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This image is a promotional banner for Finsall, showcasing their mobile app interface on a smartphone. The left side of the banner displays the app screen with an "EMI Calculator" for quick premium calculation, highlighting fields for policy type, tenure, insurance amount, and upfront amount. A cartoon character is interacting with the app on the phone, adding a human touch to the technology-focused visual. The right side features the Finsall logo along with the tagline "Financing insurance for all," set against a dark blue and purple abstract background. The overall design emphasizes simplicity and user-friendliness, appealing to a broad audience needing insurance financing solutions.

Finsall Secures INR 15 Crore to Revolutionize Insurance Financing with New NBFC Launch

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Anurag Trivedi

Finsall, a BNPL startup specializing in insurance, has raised INR 15 crore in a bridge funding round led by Unicorn India Ventures and Seafund, supported by other institutional investors. The funding will enable the establishment of a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) to expand lending operations and enhance customer value in insurance premium financing. The company also plans technological enhancements to improve interfaces for insurance companies and lending partners. These funds will also assist Finsall in forming strategic partnerships with insurers, intermediaries, and lenders, expanding its service offerings and distribution channels. CEO Tim Mathews highlighted the importance of this investment in scaling operations and pioneering in the insurance premium financing sector, aiming for substantial market growth.

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This Week In Startups: May 18-24

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Anurag Trivedi

This Week in Startups with Entrepreneurship Studio. Stay ahead in the dynamic world of startups with Entrepreneurship Studio’s latest updates: New Fund Alert: ThinKuvate, a Singaporean investment firm, launches a Rs 100 crore fund to invest in tech startups across India, focusing on innovative, revenue-generating companies in cities like Nagpur, Bangalore, and Chennai. Tech Collaboration: E2E Cloud partners with Atal Incubation Centre to boost India's AI and deeptech sectors, providing cutting-edge GPU resources to help startups scale and innovate. Global Aspirations: Amazon India kicks off the fourth season of its Propel Global Business Accelerator, aiming to help consumer product startups reach international markets and contribute to India's growing e-commerce exports. Dive into these stories and more to discover the entrepreneurial ventures and innovations shaping India’s economic landscape. Explore the full details on our website!

This banner image features a stylized portrait of Mukesh Ambani, a well-known Indian businessman, placed against a graphic backdrop with blue tones and geometric patterns. To the right, the logo of Reliance Jio—a globe encased in a grid pattern with the Jio logo on top—is prominently displayed, symbolizing the global reach and connectivity of the brand. The overall design merges elements of corporate branding with a modern, graphic style.

Jio Financial Services Aims to Increase Foreign Ownership to 49%

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Anurag Trivedi

Jio Financial Services seeks shareholder approval to raise foreign investment limits to 49% and transition into a Core Investment Company (CIC). This strategic move will enable the company to expand into asset management, insurance, and more, enhancing its service offerings. Additionally, Jio Financial reports a steady increase in profits, driven by efficient tax management and profitable joint ventures, including a significant collaboration with BlackRock. Shareholders can participate in the decision-making through e-voting from May 24 to June 22.

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Pine Labs Relocating to India: A Strategic Move Reflecting Broader Market Trends

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Anurag Trivedi

Pine Labs, a fintech giant valued at over $5 billion, has just secured approval for a strategic merger of its Singapore and Indian entities, marking a significant realignment towards its operations in India. This move, supported by leading investors including Fidelity and PayPal, signifies a broader trend of Indian startups repatriating their bases to leverage the growing confidence in India's economic and regulatory frameworks. At Entrepreneurship Studio, we delve into the implications of Pine Labs' operational shift and explore what this means for the market dynamics and the broader startup ecosystem in India.