New Delhi, Feb 10: In a significant step toward strengthening digital education in government schools, Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta, inaugurated 100 advanced […]
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From ideas to authorship: TEDxMahindraUniversity 2026 explores ‘unwritten futures’
Hyderabad/ New Delhi, Feb 10: TEDxMahindraUniversity successfully concluded its latest edition, bringing together students for a day of ideas, reflection and collective imagination. Designed as a platform to […]
Kalidas ka Kathalok Festival Concludes at Purana Qila, Delhi
Kalidas ka Kathalok, a two-day cultural festival curated by Samay Yaan in collaboration with IGNCA, concludes at Purana Qila, New Delhi New Delhi, Feb 10: Delhi […]
Enabling Safer, Smarter Banking with TVS Electronics Solutions
Chennai, Feb 10: TVS Electronics (TVSE), a leading player offering integrated end-to-end electronic solutions, highlights its comprehensive ‘Make in India’ hardware portfolio for BFSI sector, ensuring trusted, safe […]
Sattva Group Expands National Footprint with 8 Mn Sq Ft Urban Redevelopment in Mumbai
Mumbai, Feb 10: Sattva Group, one of India’s long-standing real estate developers, today announced its formal entry into the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) with six […]
Databricks Reaches Record Revenue Run-Rate, Secures Major Funding to Accelerate AI and Lakebase
Feb 10: Databricks, the Data and AI company, today announced it crossed a $5.4 billion revenue run-rate, delivering >65% year-over-year growth during its 4. Building on this momentum, Databricks is completing investments in the company in excess of $7 billion, including ~$5B of equity financing at a $134 billion valuation and ~$2B of additional debt capacity. With this new funding, the company will accelerate Lakebase, its serverless Postgres database built for AI agents, and Genie, its conversational AI assistant that lets any employee chat with their data. This financing drew strong participation from both new and returning investors. JPMorgan Chase expanded its investment in the company through its Security and Resiliency Initiative’s newly formed Strategic Investment Group. In addition to previously disclosed participants in the Series L round, the additional close also included Glade Brook Capital, Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, funds affiliated with Neuberger, Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), funds associated with UBS, and others. The credit facilities were led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., alongside Barclays, Citi, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley, with participation from other leading financial institutions and alternative asset managers. Financial momentum This investment follows continued strong momentum across Databricks’ business in Q4: Surpassing a $5.4 billion revenue run-rate, growing >65% year-over-year. Delivering positive free cash flow over the last 12 months. Crossing a $1.4 billion revenue run rate for its AI products. Sustaining a net retention rate of>140%. >800 customers consuming at over $1 million annual revenue run-rate. >70 customers consuming at over $10 million annual revenue run-rate. “We’re seeing overwhelming investor interest in our next chapter as we go after two new markets,” said Ali Ghodsi, co-founder and CEO of Databricks. “With this new capital, we’ll double down on Lakebase so developers can create operational databases built for AI agents. At the same time, we’re investing in Genie to let every employee chat with their data, driving accurate and actionable insights.” “Databricks is a generational company that has become a backbone for enterprise data and AI, helping organizations across critical sectors seize opportunities and overcome challenges,” said Todd Combs, Head of the Strategic Investment Group for JPMorganChase’s Security and Resiliency Initiative. “This initial investment reflects the strength of Databricks’ secure platform and continues to support their innovative, production‑scale applications that serve customers around the world.” Building the future of Data + AI The company will use the funding to advance Lakebase, a serverless Postgres database built for the age of AI that helps customers build data and AI applications faster on a unified platform. Databricks will also scale investments in Genie, its conversational AI assistant, expanding natural‑language capabilities that make data and AI accessible to every corner of the business. The company also expects to use the funds to advance AI research, pursue strategic acquisitions, and provide employee liquidity.
ACPL Exports enters the domestic D2C silver jewellery market with the launch of TrueSilver
New Delhi, India, Feb 10: ACPL Exports, has announced the launch of TrueSilver, its first direct-to-consumer (D2C) jewellery brand, marking a strategic expansion into the […]
Greenspace Launches Ashwagandha QA, Pioneering Quantum Ayurveda
Greenspace Herbs Unveils Ashwagandha QA, the World’s First Quantum-Physics–Applied Ayurvedic Supplement Bengaluru, Feb 10: Greenspace Herbs has announced the launch of Ashwagandha QA, a next-generation […]
BIAL advances its Customer-First Approach at BLR Airport through Partnership with Mu Sigma
Bengaluru, Feby 10: Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), the operator of Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport), has entered into a strategic partnership with Mu Sigma, […]
Gifts to Make Your Loved Ones Smile This Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day, love is found in the little things—the thoughtful gestures that bring comfort, confidence, and joy to everyday moments. Beyond grand plans and […]