Arkam Ventures has promoted Vishnuhari Pareek as its Chief Financial Officer and Abhishek Mishra to Principal, strengthening its leadership team to support the next phase of nurturing Indian startups and entrepreneurs.

BENGALURU, India, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Arkam Ventures, an early-stage, non-consensus venture capital firm, today announced the promotion of Vishnuhari Pareek to its Chief Financial Officer, effective July 2026. The firm has also promoted Abhishek Mishra to Principal, as it continues to strengthen its leadership team to support the next phase of growth in backing more category-defining Indian startups and entrepreneurs.

Vishnuhari joined Arkam Ventures in 2022 as Head of Finance and has since overseen the firm’s finance, legal, compliance, fund operations, investor reporting, governance, and portfolio support functions. During his tenure, he has worked closely with the leadership team to build stronger institutional processes, support fundraising initiatives, deepen engagement with investors, and strengthen the firm’s operational foundation.

As Chief Financial Officer, he will continue to take on functions of the previous role while working closely with the investment team and portfolio companies to support the firm’s long-term growth.

Commenting on the appointment, Rahul Chandra, Managing Director, Arkam Ventures, said: “Vishnuhari has been instrumental in strengthening Arkam’s finance and governance functions while helping us build a stronger institutional platform. As the firm continues to grow, his leadership will play an important role in supporting our investors, founders, and the broader organisation. This appointment recognises his contribution so far and reflects our confidence in the role he will play in the years ahead.”

Arkam Ventures has expanded its assets under management, grown its portfolio, and strengthened relationships with institutional investors. The appointment reflects the firm’s continued focus on building a scalable platform supported by strong governance, financial discipline, and operational excellence.

Before joining Arkam Ventures, Vishnuhari held finance leadership roles at Rivigo and CarDekho. At Rivigo, he was the company’s first finance hire and helped build the finance function during its journey from an early-stage startup to unicorn status. His responsibilities included equity fundraising, debt financing, treasury operations, statutory governance, and financial planning. At CarDekho, he led business finance for the Used Cars division, overseeing P&L management, budgeting, revenue assurance, cost optimisation, and board reporting. Earlier in his career, he worked with ITC Hotels and KPMG.

A Rankholder Chartered Accountant, Vishnuhari brings 10+ years of experience across venture-backed startups, corporate finance, governance, and fund operations.

Commenting on his appointment, Vishnuhari Pareek, Chief Financial Officer, Arkam Ventures, said, “At Arkam, I have had the opportunity to work alongside an exceptional team while helping strengthen the firm’s institutional foundation. I look forward to building on that work by further strengthening our finance and governance capabilities and continuing to support our founders, investors, and the firm’s long-term growth.”

Abhishek joined Arkam Ventures in 2022 as a Senior Vice President and has since sourced and backed several high-potential startups across the firm’s investment themes. Prior to joining Arkam, he spent over a decade building and scaling technology businesses. A two-time entrepreneur, he founded his first company in 2012 before going on to hold leadership roles at Simplilearn and ClearTax, where he helped scale products and revenue during key growth phases that led to subsequent institutional fundraising.

Arkam’s portfolio includes companies such as Skyroot Aerospace, Jar, KreditBee, Wint Wealth, SpotDraft, Mirana Toys, Optimist, Ringg AI and TransBnk, Spense, among others, building long-term technological infrastructure for India’s growth. Arkam supports founders from early-stage through scale, helping them build products that solve real problems and impact millions of users.

For more information, please visit www.arkamvc.com.

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BEIJING and CHONGQING, China, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, the social experiment reality show Wonderland Season Ⅵ, meticulously crafted by Tencent Video, has been airing to a strong response in China. With its authentic portrayal of group social dynamics and the unique hustle-and-bustle flair of Chongqing, the show has quickly become a breakout variety hit of 2026. It currently holds an S+ rating on Yunhe, scores 8.1 on China’s major social platform Weibo, and has achieved outstanding results on third-party viewership charts and trending topic counts across the internet. Multiple authoritative Chinese media outlets have covered the program from various angles, offering professional interpretations of its themes—examining themes ranging from how strangers build relationships to what the show reveals about contemporary social behavior. During its broadcast, discussions around social boundaries, ideal communal living models, and the concept of a “raw life” have continued to gain traction on platforms such as Weibo, Xiaohongshu, and Douyin, striking a deep chord with young Chinese audiences.

This season revolves around the theme of “Raw Life.” It follows 15 residents—Zhou Tao, Yuan Yongyi, Peng Guanying, Xiao Jingteng, Fang Yuan, A Runa, Xu Zhisheng, Li Xueqin, Li Jiaqi, Wang Ziqi, Kuku de Teng, Xu Ruohan, Chen Xinhai, En Li, and He Junlin—as they begin their journey in an unfinished industrial space on the outskirts of the city. Over the course of 21 days, they experience a genuine transformation from strangers to close companions, blending unexpected humor with heartfelt everyday moments while exploring the emotional and social needs of modern urban life. Wonderland Season Ⅵ not only continues the franchise’s acclaimed six-year legacy but also demonstrates the enduring creativity and cultural influence of one of China’s most beloved variety shows through a steady stream of viral moments and meaningful tourism collaborations.

Since its debut, the Wonderland series has accompanied audiences for six consecutive years. Loyal viewers have followed the program from its idyllic first season in Pinggu through a wide range of Chinese landscapes—including coastal villages, snow-covered mountains, expansive grasslands, and now the urban fringe of Chongqing, where this season begins in the Chongqing Industrial Museum. On Chinese social media, many viewers describe the show as “digital comfort food” or “a comforting emotional refuge.” This lasting emotional connection has evolved beyond ordinary viewer engagement into a shared memory of friendship, growth, and social exploration for a new generation of young audiences. Such enduring audience loyalty is a testament to the franchise’s lasting appeal.

The program’s influence extends well beyond the screen. Over six seasons, Wonderland has gradually become a powerful driver of local cultural tourism. Filming locations from previous seasons have evolved into popular tourist destinations, attracting visitors and stimulating local consumption. In Season 6, the production is based in Dadukou District, Chongqing. Through landmark light shows, open-day events themed around “Wonderland,” and other offline activities, the program has successfully connected historical landmarks, Chongqing’s vibrant street life, and the show’s storytelling, further enhancing the city’s tourism profile.

Across six seasons, Wonderland has remained centered on one timeless theme—human relationships. By reflecting the realities of modern social life, it enables countless young viewers to see themselves on screen while finding people who share similar values. Looking ahead, the warmth and trust built over six seasons will continue to grow, as the program explores the endless possibilities of authentic human connection.

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SOURCE Tencent Technology (Beijing) Company

LIBERIA, Costa Rica, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Guanacaste Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), a member of the VINCI Airports network, has partnered with AirportLabs to upgrade to an integrated suite of digital tools. The deployment covered four core solutions — SkyCore AODB, Allegra RMS, VisionAir FIDS, and Airport Community App.

A Gateway Built for Growth

In a move designed to strengthen operational efficiency, enhance collaboration among airport stakeholders, and support future growth, Guanacaste Airport (Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport), a member of the VINCI Airports network, has completed the deployment of a comprehensive suite of digital solutions developed by AirportsLab. 

The implementation includes four core platforms: SkyCore AODB, Allegra RMS, VisionAir FIDS, and the Airport Community App, creating a connected digital ecosystem that streamlines airport operations, improves decision-making, and enhances passenger experience.

Serving 2 million passengers a year and connecting the region to destinations across North America andEuropethe airport has long been central to Guanacaste’s identity as a world-class tourism destination.

The Challenge: Coordination at Scale

As passenger volumes grew and airline partnerships expanded, Guanacaste Airport recognized the need to optimize day-to-day airport operations. Teams were relying on separate systems and manual processes from managing flight schedules, resource allocation, and demand forecasting largely by hand, with limited shared visibility across the operation.

“Driven by our commitment to operational excellence and sustained growth, Guanacaste Airport sought a solution to transform operations. Our partnership with AirportLabs delivered an integrated platform that has streamlined workflows,reduce manual work effort, and improve coordination across teams, while providing real-time insights that support faster, more informed decision-making. Together, the partnership is helping build a more connected, efficient, and future-ready airport”, stated Lizeth Valverde, Guanacaste Airport COO.

The Partnership

AirportLabs presented a structured phased deployment in which Guanacaste Airport modernized its operational environment without disrupting its daily activities. Working with AirportLabs, Guanacaste Airport brought SkyCore AODB and Allegra RMS live in February 2025, following a period of testing and staff training. The system became fully operative during the final quarter of 2025, enhancing operational efficiency and resource planning across the airport.

The transformation continued with the implementation of VisionAir FIDS in March 2025, giving passengers accurate synchronized flight information across every display in the terminal. By December 2025, Airport Community App was introduced to complete the airport’s digital ecosystem, connecting the operational teams on the ground and enabling faster communication stronger collaboration, and more agile decision-making. Together, these solutions have helped position Guanacaste Airport for continued growth and operational excellence.

Each product was selected to solve a specific operational challenge, and together, they form the backbone of a more connected, more responsive airport.

SkyCore AODB: Automates flight schedule management and eliminates data fragmentation, so all teams are working from a single, accurate source of truth.Allegra RMS: Moves resource planning from static spreadsheets to a dynamic, machine-learning-driven model, improving capacity utilization and unlocking new revenue opportunities.VisionAir FIDS: A hardware-agnostic display platform delivering real-time flight and wayfinding information to passengers across the terminal.Airport Community App: A mobile hub for operational teams, centralizing communication and enabling faster resolution of ground-level issues around the clock.

“What we built together here is not just a technology deployment. It is a foundation that gives every team at Guanacaste Airport — from resource planners to ground staff — the visibility and tools they need to make better decisions, faster. We are proud to be part of this next chapter.,” says Rares Tudor Ignatescu, Product Manager at AirportLabs

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About AirportLabs

A global leader in aviation technology, AirportLabs delivers integrated, cloud-native tools that make airport operations simple. With over a decade of proven results and deployments at 100+ airports – including some of the world’s busiest international hubs – AirportLabs helps operational teams work as one, with shared, real-time insight. By connecting critical systems and simplifying complex data instead of adding complexity, AirportLabs enables airports, airlines, and ground handlers to increase efficiency, strengthen resilience, and deliver a smoother passenger experience

About VINCI Airports

As the leading private airport operator in the world, VINCI Airports manages the development and operation of more than 70 airports located in 14 countries. VINCI Airports draws on its expertise as a comprehensive integrator to develop, finance, build, and operate airports, leveraging its investment capability and know-how to optimise operational performance and modernise infrastructure while bringing about their environmental transition. In 2016, VINCI Airports became the first airport operator to commit to an international environmental strategy, setting itself the aim of reaching zero net emissions (scopes 1 and 2) across the network by 2050 while supporting local climate transitions in the territories.

About Coriport (Guanacaste Airport)

We are the concessionaire of the Costa Rican State since 2010 for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the new passenger terminal and associated land facilities of the Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport. Under its administration it is managed with 5-star Blue Flag, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards, in addition to being the first carbon neutral terminal in the region. LIR has been awarded for the sixth consecutive year the Customer Service Quality (ASQ) award in Latin America and the Caribbean in the category of less than two million passengers per year.

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SOURCE AirportLabs Limited