significant move reverberating across the global technology landscape, Microsoft has announced a fresh round of job cuts, impacting nearly 4% of its worldwide workforce. This decision, following a similar reduction of approximately 6,000 employees in May 2025, underscores the tech giant’s intensified focus on managing costs amidst soaring investments in artificial intelligence (AI) […]

In a significant development for the global liquefied natural gas (LNG) market and a testament to the robust execution of its projects, Venture Global LNG announced a major credit rating upgrade for its flagship Calcasieu Pass LNG export facility. S&P Global Ratings, one of the world’s leading independent credit rating agencies, has elevated the project’s […]

The global business landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by an unprecedented surge in Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption. A groundbreaking new report from Nasscom, titled ‘Enterprise Experiments with AI Agents – 2025 Global Trends,’ reveals that a staggering 88 percent of global enterprises now boast dedicated budgets for AI initiatives. This significant financial commitment […]

In a move set to further cement India’s position as a global innovation powerhouse, AstraZeneca, the renowned science-led biopharmaceutical company, has unveiled the expansion of its state-of-the-art Global Hub in Bangalore. This significant investment, totaling ₹166 crore (approximately $20 million USD), is far more than just a new building; it represents a strategic pivot towards […]

In a move set to reverberate across the global technology landscape, Chinese consumer electronics titan Xiaomi has announced an unprecedented commitment: a staggering 200 billion yuan (approximately US$28 billion) will be poured into research and development (R&D) between 2026 and 2030. This monumental investment, revealed by founder and CEO Lei Jun during a highly anticipated […]

Digital payments behemoth PhonePe has officially set its sights on the public markets, initiating its much-anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO) journey. The move marks a significant milestone for the company, poised to become one of India’s most prominent tech listings in recent memory. Sources close to the development revealed to CNBC-TV18 on Monday evening that […]