Tag: Blume Ventures

  • Fintech startup Mysa raises $3.4 mn in pre-Series A funding round 

    Fintech startup Mysa raises $3.4 mn in pre-Series A funding round 

    Mysa, a B2B fintech SaaS startup focused on finance automation for mid-sized enterprises, has raised $3.4 million (around ₹31.2 crore) in a pre-Series A funding round.

    The round was co-led by Blume Ventures and Piper Serica, with participation from Ikemori Ventures, Raise Financial Services (parent company of Dhan), QED Innovation Labs, and existing investors Antler, IIMA Ventures, and Neon Fund.

    The fresh capital will be used to strengthen Mysa’s AI-driven capabilities and expand its banking and finance product suite.

    The startup plans to invest in offerings such as AI-enabled procurement, UPI-based expense management, and a corporate credit card, while also deepening partnerships with banks and scaling distribution.

    Founded in 2023 by Arpita Kapoor and Mohit Rangaraju, Mysa is building an AI-led finance automation platform designed for mid-sized businesses.

    Kapoor, who serves as CEO, said, “We’re building an AI-driven automation platform that plugs seamlessly into legacy ERPs and banks, enabling teams to scale without adding operational risk—at zero upfront cost and with no migration required.”

    The Bengaluru-based startup provides tools for automated invoice processing, accounting and tax workflows, and integrated payments through partner bank accounts. It targets new-age private limited companies with annual revenues or expenses ranging from ₹10 crore to ₹300 crore.

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    Mysa was previously operating in closed beta and raised $2.8 million in seed funding in February 2025. Since then, it has onboarded customers across sectors including quick commerce, manufacturing, hospitality, fintech, and real estate.

    Its client list includes Dhan, Wint Wealth, Swish, DrinkPrime, Vaaree, Handpickd, Guru & Jana, Accel Data, Atomicwork, DPDZero, and Material Depot.

    The startup has partnered with over 15 banks, including Axis Bank, YES Bank, IDFC First Bank, ICICI Bank, and HDFC Bank, enabling businesses to manage payments and banking operations from a single platform.

  • OZi Raises $3.3 Million in Seed Funding Led by Blume Ventures

    OZi Raises $3.3 Million in Seed Funding Led by Blume Ventures

    Delhi-NCR-based baby care quick commerce startup OZi has raised $3.3 million in a seed funding round led by Blume Ventures, marking its maiden institutional fundraise.

    The round also saw participation from Huddle Ventures, Bipin Shah’s Zeropearl VC, Untitled, and several prominent angel investors.

    The fresh capital will be used to expand OZi’s operations to new cities, scale its product catalogue (SKUs), and strengthen its delivery infrastructure to meet the growing demand for rapid baby care essentials.

    Founded by serial entrepreneur Amit Sah in September 2025, OZi aims to redefine convenience in baby care through ultra-fast delivery. The founding team also includes Arushi Arora (ex-Urban Company, BCG) and Charishma Motwani (ex-Cars24, BCG), who bring extensive experience from leading consumer and technology companies.

    Currently operational in Gurugram, OZi delivers baby essentials such as diapers, apparel, toys, and nutrition products in under 30 minutes. The platform offers a curated selection from trusted brands like Cetaphil, Nestlé, Huggies, and Chicco, with its app available on both Android and iOS.

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    The round also saw participation from notable industry leaders including Abhinav Sinha (OYO, Kluizz), Gaurav Ajmera (Pristyn Care, Vetic), Dhyanesh Shah (Mosaic Wellness), Gian Singh (Mi Arcus), Ramakant Sharma (Livspace), and Naman Mawandia (magicpin).

    With quick commerce adoption on the rise across India, OZi aims to establish itself as the go-to platform for parents seeking trusted baby care products delivered at lightning speed.

  • Lucira raises $5.5 million in seed funding round led by Blume Ventures

    Lucira raises $5.5 million in seed funding round led by Blume Ventures

    Lab-grown diamond jewellery startup Lucira has raised $5.5 million (₹48 crore) in a seed funding round led by Blume Ventures, with participation from SiriusOne Capital Fund, Spring Marketing Capital, and several prominent angel investors, including the founders of Dot & Key, Livspace, and Snitch.

    The funds will be used to expand Lucira’s offline presence, scale its design studio, and strengthen leadership and marketing efforts. The company is set to open its first physical store in Mumbai this month, followed by four more outlets by FY26.

    Founded in May 2025 by Rupesh and Vandana Jain, Lucira already offers a catalogue of nearly 1,000 products. The startup aims to build a design-led fine jewellery brand using lab-grown diamonds and recycled gold, providing sustainable and affordable alternatives to mined diamonds.

    Rupesh Jain, who earlier founded Candere (acquired by Kalyan Jewellers in 2017), brings extensive experience in jewellery retail and digital-first brand building.

    India’s lab-grown diamond market, currently estimated at $400–500 million, is projected to touch $1.5 billion in the next 3–5 years, underscoring strong demand. Lucira expects its revenue mix to lean towards 80% offline and 15–20% online sales within three years. To enhance convenience, it is also working on 2–3 hour order fulfillment from its stores through faster last-mile delivery systems.

    The funding comes amid growing investor interest in the jewellery sector, with rival startups such as Giva, Jewelbox, and Firefly Diamonds also raising sizeable rounds this year.

  • goSTOPS Raises Rs 35 Crore in Series A Round Led by Blume Ventures

    goSTOPS Raises Rs 35 Crore in Series A Round Led by Blume Ventures

    Delhi-based youth travel hostel brand goSTOPS has raised Rs 35 crore ($4.2 million) in its Series A funding round.

    The round was led by Blume Ventures and co-led by 1Crowd, with participation from Mumbai Angels, Chennai Angels, Indian Angel Network, Lead Angels, and Yuj Ventures.

    This fresh capital infusion follows a $1 million bridge round raised in December 2021 from existing investors, including The Chennai Angels, Mumbai Angels, and Yuj Ventures.

    goSTOPS plans to utilize the funds to strengthen its operations, enhance technology, and elevate the social and experiential aspects of its properties.

    Additionally, the company is in the process of finalizing debt partnerships to further expand its financial resources for growth.

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    Founded in 2014 by Pallavi Agarwal and Pankaj Parwanda, goSTOPS focuses on offering vibrant, social, and design-led accommodations for young travelers.

    The hostel industry is witnessing significant traction, with goSTOPS competing against brands like The Hosteller, Wudstay, and Backpackers Panda.

    Reflecting the increasing investor interest in this space, The Hosteller recently raised $5.7 million in its Series A round in November 2024.