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✨ Breaking: Artesian Venture Partners Announces New Fund.- Artesian (Alternative Investments) Artesian Venture Partners, a partner of the WAVC initiative, focuses on venture capital investments in early-stage startups across various sectors, including health sciences and renewable energy. https://lnkd.in/dvfKFtkf Please share to let other #Founders know For the ❤️ of Startups #Fusion42 #Startups #Venturecapital

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A rapidly maturing startup ecosystem, heightened due diligence practices, and a steady pipeline of startups gearing up for public markets, India is clearly the promised land for investors and entrepreneurs alike. In a recent interview with Vibhuti Sharma from DealStreetAsia, I delved into how India remains a key focus for RTP Global. We discussed how with our new $1B fund, we are doubling down on the region's potential, backed by our dedicated team in India supporting early-stage entrepreneurs. India is an essential part of RTP Global's long-term vision, and we remain committed to nurturing innovative startups that can scale globally

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"Nonetheless, LP preference for this pattern has incentivized the landscape of emerging managers, pressuring managers to look more and more like miniature copies of these firms. They seem to follow a remarkably similar strategy - small fund focused on access investing alongside brand name firms with the plan to “plow” into winners and eventually scale into leading checks with a bigger fund. However, very few of these funds ever have the opportunity to lean in given the hierarchy of the larger firms coming in and they rarely will compete against those firms (dare not to bite the hand that feeds you) to lead rounds in those companies. The investor presentations, backgrounds and even portfolios of these new upstarts look remarkably similar. While we may see range and breadth in the quantity of funds being created, the homogeneity of these firms robs the ecosystem of the opportunity for new product innovation, independent conviction or original thought.  For an industry that prides itself on contrarianism, it’s hard to predict the consequences of such homogeneity - as IPO windows push out, reliance on downstream capital grows, leaving founders and early stage investors at the behest of what mega funds will capitalize. When a small subset of funds force the industry to uniform, consensus investing, then I think we’ve lost the essential nature of VC. At that point, smaller firms are just outsourced resources, not independent investors. To be clear, I don’t think anyone is at fault here. Everyone is acting in-line with their incentives and it is to be naturally expected that we would arrive at that state. Nonetheless, these incentives may yield a terminal state where venture capital ceases to exist in its current form - one where our industry becomes so uniform in feeding the mega fund machine (making those firms even bigger and these incentive structures stronger) that our industry ultimately looks more like Blackrock than Benchmark. If these incentives are destined to perpetuate our industry to the point of failure, we must evolve or go extinct."

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Imagine speaking without saying a word! Sci-fi? Not Anymore 🧠🗣️ Rubén Domínguez Ibar and I had the chance of interviewing Vasco Pedro, the CEO & Co-Founder of Unbabel, who demoed their mind-blowing product, Halo Halo is a revolutionary technology that combines hardware, software Gen AI and a non invasive neural interface to translate brain signals into words hence - "speaking without saying a word" 🤯 Early usage is transforming the lives of ALS patients who haven't been able to speak in years. Seeing it in action is absolutely jaw-dropping 📽️ You've got to see the demo in the interview below 👇 AI For Good 🤖💖 - It's here ✅

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Check out Garibaldi's Mid-Year report on Technology M&A and investment trends. We are starting to see a slight **knocks on wood** recovery in both investments and exits!

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Europe's tech market has some catching up to do. #eu #techmarket #technology #techcompanies #marketvalue #financing #growthcapital #scaleups #commercialisation

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AI is transforming transportation. Meight is the latest example of an AI-powered startup targeting the trucking sector. They are automating workflow for small European carriers. And they just raised $4M led by Cusp Capital. Europe is slow to adopt new transportation tech, but could this be a stepping stone for something bigger? https://lnkd.in/eiQsheT3

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What Dave McClure is building resonates well what we are doing with our Siena Secondary Fund. Although one focuses on fund stakes and the other company positions, the journey is the same - need to educate the market about what is #VC #secondary and how to benefit from it...

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Venture Capital and Cleantech: Investing in a Sustainable Future https://buff.ly/3VxjXzT 'Exploring the intersection of Venture Capital and Cleantech presents a compelling opportunity to invest in a sustainable future. By channeling resources into innovative green technologies, investors can drive positive environmental impact while securing financial returns. In today's rapidly evolving market, the demand for sustainable solutions is on the rise, making Cleantech investments more promising than ever. Embracing this shift towards eco-friendly practices not only benefits the planet but also creates long-term value for stakeholders. Stay ahead of the curve and reap the rewards of investing in a cleaner, greener tomorrow. #SustainableInvesting #GreenTechRevolution'

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Capital requirement rules for institutional investors are a real hindrance to put to work the €100 billions needed to build the industries of tomorrow and to secure pensions with better financial returns. Good initiative by European start-up associations. Maya Noël Daphné Leprince-Ringuet Sifted Invest Europe France Digitale Startup-Verband https://lnkd.in/dMVyxheX

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Our mission is clear: to make top-tier services affordable and accessible to the mid-market. Freelancers were often the only viable option in the past, while consultancies came with high costs and other downsides. Our experience shows that a small integrated team of senior operators delivers the best results. A rapidly growing number of repeat customers agrees. Reach out to learn how we can help you accelerate growth affordably yet through a best-in-class delivery model. #operatingpartner #commercialexcellence #privateequity #freelancer #managementconsultant Mitul Ruparelia Pedro Correia Krishna Chaitanya Simon Blackburn

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peaq 🤝 Mastercard Excited about our portco peaq being selected for Mastercard’s award-winning Start Path program to explore synergies and opportunities between the #DePIN sector and the world of #TradFI and #FinTech 🏦 #TradFi infrastructure can massively accelerate #DePIN adoption. By tapping Mastercard's extensive network and user base, peaq aims to leverage existing, traditional infrastructure to scale #DePINs to billions of users and machines, while staying true to #Web3 values. From agriculture marketplaces (Farmsent) to machine tokenization (Teneo) to mapping noise pollution (Silencio) and dozens more – peaq is taking its place as the blockchain of choice for #DePIN builders. With Mastercard, peaq will explore how #DePINs in its peaqosystem can leverage this integration to drive mass adoption much faster and with far less friction ⚡ https://lnkd.in/dc_DrWhM

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EU still has lot to do, in particular when it comes to the flow of money. This capital markets union just might be the last chance to fix it... #eu #moneyflow #singlemarket #economy #investment #startup #financing #risktaking #innovation #scaleup #growthfunding #growthcapital #investors #investmentstrategies

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"Sovereign wealth funds out of the Middle East are emerging as key backers of Silicon Valley’s artificial intelligence darlings. Oil-rich nations like Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar have been looking to diversify their economies, and are turning to tech investments as a hedge. In the past year, funding for AI companies by Middle-Eastern sovereigns has increased fivefold, according to data from Pitchbook. MGX, a new AI fund out of The United Arab Emirates, was among investors looking to get a slice of OpenAI’s latest fundraise this week, two sources told CNBC. The round is set to value OpenAI at $150 billion, said the people, who asked not to be named because the discussions are confidential. Few venture funds have deep enough pockets to compete with the multibillion-dollar checks coming from the likes of Microsoft and Amazon. But these sovereign funds have no problem coming up with cash for AI deals. They invest on behalf of their governments, which have been helped by rising energy prices in recent years. The Gulf Cooperation Council, or GCC, countries’ total wealth is expected to rise from $2.7 trillion to $3.5 trillion by 2026, according to Goldman Sachs. The Saudi Public Investment Fund, or PIF, has topped $925 billion, and has been on an investing spree as part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s “Vision 2030” initiative. The PIF has investments in companies including Uber, while also spending heavily on the LIV golf league and professional soccer. UAE’s Mubadala has $302 billion under management, and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority has $1 trillion under management. Qatar Investment Authority has $475 billion, while Kuwait’s fund has topped $800 billion. Earlier this week, Abu Dhabi-based MGX joined a partnership on AI infrastructure with BlackRock, Microsoft and Global Infrastructure Partners, aiming to raise as much as $100 billion for data centers and other infrastructure investments. MGX was launched as a dedicated AI fund in March, with Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala and AI firm G42 as founding partners. UAE’s Mubadala has also invested in OpenAI rival Anthropic, and is among the most active venture investors, with eight AI deals in the past four years, according to Pitchbook. Anthropic ruled out taking money from the Saudis in its last funding round, citing national security, sources told CNBC.  Saudi Arabia’s PIF is in talks to create a $40 billion partnership with U.S. venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. It also launched a dedicated AI fund called the Saudi Company for Artificial Intelligence, or SCAI."

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2024 LAVCA Trends in Tech - LAVCA https://buff.ly/4dfL6Qf by @LAVCA sector and country-specific breakdowns, average round sizes across investment stages and the current role of global investors co-investing alongside local fund managers! #rafAIgual #vc #trends #investment #latam

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VC in Europe: State of European Tech 24 by Atomico report is out. For sure an interesting read. The ecosystem is still growing quick. In an era where DPI is the new IRR, all eyes are on exits. Report is here: https://lnkd.in/eGdU4Thm #venturecapital #VC #Atomico #privatemarkets

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As investment flows continue to drive growth in tech and innovation, startups in Ireland 🇮🇪 and the UK are seizing the opportunity to scale, innovate, and disrupt. From AI-driven diagnostic solutions to platforms reimagining corporate interactions and offshore energy innovations, the startup ecosystem is humming with fresh funding and new milestones. Here are some standout deals this month that signal the ongoing strength and potential of startup and scale-up ventures. Needi Investment: £1.4 million Investors: Clarendon Fund Managers, Techstart Ventures LLP Ventures, several angels What they do: needi is a Manchester-based startup redefining corporate gifting by connecting businesses to unique, sustainable products from local suppliers. Founders: Louise Doyle and Steph Scholes Ooodles Investment: €2.5m Investors: āltitude, UK family office Traditum Private Investment Office What they do: Ooodles offers tech leasing solutions to SMEs, allowing them to access the latest tech equipment without significant upfront costs. This latest round is to help expand flexible tech leasing for Irish SMEs Founders: Leonardo Poggiali and Kannan Reghu Gazelle Wind Power Limited Investment: €11.4 million Investors: Indico Capital Partners, DST Global, August One, Wah Kwong, and E2IN2, among others. What they do: Irish based Gazelle Wind Power is developing next-generation floating offshore wind platform technology. Founder: Jon Salazar iFAST Diagnostics Investment: £5 million Investors: KHP Ventures, QantX, UKI2S (managed by Future Planet Capital), Kadmos Capital Ltd, EInk, Raw Ventures, OKG Capital, and angels What they do: iFast Diagnostics has developed technology to determine the most effective antibiotics for different bacteria. Founders: Toby King, Hywel Morgan and @Daniel Spencer RESEARCH GRID Investment: £5 million Investors: Fuel Ventures 🚀, Arve Capital, Ada Ventures, Morgan Stanley Inclusive Venture Lab, Arāya Ventures, Ascension, Plug and Play Ventures, and Atomico What they do: Research Grid is an AI/health tech company focused on improving research processes. Founder: Dr Amber Michelle Hill Paloma Health Investment: €2.3 million Investors: TriplePoint Capital and James Allgrove Company: Paloma Health aims to reduce the long waiting times for children's autism assessments by utilising technology and artificial intelligence to cut the diagnosis time from over two years to just four weeks. Founder: Guillaume ("G") Cohen-Skalli

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“Overall, Olsberg SPI highlighted that well-designed production incentives are crucial economic tools, delivering direct and indirect benefits through job creation, infrastructure investment, and even tourism. The data in this report strongly supports the argument that production incentives drive economic value beyond initial production costs, making them a beneficial investment for governments globally.”

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At Fortune’s Brainstorm Tech conference, an engaging discussion shed light on the evolving venture capital (VC) landscape. One of the key takeaways was the underscore of vibrant growth of the VC sector, with the number of firms soaring from 6,000 in 2013 to about 60,000 today. This surge in competition is driving VCs to innovate and refine their fundraising strategies, creating a dynamic environment for investment opportunities. Additionally, the session touched on how family offices provide flexible capital for smaller investments while emphasizing the thorough scrutiny required for larger funds. An emphasis on candid conversations among VCs and limited partners highlighted a commitment to fostering a more collaborative and forward-thinking investment community. Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/gHjJbtr3 Fortune Allie Garfinkle Branded Hospitality Ventures Hospitality Headline Newsletter #VentureCapital #Investment #hospitality #community Clara Shih Paulo Rosado #BrainstormTech Christine Moseley Rick Rose

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