Prasid Banerjee
Stories by Prasid Banerjee
India: Paytm launches its own mini app store to take on Google
More than 300 apps have joined the Paytm app store.
Google’s Play Store tax sparks calls for an all-Indian app store
The tech giant is charging platforms a 30% fee to use Google Play.
India: Competition laws in focus amid Google, Paytm tussle
CCI had earlier slapped a fine of Rs135.6 crore on Google for abusing its dominant position in web search.
India: ShareChat acquires video production company HPF Films
HPF will be taking care of ShareChat's content operations, digital marketing and more.
S Korean maker of PUBG games scouts for Indian partner to revive fortunes
This comes close on the heels of PUBG Corp. severing ties with Chinese gaming firm Tencent Games.
India’s ShareChat acquires hyperlocal information platform Circle Internet
Circle Internet will be allowed to function independently, though its existing 15-member team will join ShareChat's team.
Gaming giant Nvidia may acquire ARM to gain foothold in mobile ecosystem
ARM owns the intellectual property for pretty much any mobile chipset you see today.
Chinese funding in Indian startups dips in 2020 due to tighter norms
Chinese investments in India in January-July stood at $166m, down from $197m in the year-ago period.
India: User-retention is key for VC firms looking to bet on TikTok rivals
Experts say besides user retention, the other key metrics are time spent, sessions clocked and engagement.
India: ShareChat in talks with Microsoft for $100m investment
ShareChat had last raised $100 million from Twitter at a $650 million valuation.
