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Startups Secure $5.2 Million for Rapid Expansion Plans

8/27/2025

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Peeko, a Bengaluru-based babycare startup, raised $3.2 million to improve product experience and expand operations, planning a mobile app launch in September and multiple dark stores in 12-18 months.
Harajuku Tokyo Café secured $2 million for expansion, aiming for 90 outlets in 20 cities by 2027, currently operating 7 outlets with over INR 30 crore in annual revenue.
Luxury handbag brand AKINNA, founded in 2023, received undisclosed funding to scale production and enhance its global presence.

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Peeko, a Bengaluru-based babycare startup, raised $3.2 million to improve product experience and expand operations, planning a mobile app launch in September and multiple dark stores in 12-18 months.
Harajuku Tokyo Café secured $2 million for expansion, aiming for 90 outlets in 20 cities by 2027, currently operating 7 outlets with over INR 30 crore in annual revenue.
Luxury handbag brand AKINNA, founded in 2023, received undisclosed funding to scale production and enhance its global presence.