Startup Funding

Embedded lending technology platform Intellend raises $1.2 million from Incubate Fund Asia

Intellend Technologies Advisors, a fully digital and embedded lending technology platform focused on bridging India’s MSME credit gap, has raised $1.2 million (Rs 10.6 crore) in a seed funding round. The round was led by Incubate Fund Asia, with participation from M Venture Partners, Atrium Angels, and angel investor Dhananjay Tiwari. Intellend will use the funds to strengthen the team, build on the product roadmap, and execute on the envisioned GTM strategy. Founded in May 2025 by Brotish Das (CEO), Som Chatterjee (COO), and Bodhisattwa Gupta (CBO), Intellend is building a full-stack “lending-as-a-service” platform designed for digital merchant ecosystems. The startup enables seamless, embedded credit access for underserved MSMEs using advanced data analytics, AI-driven underwriting, and technology-led risk assessment. It partners with digital merchant ecosystems and financial institutions to offer affordable loans at the point of need in a risk-balanced manner. Intellend will use ...

Government Jobs

Assam positions youth workforce for AI era at world economic forum

Assam is taking steps to future-proof its workforce as automation and artificial intelligence begin to reshape jobs and industries, chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday, 20th January. The state is focusing on skill development that aligns closely with emerging technologies, while leveraging its relatively young population. Speaking on the second day of the [...] The post Assam positions youth workforce for AI era at world economic forum appeared first on HR Katha .

Layoffs / Restructuring

Capgemini to cut up to 2,400 roles in France as AI shift reshapes operations

Capgemini is preparing to reduce its workforce in France by as many as 2,400 employees as part of a broader restructuring exercise aimed at aligning the business with artificial intelligence-led demand and addressing softness in certain service lines. The planned reduction will be carried out largely through voluntary departures. The move will impact nearly 7 [...] The post Capgemini to cut up to 2,400 roles in France as AI shift reshapes operations appeared first on HR Katha .