Rahul Gupta
Investing in early-stage startups and solid founders
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Joined April 2026
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Rahul Gupta is an active early-stage investor and co-founder at Day Zero Ventures, focusing on investments ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 in solid founders across India and the US. He also co-authors articles on investment strategies and market trends, such as the application of AI in recruitment. easyvc+3
He has a strong entrepreneurial background, having founded NALD Developers and Baya. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he co-founded Project StepOne, a telemedicine collective that mobilized volunteer doctors and technology to power state government helplines, ensuring accessible tele-screening services across various Indian states. yourstory+2
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Agentic Future of Recruitment - A Thesis
May 1, 2025A thesis exploring how AI, particularly agentic AI, is set to transform the recruitment industry. It breaks down market overview, the impact of AI, an Agentic AI Framework, competitive moats, and predictions for recruitment in 2030.
Investing in Fable: Helping Sales Teams craft Deal-Winning Demos
November 1, 2022An article detailing Day Zero Ventures' investment in Fable, a no-code demo builder for B2B sales. The article outlines the shift in the B2B sales landscape, the importance of compelling demos, and the benefits Fable offers to sales teams.