
As organizations across the Middle East navigate digital transformation, shifting workforce expectations, and new economic realities, HR and L&D have become more strategic than ever. This premier one‑day summit brings together 100+ senior HR leaders, L&D professionals, CXOs, and future‑of‑work thought leaders for high‑impact discussions, networking, and recognition. From AI in talent development to inclusive cultures, hybrid leadership, and personalized learning ecosystems - the summit addresses the region’s most critical people challenges. The day concludes with an awards ceremony celebrating excellence in HR transformation, learning strategies, and employee experience. Event Details Date: 09 July 2026 Venue: Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Dubai, UAE

D2C Circle is India's most actionable D2C accelerator a 7-week live cohort by ExpertBells built exclusively for founders ready to launch, scale, and raise funding for their consumer brands. Learn directly from India's top founders who have built ₹100 Cr+ brands and know the exact strategies and roadmap to scale a D2C business — no theory, no fluff, only execution. Trusted by 1,000+ founders. Rated 4.8/5. India's Top Leading Program for D2C Founders. Program Highlights: - 14 Live Expert-Led Sessions - 10+ Top D2C Founders, Industry Experts & Investors - Shark Tank Alumni — Sairaj Dhond (Wakao Foods), Radhesh Sirohiya (Shyle), Nitin Jain (indigifts) - Investor Speakers — Vinod Keni (100 Unicorns), Mehul Shah (IVY Growth), Arjun Vaidya (V3 Ventures) and more - Sprint Modules covering Performance Marketing (Meta & Google), Quick Commerce (Zepto, Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart), Marketplace Domination (Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra), D2C Brand Building, and Fundraising & Investor Readiness - Founders Playbooks, GTM Frameworks & Unit Economics Toolkits - Demo Day: Top founders pitch live before Angels & VCs - One-Day Residential Founders Retreat & Convocation in Gurugram — 5-star stay, investor pitching, product showcase & networking - Limited to 40 curated founders only - Freebies worth ₹10,000 included (1-Year Accounting Software, Investor Database of 1,000+ VCs, 1,000+ Business Documents, Startupology Book & more)

VibeVerse is a full-day gathering for developers, students, builders, and early-stage founders who want to understand how AI is transforming the way products are designed, built, and scaled. This is not a conference focused on theory or future predictions. VibeVerse brings together active practitioners who are already building with AI today. Through expert-led sessions, live demonstrations, and candid discussions, attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at the tools, workflows, and strategies being used to create real-world AI-powered applications. Throughout the day, participants will learn how modern development is evolving with AI-assisted coding, automation, agentic workflows, and emerging product-building frameworks. Speakers will share practical insights from their own experiences, including lessons learned, mistakes made, and opportunities they see shaping the next generation of software. The event is designed to help attendees move beyond the hype and gain actionable knowledge they can immediately apply to their own projects, startups, careers, or learning journeys. What to Expect Speaker sessions from developers and founders actively building with AI Live demonstrations of real AI workflows and product development processes Insights into AI-powered app building, automation, and modern software development Networking opportunities with developers, innovators, students, and founders Practical strategies, tools, and resources that can be implemented immediately Who Should Attend Software Developers Engineering Students AI Enthusiasts Product Builders Startup Founders Tech Professionals exploring AI-driven workflows Whether you're building your first AI project, scaling a startup, or simply trying to understand where technology is headed, VibeVerse offers an opportunity to learn directly from people creating the future today. Event Details: Date : 11th July 2026 Venue : Unstop Office, Saket, New Delhi

Join the Ekta Solutions Investors Founder Summit 2026 , a premier networking and fundraising event designed to connect promising startups with leading investors, angel networks, venture capitalists, founders, and ecosystem enablers. Whether you're an early-stage entrepreneur looking to raise capital or a startup founder seeking strategic partnerships, this summit offers a valuable platform to pitch ideas, build relationships, and gain insights from industry leaders. The event will feature an impressive lineup of renowned investors and startup ecosystem experts, creating opportunities for founders to engage in meaningful discussions, receive feedback, and explore funding possibilities. Attendees will also have access to networking sessions, collaboration opportunities, and expert guidance to accelerate their entrepreneurial journey. Event Highlights Connect with top angel investors, VCs, and startup mentors. Network with high-growth founders and ecosystem leaders. Explore fundraising and strategic partnership opportunities. Learn from experienced investors through interactive discussions. Complimentary Investor Pitch Deck Audit for attendees. Meet representatives from leading investment networks and ecosystem partners. Event Details Date: 11 July 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM Venue: Hartron, IAMAI, NASSCOM, Haryana Whether you're preparing for your first funding round or looking to expand your investor network, the Ekta Solutions Investors Founder Summit 2026 provides the ideal environment to connect, learn, and grow within India's thriving startup ecosystem.

Transform is the flagship event series by Punjab Angels Network (PAN), bringing together innovators, investors, and startup founders. This 14th edition features keynote sessions, panel discussions, startup showcases, and a networking dinner for over 150 curated guests. Designed to foster collaboration and accelerate entrepreneurial growth, the event serves as a platform where promising startups connect with experienced investors, business leaders share actionable insights, and changemakers come together to shape the future of innovation. Whether you're an early-stage founder seeking funding, an investor exploring high-potential ventures, or a professional looking to expand your network, Transform 15.0 offers unparalleled opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Event Highlights Inspiring keynote sessions by renowned industry leaders Thought-provoking panel discussions on startups, innovation, and investments Startup showcase featuring emerging ventures High-impact networking with founders, investors, and ecosystem enablers Opportunities to build strategic partnerships and collaborations Event Details Date: 11 July 2026 Time: 4:30 PM onwards Venue: JW Marriott, Chandigarh As the Official Media Partner , StartupNews.fyi is proud to support Transform 15.0 in bringing together the brightest minds of India's startup ecosystem. Join us for an evening of ideas, innovation, and connections that can shape the next generation of successful ventures.

Founder Connect, in collaboration with Elevara Network, is bringing together an exclusive community of startup founders, investors, and business leaders for a high-impact networking event designed to foster meaningful conversations and strategic collaborations. The Founders Meet Investors is a curated gathering where entrepreneurs can connect directly with investors, industry experts, and experienced founders in an intimate setting. Whether you're building your first startup, scaling your business, or looking to expand your network, this event offers valuable opportunities to gain insights, build relationships, and explore potential funding opportunities. What to Expect Fireside chats with experienced founders and investors Meet 50+ curated founders, entrepreneurs, and business leaders Actionable insights on fundraising, startup growth, and scaling strategies High-quality networking with investors, mentors, and ecosystem enablers Opportunities to build strategic partnerships and collaborations This event is ideal for startup founders, entrepreneurs, angel investors, venture capital professionals, business leaders, and anyone actively involved in the startup ecosystem who wants to learn, connect, and grow. Whether you're seeking investment, looking for your next collaboration, or simply aiming to expand your professional network, Founders Meet Investors provides the right environment to engage with the people shaping the future of innovation. Event Details Date: 11th July 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Venue: Ofis Square, Sector 62, Noida Book your tickets through AllEvents and be part of an engaging afternoon dedicated to startup growth, investment opportunities, and meaningful networking.

Build in AI for India is a 7-day online AI hackathon that brings together developers, founders, students, designers, and AI enthusiasts to build innovative AI solutions for India's biggest challenges. Focused on creating real-world impact, the hackathon empowers participants to transform ideas into AI-powered products through mentorship, collaboration, and hands-on product development. Event Highlights 7-day online AI product-building sprint Open innovation format with no fixed problem statements Build AI products with real-world impact Learn from founders, CTOs, AI researchers, and industry experts Mentorship, networking, founder sessions, and live product demos Opportunities to connect with AI companies, investors, and ecosystem partners Cash rewards, cloud credits, AI credits, premium tools, incubation support, and hiring opportunities for top teams Focus Areas AI Agents Voice AI Healthcare Agriculture Education MSME Automation Public Services Financial Inclusion Indic Languages Developer Tools Who Should Attend? Developers Startup Founders Students Designers AI Enthusiasts Product Builders & Innovators Build in AI for India aims to strengthen India's AI ecosystem by enabling builders to create scalable, impactful AI products while collaborating with mentors, technology partners, investors, and the broader startup community. Whether you're launching your first AI application or scaling your next breakthrough product, this hackathon offers the ideal platform to Build. Ship. Impact. Event Details: Date: 13th-19th July Venue: Online

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Most networking events have plenty of people but very few meaningful conversations. Entrepreneurs Mixer is a curated, application-based networking experience designed for founders, business leaders, investors, and ecosystem builders who are actively involved in building and growing companies. Instead of bringing together the largest possible crowd, we focus on bringing together the right people. Every application is reviewed to ensure the room remains relevant, high-quality, and conversation-driven. The objective is simple: create a space where founders and decision-makers can openly discuss business challenges, exchange insights, explore opportunities, and build relationships that continue beyond a single event. Who Should Attend? Founders and business owners building at the MVP stage and beyond CXOs, Directors, and senior decision-makers Angel investors and investment professionals Industry leaders, operators, and ecosystem enablers What Happens at the Mixer? Conversations around real business challenges and growth decisions Peer learning from people actively building companies Discussions around partnerships, collaborations, hiring, fundraising, and opportunities Meaningful networking in a curated environment What Makes It Different? Curated participation instead of open-entry networking No keynote speeches, panels, or sales pitches Focus on quality conversations over quantity of attendees A growing ecosystem of founders, investors, and business leaders across multiple cities Registration Process Participation is application-based. We review attendees to ensure relevance and maintain the quality of interactions. Our team may reach out for additional information during the screening process. Selected participants receive further event details upon confirmation. Date : 16th July Time: 5 pm to 8pm. Venue Location: Vastrapur

The 5th DevOps 2.0 Confex & Awards 2026 – Bengaluru Chapter is a premier gathering of technology leaders, DevOps practitioners, cloud architects, software engineering professionals, and digital transformation pioneers who are shaping the future of modern IT. As organizations increasingly prioritize speed, scalability, security, and innovation, this conference serves as a powerful platform to explore the latest trends, strategies, and technologies transforming software delivery and IT operations. Bringing together industry experts, decision-makers, and technology innovators, the event will delve into the evolving DevOps ecosystem, highlighting how enterprises can accelerate development cycles, improve collaboration, enhance reliability, and drive business outcomes through automation and continuous improvement. Attendees will gain actionable insights into modern software engineering practices, cloud-native architectures, AI-driven operations, platform engineering, DevSecOps, observability, site reliability engineering (SRE), and emerging technologies redefining enterprise IT. The conference will feature keynote sessions, panel discussions, case studies, fireside chats, and networking opportunities designed to foster meaningful conversations and knowledge exchange among technology leaders. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from real-world success stories, discover innovative solutions, and engage with experts who are driving operational excellence across industries. A highlight of the event is the prestigious DevOps 2.0 Awards, recognizing organizations, teams, and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, leadership, and impact in advancing DevOps practices and digital transformation initiatives. Whether you are a CIO, CTO, IT leader, DevOps engineer, cloud professional, security specialist, software developer, or technology enthusiast, the 5th DevOps 2.0 Confex & Awards 2026 offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect, collaborate, and stay ahead in an increasingly dynamic technology landscape. Event Details: Date : 16th July 2026 Venue : Taj MG Road, Bengaluru
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DeepSeek, a leading Chinese AI firm, is reportedly developing its own AI chips, escalating Beijing's push for semiconductor independence. This move could redefine the global AI hardware market.
Bengaluru-based robotics startup Mowito raised $3M in pre-seed funding led by Version One Ventures. The capital will fuel US expansion, strengthen teams, and scale physical AI deployments in manufacturing.
US investors are gaining access to SK Hynix, a leader in AI memory, capitalizing on the surging demand for HBM chips. Discover how South Korean tech fuels the global AI boom.
Netflix's signature binge-watching model is faltering as viewers abandon shows. Facing tough competition from TikTok, YouTube, and microdrama, Netflix must adapt its content strategy or risk becoming obsolete.
Explore how China's dynamic gig economy, despite its rapid expansion and innovation, is increasingly masking underlying job market challenges and putti
The US is moving towards graded, risk-based AI regulations, fundamentally reshaping how AI is developed and deployed by startups and tech giants across North America.
Japan's ambitious Noetra plan targets 10 million robots by 2040, integrating AI into nursing, food, and drink sectors. Discover how this national strategy is set to redefine work and daily life.
Microsoft announces 4,800 job cuts, 2.1% of its workforce, highlighting the tech industry's struggle to balance massive AI investments with efficiency demands and declining share performance.
Bitcoin surges to its highest price in weeks, breaking critical resistance. Bernstein analysts maintain their ambitious $150,000 target, fueling bullish sentiment and investor confidence in digital assets.
Station F's F/ai accelerator in Paris is elevating Europe's AI startup scene. Discover how the program, backed by major tech firms, fast-tracks innovation and revenue for emerging AI companies, positioning France as a global leader.
Apple has restored credit and debit card payments for its App Store and iCloud in India, complying with RBI's tokenization framework. This move follows a four-year hiatus and paves the way for Apple Pay's launch.
Humanoid robots are rapidly integrating into human environments, backed by significant venture capital. This shift from industrial to dynamic workspaces prioritizes safety.
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