Chicago Investors Get Deals Done: Jumping into Action
TLDR: The economy is projected to grow by 3.5% this quarter. Unemployment rates are expected to decrease by 1% by the end of the year. Economic Growth and Job Market Updates In
Empowering Black Female Entrepreneurs: Future of Venture Capital
TLDR: – Black women entrepreneurs face challenges in securing venture capital funding – Organizations like Sisters With Ventures and Fearless Fund are working to support and empower Black women in the venture
AI funding surges, transforming tech investment landscape
TLDR: – In the second quarter, Bay Area venture funding increased compared to last year, with significant investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI). – The region saw about $17.9 billion in funding, almost
From Olympic Gold to Startup Success: The Journey of Larsen Jensen
TLDR: Olympic swimmer Larsen Jensen transitioned from sports to venture capital after winning two medals. He draws parallels between startup founders and Olympians, citing similar experiences of suffering and uncertainty. Article Summary:
Dried Up: Vertical Farming Startups Keep Planting Seeds
TLDR: – Venture capital funding for vertical farming has decreased in recent quarters – Startups in the industry are facing challenges in achieving profitability Vertical Farming Venture Capital Has Dried Up, But
Prevent Solar Asset Damage with Convective Capital’s OnSight Technology
TLDR: – Convective Capital has made a strategic investment in OnSight Technology to support their innovative solar monitoring and inspection solutions. – OnSight’s Bulldog Inspection robot and OWL fire detection system help
Mezo’s BitcoinFi Project raises $75M from Ledger Cathay Fund
TLDR: Thesis’ BitcoinFi Project, Mezo, completes $7.5M strategic round led by Ledger Cathay Fund Investment to accelerate technology development and grow the BitcoinFi ecosystem Thesis, a venture production studio funding and building
Defying the Odds: Noa Khamallah’s Journey to Solo GP Success
TLDR: Noa Khamallah defied statistics and systemic barriers to become a solo GP backed by athletes and celebrities. His journey from facing significant obstacles to achieving success in venture capital showcases resilience
UK Universities Reduce Spinout Equity to Encourage Innovation and Growth
TLDR: UK universities, influenced by groups like TenU and government policy, are lowering equity stakes in spinouts to attract more VC investment. The University of Southampton recently reduced the equity it takes
Kennet’s Fund VI Smashes €266M Target
TLDR: Kennet, a growth equity firm based in London, raised €266m for Kennet VI The fund focuses on capital efficient B2B SaaS companies across Europe London-based growth equity firm Kennet has successfully