Gen Z founders

A young entrepreneur has built a defense technology startup now valued at $3.7 billion, with backing from prominent venture capital firm Sequoia. The story highlights how a member of Gen Z broke into the traditionally older, contractor-dominated defense industry, drawing attention to the growing wave of venture-funded defense tech companies and renewed investor interest in national security startups.

A group of Gen Z friends has built a food startup around their shared love of pickles, a passion they first showcased on TikTok. The venture, which grew out of their viral content, is now valued at Rs 81 crore. The story highlights how social media fandoms can be converted into real consumer brands.