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In this episode of One Big Bite, we look at where India’s startup capital is moving as investors make fewer bets on startups but bet bigger on AI, deep tech and space technology. With Indian technology startups raising $7.2 billion in the first half of 2026, we examine why funding is becoming more concentrated, what investors are looking for beyond simply adding AI to existing products, and where the next generation of founders could find opportunities. We explore the role of domain expertise, patient capital, shared infrastructure and government procurement in turning India’s research and technological capabilities into globally competitive businesses.