Why Freshworks Fired 1000+ (While Buying Back Stock) | Roundup #165 | Startup Operator

In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan cover the latest and most impactful headlines from India's startup ecosystem. They start with Swiggy's second-largest IPO of the year, Zomato's innovations, Freshworks' recent layoffs and simultaneous stock buyback, and ISRO's new partnership with IIT Madras. They also discuss Elon Musk's Starlink seeking permission for satellite broadband in India and the closure of Stowa's alternate MBA program.

Topics:

00:00 Introduction

00:44 Opening comments

01:19 Major Headlines

02:28 US Elections and Tech Influence

06:05 Swiggy's Market Debut

09:22 Zomato's New Features

12:39 Freshworks Layoffs and Buyback

17:43 ISRO and IIT Madras Partnership

19:44 Starlink's Entry into India

23:11 Stoa's Shutdown and Reflections

25:53 Weekly Fundraisers and Wrap-Up

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