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India’s upGrad launches $11.45m AI incubator for startups

Mumbai-based edtech firm upGrad has launched the ‘upGrad AI Incubator’ to support emerging AI startups. The company has allocated 100 crore rupees (US$11.45 million) to invest in 5-6 startups over the upcoming months.

The incubator will provide infrastructure and seed funding to promote innovation among startups.

The company has announced its first investment in Bengaluru-based startup ZuAI, although financial terms undisclosed.

UpGrad also partnered with Maharashtra’s government to build AI excellence centers with a 2,150 crore rupees (US$246,73 million) investment.

Founded in 2015, upGrad provides online and hybrid skilling programs, partnering with global universities across multiple markets.

Recent upGrad developments

Timeline
10-Feb-2025 🚀 UpGrad co-founder’s BorderPlus raises $7m after launch
  • upGrad’s Mayank Kumar raises ₹61.5 crore
  • Funding to enhance BorderPlus platform and expand
09-Jan-2025 🎁 Taobao upgrades gift purchases, adds app sharing feature
  • Taobao upgrades gifting feature for users
  • 15% discount on select gifts to promote feature
07-Jan-2025 🌍 Upgrad co-founder, ex-Oyo exec launch new jobs platform
  • BorderPlus connects workers to global jobs.
  • Plans to expand to multiple sectors and countries.
04-Nov-2024 📬 Instagram upgrades DMs with sorting tools for creators
  • Instagram updates DMs for easier message sorting
  • New ‘Story Replies’ folder added for better access
29-Mar-2023 🎓 India’s upGrad scoops $36.4m from existing investors

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