VC stakes at risk, startups look at rejigging biz models

MUMBAI: For venture capital (VC) investors who have infused several million dollars into gaming startups, the sweeping ban on online real-money gaming (RMG) has put their investments at risk. Some investments could be written off and valuation markdowns look certain. “The real money gaming segment faces complete elimination, forcing investors to reassess their entire portfolios…

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Kyndryl to invest $2.25 bn in India, set up AI lab in Bengaluru

BENGALURU: IT infrastructure services provider Kyndryl said on Thursday it will invest $2.25 billion (around Rs 18,900 crore) in India over the next three years, expanding its operations and building an AI Innovation Lab in Bengaluru.The company said the commitment will support modernisation of technology infrastructure for enterprises, develop future-ready talent and contribute to the…

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BSNL capex boost: Government approves Rs 6,982 crore for BSNL in 2025; 4G network rollout to expand nationwide

The government has approved Rs 6,982 crore as additional capital expenditure (capex) support for BSNL in 2025, Parliament was informed on Thursday.The allocation is in addition to previous support of Rs 3.22 lakh crore provided to the state-run telecom firm through various tranches, including a Rs 69,000 crore revival package in 2019, Rs 1.64 lakh…

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Walmart Q2 results: Sales rise 4.6% as shoppers flock and e-commerce booms; Target lags amid tariff pressures

Walmart Inc. delivered robust second-quarter results on Thursday, showing its ability to attract shoppers and outperform rivals such as Target despite economic uncertainty and ongoing tariff pressures. The Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer reported a 4.6% increase in comparable sales for the quarter, driven by established stores and online channels, while raising its annual sales and profit…

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US central bank under scrutiny as Donald Trump criticizes Powell; Jackson Hole braces for high-stakes speech, why Fed independence matters

The battle over the independence of the US Federal Reserve has intensified, with President Donald Trump openly calling for the resignation of a governor, threatening to fire Chair Jerome Powell, and repeatedly pressuring the central bank to cut interest rates. The escalating confrontation has revived a long-running debate over why the Fed has historically been…

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India–Japan ties: Tokyo set to unveil 10 trillion yen investment plan; announcement expected during PM Modi’s trip

Japan is planning to announce a decade-long investment target worth 10 trillion yen ($68 billion) for India during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit later this month.The plan is seen as an upgrade of the five-year investment target set three years back, aiming to deepen economic ties as Japan and India step up efforts to promote…

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