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PowerUp Money raises Series A funding led by Peak XV

PowerUp Money raises Series A funding led by Peak XV

22 Dec 2025, 16:26 PM

The funding round also saw participation from existing investors Accel, Blume Ventures, Kae Capital, 8i Ventures and DevC.

Easebuzz revenue more than doubles to Rs 656 crore in FY25

Easebuzz revenue more than doubles to Rs 656 crore in FY25

22 Oct 2025, 14:18 PM

The company's net profit jumped to Rs 18.77 crore in FY25 from Rs 37.7 lakh in the previous financial year.

Oolka raises $7 million in seed funding led by Lightspeed, Z47

Oolka raises $7 million in seed funding led by Lightspeed, Z47

24 Sep 2025, 15:15 PM

The funding round saw participation from 8i Ventures, along with angel investors including Meesho founders Vidit Aatrey and Sanjeev Barnwal.

Easebuzz raises $30 million funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners

Easebuzz raises $30 million funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners

07 Apr 2025, 16:11 PM

The round, which is a mix of primary (Rs 200 crore) and secondary financing (Rs 40 crore), also included existing investors 8i Ventures and Varanium Capital.

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