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TechCrunch May 15, 2026 at 11:24 Startups Rising Hot

Indian Uber rival Rapido raises $240M at $3B valuation

Rapido has driven its growth by enabling ride-hailing for lower-cost and more flexible modes of transport such as motorbikes and autorickshaws.

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