Quickads, led by ex-executives of Accenture, McKinsey, and Ogilvy, today announced it has raised $1.7 million in seed funding. The round was led by Kae Capital, with participation from leaders at Google, Traya and Rainforest.life.

Mr. Nitin Mahajan, Founder, QuickAds.ai

Quickads is building the world’s first full‑stack marketing agency and an operating system that combines proprietary ad intelligence, AI‑powered creative automation and analytics into a one-stop “ads operating system” for brands.

Advertising has long been driven by guesswork — only 5–10% of digital ads succeed and even those last just a few weeks. Quickads eliminates this uncertainty with a data‑driven content intelligence and creation platform that learns from millions of ads, generates compliant creatives and continuously optimizes campaign performance.

Platform Highlights

• Proprietary database of millions of ads scored by industry and theme to uncover winning creative concepts

• AI‑first creative workflows to generate Google banners, static images, video ads, UGC-style content, and catalog ads

• Automated pre‑testing for brand / campaign guidelines, social media guidelines, and performance optimization to make users ‘click’.

• Unified campaign launch, monitoring, and performance analytics dashboard.

The new funding will accelerate Quickads’ expansion into enterprise environments, enabling brands to embed its full‑stack content and ads intelligence and creation operating system directly into their workflow — effectively creating a differentiated Visual CRM that merges content intelligence, automation and analytics.

“Quickads is bringing scientific clarity to creativity and eliminating waste of time as well as spend. We’re turning marketing from an art of guessing into a discipline powered by insight and iteration,” said Mr. Nitin Mahajan, Co‑Founder & CEO. 

Commenting on the same Mr. Gaurav Chaturvedi, Partner, Kae Capital said, “Quickads is building the operating system for modern creative performance – unifying data, production and analysis in a way the market has been asking for.”

As part of the public launch, Quickads is offering its proprietary Ads Library — trained on over 10 billion OpenAI tokens — free for three months at www.quickads.ai.

About Quickads
Quickads is a full‑stack visual content creation platform with proprietary library of best performing ads and award winning 1-click creation that helps brands search, generate, pre‑test, launch, and learn for across platforms. Led by executives of Accenture, McKinsey, and Ogilvy, Quickads is now embedding this into the brand’s workflow. Offices in Singapore, USA, and India. The platform has already won multiple awards including Titan (2025) award for best marketing agency of the year, 2nd runner up at The Stevies for Transforming Advertising with AI-Driven Ad Tech Innovations.

Lakeside Software, makers of the leading digital employee experience (DEX) platform running natively on Microsoft Azure, today announced the availability of a new SysTrack Cloud region in India, further expanding its global infrastructure and reinforcing its commitment to helping organizations deliver exceptional digital experiences around the world.

“With data residency and performance increasingly critical for businesses in India and nearby markets, this new Azure India region gives IT teams the control and flexibility they need to deliver fast, reliable digital experiences for employees,” said Dan Salinas, Chief Operating Officer, Lakeside Software. “It also reflects our commitment to supporting IT teams globally while enabling organizations to scale efficiently and cost-effectively.”

This expansion enables organizations to optimize for latency and locality, while scaling SysTrack to support even the most complex enterprise environments. According to research from Zoho, 71% of Indian workers demonstrate advanced digital maturity—exceeding the global average of 61%. This underscores the importance of delivering exceptional digital employee experiences to enhance productivity and minimize digital friction.

The Azure India region is now live and available to all SysTrack Cloud customers. Organizations can immediately begin deploying environments in the new region, ensuring compliance with regional data requirements and delivering faster, more reliable digital experiences across India and beyond.

Strategic Lakeside partners shared their perspectives on the expansion:

Kyndryl
“Proactive digital workplace services and meaningful agentic AI for IT depend on high-fidelity employee insights,” said Dennis Perpetua, ODWS Connected Experience DE, Kyndryl. “By bringing SysTrack closer to Indian enterprise users on Azure, customers gain speed, locality, and the confidence to scale DEX initiatives without compromise.”

Lenovo
“Lakeside bringing SysTrack Cloud to Azure India aligns perfectly with how Lenovo DWS delivers managed workplace outcomes at scale,” said Saurabh Sharma, Executive Director of Offering Development, Lenovo. “Our customers get in-country data residency, lower latency, and faster issue isolation—measurable improvements in employee experience without adding cost or complexity.”

SPNX
“Bringing SysTrack Cloud to Azure India is exactly what our enterprise clients have been asking for—local data residency, lower latency, and the ability to scale AI-driven DEX without compromise,” said Amit Kumar, Chief Evangelist, SPNX Consulting. “With India’s strong push toward digital transformation under the Digital India mission and the evolving data protection framework, this milestone couldn’t be more timely. Our customers can now keep telemetry in-country, troubleshoot faster, and deliver a measurably better digital workplace. Together with Lakeside, SPNX is accelerating the digital experience management journey for Indian enterprises—powering innovation, compliance, and growth at scale with our Lakeside partnership for the India geo.”

About Lakeside Software
Lakeside Software is ushering in a new era of proactive IT with SysTrack, the industry’s most powerful AI-driven Digital Employee Experience (DEX) platform. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies worldwide, Lakeside SysTrack dramatically reduces IT costs, prevents system failures before they occur, and drives strategic decision-making through unparalleled visibility. Learn how you can save 20% on annual IT costs per employee at lakesidesoftware.com.

Guided by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s vision, a quiet transformation is unfolding across India – where water is revived, trees take root, and children rediscover hope.
 

Rooted in the belief that human wellbeing and environmental harmony are inseparable, The Art of Living’s Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust (AOL-SSRDP) and Sri Sri Institute of Agricultural Sciences & Technology Trust (AOL-SSIAST) have joined hands with Ashirvad by Aliaxis to unite compassion with sustainability.
 

Native tree plantations transforming 50 acres of dry land in Cuttack
 

From reviving lakes and restoring forests to rebuilding schools and empowering nursing caregivers, this partnership nurtures both people and the planet -creating ecosystems where life in every form can flourish.

In Cuttack, Odisha, stretches of once-dry land are coming back to life through an extensive afforestation project spanning 50 acres, with over 14,000 native tree species including Arjuna, Neem, Sirish, Jamun, Karanj, and Raktha Chandan.

Each sapling is individually guarded and nurtured for three years – a gesture of patience and purpose. Local community participation ensures that the forest flourishes not only as an ecosystem but as a shared legacy of environmental stewardship.

Water Body Restoration through Nature-Based Solutions (JalShudhi)

At the Art of Living International Centre, Bengaluru, polluted water bodies are being rejuvenated through Nature-based Solutions (NbS). The initiative combines JalShudhi bioculture, constructed wetlands, and aeration systems to naturally purify water using plants and microorganisms.
 

Scientific studies assess the role of vegetation in bioremediation while documenting the site’s biodiversity. Early findings show improved dissolved oxygen levels (8 mg/L) and the return of fish and bird life – clear evidence of ecological recovery.
 

JalShudhi is an AOL-SSRDP initiative that restores polluted water bodies through bioremediation, ecological restoration, and community-driven sustainability.
 

Empowering future healthcare heroes at Sri Sri Institute of Nursing to serve with excellence and empathy
 

Shri Prasana Prabhu, Chairman, AOL-SSRDP and AOL-SSIAST, stated, “This partnership is helping us breathe life back into forests and lakes, bring dignity to children through better schools, and support young nurses to serve with skill and compassion. ”

Rebuilding Dreams in Rural Karnataka

In Anekal Taluka, Karnataka, educational infrastructure is being revitalised across seven government schools, benefitting over 1,000 students and teachers. Classrooms are repaired, roofs reconstructed, and STEM and computer laboratories established to ignite curiosity and innovation.
 

For students who once studied in dilapidated classrooms, the transformation brings confidence, dignity, and renewed enthusiasm for learning. Teachers are also being trained to enhance instructional quality and adopt innovative methods.

Nurturing Healers at the Sri Sri Institute of Nursing

At the Sri Sri Institute of Nursing, young healthcare aspirants are being empowered to serve with both skill and compassion. The collaboration supports first-year and continuing students through financial aid, technical training, and mentorship, enabling uninterrupted pursuit of nursing education.
Each trained nurse becomes a ripple of healing, extending care to families, hospitals, and communities nationwide.
 

Sudeep Agrawal, CFO & CSR Head, Ashirvad by Aliaxis, shared, “At Ashirvad by Aliaxis, progress is about people – nurturing their learning, their environment, and their future. Together with AOL-SSRDP and AOL-SSIAST, we’re bringing this belief to life — reviving schools, restoring ecosystems, and uplifting communities with hope and resilience.”

Partnership with Purpose
The partnership between AOL-SSRDP, AOL-SSIAST, and Ashirvad by Aliaxis embodies a shared commitment to reviving ecosystems, empowering communities, and advancing sustainable development through impactful initiatives across India – turning vision into verifiable change.
 

About Art of Living Social Projects (AOL-SSRDP & AOL-SSIAST)

Inspired by the vision of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the Art of Living Social Projects – implemented through the Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust (AOL-SSRDP) and the Sri Sri Institute of Agricultural Sciences & Technology Trust (AOL-SSIAST) – are driving one of India’s most far-reaching movements for sustainable transformation.
 

From reviving ecosystems and empowering farmers to skilling youth and transforming rural education, these initiatives touch millions of lives across India and beyond. Through JalShudhi, over 152 polluted water bodies have been rejuvenated. More than 3 million farmers have been trained in natural farming; 4.75 lakh youth have gained employable skills; 473 Smart Schools have been established; 50 Medetel Health Units are serving communities; 665 border villages have been developed; and over 100 million trees have been planted – nurturing people, planet, and prosperity for generations to come.

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Contribute to the Art of Living’s Sri Sri Rural Development Programs and help expand these initiatives: ssrdp.artofliving.org/donate-ssrdp.
 

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The Maha Kumbha Abhishekam and Prana Pratishta of Sri Rukmini Satyabhama Sametha Sri Venugopala Swamy Devasthanam were performed with great devotion and reverence at ASBL Spire, Kokapet, on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10:26 AM. The ceremony followed the Tennacharya Sampradaya under the sacred guidance of Sri Pancharathra and Divya Agama Shastra traditions.

Pran Pratishtha at ASBL Spire, Hyderabad

The rituals were led by eminent Agama Shastra scholars and priests, accompanied by Vedic chants and Mangala Vadyam, invoking blessings of Lord Sri Venugopala Swamy upon all devotees. The event took place amidst a deeply spiritual atmosphere, marking a moment of faith and togetherness for everyone present.

The newly consecrated temple, located within ASBL Spire, stands as a symbol of devotion and cultural continuity. Designed in traditional South Indian architectural style, the temple’s sanctum exudes divine grace and serenity, creating a peaceful space for worship and reflection for residents and visitors alike.

Speaking on this auspicious occasion, Shri Ajitesh Korupolu, Founder and CEO, ASBL Group, said,“It is a privilege to have offered this temple in service to Lord Sri Krishna. We believe spiritual spaces like these bring communities closer and add meaning to modern living. This marks the beginning of a cultural initiative at ASBL, where we aim to create such sacred spaces in all our future projects celebrating our shared faith, peace, and harmony.”

The ceremony was attended by several devotees, residents, and members of the ASBL family who came together in prayer and celebration. The air resonated with chants of Govinda and Hare Krishna, as the days of rituals, yagas, and homams concluded on a joyous note.

Through this consecration, ASBL strengthens its commitment to nurturing communities that embody both progress and tradition blending modern living with cultural and spiritual values.

Michelin is pleased to announce the arrival of the MICHELIN Guide in Aotearoa New Zealand, marking its first-ever expansion into Oceania. The inaugural edition will cover four vibrant culinary destinations: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown.
 

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Set to be unveiled in the middle of 2026, the restaurant selection process is already under way, as MICHELIN Guide Inspectors are currently on the ground, dining anonymously to identify the very best restaurants that showcase the unique character of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown culinary scenes.
 

Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide states, “We are thrilled to bring the MICHELIN Guide to Aotearoa New Zealand for the very first time. The country offers a rich and diverse culinary landscape, shaped by its indigenous Maori heritage, Pacific influences, and a new generation of chefs who champion local produce with creativity and passion. By highlighting the exceptional restaurants of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown, we hope to share with the world the unique flavours and talent that make New Zealand such an exciting gastronomic destination.”
 

The expansion of the MICHELIN Guide to Aotearoa New Zealand is made possible through the valued support of Tourism New Zealand.
 

New Zealand’s Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Louise Upston said, “This recognition is more than a win for our chefs and winemakers – it’s a triumph for our entire hospitality and tourism sector. It celebrates the incredible dedication and talent of the people who bring our food and beverage experiences to life every day.”
 

Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive Rene de Monchy said, “We couldn’t be prouder of our vibrant food and beverage scene, and it’s thrilling to see it now shining on the international stage through the prestigious MICHELIN Guide. The recognition not only celebrates our culinary excellence but also signals to the world that New Zealand is a must-visit destination. We warmly invite the world to come and experience it for themselves – to taste the flavours of this land and discover the stories behind every plate and pour.”

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A Gourmet Destination

Aotearoa New Zealand is a land shaped by a fusion of cultures, and contemporary cosmopolitan influences. Its cuisine reflects this melting pot of traditions, combined with an abundance of world-class local produce. From fresh seasonal vegetables to iconic grass-fed lamb and beef, New Zealand ingredients are elevated into modern cuisine which include international flair and paired with some of the world’s most acclaimed wines.
 

Joining the MICHELIN Guide puts New Zealand on the global culinary map, a destination where food is an experience worth travelling for. It validates the excellence of New Zealand’s chefs, producers and hospitality and invites discerning travellers to explore through taste. With Michelin’s spotlight, New Zealand’s food story becomes part of a global conversation – driving tourism, elevating local talent and deepening international appreciation for its unique flavours and manaakitanga.

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About Michelin
Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and to a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composites, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies, and healthcare. The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide. Headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin is present in 175 countries and employs 129,800 people. (www.michelin.com).