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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan discuss significant developments in India's startup ecosystem. Topics include SEBI's new regulations affecting brokerage firms, the launch of Narayana Health's game changing insurance product, and the shutdown of the Koo app after failed acquisition talks. The hosts also touch on Reliance Retail's relaunch of the Chinese brand Shein, Swiggy's new feature for food recommendations, and Peak XV Ventures' focus on AI startups.
Topics:
00:00 Introduction
00:26 Headlines and opening banter03:00 SEBI's 2 new circulars
09:13 Narayana Hospital's New Health Insurance Product
14:27 The Shutdown of Koo
18:59 Unacademy and startup Media
24:55 Reliance's Strategic Move with Shein
25:55 Swiggy's New Recommend Feature
28:49 Peak XV Ventures' Big Bet on AI Startups
32:07 Angel Tax Debate and Startup Fundraising Highlights
34:22 Mark Zuckerberg's Advice on Starting a Company
37:08 Tech-Driven Marriage Optimization
38:52 Listener Feedback and Closing Remarks
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Topics:
00:00 Introduction
00:26 Headlines and opening banter03:00 SEBI's 2 new circulars
09:13 Narayana Hospital's New Health Insurance Product
14:27 The Shutdown of Koo
18:59 Unacademy and startup Media
24:55 Reliance's Strategic Move with Shein
25:55 Swiggy's New Recommend Feature
28:49 Peak XV Ventures' Big Bet on AI Startups
32:07 Angel Tax Debate and Startup Fundraising Highlights
34:22 Mark Zuckerberg's Advice on Starting a Company
37:08 Tech-Driven Marriage Optimization
38:52 Listener Feedback and Closing Remarks
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Click here to get regular WhatsApp updates:https://wa.me/message/ZUZQQGKCZTADL1
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Connect with Us: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/startup-operatorTwitter: https://twitter.com/OperatorStartup
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