From Unicorns to Cautionary Tales: The Rise and Fall of Billion-Dollar Startups
Over the past decade, the technology sector has witnessed a surge in so-called unicorn startups valued at over $1 billion, which are often hailed as the new disruptors. However, alongside each success story, such as Stripe or Byju’s, there are tales of startups that soared to great heights, raised enormous funds, but failed to take…
Vipin Kumar
Built to Last: What Makes Companies Thrive for Decades
The life cycle of an organisation in the S&P 500 has shortened significantly from 61 years in 1958 to about 18 years today, according to McKinsey & Company. However, some companies not only survive but also thrive for over a hundred years. Consider companies like IBM, Siemens, Tata, and 3M, which have reinvented themselves multiple…
Shipra Prajapati
Tech boosts decisions; humans keep control
The rise of AI-powered co-pilots and smart assistants embedded into work processes is reshaping the concept of leadership as we understand it. CEOs, CFOs, and COOs are no longer solely relying on their intuition or human analysts. Modern leaders now have access to AI-driven dashboards that advise on where to allocate capital, AI models that…
Himanshu
CEO Activism: When Business Leaders Become Change-Makers
The modern, hyper-connected, socially conscious global business environment does not see CEOs merely as agents of shareholder value; they are expected to be moral beacons. CEO activism is increasingly a key aspect of corporate leadership on issues like climate change, racial justice, geopolitical concerns, and gender equality. However, the question remains whether business leaders should…
Abdullah Ansari
Trading with Fibonacci Retracement in Crypto
The crypto market moves fast, and whether you’re new to trading or already experienced, having the right tools makes a big difference. One of the most trusted tools for analyzing crypto price movements is Fibonacci Retracement. Traders use it to spot possible support and resistance areas, key points where prices may pause or reverse. By…
John David
When Smart Devices Become Dumb Risks: The IoT Security Crisis
In the rush to digitise operations, businesses have embedded Internet of Things (IoT) devices deep into their infrastructure, ultimately controlling everything from climate systems to production lines. However, while these devices enhance efficiency, they’re often deployed without proper oversight, leaving significant gaps in enterprise security. These unmanaged endpoints aren’t just blind spots; they’re active vulnerabilities,…
Yash Sharma
How confidence, clarity, and credibility fuel leadership growth
The concept of executive presence is said to be invisible yet dictates who reaches the top. It’s not just competence or charisma, but also projecting confidence, credibility, and composure in a way that builds trust and encourages individuals to take on leadership roles. The Center for Talent Innovation (CTI) reports that 26% of executives see…
ABHYUDAYA MITTAL
Why smart leaders know when to invent and when to adapt
Innovation has been celebrated as the lifeblood of the technology industry, but the reality is more complex. While giants of Silicon Valley such as Apple and Google are praised as leaders of innovation, much of the tech world operates on the edge of innovation and imitation. Replication or strategic adaptation has allowed companies to surpass…
Make In India – Best Manufacturers 2025
Make In India – Best Manufacturers 2025 What began in 2014 under “Make in India” as a drive toward self-reliance has quietly turned into one of the country’s most meaningful manufacturing stories. In 2023-24, India’s manufacturing Gross Value Added rose by 11.9 percent, showing renewed strength across factories and new projects. The sector now makes…
Putin Visits India, Russia-India Signed 16 Agreements
India and Russia signed 16 agreements covering defence, trade, economy, healthcare, academia, culture, and media. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a joint press conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit in New Delhi. During this meeting, Narendra Modi said that the India-Russia friendship will give the courage to overcome challenges,…
