Perspective

Dancing with data: The Simpson’s Paradox in VC Investing

Assur, the ancient Mesopotamian city, was famous for the ingenuity of its merchants, among other things. The city was the cradle of notable inventions and fascinating business practices, leading the charge for which were its merchants. Read More >>

Stars and Startups: A Techie Turned VC's Perspective on the Nuances of Early-Stage DeepTech Investing

We, at Merak, had a great start to the year as both of our SpaceTech bets (Pixxel and Bellatrix Aerospace) are now space-qualified in their respective domains, so it felt befitting to write using context borrowed from space and its unending grandness. Read More >>

How a Tech Startup is Turning Food Waste into Farmers' Gain

In the world of grocery shopping, the quest for perfect produce is pretty much universal. Shoppers, without a second thought Read More >>

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In the News

Is the ice melting? Some startups defy funding slump with successive rounds

Bengaluru: Many growth- and late-stage companies have managed to secure capital in quick succession over the last 6-8 months at higher valuations, indicating a shift in investor sentiment, favoring startups with clear Read More >>

How this company plans to fight against food waste, boost farmer prosperity

In a move towards addressing food waste and supporting farmer prosperity, Merak Ventures, an early stage venture capital firm, has invested a substantial $1.45 million (₹12 crore) in Farmtheory, a B2B agri-food startup. Read More >>

Data in the Age of AI: From abundance to sudden scarcity

We are living through a data explosion. When Steve Jobs released the Apple II in 1977, a terabyte of memory occupied a large warehouse and cost over $100 million. Today, you can buy a 1TB hard drive smaller than your palm for under $100. Read More >>