India’s startups bag billions as VC confidence surges

Startups in India are experiencing renewed momentum of investor confidence, with venture capital funding in 2024 reaching $11.3 billion. The upswing marks a 43% increase from 2023’s $7.9 billion, according to data from GlobalData. Deal volume also moved up, with 1,168 transactions recorded, a 6% rise from the previous year’s 1,102. Aurojyoti Bose, Lead Analyst […]

Consumer Confidence in Belize Reaches Year-High in December, Climbing to 48.0

lovefm.com - 31/Jan 01:49

Consumer confidence in Belize saw a significant boost in December 2024, reaching an index score of 48.0; the highest level recorded for the year. ...

Diaspora Remittances Surge to $4.18 Billion in 2024 Amid CBN Reforms

thecheernews.com - 31/Jan 07:21

By DAYO ADESULU Nigeria’s Diaspora Remittances Jump 79.4% in 2024, Reaching $4.18 Billion CBN Governor Highlights Policy Success at Monetary Policy...

Global travel rebounds with 4.89 billion passengers in 2024

cyprus-mail.com - 31/Jan 10:33

Global air travel revenues surged in 2024, with passenger numbers reaching a record 4.89 billion as demand rose 10.4 per cent over the previous year,...

North minimum wage remains at €1,168 despite appeal to raise it

cyprus-mail.com - 30/Jan 15:41

The north’s minimum wage determination commission on Thursday ruled against an appeal to raise the minimum wage further, after it had been set at a...

Nigeria’s Instant Payment Transactions Hit Record N1.07 Quadrillion in 2024

thecheernews.com - 30/Jan 14:11

By DAYO ADESULU Nigeria Sees Unprecedented Growth in Digital Payments The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) has reported a massive surge in...

International Tourism Fully Recovered from Covid; Set to Grow Strongly in 2025

ittn.ie - 21/Jan 15:16

International tourism completed its full recovery from the Covid pandemic last year, with 1.4 billion international tourist arrivals recorded...

Hybird Energy Secures €2.4M to Revolutionize Energy Management for Commercial Real Estate

oresundstartups.com - 28/Jan 08:01

Copenhagen-based startup Hybird Energy has raised € 2.4 million in funding to scale its innovative AI-powered energy management solutions. The round...