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How Gen Z Is Forcing a D2C Rethink: Design, Purpose, and Pricing Through the Lens of Venture Capital in India
June 30, 2025
Scroll. Swipe. Dismiss. Repeat. For India’s Gen Z, there’s no slow build—only an instant “yes” or “no.” In this world of reflexive browsing and exacting aesthetics, conventional D2C strategies are fraying at the edges. A generation steeped in algorithm-driven experiences and social consciousness demands that design, mission, and perceived worth
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The Rise of AI-Backed Due Diligence in Early-Stage Investing
June 26, 2025
Have you ever sat through a marathon due diligence process? Sifting through spreadsheets, reviewing decks, chasing data from founders, only to wonder if there’s a smarter, faster way? Imagine if, instead of weeks of manual toil, you had AI assistants scanning market signals, flagging risks, and surfacing insights in days
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The VC Trends Startup Founders Must Watch
June 25, 2025
Driven by its demographic advantage and rapid digital adoption, India is an attractive global investment destination. Heightened expectations and new responsibilities for founders accompany the increase in capital flow; however, the Indian VC scene presents multiple opportunities if founders and other stakeholders understand the evolving investment landscape. Its key features
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Top Mistakes D2C Startups Make While Scaling And How to Avoid Them
June 24, 2025
When it comes to scaling a Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) startup, it’s a challenging but exhilarating phase in the life of every brand. In the beginning, everything feels exciting when orders are picking up, DMs are filled with praise, and you’re even getting calls from Venture Capital firms. However, what many founders
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Beyond Ads: How Startup Funding Fuels D2C Growth via Communities
June 20, 2025
Some D2C brands seem to spread by “word of mouth” more than by flashy ads. Brands like The Souled Store and Blue Tokai have grown by cultivating loyal communities. Their forums are buzzing with fans, social media groups where members share tips, UGC (user-generated content) flooding feeds, and brand ambassadors
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The Role of Venture Capital Firms in India’s Economic Growth
June 18, 2025
Venture capital (VC) today is much more than money; it’s a driving force shaping India’s emerging economic narrative. For early-stage founders who are seriously building, understanding how VCs work, where they flow capital, and why it matters for national growth isn’t just useful, it’s essential. Here’s a thoughtful, grounded look
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