It appears that worldwide web3 venture funding is on track to decline for the seventh consecutive quarter. While this may come as a surprise to many, the slowing demand for web3-based solutions has caused investors to pull back from providing capital for such endeavors. In particular, the amount of venture capital invested in web3 startups… Continue reading Global web3 venture funding on pace to decline for seventh straight quarter
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Three more VCs sign on to Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
On April 12, 2023, the news broke that three more venture capital firms–Capital XRP, Outset Ventures and Hyperloon Group–have signed on to be the next vehicles of funding for the upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt event in Barcelona, Spain. This news follows the announcement that the venture capital arm of Spanish insurer MAPFRE had also signed on,… Continue reading Three more VCs sign on to Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
Main Sequence hits first close of $450M AUD for its third deep tech fund
Main Sequence Ventures has hit yet another milestone, with the close of its third deep technology-focused venture fund at the remarkable sum of $450 million AUD. The new fund, which is more than twice the size of Main Sequence’s debut fund, is comprised of a number of renowned global and local investors including Horizons Ventures,… Continue reading Main Sequence hits first close of $450M AUD for its third deep tech fund
At just 2.1% of all VC investment, funding for women remains ‘meh’ in Q1 2023
In the first quarter of 2023, the venture capital funding landscape for women remains disappointingly low, with just 2.1% of total disbursements. This is even lower than the previous quarter’s 4% and the 3.2% in the same period of 2023. The need for more funding for women-owned businesses has been a long-standing issue and significant… Continue reading At just 2.1% of all VC investment, funding for women remains ‘meh’ in Q1 2023
Have startup valuations fallen enough to feel sane again?
In recent years, the startup funding market has gone through multiple changes as venture capital firms shift their focus away from astronomical valuations. These days, questions among investors, startups, and industry watchers have shifted from “how high can startup valuations go?” to “have startup valuations fallen enough to feel sane again?” The main drivers of… Continue reading Have startup valuations fallen enough to feel sane again?
In edtech, history matters: Reach Capital just closed its largest fund to date
If you’re in the edtech space, it is time to take notice of Reach Capital’s recent announcement – the firm just closed its largest fund to date. This milestone is an important one for the education technology industry, as it highlights how much money is pouring into edtech and shows the potential for the years… Continue reading In edtech, history matters: Reach Capital just closed its largest fund to date
After GoFundMe
In the world of commerce, there is a new game changer that has been making headlines recently. Rob Solomon, the CEO of crowdsourcing company GoFundMe, is now embarking on a new venture: a $200M Kite. This innovative enterprise promises to provide a new paradigm for financing, allowing for more equitable financial access for businesses and… Continue reading After GoFundMe
How to manage uncertainty with Habi and Inspired Capital on TechCrunch Live
Uncertainty is one of the greatest challenges that entrepreneurs face when trying to grow their business. Whether it’s dealing with volatile markets, new regulations, or the unknown future of their business, it can be daunting to navigate the unknown. Fortunately, there are a number of tools and resources available to help entrepreneurs manage uncertainty, such… Continue reading How to manage uncertainty with Habi and Inspired Capital on TechCrunch Live
a16z will ‘continue to tailor’ its multibillion-dollar crypto funds to market opportunities, GP says
On June 1, a16z, one of the leading venture capital firms in the crypto space, announced the launch of its third late-stage crypto fund. And Ginny Rometty, the general partner (GP) of a16z, has revealed that the multibillion-dollar fund will be tailored to the current market opportunities in the crypto space. Around five years ago,… Continue reading a16z will ‘continue to tailor’ its multibillion-dollar crypto funds to market opportunities, GP says
‘High conviction
European startup founders have something to celebrate this week, as the venture capital firm Playfair Capital announced the launch of a new pre-seed fund, with a total amount of $70M. The new fund aims to support early-stage companies in Europe, providing much-needed capital for talented entrepreneurs to turn their business ideas into reality. Playfair Capital… Continue reading ‘High conviction