When Raunak Bhinge first approached institutional investors seeking funding for Infinite Uptime, the pitch was straightforward: much of India’s factory equipment was still analogue, and digitising it could help manufacturers improve output. Over time, the venture pivoted from being seen as a software startup to proving it was an artificial intelligence (AI)-backed business built on proprietary ind...
The strongest version of this narrative is that AI's disruptive potential is driving a necessary evolution in investor diligence. The shift from superficial SaaS-era metrics to rigorous technical and ethical scrutiny reflects a maturing market where stakeholders recognize both the promise and risks of AI. Investors are rightly demanding transparency on data provenance, model reliability, and real-world impact—critical factors for long-term viability. This trend aligns with broader calls for resp...