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Entrepreneur
a day ago
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Inflection Point Ventures Launches USD 110 Million Angel Fund 'IPV International' via GIFT City
While the fund is sector-agnostic, it will maintain a focus on select high-growth areas You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), an Indian angel investment platform, has launched a new international fund, IPV International, with a total corpus of USD 110 million. The fund, registered as a Category I Angel Fund under GIFT City's International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA), is now operational and marks a step toward broadening cross-border investment access for both domestic and international investors. The first close of the fund took place in April 2025. IPV International has already made its first investment in Singapore-based Cellivate Technologies, a deeptech startup developing a scalable, ethical alternative to fetal bovine serum for use in biotech and pharmaceutical research. While the fund is sector-agnostic, it will maintain a focus on select high-growth areas. Ticket sizes for investments range from USD 100,000 to USD1 million, targeting early to pre-Series A-stage startups. The fund has secured the necessary registration and fund management licenses from IFSCA, enabling full operation within GIFT City's regulatory framework. One key feature of IPV International is its structure, which enables participation from non-resident Indians (NRIs), overseas citizens of India (OCIs), and foreign nationals without requiring Indian tax filings, provided their only India-sourced income is from GIFT City. The fund also eases regulatory barriers for Indian residents looking to invest in foreign startups by bypassing some of the complexities associated with ODI and SEBI approvals. According to IPV, the fund intends to use GIFT City's platform to tap into cross-border opportunities and engage more directly with international startup ecosystems. The framework allows for a unified regulatory regime that aims to be more flexible and innovation-oriented compared to domestic structures. The launch of IPV International follows IPV's six-year track record of startup investments, including over 220 portfolio companies and 50 exits. IPV also operates Physis Capital, a USD 50 million Category II VC fund focused on growth-stage startups. As cross-border capital flows become more central to the global startup ecosystem, IPV International's launch reflects a growing trend among Indian investment platforms to leverage GIFT City's infrastructure for international outreach, investor diversification, and regulatory efficiency.
Mint
25-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
IPV Wealth Wise Partner Summit 2025: A Key Event for Wealth Management in India
A Night of Insight, Recognition, and Collaboration On July 19, 2025, Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) welcomed wealth advisors, investors, and industry professionals for the IPV Wealth Wise Partner Summit and Awards 2025 (South Region) at the Taj MG Road in Bengaluru. The event was attended by South India's top wealth advisors and industry stakeholders, who gathered for an evening hosted by Inflection Point Ventures, one of India's largest Angel investing platform with over 24,000 investors from 45+ countries, nearly a $100M investment in more than 280 startups, and 50 successful exits. Atul Shinghal, Founder & CEO, Scripbox, at the IPV Summit 2025. A key aspect of the evening was the recognition of wealth professionals across 10 distinct categories, including Wealth Management firm of the year and Outstanding Client Portfolio and Relationship Management, among others. From several competitive nominations, wealth advisors were recognized and awarded based on parameters such as expanding Assets Under Management (AUM) and Client Portfolio Curation. The summit acknowledged achievements and served as a networking platform - highlighting the role of wealth managers in facilitating strategic investments in India's startup ecosystem. IPV Wealth Wise Partner Summit 2025 Gaurav Nayak (SVP, IPV) began the event with a warm welcome, encouraging attendees to consider the evening an opportunity to develop partnerships and explore investment areas. Small group discussions and live Q&A segments were encouraged to foster engagement and insight. A notable session was the panel discussion on 'Navigating the new age of wealth management,' featuring Atul Shinghal (Founder & CEO, Scripbox),Tushar Agrawal (CIO, Nuvama Wealth)and Rohan Bajaj (Seasoned Angel Investor) moderated by Ankur Mittal, Co-Founder, IPV. Atul Shinghal highlighted how digital platforms are reshaping investor behavior, with clients increasingly exploring options beyond traditional mutual funds and bonds. Tushar Agrawal built on this by stressing the importance of focusing on overall portfolio strategy rather than individual products—encouraging investors to diversify with high-risk, high-return asset classes like startups. Rohan Bajaj, an investor in companies such as OpenAI and Nutanix, added that allocating a portion of wealth to startups not only enhances portfolio diversity but also provides exposure to innovation and the potential for outsized returns. Wealth advisors, investors, and industry professionals for the IPV Wealth Wise Partner Summit and Awards 2025. The summit acknowledged performance in relationship and portfolio management, recognising professionals who combine integrity with innovation. Emerging startup success stories provided inspiration, illustrating how collaboration contributes to India's startup ecosystem. IPV's Role in Portfolio Transformation In his keynote, Vinay Bansal (CEO & Founder, IPV) explained how IPV's platform aims to provide access to startup investing, managing risk and consistently delivering results over past several years since its inception by providing best in class portfolio returns, allowing wealth managers to integrate growth opportunities alongside traditional assets. To learn more about becoming a partner, click the following : 'Today, advisors can offer clients vetted startup deals with the same rigor as equity or debt,' he explained. By curating high-conviction startup deals and delivering successful exits in the past year, IPV enabled advisors to potentially spread risk across uncorrelated assets and aim for market returns. Informal Learning and Connections Following the knowledge sharing sessions, guests attended a gala dinner. Discussions, brainstorming, and new connections continued into the evening, reflecting the summit's focus on engagement. The Future of Wealth Management As India's wealth sector continues to grow at a projected 12–15% CAGR, this summit suggested that integrating startup investments can benefit both client portfolios and professional practice. The IPV Wealth Wise Partner Summit aims to set a standard, suggesting that the industry's evolution involves combining traditional expertise with innovative opportunities. To learn more about becoming a member, click the following: Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that you shall be subjected to the policies that are applicable to the Platform and by mere use of the Platform, You shall be contracting with IPV and these terms and conditions including the policies constitute Your binding obligations, with IPV. Note to the Reader: This article is part of Mint's promotional consumer connect initiative and is independently created by the brand. Mint assumes no editorial responsibility for the content.
Entrepreneur
17-07-2025
- Automotive
- Entrepreneur
Parkobot Raises INR 2.09 Cr from Inflection Point Ventures to Expand Smart Parking Solutions
The funds will be used to strengthen infrastructure, expand into new cities, upgrade backend systems, and diversify the company's offerings. You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Parkobot has raised INR 2.09 crore in a seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The funding also saw participation from individual investors. The funds will be used to strengthen infrastructure, expand into new cities, upgrade backend systems, and diversify the company's offerings. The company has developed a unique IoT-powered smart barrier system integrated with a mobile application, allowing users to rent out private parking spaces on an hourly basis. This model effectively turns underused parking spots into income-generating assets while addressing urban congestion. Amrit Choudhury, co-founder of Parkobot, said, "Parkobot envisions decongesting India's streets by utilising underutilised private parking spaces, transforming them into revenue-generating assets via our IoT-enabled Parkobot barrier and app. Our goal is to create cleaner skies, less traffic congestion, and seamless urban mobility for all." Parkobot was founded by Amrit Choudhury, Raj Kumar Bihani, and Animesh Mukherjee. The startup operates as a real-time, on-demand parking solution. Its system supports automated, pre-booked parking with minimal manual effort. It currently facilitates more than 20,000 bookings per month and is built on proprietary technology, including scalable IoT devices and an in-house parking management platform. Mitesh Shah, co-founder of Inflection Point Ventures, stated, "Urban parking is a huge challenge facing today's cities. Poor planning and lack of proper parking spaces lead to encroachment on roads, illegal parking and congestion. However, Parkobot is driving the change by bringing in technology and smart parking systems that provide real-time availability of parking spaces and making underutilized private parking spaces available to the public." Parkobot continues to operate in stealth mode as it prepares for broader market expansion.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Parkobot raises ₹2.09 crore in seed funding from Inflection Point Ventures
Parkobot, a start-up offering an IoT-enabled platform for private parking space monetisation, on Thursday said it has raised ₹2.09 crore in a seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The round also saw participation from high-net-worth individuals. The Kolkata-based company, which is still in stealth mode, plans to use the capital to expand infrastructure, strengthen its backend systems, and grow its presence in new markets. Described as an ' Airbnb for parking ', Parkobot enables private parking owners to rent out their unused spaces on an hourly basis through a connected app and proprietary IoT barrier system. The model aims to address urban challenges related to parking availability and road congestion by bringing underutilised private parking slots into the public domain. The platform operates on a full-stack, in-house tech infrastructure and uses smart automation to streamline parking management. Parkobot said it currently manages high-footfall locations and has recorded over 20,000 monthly bookings through its smart parking management system, which includes pre-booking features and automated boom barriers. The company's founder, Amrit Choudhury, said the broader objective is to improve urban mobility by offering a decentralised alternative to traditional parking infrastructure . The startup is targeting a total addressable market of $114 billion globally, with India accounting for $9.5 billion of that value, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5 per cent. Its strategy hinges on offering real-time, location-based booking capabilities while reducing manual oversight.
Entrepreneur
10-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Clean Fanatics Raises USD 2 Mn Led by Inflection Point Ventures to Expand Home Services Platform
The Bengaluru-based company plans to deploy the funds to expand its team, upgrade its technology infrastructure, and enter new verticals including civil construction and home renovation. You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Clean Fanatics, a premium home services platform, has raised INR 17 crore (USD 2 million) in a seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The round also saw participation from Blume Founders Fund, Let's Venture, Trica, TiE Angels, and other notable angel investors. The Bengaluru-based company plans to deploy the funds to expand its team, upgrade its technology infrastructure, and enter new verticals including civil construction and home renovation. Founded in October 2024 by BJ Arun, Clean Fanatics offers deep cleaning, painting, marble polishing, and renovation services, positioning itself as a high-quality, tech-enabled marketplace for home services. Currently servicing over 2,500 homes monthly in Bengaluru, the company is generating a monthly recurring revenue (MRR) of INR 2 crore. With an impressive growth trajectory, Clean Fanatics has scaled its revenues 8X over the last 24 months and holds a stellar average rating of 4.9 out of 5 from over 22,000 Google reviews. Mitesh Shah, Co-founder of IPV, said, "The home-related services market in India is still largely unorganised. Clean Fanatics stands out by consistently delivering on professionalism and punctuality. We believe platforms like these, which balance consumer satisfaction with partner success, are poised to dominate the market." BJ Arun, Co-founder and CEO, added, "Partnering with IPV has been immensely rewarding. Their thorough diligence reflects a deep belief in our mission. We're thrilled to have them on board as we expand Clean Fanatics into new horizons." "What stood out with IPV was the speed, transparency and the will to go beyond the regular funding diligence," said Nishant Prasad, Co-founder and COO, Clean Fanatics.
