Capital Connect - June Edition

We haven't made any new investments in the last two quarters. We consider this "slowdown" an important pit stop to strengthen our internal capabilities, step up our talent acquisition as we expand, and, most importantly, take stock of our activities over the last four years!

We are particularly excited about our involvement in start-ups focused on carbon negative Impact. Our thesis here is clear: technology is critical to enabling carbon reduction, but it cannot achieve significant impact without engagement on the hardware front. This brings us to the core of how we operate our investment business.

Our playbook is simple: we back resilient founders and tackle "antibiotic" problems— those that need real solutions, not just "vitamin" enhancements. We focus on creating lasting organizations. In other words, building an organization distinctly differs from building a feature.

Read on to discover what we've accomplished this summer!

Ankit Kedia

Founder & Lead Investor

Our Team Visits Manufacturing Hub of Entuple

The visit to Entuple's facilities showcased their remarkable progress towards large-scale production, with their manufacturing capabilities rapidly advancing to enable a transformative market entry.

Entuple is pioneering company in India's electric powertrain and turbocharger industry, developing advanced traction motors, motor controllers, and ultra-high-speed chargers. Their innovative products, featuring machine learning and telematics, are set for large-scale production, positioning them at the forefront of the electric mobility sector. The future looks promising as they aim to replicate and surpass the successful localization achievements of the traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) industry. The Indian auto components industry currently boasts a nearly 90% localization rate across vehicle segments and 100% in segments dominated by Indian players, serving as a blueprint for the electric mobility ecosystem.

Follow-on Investment Alert: Continued Support for MatchLog Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

We are excited to announce our continued belief in Match Log Solutions Pvt. Ltd.! This innovative platform leverages cutting-edge technology and an in-depth understanding of multimodal logistics and the global shipping industry to match containers efficiently.?Read More

Frigate Selected for "AI Digital Manufacturing in New Energy" at Solar Quarter State Leadership Meet: Tamil Nadu 2024

Frigate has been selected under the Sustainability Leadership category for “AI Digital Manufacturing in New Energy” at the prestigious Solar Quarter State Leadership Meet: Tamil Nadu 2024. Frigate stands at the forefront of innovation in the new energy sector, manufacturing cutting-edge solutions that drive the renewable energy industry forward.?

SportVot Shines at the SVG India Summit in Mumbai

SportVot was featured at the SVG India Summit hosted by Sports Video Group and Disney Star Sports in Mumbai. This prestigious event brought together industry leaders to discuss the future of sports broadcasting and technology. Sidhhant Agarwal, Founder joined esteemed speakers like Arvind Iyengar from Sportz Interactive to delve into the transformative impact of AI and automated production on empowering smaller sports to flourish. Watch here

Bharatsure’s Feature in The Indian Express

Bharatsure’s views were recently featured alongside Rupinderjit Singh, Sumit Bohra, and Sharad Mathur in The Indian Express, discussing IRDA's decision to remove the age restriction of 65 years for entry into health insurance policies. This move is a significant step towards inclusivity in the insurance sector. It opens opportunities for many senior citizens to access health insurance, addressing a long-standing gap. Read More

DigiSparsh Wins Dun & Bradstreet India's Startup Trailblazer 2024 Award!

DigiSparsh has been recognized as the Startup Trailblazer 2024 in the FinTech category by Dun & Bradstreet India. DigiSparsh was selected from a highly competitive pool of 350 companies. This accolade is a testament to the team's hard work, dedication, and relentless pursuit of transforming the FinTech landscape. Read more

Oorja at AABC Europe

Oorja participated in the Advance Automotive Battery Conference (AABC) held in Europe from May 13th to 16th, in collaboration with their partners EnginSoft Italy. At their booth, Oorja's team engaged with experts and industry leaders to showcase how their hybrid technology is revolutionizing battery design and modeling.?Read More

RoaDo at the CII Institute of Logistics' Summit 2024

Reflecting on an enriching experience at the recently concluded CII Institute of Logistics' Logistics Summit 2024, held at Eros Hotel, New Delhi. RoaDo reaffirms its dedication to collaborative innovation alongside industry leaders, striving for #logistics_simplified.?Read More

Eco-Victory! Bambrew Wins Zomato’s Packathon Challenge

Eco-Victory! The Bambrew family has achieved an incredible milestone! Their vision for a cleaner planet has been endorsed by innovation itself, as Bambrew?emerges victorious in Zomato’s Packathon Challenge. This win is not just for them; it’s a win for the Earth!?Imagine 1.3 million orders paving the way for a plastic-free world.?Read More

Our Partnership with AIC RAISE!?

We Partnered with AIC RAISE for their Incubation Program! Together, we're committed to fostering innovation and driving impactful change in the entrepreneurial landscape with the sector focus in Climate Action & Circular Economy.?Read More

Ankit’s First TEDx Talk at Pune

Ankit Kedia recently delivered an inspiring TEDx talk titled "Bridging Cultures" in Pune, where he shared insights on the power of a second-generation perspective in entrepreneurship, culture, and resilience. Ankit emphasized his belief in a thesis-driven approach to investing, particularly in sectors like Climate Tech, Deeptech, and Fintech, where he sees immense potential for impactful innovations.??Watch the full talk to hear his insights.

Our Partnership with VoltUp Accelerator Program by AIC-ISB at I-Venture @ ISB

VoltUp?offers a 4-month accelerator program to support high-potential startups in areas like charging infrastructure, battery technology, low-cost manufacturing, recycling, financing, and mobility. This partnership is set to provide early growth-stage EV startups with the necessary resources, expertise, and networks to thrive. Read More

Cybersecurity in the Age of Quantum Computing: Securing the Future

The future of technology is bright, with quantum computers promising to revolutionize everything from medicine to materials science. But there's a dark side: these super-powered machines could crack the codes that secure our online world. Imagine hackers stealing your bank details or governments reading your emails - all thanks to quantum computing. The good news? We're not defenceless. Scientists& Cybersecurity Community are racing to develop new encryption methods, like quantum-resistant codes, that even these code-cracking machines can't break. It's a game of cat and mouse, but by working together, we can build a future where quantum computers unlock a golden age of innovation, without leaving our data vulnerable. Intrigued by the challenges and solutions? Read More

By – Snehal Dixit, Investment Team

How Oorja can mock-up your next EV battery in the cloud

In this episode, Vineet Dravid, Co-Founder and CEO of Oorja Energy, talks about his ambition of building a world-class deep tech company from Bengaluru, in the field of computer-aided engineering. Vineet gives us an update on the physics and machine learning-based simulation and analytics product Oorja has developed. An immediate application is in the electric vehicles sector. Watch here

Global Start-up Ecosystem Report 2024 (GSER 2024): Insights and Recommendations

In its 12th year, the Global Start-up Ecosystem Report (GSER) continues to be a cornerstone for understanding the world’s leading start-up ecosystems, emerging trends, and challenges faced by entrepreneurs globally. This year’s report is based on extensive research and analysis of data from 4.5 million start-ups across 300 global ecosystems, accumulated over a decade.?Click here to read more