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Indian IT Firms Ramp Up AI Hiring By 16% Even As Overall Tech Jobs Shrink
AI and machine learning jobs grew by 25% in 14 industries, according to a Naukri study.
Deeptech, AI cornered half of InfoEdge's startup bets in the last 12 months
Info Edge has channelled nearly half its startup investments over the past year into deeptech and AI, a shift from the consumer-tech bets that built Eternal and PB Fintech.
Can Info Edge find another Zomato?
With a remarkable track record in consumer technology, involving significant investments in AI and deep tech, Info Edge (India) presents a compelling narrative. But with emerging risks and uncertain cash flows, can it maintain its growth trajectory?
From Rs 4,900 crore to Rs 41,300 crore: How Sanjeev Bikhchandani turned 135 startups into a 743% return machine
Sanjeev Bikhchandani's Info Edge has achieved remarkable capital compounding, deploying Rs 4,900 crore across 135 startups since 2007, now valued at Rs 41,300 crore. Early bets on companies like Zomato and Policybazaar have transformed India's digital landscape. Info Edge's strategic investments in AI and deeptech, even before the global surge, are yielding significant returns, positioning India as a hub for globally relevant tech companies.
Info Edge shares in focus as AI portfolio doubles to Rs 1,268 crore; total holdings at Rs 41,300 crore
Info Edge shares will be in focus after the company reported its AI startup portfolio has more than doubled to Rs 1,268 crore from Rs 614 crore. Overall startup investments are valued at about Rs 41,300 crore, driven by strong gains in consumer tech and steady growth in deeptech bets.
Urban Harvest in talks to raise ₹300 crore at ₹1,500 crore valuation
The round is expected to include existing investors such as Info Edge, the family office of Mankind Pharma, and angel investor Sandeep Kapadia, among others.
AI Over Headcount: Tech-Driven Productivity Gain Is Slowing GCC Hiring, Says Naukri.Com Parent
Hiring across GCCs remains weak as enterprises increasingly rely on AI tools and automation to improve productivity.
Info Edge to invest ₹250 crore in fund to back growth-stage tech startups
The commitment will be made directly by Info Edge and/or through its wholly owned subsidiaries, in one or more tranches