KEY HIGHLIGHTS

• Inc42 offers three specialized D2C programs to boost your startup.
• Learn from India's top 1% D2C founders and experts.
• Nazara Technologies plans to raise ₹733.5 Cr for strategic acquisitions.

D2CX by Inc42

D2CX by Inc42 is a 12-week hands-on program aimed at helping you level up your Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) game. This program offers actionable insights, proven strategies, and tactics from India's top 1% D2C founders and experts. By the end of the program, you will have the tools and knowledge to 10X your D2C brand.

ManagementX by Inc42

ManagementX by Inc42 is India’s first Startup Management Program, a 6-month hands-on initiative designed to transform your outdated “employee mindset” into a “leader mindset.” This program is intense and will take you on a journey that equips you with the skills needed to lead effectively in today’s startup environment.

D2CX Foundations by Inc42

D2CX Foundations by Inc42 is a 6-week hands-on program tailored to help you launch your D2C brand successfully and profitably. Learn from India’s top 1% of D2C founders & experts through actionable insights, proven strategies, and tactics on how to launch a successful D2C Brand in just 6 weeks.

Nazara Technologies' Strategic Funding

In 2026, Nazara Technologies has approved raising up to ₹733.5 Cr through a preferential issue of equity shares to fund strategic acquisitions, growth initiatives across its gaming portfolio, and investments in AI-led game development capabilities.

The company’s board approved issuing up to 2.39 Cr equity shares at ₹306 apiece, aggregating up to ₹733.5 Cr. The preferential issue will be entirely subscribed by the founders and senior leadership team of Bluetile Games and BestPlay Systems, which Nazara acquired earlier this year.

Incoming CEO Raymond Albaladejo Stauffer will invest about ₹583.5 Cr as part of the issue, making him a significant individual shareholder in the company. His appointment as CEO will take effect from September 1.

The round will also see participation from Schutze Marc Sylvester (₹86.67 Cr), Maxime Loppin (₹30.71 Cr), Alexandre Paul Jean Noirot-Cosson (₹21.75 Cr), among others.

“I’m reinvesting a substantial portion of the proceeds from Bluetile and BestPlay back into Nazara. I’m doing this with a lot of optimism. The next chapter for the company is the most exciting yet. Nazara has the platform, balance sheet, and ambition to build a global gaming business,” said Stauffer.

FAQs

**Q: What is D2CX by Inc42? A: D2CX by Inc42 is a 12-week hands-on program designed to help you level up your D2C game by learning from India's top 1% D2C founders and experts.

Q: What is ManagementX by Inc42? A: ManagementX by Inc42 is a 6-month hands-on program that transforms your outdated “employee mindset” into a “leader mindset” through intensive training.

Q: What is Nazara Technologies' recent funding round? A: Nazara Technologies plans to raise up to ₹733.5 Cr through a preferential issue of equity shares to fund strategic acquisitions and growth initiatives.

Conclusion

In 2026, Inc42’s D2C programs and Nazara Technologies’ strategic funding highlight the dynamic growth in India’s startup ecosystem. These initiatives offer invaluable insights and resources to help entrepreneurs and startups thrive in the competitive market.

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