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Ola goes against Microsoft! | Roundup #152 | The Startup Operator

May 28, 2024
33:09

In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan delve into the hottest headlines from India's burgeoning startup ecosystem. They cover a variety of topics including a feud between Ola and Microsoft, highlights from Microsoft’s Build Developer Conference, and Google’s potential acquisition of HubSpot.  The show features insightful views on the strategies and implications of these developments, along with some engaging cricket commentary and industry gossip.

00:00 Introduction
00:34 A Quick Movie Recommendation: Aavesham
00:52 India's Startup Ecosystem: Feuds, Acquisitions, and Innovations
04:00 Microsoft vs. Ola: A Feud Over Cloud Infrastructure
09:08 Microsoft's Build Developer Conference Highlights
11:27 Google's Potential Acquisition of HubSpot
16:53 Celebrating Founders and Big Acquisitions
17:49 Google's Drone Ventures in India
18:10 The Surge of Drone Startups and Policies in India
20:29 The Growing Appeal of Indian IPO Markets for Tech Companies
24:04 The Rise of Tech-Based Insurance Companies in India
27:27 Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and Their Impact
28:41 A Week in Fintech Fundraising
29:35 The Debate on Founders' Time Investment in Podcasts and Events
32:56 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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