Indian Startups Pivot to Real-World AI Solutions, Attracting Major Investments

• Indian startups are shifting focus to AI tools solving real-world problems, entering an execution-driven phase.
• Peak XV Partners invested in five early-stage AI startups, prioritizing agent-driven AI applications that guide decisions and reduce workflow friction.
• Razorpay is making a significant AI push, focusing on agentic commerce, AI-led payments, and fraud prevention, partnering with OpenAI and Anthropic.
• Kore.ai aims to scale enterprise AI from pilot projects to full production, making it practical for business use.
• Cumin Co raised $5 million for its R&D-led, health-first cookware brand, focusing on product innovation and supply chain improvements.