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Fast Company's 2025 list of the ???????? ???????????????????? ?????????????????? ???? ???????????????? ?????? ?????????????????????? has recognized two of our portfolio companies, GrayMatter Robotics and Apptronik, for their groundbreaking contributions to the field. ???????????????????? ????????????????: ?????????????????? ?????????????????????????? ???????????????????? GrayMatter Robotics is transforming high-mix manufacturing with its AI-powered surface finishing robots. Their technology, including the GMR-Guardian system, ensures robots operate with minimal downtime, staying active 95% to 99% of the time. This results in significant productivity gains and waste reduction, making manufacturing processes more efficient and sustainable. ??????????????????: ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????? Apptronik is pioneering humanoid robotics with its Apollo robot, which can perform precise tasks like lifting heavy objects and handling delicate operations. Recent partnerships with Nvidia and Google DeepMind have enhanced Apollo's capabilities, allowing it to learn new tasks by observing humans. Apptronik's collaborations with Mercedes-Benz and GXO Logistics further underscore its commitment to integrating AI and robotics into real-world applications. Check out the full list from Fast Company: https://lnkd.in/gu_wSpSW #Robotics #FastCompany?

Join us on Thursday, March 20th in San Francisco for the HSBC Supply Chain & Logistics Innovation Day that we co-produced with NewBuild Venture Capital and Silicon Foundry. Our General Partner, Gabe Greenbaum, will be taking the stage along with speakers like: ? Paari Rajendran, MD & Partner | Operations at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) ? Sean Jacobsohn, Partner at Norwest ? Donna Warton, Corporate Vice President, Devices Supply Chain & Sustainability at Microsoft ? Nishant Batra, Chief Strategy and Technology Officer (CSTO) at Nokia ? Kevin Callanan, Head of Operations at Roku We’re excited to showcase portfolio companies ORO Labs and Apptronik. Sudhir Bhojwani, Lalitha Rajagopalan, and Barry Phillips are trailblazers in supply chain, logistics and robotics who will be highlighted. You can request an invite here: https://lnkd.in/d2TRK8eE ?#SupplyChainInnovation #Logistics?

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Last week, B Capital and Google Cloud hosted a roundtable in Bangalore for early-stage AI founders and operators. The discussion was anchored around India’s evolving role in the global AI landscape, balancing product development with GTM in fast-moving categories, building competitive moats in AI applications, and crafting winning GTM strategies. ? Key Takeaways: ? 1. Unique Problem Solving: Focus on solving problems where India has a unique edge, rather than replicating developed market models. The?Indian AI ecosystem is at an inflection point with the right mix of talent and funding availability. 2. Proprietary Data Advantage: With foundation models and AI infrastructure becoming increasingly democratised, access to proprietary data remains a critical differentiator. There is a requirement to build a robust inference layer which leverages data and context moats to provide a differentiated insights. 3. Data Readiness and Partnerships: Most enterprises, while keen to adopt AI, are lagging from a data readiness perspective. Founders require time and resources to solve this while planning the implementation timelines. Finding a good channel partner can accelerate deployment. 4. Iterative GTM Strategy: Its important to focus on GTM early-on while building a Minimum Lovable Product. The right GTM approach depends heavily on the category, customer segment and a commitment to a chosen channel long enough for it to deliver results. Karan Mohla, Deepanshu Pattanayak, Akash Khandelwal, Saurabh Mehta, Karan Kumar, Aditya Chauhan

At B Capital, our success is driven by the talent, dedication and expertise of our people. Their commitment to supporting founders, scaling transformative companies and shaping the future of industries is what makes our firm thrive. We’re excited to recognize the team members who have been promoted across the firm—a reflection of their impact, leadership and contributions to our mission. Their work strengthens our ability to invest in and partner with the most innovative companies around the world. Congratulations to all on this well-earned achievement! We’re looking forward to seeing the continued impact you’ll make in your new roles. Sarvesh Agarwal?| Rishabh Aggarwal | Brian Alter | Priya Banerjee?| Matt Foxworthy, MBA, CPA (CA) | Mehul Garg?| Christina Gilchrist?| Nick Giometti?| Jeffrey Goldsmith?| Jack Grimes?| Jason G.?| Patrick Harmon Lopez?| Narmeen Haider?| Joanna H.?| Timothy Ong?| Vicki Parkhurst?| Ben Phelan, CPA | Ryan Savell?| Raven T.?| Anuj Varma?| KweeBee Teo | Zayar Wai Lin | Shuyue Wang?| Nicholas Whitehead #BCapital #Leadership #Growth

Odeko has raised $126 million in Series E funding. Based in New York, Odeko's all-in-one operations and technology platform helps local coffee shops, cafes, and other food establishments increase revenue, lower expenses, reduce their environmental footprint, and save time on vendor management. With over 14,000 customers, Odeko is already making a substantial impact. Congratulations to Dane Atkinson and the Odeko team on this remarkable achievement! We're looking forward to continuing our partnership as you drive further innovation and growth in the industry. Read more in Axios: https://lnkd.in/eUvt6FNi #SeriesE #FoodTech

Last week, Deepanshu Pattanayak, Principal at B Capital, joined industry leaders Ankit Mehta (CEO, Ideaforge), Dr. Chockkalingam 'Chock' Karuppaiah (Chief Science & Technology Officer, Ohmium International), and Kamakshi Rao (Venture Partner, Ankur Capital) at the India Conference at Harvard. They discussed why India’s deeptech sector is at a critical inflection point. Key takeaways: 1. Pivotal Moment for India: India is transitioning from a services-based economy to a product-led one, creating an opportune moment to harness its talent, policy support and funding. 2. Global Opportunities: India is positioned to capture a significant share of global demand for semiconductors, drones, battery tech and robotics, especially as companies diversify supply chains away from China. 3. Emerging Markets Potential: Founders should target not only Western markets but also India and other emerging markets, where demand is vast and competition is lower. 4. Exit Opportunities: Deep tech investments require patient capital, with exits possible via public markets, as demonstrated by Ideaforge’s IPO. #Deeptech #India #HarvardIndiaConference #Innovation #GlobalMarkets #EmergingMarkets #EconomicGrowth

Despite a 33% drop in fintech funding last year, AI-powered financial infrastructure is accelerating the next wave of disruption. The future of fintech is AI-first—companies that are not just adding AI as a feature but building financial solutions with AI at their core are shaping global markets. B Capital Founding General Partner Kabir Narang shared insights in his conversation with Ayanti Bera from Financial Express (India): ?? AI-powered underwriting & decentralized finance are revolutionizing credit access, reducing dependency on traditional banking models. ?? Alternative credit scoring is transforming lending by leveraging real-time, behavioural, and transaction-based data, beyond conventional credit reports. ?? Investors are prioritizing scalable AI models with clear ROI, efficiency-driven automation, and seamless enterprise integration. ?? Indian AI-first companies are no longer just scaling locally—they are emerging as global category leaders in fintech and financial infrastructure. AI is not just optimizing finance—it is redefining it. The fintech winners of the future will be those that combine innovation with strong execution, building resilient and scalable AI-driven financial solutions. ? Read more here:?https://lnkd.in/gxFNUx2u

The pet care industry is booming, but providers still lack the modern tools they need to scale. That’s where Goose comes in. We’re excited to back Goose in their $13.4 million seed round as they build the next-generation operating system for pet care providers! Founded by industry veterans Drew Brinkoetter and Chris Tilson, Goose is transforming the way pet care businesses operate—offering real-time booking, dynamic pricing, seamless multi-service integration, and advanced analytics to help providers scale efficiently. With the pet care industry projected to reach $280 billion by 2030, there's a growing need for modern, enterprise-ready solutions. Goose is leading this evolution, empowering pet care businesses to streamline operations and enhance customer experiences. Congratulations to Drew, Chris, and the entire Goose team—we’re excited to be part of your journey! Read more in Axios: https://lnkd.in/eR7Vnm9R #PetCare