EntrackrFunding
AI content creator platform Creedom raises seed round
Creedom, an AI content creator platform, has raised Rs 4.1 crore in a seed funding round. The round was led by prominent investors including Leigh Hopkins and Raghunandan G.
Weekly digest · 26 stories
Indian AI This Week
31 Aug – 6 Sep 2026
Everything the tracker picked up in Indian AI during this week, grouped by what kind of news it was. Each story links to the publication that reported it.
Funding
- ETtechFunding
Oppex AI raises Rs 4.2 crore in pre-seed round from Info Edge Ventures
Oppex AI has raised Rs 4.2 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by Info Edge Ventures. The funding is intended to accelerate product development and team expansion for the AI-native operations platform.
- EntrackrFunding
Oppex AI raises Rs 4.2 Cr in pre-seed round led by Info Edge Ventures
Oppex AI has raised Rs 4.2 crore in a pre-seed funding round, which was led by Info Edge Ventures. The funds will be used for accelerating product development and expansion of the team's capabilities.
Product
- BusinessLine · Info-techProduct
KFintech launches ARYA, an AI platform for end-to-end MF transactions
KFintech has launched ARYA, an AI platform designed for end-to-end mutual fund transactions. This platform aims to streamline the mutual fund transaction process for users.
- BusinessLine · Info-techProduct
Zoho launches Catalyst 3.0 to bridge AI-assisted coding and cloud deployment
Zoho has launched Catalyst 3.0, an updated platform designed to integrate AI-assisted coding with cloud deployment. This version aims to enhance the development process across various applications.
- BusinessLine · Info-techProduct
Coforge launches AI Launchpad for enterprise open-weight AI infrastructure
Coforge has introduced AI Launchpad, which offers enterprises tools to create and manage open-weight AI infrastructure. This platform is aimed at simplifying the deployment of AI solutions in-house.
- Economic Times · AIProduct
Coforge launches AI Launchpad to help enterprises build and run AI stacks in-house
Coforge has launched AI Launchpad to assist enterprises in building and managing their AI technology stacks internally. This platform aims to streamline the development and deployment of AI applications.
- Economic Times · AIProduct
With Catalyst 3.0, Zoho focuses on what happens after AI writes the code
With the launch of Catalyst 3.0, Zoho focuses on enhancing the capabilities that follow AI-driven coding. The platform shifts attention from merely code generation to what can be executed post-creation.
- BusinessLine · Info-techProduct
Synup launches Sydekick AI to shift marketing work to autonomous executive
Synup has launched Sydekick AI, a tool designed to automate marketing tasks through autonomous execution. This platform aims to enhance efficiency in marketing operations for businesses.
- MediaNama · AIProduct
OYO parent Prism to launch AI agent for end-to-end hotel operations
Prism, the parent company of OYO, is creating an AI agent to manage hotel operations end-to-end. This initiative aims to automate daily tasks such as vendor management and occupancy calls without human intervention.
- Economic Times · AIProduct
AI-focused logistics startup Shipsy launches 'Shipsy Brain' to power AI agents
Shipsy, a logistics startup, has launched 'Shipsy Brain' aimed at powering AI-driven agents in the logistics industry. This initiative looks to enhance operational efficiency through AI automation.
- ETtech · StartupsProduct
Gupshup launches voice AI platform for businesses
Gupshup has launched a voice AI platform targeting businesses seeking to enhance their customer engagement. This platform is expected to empower companies with voice-interactive capabilities to interact with customers.
- EntrackrProduct
EquityList launches AI-native cap table and compliance platform
EquityList has introduced an AI-native platform for managing cap tables and compliance for businesses. This platform is designed to facilitate efficient management of securities across various companies globally.
- Economic Times · Tech and AIProduct
OpenAI says Indian advertisers to get direct access to ChatGPT Ads as ad business hits $1 billion ARR
OpenAI announced that Indian advertisers will soon have direct access to ChatGPT Ads, as their advertising business reaches a $1 billion annual recurring revenue. This indicates a strategic expansion of OpenAI's advertising capabilities in India.
- Economic Times · AIProduct
VerSe bets on SparkStation to make AI video cheaper and more consistent
VerSe Innovation plans to utilize its platform SparkStation to improve the cost and consistency of AI-generated videos. This move is aimed at enhancing content production efficiency for studios and brands.
- Economic Times · AIProduct
MapmyIndia, ClarityX launch Geo-FI AI platform for lending risk and collections
MapmyIndia and ClarityX have launched a new Geo-FI AI platform designed for assessing lending risks and managing collections. The platform aims to enhance financial services through advanced geospatial analytics.
Policy
- YourStoryPolicy
How the Unacademy-upGrad deal unfolded; Why AI could push India’s ER&D revenue past $100B
Unacademy and upGrad's deal reflects a significant push towards enhancing India's engineering research and development revenue, which is projected to exceed $100 billion by 2030 fueled by AI. The transformative potential of AI in this sector is emphasized in the analysis.
- BusinessLine · Info-techPolicy
We are open to using homegrown AI models: Mahesh Ramamoorthy, Chief Information Officer at YES Bank
YES Bank's Chief Information Officer, Mahesh Ramamoorthy, indicated the bank's openness to utilizing homegrown AI models in its operations. This approach aims to leverage local technology and capabilities to improve banking solutions.
- Economic Times · Tech and AIPolicy
Government-school teachers ready for AI, but need institutional support: JanAI survey
A survey indicates that government-school teachers in India are prepared to integrate AI into their teaching practices but require institutional support to effectively implement these technologies. The study highlights the potential for AI to enhance educational outcomes.
- MediaNama · AIPolicy
Haryana Police sets up AI task force. Here’s what it will do and what remains unclear
Haryana Police has established an AI Task Force focusing on enhancing the application of AI in policing, particularly in cybercrime and financial investigations. This initiative aims to implement AI tools to aid investigators while maintaining human oversight.
- Economic Times · AIPolicy
AI startup Manus resumes independent operations after China blocks Meta’s $2 billion deal
AI startup Manus has resumed independent operations following China's blockage of Meta's proposed $2 billion deal. The company will continue its focus on developing AI technologies independently.
Research
- Economic Times · AIResearch
India could be a big winner in AI data centre boom, but power demand may be the catch
A Nasscom study predicts that India's engineering research and development revenue could surpass $100 billion by 2030, driven significantly by advancements in AI. This projection suggests substantial growth for the sector in the coming years.
- BusinessLine · Info-techResearch
India’s engineering R&D revenue to surpass $100 billion by 2030 on AI push: Nasscom
Nasscom has projected that India's engineering R&D revenue will exceed $100 billion by 2030, bolstered by advancements in AI technology. The report emphasizes the need for continued growth in the AI sector to achieve this target.
Infrastructure
- Livemint · TechnologyInfrastructure
The race to build India’s first AI chip
India is working towards developing its first AI chip in response to US chip restrictions. This initiative aims to establish a sovereign alternative to Nvidia's technology.
Talent
- BusinessLine · Info-techTalent
HDFC Securities, Le Rythme train 100 youth in AI and cybersecurity
HDFC Securities and Le Rythme have initiated training for 100 youth in AI and cybersecurity skills. This collaboration aims to enhance job readiness in emerging tech sectors.
- Economic Times · AITalent
Jio Haptik appoints Adarsh as Enterprise Business Head to drive global AI growth
Jio Haptik has appointed Adarsh as the Enterprise Business Head to bolster its global AI expansion efforts. This leadership change marks a strategic move to enhance Haptik's offerings in the AI sector.