Bengaluru ranks 14 in global startups, fifth in AI and big data
BENGALURU: Bengaluru has jumped seven spots to rank 14 in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) 2025, up from 21 last year. The city ranked fifth globally in AI & Big Data.
The GSER 2025, published by Startup Genome and released at VivaTech 2025 in Paris, evaluates ecosystems across key parameters, performance, funding, market reach, talent and experience, and knowledge along with a new focus on AI-native capabilities. At VivaTech 2025, Karnataka IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge spoke at a high-level panel discussion on AI disruption and startup ecosystem futures. 'This ranking is not just a number; it reflects the structural resilience and readiness of Karnataka's innovation economy,' Kharge stated.
He detailed Karnataka's multi-pronged strategy; including Innoverse open innovation platform, Beyond Bengaluru regional startup mission, and Nipuna Karnataka, a skilling initiative targeting over a million professionals.
The state is also fostering enterprise-startup collaboration via its growing Global Capability Center (GCC) network and supporting Deep Tech with dedicated funding for AI, biotech and robotics.
Bengaluru now stands shoulder-to-shoulder with global hubs like Paris (rank 12), Philadelphia (13), and Seattle (15), marking a significant shift in global innovation trends and placing Karnataka firmly on the global Deep Tech map.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Hindustan Times
10 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru climbs to 14th spot in Global Startup Ecosystem Rankings 2025
Bengaluru has jumped seven spots to secure the 14th position in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2025, marking a significant rise in its global standing as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. According to a report by news agency PTI, the annual report, prepared by Startup Genome, was released on June 12 at VivaTech, Europe's largest startup and tech conference, being held in Paris. Globally, Silicon Valley retains its top rank, followed by New York City, London, and Tel Aviv, with Boston and Beijing tied at fifth place, the report added. (Also Read: Bengaluru woman witnesses rare 'peaceful accident': 'No fights, just handshakes') According to Startup Genome, Bengaluru's leap was largely powered by four major exits exceeding $1 billion in 2024, with alone valued at $12 billion. The report also notes the city's momentum in AI and Big Data, ranking it #5 globally in that category. Karnataka's IT & BT Minister Priyank Kharge said the report highlights a shifting innovation landscape, with emerging Asian and mid-sized hubs making substantial gains. "Bengaluru's leap cements its transition from a 'rising star' to a top-tier global startup hub, placing it shoulder-to-shoulder with global leaders like Paris (#12), Philadelphia (#13), and **Seattle (#15),' he noted in a statement. The minister attributed the city's rise to a combination of high-value exits, a thriving Deep Tech and AI ecosystem, sectoral consistency, progressive policy, and public investment, alongside a world-class tech talent pool. Startup Genome's 13th annual report is based on data from over five million companies across 350+ cities, and ranks the Top 40 global ecosystems and Top 100 emerging ecosystems. It also analyses innovation trends, investment flows, and policy frameworks worldwide. In Bengaluru, Fintech, Life Sciences, and Cleantech were identified as standout sectors thanks to a dense talent pool, strong infrastructure, and robust startup activity. The Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), which partnered with Startup Genome, pointed to the city's structural advantages: successful startup scale-ups like Flipkart and Swiggy, major fundraises like Zepto's $350 million round in 2024, and government investments including $48 million in deep tech and Fund of Funds initiatives. New government-backed initiatives such as ELEVATE 2024 and the Karnataka Accelerator Network are also supporting the state's ambitions to become a global innovation leader. 'Bengaluru's dynamic startup ecosystem, backed by strong government support, global capital, and rising sectors like manufacturing, is propelling Karnataka onto the global map as a premier destination for innovation and entrepreneurship,' said Prashanth Prakash, Chairman of the Startup Vision Group and Founding Partner at Accel. In a parallel development, Pune made a notable jump in the Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (Top 100), climbing from the 91–100 range in 2024 to the 41–50 range this year. The city saw a major exit with being acquired for $2.8 billion. (With PTI inputs)
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Time of India
LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman to Gen Z graduates: You will become 'enormously attractive' to employers if you ...
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has raised concerns that it could take away jobs, especially entry-level roles. But Reid Hoffman , co-founder of LinkedIn believes that young people should not fear AI. Instead, they should use it to their advantage while job hunting. In a video he published on his YouTube channel this week, Hoffman said '"You are generation AI. You are AI native. So bringing the fact that you have AI in your tool set is one of the things that makes you enormously attractive'. Hoffman was responding to questions from college students, many of whom were worried about their job prospects in the AI age. He admitted those fears are valid, but encouraged students to flip the script. 'Yes, it's changing the workplace and creating confusion for employers,' he said. 'But it also gives you a chance to show your unique abilities. In teams with older professionals, you might even be the one helping them understand new tools,' Hoffman stated. Job loss due to AI? What top tech CEOs say by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Dario Amodei, CEO of AI company Anthropic, recently warned that AI could eliminate up to half of all entry-level office jobs in the next five years. He said this could cause unemployment to rise by 10% to 20%, and added, 'Most people don't realize this is about to happen.' But top tech figures like Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and investor Mark Cuban strongly disagreed with Amodei's view. Speaking at VivaTech 2025, Huang said: 'I pretty much disagree with almost everything he says. AI will definitely change jobs — it changed mine — but it will also create new ones.' Cuban echoed the same sentiment in a recent social media post, pointing out that even in the past, roles like secretaries and in-office dictation staff were replaced by technology, but new industries and jobs emerged. 'AI will lead to new companies and increase total employment,' he wrote. India's New AC Rule: Cooling Between 20°C–28°C Explained AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
New Indian Express
15 hours ago
- New Indian Express
Bengaluru ranks 14 in global startups, fifth in AI and big data
BENGALURU: Bengaluru has jumped seven spots to rank 14 in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) 2025, up from 21 last year. The city ranked fifth globally in AI & Big Data. The GSER 2025, published by Startup Genome and released at VivaTech 2025 in Paris, evaluates ecosystems across key parameters, performance, funding, market reach, talent and experience, and knowledge along with a new focus on AI-native capabilities. At VivaTech 2025, Karnataka IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge spoke at a high-level panel discussion on AI disruption and startup ecosystem futures. 'This ranking is not just a number; it reflects the structural resilience and readiness of Karnataka's innovation economy,' Kharge stated. He detailed Karnataka's multi-pronged strategy; including Innoverse open innovation platform, Beyond Bengaluru regional startup mission, and Nipuna Karnataka, a skilling initiative targeting over a million professionals. The state is also fostering enterprise-startup collaboration via its growing Global Capability Center (GCC) network and supporting Deep Tech with dedicated funding for AI, biotech and robotics. Bengaluru now stands shoulder-to-shoulder with global hubs like Paris (rank 12), Philadelphia (13), and Seattle (15), marking a significant shift in global innovation trends and placing Karnataka firmly on the global Deep Tech map.
