Tag: Arjun Ghose

  • Veera doubles users to two million within three months

    Veera doubles users to two million within three months

    Mumbai: Veera, India’s mobile-only reward-focused internet browser, has reached a significant milestone by surpassing two million users within just three months of hitting its first million-user mark. This remarkable growth highlights Veera’s increasing popularity and its commitment to enhancing the digital experience for its users.

    Since the launch of its beta version in September 2023 and the production version in February 2024, Veera has introduced an array of new features, including a cricket widget called Cricket Adda, Veera Games, enhanced privacy features, rewards, and most recently its content partnership with ABP Live. Recently, Veera unveiled a sleek, modern redesign for their app, making the browsing experience even more intuitive for our customers.

    Veera aims to provide India’s over one billion smartphone users with a fast, safe, and private internet experience. The browser’s unique features and user-centric approach have made it a preferred choice among users looking for a seamless browsing experience.

    “Surpassing two million users in such a short span is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, as well as the trust and support of our users. We are committed to continuously innovating and providing the best mobile browsing experience possible. We have a number of exciting features coming up this year that will keep evolving the internet experience and make the internet even more bindaas for our customers,” said Veera founder & CEO Arjun Ghose.

  • Veera announces content partnership with ABP LIVE

    Veera announces content partnership with ABP LIVE

    Mumbai: In a significant move to enhance the browsing experience of its users, Veera, a mobile-only internet browser, has announced a content partnership with ABP LIVE. This collaboration aims to provide Veera users with instant access to authentic, verified news powered by ABP LIVE and delivered ad-free on Veera. Users can view this content by downloading the latest version of Veera, version 1.2.40.

    Veera, known for its user-centric, customised, and innovative browsing solutions, has always prioritized the quality and reliability of content accessible through its platform. This partnership with ABP LIVE, one of the most trusted names in news media, reinforces Veera’s commitment to delivering validated news to its users.

    Commenting on this partnership, Veera founder & CEO Arjun Ghose said, “In today’s digital age, the importance of providing users with accurate and verified news cannot be overstated. Our partnership with ABP LIVE reflects our unwavering commitment to this principle. We are excited to offer Veera users a trusted source of news, enhancing their browsing experience with reliable information. This collaboration is a significant step forward in our mission to make the internet a safer and more informative place for everyone.”

    Veera COO & CPO Sukhdeep Bhogal added, “The partnership with ABP LIVE to deliver news in a decluttered manner with our ad-free solution is just the first step in revolutionizing the way the news is consumed in India. We will also beta test our latest AI features with ABP by allowing users to instantaneously get text summaries of their favorite articles.”

    An ABP Network spokesperson said, “We are delighted to partner with Veera. At ABP Network, our mission is to provide credible and timely news to our audience. By partnering with Veera, we are transforming how India will consume news and we look forward to conducting many more experiments in the days ahead on the platform. This collaboration is a testament to our commitment to journalistic integrity and technological excellence.”

  • Veera promotes Aniruddha Jaju to head of revenue

    Veera promotes Aniruddha Jaju to head of revenue

    Mumbai: Veera, a mobile-only internet browser, has announced the elevation of Aniruddha Jaju to head – revenue at the company. Aniruddha, a graduate of IIM-Ahmedabad with over 12 years of rich and diversified experience, started his journey with Veera as chief of staff, showcasing exceptional leadership and strategic acumen. His promotion to this pivotal role underscores his invaluable contributions and unwavering commitment to driving growth and innovation within the organization.

    Prior to joining Veera, Aniruddha was the director & chief of staff, corporate strategy at MX Player, where he led fundraise and investor relations, business planning, corporate strategy and led high-priority strategic initiatives across content, revenue, growth, tech, etc. Before joining MX Player, he was at Accenture for seven years as a member of the TMT Consulting practice at Accenture Strategy (India Business). Beyond his corporate endeavors, Aniruddha epitomizes the spirit of entrepreneurship and investment. He has passionately supported numerous startups, serving as an angel and growth investor in prominent ventures such as, Botlab Dynamics, KnockSense, Zypp Electric, and Board Infinity. Additionally, he co-founded a pioneering product consulting startup aimed at empowering startups and SMEs to actualize their digital product aspirations, aptly named ‘Zero to One (Z21)’. He is also passionate about mentoring students, and has provided counseling and guidance to over 200 plus students.

    On this promotion, Veera founder Arjun Ghose said, “Aniruddha’s diverse portfolio and steadfast dedication to innovation harmonize seamlessly with Veera’s vision for growth and evolution. As Head of Revenue, he will champion initiatives focused on amplifying revenue streams, cultivating strategic partnerships, and fostering sustainable business expansion. His strategic foresight and unwavering commitment epitomize the values we cherish at Veera. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Aniruddha on his well-deserved promotion to this pivotal role and harbor absolute confidence that his leadership will propel us to unprecedented success.”

    Said Aniruddha, “I am truly honored to step into the role of head of revenue at Veera. It’s an exciting opportunity to further align our strategic objectives with innovative and diverse revenue-generation strategies. I am grateful for the trust and confidence placed in me by Arjun, Sukhdeep, and the entire team. Together, we will chart new territories and drive Veera towards unparalleled success.”

  • Veera unveils an innovative engagement-based rewards program

    Veera unveils an innovative engagement-based rewards program

    Mumbai: Veera, the pioneering mobile-only internet browser in India, is excited to introduce its unique rewards program. This initiative is designed to celebrate and appreciate users for their loyalty and engagement on the Veera platform. This is the first time a browser has launched its own rewards program, in India.

    Veera’s rewards program sets a new standard in user-centric innovation by offering a seamless and gratifying browsing experience. As users explore the internet using the Veera browser, they will accumulate ‘Veera Points’, unlocking a realm of exciting possibilities for instant redemption or future use.

    The key features of the rewards program include:

    – Earn as You Browse: Users will be rewarded for their browsing activities, creating a dynamic and interactive experience that goes beyond traditional internet usage. – Flexible Redemption Options: Veera users can choose from a variety of redemption options, including tangible rewards such as Vouchers, Discounts or even opt for direct monetary rewards deposited directly into their accounts.

    – Instant Gratification: The program enables users to redeem their points instantly, providing a real-time acknowledgement of their loyalty and engagement.

    Veera co-founder & CEO Arjun Ghose “Everyone’s internet journey begins with a browser; it serves as the gateway to the vast expanse of the internet. Veera was meticulously crafted to redefine the user’s digital experience, offering innovation and seamlessness in every click. The introduction of a rewards program for Veera was a deliberate choice, a way to reciprocate the

    loyalty of our users who invest their time exploring the digital realm through Veera. I am genuinely thrilled to unveil this one-of-a-kind rewards program as it signifies our commitment to enhancing and appreciating the user journey in the digital space.” 

  • Introducing Veera’s revolutionary homegrown internet browser

    Introducing Veera’s revolutionary homegrown internet browser

    Mumbai: Veera, the ‘Made in India’ mobile-only internet browser launches today to revolutionise the mobile internet experience for Bharat. Currently in beta, Veera was envisioned as a challenger browser for India by Arjun Ghose (previously an investor with VC firm Falcon Edge / Alpha Wave and McKinsey), Rahul Pagdipati (chairman of the board Zebpay & board member at Brave browser), Aditya Julka (serial entrepreneur founder of Paddle8, entrepreneur-in-residence at Harvard Business School) and Kanu Gupta (founding leadership of Goldman Sachs in India, serial investor). Funded by a slew of reputed blue-chip investors including Ayon Capital, COG Network, sixth Man Ventures, Folius Ventures and iSeed Ventures, as well as marquee angels such as Aalap Mahadevia (Briarwood Capital), Kabir Narang (B-Capital), Nikhil Mohta (Carlyle, ICICI Ventures), Kevin Hu (Brevam Howard), Saneel Srini (Moralis Capital), Ashwin Ramachandran, Viram Shah (Vested), and Dr. Devaiah Pagidipati (Freedom health, Physician Partners, Anion Health).

    In a digital age where safety and speed are paramount, Veera stands as a testament to homegrown innovation. It not only addresses the core needs of crash-free browsing speed and security but also seeks to fuel the curiosity of the next generation.

    Veera founder Arjun Ghose said, “Our mission was to craft a faster, safer, and private browsing sanctuary for Indian internet users. We embarked on this journey to build an internet experience that resonates with India’s uniqueness. With the average user spending approximately 7.3 hours per day online Veera’s impact as the window to the internet for a billion Indians is undeniably significant. But, let me assure you this is just the beginning; there are a whole bunch of features in the pipeline that we are super excited about and will launch shortly.”

    Setting new benchmarks, Veera boasts blazing fast speeds, clocking in 40.8 runs/minute on Speedometer – a feat that places it at the peak of browser peers. Veera also boasts of an integrated live tracker, showcasing the real-time count of thwarted ads and trackers, alongside a tangible representation of data saved.

    While blocking trackers is a feature a few select browsers already provide globally, Veera goes a step further by blocking third-party trackers, ads, autoplay videos and more, by default.

    Currently accessible exclusively on Android devices and will be available on iOS and Windows in the near future.