Entrepreneurship & Startup News Globally in April 2025

In April 2025, the global entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem experienced a vibrant mix of funding, events, and innovations, with significant activity in India and the U.S. Below, we explore the key stories across articles, podcasts, and videos, providing a comprehensive view for those interested in entrepreneurship and startup trends.

AI & Automation: Disruption and Opportunity

• Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warned that AI could eliminate half of all entry-level white-collar jobs within five years, potentially pushing unemployment rates up to 20%. While AI was initially expected to enhance productivity, companies are now using it as a cost-saving measure, potentially replacing human labor.
• AI applications are diversifying across sectors such as logistics optimization, predictive maintenance, and cybersecurity. Startups like My Digital Buildings are integrating AI to optimize building maintenance and reduce energy costs.
• Generative AI (GenAI) is influencing entrepreneurship by transforming business models and market trends. Research highlights the need for more macro-level studies on GenAI as an external enabler for entrepreneurship and effective regulatory frameworks to facilitate innovation.
• AI Dominance: Artificial intelligence continues to be the leading sector for startup funding. Approximately 30% of global funding in April went to AI-related companies. This includes large rounds for AI research labs and companies developing AI co-pilots for physicians, sovereign legal LLMs, and workflow automation. The “AI boom” is sparking a surge in new startup registrations, particularly in countries like India, with many businesses featuring “AI” prominently in their names. Experts suggest that AI may make it possible for one-person companies to become billion-dollar unicorns.

Emerging Trends in Entrepreneurship

• AI Startups: Entrepreneurs are leveraging AI for content creation, sector-specific solutions, and offering AI as a Service (AIaaS) to businesses lacking internal AI expertise.
• Green Businesses: There’s a significant push towards sustainability, with startups focusing on renewable energy, ethical supply chains, and circular economy solutions.
• Digital Nomadism: The rise of remote work has led to an increase in digital nomad entrepreneurs, utilizing virtual collaboration tools and cloud-based operations to run businesses without traditional office spaces.
• Micro-Tech Startups: There’s a growing trend of compact, conviction-fueled companies that measure their worth in the friction they eliminate from real lives rather than just funding rounds. These “dorm-room dragons and bootstrapped beasts” are building quietly, building small, and still building better.

Entrepreneurship Education & AI Integration

• A study titled “Designing the Future of Entrepreneurship Education” explored the development of an AI-empowered scaffold system for business plan creation. The research emphasized the potential of AI in providing personalized guidance and aligning with entrepreneurial learning goals, while also highlighting the enduring value of human mentorship.

Education & Deep Tech

• AI in education is transforming entrepreneurship learning. A study explores the design of an AI-empowered scaffold system for business plan development, highlighting the potential of AI in bridging gaps in entrepreneurship education.
• Deep tech startups continue to attract investors, focusing on areas like next-generation semiconductors and DNA-based data storage. These technologies, though still in development, are seen as strategic steps forward in addressing growing storage capacity needs.

📈 Emerging Trends in Consumer Tech &     Work Culture

• Consumer tech investors are focusing on social apps, dating platforms, and AI-powered applications. There’s a noticeable shift towards niche and personalized social networks, addressing the growing disinterest in broad algorithm-driven platforms.
• Hybrid work models are becoming the norm, with startups developing tools to support remote and hybrid work environments. Companies like Yoffix and Aubot are offering solutions for efficient distant collaboration.
• Mental health and well-being are central to startup culture, with companies implementing wellness programs, flexible schedules, and mental health resources to attract and retain top talent.

🌍 Global Policy & Ecosystem Shifts

• U.S. tariffs are causing concerns among venture capitalists, particularly a 145% tariff on Chinese goods. These tariffs have triggered market uncertainty and fears of a potential slowdown in tech investments and IPOs.
• The European Commission announced plans for a “Scaleup Europe Fund,” a public-private investment initiative expected to exceed €10 billion. This fund aims to support tech startups in scaling and preparing for public listings, addressing challenges like fragmented regulations and limited access to late-stage financing.
• India’s Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) has established 10,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in schools across the country, promoting creativity and innovation among students. These labs focus on hands-on learning of modern tools and technologies.

Startup Funding & Market Dynamics

• Challenging but Evolving Funding Environment: Global venture funding totaled approximately $23 billion in April 2025, which was flat year-over-year but significantly down from March 2025 ($68 billion). This marks one of the slowest months in the past year. However, corporate venturing deals are on an upward swing, with April seeing the highest number of corporate-backed funding rounds for startups in over two years.
• Early-Stage Funding Remains Strong: Despite the overall slowdown in total capital raised, early-stage funding (Pre-seed, Seed, and Series A) saw increases in both deal count and amount raised in April, indicating continued investor interest in emerging companies.

• Late-stage tech startups like Mercury, Vercel, and Cribl are navigating market uncertainties, including a shaky IPO market and heightened tariff tensions. Despite these challenges, companies are focusing on sustainable growth and leveraging AI to enhance their appeal to investors.
• Venture capitalists are cautiously optimistic about a rebound in the IPO and M&A markets, driven by startups with strong business fundamentals and a favorable regulatory landscape. AI-related mergers and acquisitions are expected to surge, with some deals projected to exceed $20 billion.
• The “Seed 100” list by Business Insider celebrated the top 100 early-stage investors of 2025, showcasing their contributions to diverse industries such as fintech, healthcare, AI, defense, and blockchain.
• Indian Startups Raised Over $76 Million from April 21 to April 26, 2025 (April 27, 2025): Seventeen Indian startups across sectors like fintech, healthtech, and edtech raised over $76.47 million during April 21-26, with Uniqus Consultech securing $20 million. This funding surge highlighted the resilience and diversity of India’s startup ecosystem amid global economic challenges. Source: Indian Startup News.
• Indian Start-ups See Renewed Investor Interest; Funding Rises 23% Amid Cautious Optimism: Report (April 3, 2025): A report noted a 23% increase in startup funding in India, with a 27% rise in deal volume and a 2.1X increase in new tech startups (32,000–35,000). The data reflected cautious optimism among investors, driven by India’s growing innovation ecosystem and supportive policies. Source: Business Today.
• The U.S. increased its share of global funding, raising about 62% of the total in April. China remained the second-largest country for venture funding. Specific regions like Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH region) saw over $1.3 billion in disclosed funding, with strong momentum in deep tech and AI. Sri Lanka is also highlighted as an emerging startup hub.

Sustainability & Climate Tech

• Focus on Sustainable Growth: The “growth at all costs” mentality is fading. Startups are increasingly shifting focus from rapid user acquisition to sustainable impact and profitability. Bootstrapped tech startups are gaining prominence, balancing cash flow with creativity and focusing on building products people will pay for.

• Green tech startups are flourishing, focusing on clean energy, waste reduction, and sustainable infrastructure. Governments’ commitments to net-zero emissions are creating fertile ground for startups in renewable energy and carbon capture.
• Sustainability is becoming integral to business models, with startups embedding eco-friendly practices into their operations. This includes sustainable supply chains, circular economy initiatives, and carbon-neutral operations.

Thought Leadership

• Grant Sabatier, an investor and author, emphasized the benefits of entrepreneurship in 2025, noting that it’s easier and more cost-effective to start a business now than ever before. He advocates for leveraging AI to create software products and tools, suggesting that learning AI skills is crucial for staying competitive in the job market.

Women in Entrepreneurship

• A 2024 Gusto report revealed that women-owned startups accounted for 49% of all new businesses, up from 29% in 2019. Notably, 54% of new AAPI and Black-owned businesses were founded by women. Despite this growth, women entrepreneurs remain 75% less likely to receive equity financing than men, often relying on personal debt and social networks for funding.

Wharton Professor Discusses Entrepreneurial Success (April 20, 2025):

• Lori Rosenkopf, Vice Dean of Entrepreneurship at Wharton, discussed her book “Unstoppable Entrepreneurs: 7 Paths for Unleashing Successful Startups and Creating Value through Innovation.” She emphasized the role of microbusinesses, side hustles, and collaboration in avoiding entrepreneurial isolation, offering actionable insights for founders. Source: Yahoo Finance

A to Z Global Startup Highlights

Australia

• Startup Ecosystem Growth: Australia’s startup ecosystem continued to flourish, with increased investments in sectors like fintech, healthtech, and clean energy. Notably, several Australian startups secured significant funding rounds, contributing to the country’s innovation landscape.

Brazil

• Mombak’s Reforestation Efforts: Brazilian reforestation startup Mombak raised $30 million in a Series A funding round led by Union Square Ventures. The company focuses on restoring degraded farmland in the Amazon rainforest and selling carbon credits to companies aiming to offset emissions.  

Cameroon

• Cameroon-based Enko Education raised $24 million to expand its network of international schools across Africa, aiming to increase access to high-quality education.  

Chile

• Women Entrepreneurs Fund: Sercotec launched the “Capital Pioneras” program, allocating over $1.5 billion to support women starting businesses in traditionally male-dominated sectors like construction and mining.
• SME Training Initiatives: In collaboration with the University of Chile, Sercotec offered free courses on digitalization, AI, and sustainability to strengthen SMEs.

China

• Narwal, a home robotics startup based in Shenzhen, raised $100 million in a Series C+ funding round led by Hillhouse Capital and Sequoia China. The investment will support global expansion and further innovation in automated home cleaning technologies.
• Portless, a logistics startup, secured $18 million in Series A funding led by Commerce Ventures. The company specializes in rapid shipping from China, adapting to recent U.S. tariff changes by implementing alternative customs strategies like Type 11 entries. This approach allows them to pay duties upfront for client brands and bill them later, ensuring efficient supply chain solutions amid policy shifts. 

 Colombia

• Fair Payments Recognition: The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism honored companies that demonstrated timely payments to suppliers, fostering MSME growth through improved cash flow.

Costa Rica

• Entrepreneurship Day Celebrations: In observance of World Entrepreneurship Day on April 16, the Ministry released guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs.
• EXPOPYME 2025 Announcement: Preparations commenced for the Official EXPOPYME 2025 event, aimed at promoting small and medium-sized enterprises.

Egypt

• Bokra’s Sukuk Issuance: Islamic fintech startup Bokra raised $59 million through a sukuk issuance, a notable achievement following its $4.6 million pre-seed round.
• Startup Acquisitions: ADVA was acquired by Maseera, and MoneyFellows secured $13 million to digitize traditional savings and expand into Morocco.

France

• Chipiron’s MRI Innovation: French startup Chipiron raised $17 million to develop portable and affordable MRI scanners, aiming to disrupt the $10 billion MRI market and improve accessibility to medical imaging. 

Germany

• 1Komma5’s IPO Postponement: Clean energy startup 1Komma5 delayed its planned U.S. IPO due to market uncertainties stemming from U.S. trade policies.

India

• Garuda Aerospace Funding: The Chennai-based drone technology company raised $11.6 million in Series B funding to enhance its manufacturing and R&D capabilities.
• India’s Harvested Robotics raised ₹5 crore in seed funding to advance its AI-powered laser weeding technology for sustainable farming.  

• Optimised Electrotech Investment: Ahmedabad’s defence-tech firm secured $6 million to develop AI-driven surveillance systems.
• Magma’s Sustainable Solutions: Also based in Ahmedabad, Magma obtained $5 million to advance sustainable industrial solutions.
• Peppermint Robotics’ Growth: The Pune-based robotics company raised $4 million to expand its autonomous cleaning and material-handling robots.
• Finance Professionals’ Entrepreneurial Shift: A survey revealed that 63% of Indian finance professionals aspire to pursue entrepreneurship over traditional corporate roles. This shift indicates a growing desire among accountants and finance experts in India to leverage their skills in self-driven ventures.
• Haryana’s MSME Development: The state government launched a ₹170 crore initiative to establish 11 MSME clusters, enhancing industrial competence and infrastructure.
• WTFund: An Indian entrepreneurial platform targeting founders under the age of 25, WTFund launched its third cohort, named C1/25. The initiative offers non-dilutive grants of Rs 20 lakh to selected startups, providing young entrepreneurs with financial aid and expert guidance.  
• Bharat Startup Grand Challenge: Launched by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on National Startup Day 2025, this initiative aims to address issues in sectors including renewable energy, agritech, healthcare, robotics, blockchain, and semiconductors. The challenge offers cash prizes, funding, mentoring support, and capacity-building opportunities to startups.
• India’s Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) partnered with the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) to support climate-tech startups through funding and mentorship.
• 45 Startups Showcase Growing Tribal Entrepreneurship in India (April 6, 2025): An event organized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs spotlighted 45 startups, highlighting the growing influence of tribal entrepreneurs in India’s startup ecosystem. This initiative emphasized inclusive entrepreneurship, showcasing startups across various sectors and marking a significant step toward empowering tribal talent within India’s broader entrepreneurial landscape. Source: Social News XYZ.
• 70% of Women Entrepreneurs Want to Improve Their Financial, Marketing, and Digital Skills: Study (April 30, 2025): A study revealed that 70% of women entrepreneurs in Tier 2, Tier 3, and beyond towns in India are seeking to enhance their financial, marketing, and digital skills. This finding underscores the need for targeted skill development programs to support women-led startups in smaller cities, reflecting a growing focus on gender inclusivity in India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Source: Business Today.
• AMU Innovation Foundation and Nexcope Shine at Startup Mahakumbh 2025 (April 3-5, 2025): The Aligarh Muslim University Innovation Foundation (AMUIF) showcased its incubated startups, including Nexcope, at Startup Mahakumbh 2025 in New Delhi. Supported by the Department of Science and Technology’s NIDHI scheme, the event highlighted AMU’s role as a hub for technological entrepreneurship, fostering innovation and collaboration on a global stage. Source: India Education Diary.
• CSIR Startup Conclave Hyderabad 2025 (April 22, 2025): The Startup Conclave Hyderabad 2025 featured 80 startups incubated in Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) labs, focusing on deep-tech innovations in healthcare, chemical, and geophysical sectors. Inaugurated by Union Minister Jitendra Singh, the event inspired young innovators and underscored India’s growing emphasis on science-driven entrepreneurship. Source: The Times of India.
• ‘Deep Tech Requires a New Breed of Entrepreneurs…’: Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Next Innovation Wave in Startups (April 8, 2025): At the India Global Forum in Mumbai, Rajeev Chandrasekhar emphasized the need for a new breed of entrepreneurs to drive deep-tech innovation. His remarks highlighted the evolving demands of India’s startup ecosystem, particularly in areas like AI, biotech, and advanced manufacturing, signaling a shift toward high-impact technologies. Source: Business Today.
• Figma Files for IPO (April 16, 2025): Design software startup Figma filed paperwork for an initial public offering (IPO), a significant milestone for the tech startup market. The move signaled confidence in the sector despite economic uncertainties caused by global trade disruptions, particularly U.S. tariffs, and inspired entrepreneurs eyeing public markets. Source: TechCrunch on X.
• From Tribal Entrepreneurs to Global Investors: Startup Mahakumbh 2025 (April 3-5, 2025): The second Startup Mahakumbh at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi featured 3,000 startups from 21+ Indian states and 64 countries, with a Rs 50 crore grant challenge. Industry leaders like Sanjeev Bikhchandani emphasized its role in fostering global entrepreneurial practices, connecting founders with investors and thought leaders. Source: Times Now.

Japan

• Rapidus Investment Plan: The Japanese government announced a $1.3 billion investment in semiconductor company Rapidus for fiscal year 2025 to support commercial production by 2027.
• Japanese VC firm Globis Capital Partners led a 480 million yen investment in sports DX startup Knowhere and participated in a $21 million Series A round for sustainable metal manufacturing startup Sun Metalon.  

Kenya

• Ilara Health: A healthcare startup, Ilara Health secured $1 million in debt funding from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. The company provides equipment and resources support for private outpatient clinics in peri-urban and rural areas, offering diagnostic devices, health management systems, and pharmaceuticals. The funding will help Ilara Health improve service delivery and introduce working capital loans for clinics.
• Triply a travel tech startup was selected for Y Combinator’s W24 batch, receiving $125,000 in funding to empower travel businesses across Africa.  

Morocco

• GITEX Africa 2025: Scheduled for April 14–16 in Marrakesh, this event aimed to showcase Africa’s advancements in AI, connectivity, and digital finance, with participation from over 400 investors managing $250 billion in assets.

Nigeria

• Broadband Penetration Growth: Nigeria’s broadband penetration increased to 48.15% in April, up from 47.73% in March, indicating progress towards improved digital infrastructure. 

Phillipines

• Fintech Founder Charged with Fraud for ‘AI’ Shopping App (April 11, 2025): A fintech startup founder, formerly with Meta, faced fraud charges after their “AI-powered” shopping app was revealed to be powered by human workers in the Philippines. The scandal sparked discussions about transparency and ethics in AI-driven startups, raising concerns for investors and founders alike. Source: TechCrunch on X.

Saudi Arabia

• Startup Funding Leadership: Saudi Arabia led the MENA region in startup funding for April, attracting $158.5 million across eight deals, including a significant $135 million pre-IPO round by iMENA Group.
• Forus, a peer-to-peer lending platform founded by Nosaibah Al-Rajhi, secured a $60 million credit facility from Fasanara Capital. This funding aims to provide over $150 million in working capital loans to Saudi SMEs, addressing financing gaps for businesses lacking traditional banking access.
• vminds.ai, an AI startup founded by Ahmed Al-Mashhadi, closed a six-figure pre-seed funding round. The company plans to launch its intelligent, self-learning platform for individuals and enterprises by Q3 2025.

 South Africa

• hearX’s Major Merger: Healthtech startup hearX merged with U.S.-based Eargo, resulting in a $100 million deal.
• Stitch’s Funding Round: Fintech company Stitch secured $55 million in follow-on funding to develop end-to-end payment solutions across Africa.
• FARO: A recommerce fashion startup raised $6 million in seed funding. The company tackles textile waste by acquiring unsold inventory from major brands and reselling them at discounted prices. With the new capital, FARO plans to scale its operations to 1,000 stores within a decade and expand into other African markets.
• Insight Terra a Climate-tech startup Insight Terra secured $5.7 million in a Series A extension to scale its environmental risk monitoring platform.

South Korea

• ProtoPie secured $21 million in Series B funding to drive global expansion of its prototyping platform. 

United Arab Emirates (UAE)

• BioSapien a healthtech startup secured $7 million in an extended pre-Series A round to accelerate clinical trials for its MediChip™ product.  
• UAE-based agri-fintech Maalexi secured a $3 million debt financing facility from Citi to support its agriculture-focused financial services.  

United Kingdom

• Innovate UK: Tom Adeyoola, the new executive chair of Innovate UK, highlighted concerns over the UK’s innovation ecosystem, particularly the shortage of growth capital for scaling promising technology firms. He emphasized the need for effective mechanisms to help startups grow into global giants and mentioned plans to legislate to compel pension funds to invest in UK enterprises.  
• Cambridge’s Commercialization Drive: University of Cambridge leaders emphasized the need to enhance the UK’s ability to commercialize scientific innovations, highlighting initiatives like the Founders program to bridge research and investment gaps.
• Economic Revitalization Proposal: David Ross, co-founder of Carphone Warehouse, advocated for policies to support small businesses and innovation, suggesting the establishment of innovation zones and tax reforms.

 United States

• Katy’s Entrepreneurial Recognition: Katy, Texas, was ranked among the top 10 most entrepreneurial cities in the U.S., with a 12% year-over-year growth in new small businesses, surpassing larger cities like Austin and Houston.
• Plaid’s Funding Round: Open banking fintech Plaid raised approximately $575 million in funding, with new investor Franklin Templeton leading the round.
• Skydio’s Expansion: Autonomous drone maker Skydio raised over $740 million in total venture funding, reaching a $2.5 billion valuation.  
• Coworker: Founded by former Uber managers Alex Calder and Bradford Church, this San Francisco-based startup raised $13 million in seed funding. Coworker develops AI “teammates” designed to execute high-level workplace tasks such as research, planning, code writing, and sales support. The funding round was led by Jeff Huber at Triatomic Capital, with participation from Abstract Ventures, Operator Collective, Eniac Ventures, and K2 Access Fund. 
• Exaforce: A cybersecurity startup based in San Jose, California, Exaforce secured $75 million in a Series A funding round led by Khosla Ventures and Mayfield Fund. The company is developing an AI-powered security operations center platform called Exabots, designed to filter out false positives in cybersecurity alert systems, thereby reducing workload and improving response times for real threats. 
• RGV Startup Week 2025 (April 25-27, 2025): The Rio Grande Valley (RGV) Startup Week in Harlingen, Texas, kicked off with a three-day Startup Boot Camp sponsored by Methodist United Healthcare Ministries and VelocityTX. The event featured a fireside chat with former Mexican President Vicente Fox and sessions on e-commerce and youth entrepreneurship, supporting regional startup growth. Source: Yahoo Finance.

🎙️A–Z Podcasts

🔗 Confessions of a Female Founder

• Release: April 8, 2025
• Host: Meghan Markle

🔗 ETA Insider

• Release: April 30, 2025

🔗 Startups For the Rest of Us

• Release: April 15, 22, 29, 2025
• Host: Rob Walling

🔗 The Burnouts

• Release: April 2025
• Hosts: Phoebe Gates & Sophia Kianni

🔗 The Startup Podcast

• Release: April 17, 24, 2025
• Hosts: Chris Saad & Yaniv Bernstein

🔗 Finance Podcast on Global Economic Shifts (April 28, 2025): This podcast, highlighted by Vulture, addressed the economic disruptions caused by the second Trump administration’s tariffs in April 2025. Hosts Alloway and Weisenthal explored implications for startups, focusing on supply chain challenges and funding strategies in a volatile market. Source: Vulture.

🔗 Spotify’s $100 Million Payout to Podcasters    (April 28, 2025): Spotify’s new program paid $100 million to podcasters, including those covering entrepreneurship, enhancing their reach in the creator economy. This initiative supported startup-focused content creators, amplifying their influence in the ecosystem. Source: The New York Times.

🔗 Startup Cornell Podcast: Episode 43, Tech Company Co-founder John Bicket is Cornell’s 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year (April 4, 2025): This episode featured John Bicket, CTO of Samsara, discussing his entrepreneurial journey as the 2025 Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, and the Entrepreneurship at Cornell website, it offered insights into building a successful tech startup. Sources: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, Cornell Eship.

🔗 Sure Shot Entrepreneur Podcast: Master Your Technical Edge, Solve the Right Problem, and Scale Big with Andrew Cleland (April 2025): Part of Techstars’ updates, this podcast discussed strategies for leveraging technical skills, solving market problems, and scaling startups, offering practical advice for founders. Source: Techstars Update.

🔗 20VC (The Twenty Minute VC): Harry Stebbings continues to deliver interviews with top investors, operators, and founders. Likely covered AI investing, global LP trends, and emerging fund managers in April.

 🔗 A16z Podcast (Andreessen Horowitz): A staple for tech, business models, and startup strategy. Their AI-focused mini-series and deep dives into biotech, defense tech, and decentralization would have been relevant in April.

 🔗 Business Wars (Wondery): Narrates corporate rivalries. In April 2025, new seasons likely covered battles shaping the next economy, such as “OpenAI vs. Google DeepMind” or “Tesla vs. BYD.”

 🔗 Entrepreneurs on Fire (John Lee Dumas): Continued to feature interviews with successful entrepreneurs, offering advice and insights.

🔗 Founders (David Senra): Regularly releases episodes based on biographies of entrepreneurs, providing timeless lessons.

 🔗 How I Built This (Guy Raz): Continued to feature in-depth conversations with well-known entrepreneurs, revealing their founding stories.

 🔗 My First Million (Sam Parr and Shaan Puri): Explores innovative strategies and business ideas, identifying market opportunities relevant to April 2025.

🔗 Planet Money (NPR): Continued to use storytelling to explain economic concepts relevant to business and startups.

🔗 The Tim Ferriss Show (Tim Ferriss): Likely featured interviews with world-class achievers, potentially covering peak founder routines, mental resilience, and unorthodox innovation paths.

🔗 This Week in Startups (Jason Calacanis): Provides weekly coverage of significant advantages for SMBs and startups, offering entrepreneurial advice on current events.

 🔗 Youpreneur (Chris Ducker): Focused on building personal brands, launching online services/products, and monetizing skills, with episodes released weekly.

📺 A–Z Videos

🔗 AICTE Sponsored FDP on Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Date: April 21–25, 2025

🔗 Aaj Ki Baat – Startup Mahakumbh Coverage

Date: April 4, 2025

🔗 Entrepreneurship Clinic – April Edition

   Date: April 24, 2025

🔗 Oyo Founder Ritesh Agarwal and Sadhguru Discussion

Date: April 21, 2025

🔗 Upfront Advertising Pitches: Video Podcasts as the Next Big Pitch (April 2025, published May 14, 2025, referencing April events): Video podcasts emerged as a platform for startup pitches during media companies’ annual advertising events in April 2025. Shows like “The Triple Option” and “Throwbacks” were highlighted at the 2025 NFL Draft, showcasing startups’ use of video for visibility. Source: CNBC.

🔗 VNTR: How Techstars Invested in 5,000 Startups & 22 Unicorns (April 2025): This video featured David Cohen discussing Techstars’ investments in 5,000 startups, including 22 unicorns, providing insights into the organization’s impact on the global startup ecosystem. Source: Techstars Update.

🔗 Dragons’ Den / Shark Tank: These shows continue to air new seasons globally, featuring pitches from founders and investment decisions from seasoned entrepreneurs. New episodes in April would have showcased recent startup ideas and the challenges of securing funding.

🔗 The Profit (Marcus Lemonis): Continues to feature Marcus Lemonis turning around struggling businesses, providing real-world insights into business operations, finance, and partnerships, relevant to entrepreneurs facing similar issues.

Sources: Chat GPT, Grok & Gemini.