In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan delve into major headlines in India's startup ecosystem. They discuss BlackBuck's filing of its DHRP papers for a 550 crore rupees IPO with SEBI, and IdeaForge's acquisition of a stake in space tech startup Galaxeye space. The episode also touches on the ongoing Twitter feud between Elon Musk and the European Commission over free speech. 

00:00 Introduction
01:23 Attempt on Trump's life
06:12 BlackBuck's IPO Filing
10:26 IdeaForge's Strategic Acquisition
13:29 Elon Musk vs. European Commission 
18:45 New York City's Trash Dilemma
23:15 Retired Bureaucrats Entering Venture Capital
26:29 Notable Fundraisers of the Week
27:50 VC Insights on SaaS Growth
32:18 Conclusion

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In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan delve into major headlines in India's startup ecosystem. They discuss BlackBuck's filing of its DHRP papers for a 550 crore rupees IPO with SEBI, and IdeaForge's acquisition of a stake in space tech startup Galaxeye space. The episode also touches on the ongoing Twitter feud between Elon Musk and the European Commission over free speech. 
00:00 Introduction 01:23 Attempt on Trump's life 06:12 BlackBuck's IPO Filing 10:26 IdeaForge's Strategic Acquisition 13:29 Elon Musk vs. European Commission  18:45 New York City's Trash Dilemma 23:15 Retired Bureaucrats Entering Venture Capital 26:29 Notable Fundraisers of the Week 27:50 VC Insights on SaaS Growth 32:18 Conclusion
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Will Blackbuck’s IPO Boost Confidence in Indian Startups? | Roundup #158 | The Startup Operator | Roundup #158 | The Startup Operator

In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan discuss significant developments in India's startup ecosystem. Topics include SEBI's new regulations affecting brokerage firms, the launch of Narayana Health's game changing insurance product, and the shutdown of the Koo app after failed acquisition talks. The hosts also touch on Reliance Retail's relaunch of the Chinese brand Shein, Swiggy's new feature for food recommendations, and Peak XV Ventures' focus on AI startups.

Topics:

00:00 Introduction

00:26 Headlines and opening banter
03:00 SEBI's 2 new circulars

09:13 Narayana Hospital's New Health Insurance Product

14:27 The Shutdown of Koo

18:59 Unacademy and startup Media

24:55 Reliance's Strategic Move with Shein

25:55 Swiggy's New Recommend Feature

28:49 Peak XV Ventures' Big Bet on AI Startups

32:07 Angel Tax Debate and Startup Fundraising Highlights

34:22 Mark Zuckerberg's Advice on Starting a Company

37:08 Tech-Driven Marriage Optimization

38:52 Listener Feedback and Closing Remarks

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In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan discuss significant developments in India's startup ecosystem. Topics include SEBI's new regulations affecting brokerage firms, the launch of Narayana Health's game changing insurance product, and the shutdown of the Koo app after failed acquisition talks. The hosts also touch on Reliance Retail's relaunch of the Chinese brand Shein, Swiggy's new feature for food recommendations, and Peak XV Ventures' focus on AI startups.
Topics:
00:00 Introduction
00:26 Headlines and opening banter 03:00 SEBI's 2 new circulars
09:13 Narayana Hospital's New Health Insurance Product
14:27 The Shutdown of Koo
18:59 Unacademy and startup Media
24:55 Reliance's Strategic Move with Shein
25:55 Swiggy's New Recommend Feature
28:49 Peak XV Ventures' Big Bet on AI Startups
32:07 Angel Tax Debate and Startup Fundraising Highlights
34:22 Mark Zuckerberg's Advice on Starting a Company
37:08 Tech-Driven Marriage Optimization
38:52 Listener Feedback and Closing Remarks
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Why is India's Twitter Rival KOO shutting down?  | Roundup #157 | The Startup Operator

In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan delve into significant headlines shaping India's startup ecosystem. They start with a discussion on Micromax Venture's fund performance and key insights from the Figma Config conference. The hosts also explore Zomato's new Restaurant Service Hub, the rise of regional content with Stage's growth, and OYO's withdrawal of its IPO papers. They touch on Foxconn's alleged hiring discrimination and provide a roundup of notable startup fundraises. The episode concludes with interesting career advice from Chamath and user-centered product insights from Arvind Srinivas.

Topics:
00:00 Introduction 
00:21 Cricket Fever: India's Big Win at T20 WC
02:34 Startup Headlines of the Week
03:41 VC Fund Performance Disclosure
05:51 Figma Config Conference Highlights
08:20 Zomato's Restaurant Service Hub
09:45 AI Writing Keynotes for CEOs
11:27 Rise of Regional Content in India
13:44 OYO's IPO Withdrawal
16:26 Foxconn's Hiring Controversy
18:10 Weekly Fundraising Roundup
20:15 Career Advice and User-Centric Philosophy
23:34 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan delve into significant headlines shaping India's startup ecosystem. They start with a discussion on Micromax Venture's fund performance and key insights from the Figma Config conference. The hosts also explore Zomato's new Restaurant Service Hub, the rise of regional content with Stage's growth, and OYO's withdrawal of its IPO papers. They touch on Foxconn's alleged hiring discrimination and provide a roundup of notable startup fundraises. The episode concludes with interesting career advice from Chamath and user-centered product insights from Arvind Srinivas.
Topics: 00:00 Introduction  00:21 Cricket Fever: India's Big Win at T20 WC 02:34 Startup Headlines of the Week 03:41 VC Fund Performance Disclosure 05:51 Figma Config Conference Highlights 08:20 Zomato's Restaurant Service Hub 09:45 AI Writing Keynotes for CEOs 11:27 Rise of Regional Content in India 13:44 OYO's IPO Withdrawal 16:26 Foxconn's Hiring Controversy 18:10 Weekly Fundraising Roundup 20:15 Career Advice and User-Centric Philosophy 23:34 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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Why Is OYO’s Valuation Shrinking? | Roundup #156 | The Startup Operator

In this episode of the Startup Operator Podcast, Roshan talks to Nivas, a seasoned SaaS marketer, to discuss his journey and insights into SaaS marketing. Nivas shares his accidental entry into the SaaS world, joining Freshworks (then Freshdesk) post-acquisition of his startup in 2015. The conversation highlights the importance of building a world-class product, visionary leadership from Freshworks CEO Girish, and the challenges of educating the market about SaaS in its early days. Nivas also delves into his role at SpendFlo, emphasizing the value of investing in brand from the outset, developing an intimate event strategy for engagement, and managing expectations when expanding into the US market. 

Topics:
00:00 Introduction
00:27 Joining FreshWorks: Early Days and Challenges
03:44 Working with Girish: Leadership and Vision
08:59 FreshWorks Marketing Strategies
14:57 The Shift to Mid-Market and Enterprise
17:26 The Zero to One Journey at SpendFlow
23:00 Navigating Founders' Ideas
24:36 Importance of Brand Investment
26:08 Building Trust Through Branding
29:18 Event Strategy and Execution
36:54 Expanding into the US Market
42:01 Advice for Startup Founders on Marketing

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In this episode of the Startup Operator Podcast, Roshan talks to Nivas, a seasoned SaaS marketer, to discuss his journey and insights into SaaS marketing. Nivas shares his accidental entry into the SaaS world, joining Freshworks (then Freshdesk) post-acquisition of his startup in 2015. The conversation highlights the importance of building a world-class product, visionary leadership from Freshworks CEO Girish, and the challenges of educating the market about SaaS in its early days. Nivas also delves into his role at SpendFlo, emphasizing the value of investing in brand from the outset, developing an intimate event strategy for engagement, and managing expectations when expanding into the US market. 
Topics: 00:00 Introduction 00:27 Joining FreshWorks: Early Days and Challenges 03:44 Working with Girish: Leadership and Vision 08:59 FreshWorks Marketing Strategies 14:57 The Shift to Mid-Market and Enterprise 17:26 The Zero to One Journey at SpendFlow 23:00 Navigating Founders' Ideas 24:36 Importance of Brand Investment 26:08 Building Trust Through Branding 29:18 Event Strategy and Execution 36:54 Expanding into the US Market 42:01 Advice for Startup Founders on Marketing
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