Adrian Johnson

TLDR: Key Points: Interview with Andre Retterath, Partner at Earlybird VC. Discussion on data-driven approach in venture capital. In episode 85 of the EU-Startups Podcast, Andre Retterath, Partner at Earlybird VC, discusses

TLDR: Forterra, a self-driving technology company, closes a $75 million Series B round co-led by Moore Strategic Ventures The funding will accelerate the development, testing, and deployment of their AutoDrive autonomous driving

TLDR: Colorful Capital’s fundraising efforts for a debut fund have faced challenges. The firm has lowered its minimum LP commitment, accepted donations, and hosted a poker tournament for potential LPs. In the

TLDR: Prominent names in the VC and PE ecosystem are breaking away to start their own funds, facing challenges in raising capital. LPs are currently favoring the public markets for higher returns,

TLDR: Velliv, a Danish pension fund with DKK 13bn invested in private equity, is scaling back on venture capital investments. The Head of Alternatives, Christoph Junge, states that satisfying returns on venture

TLDR: New Era Capital Partners is raising a $150 million fund, with an $80 million initial close, despite challenges due to the ongoing war. The fund plans to invest in 20-25 early-stage

TLDR: BEX raises $765 million for secondaries VC player partners with academia A recent article in Alternatives Watch highlights significant private market activities, including venture funding rounds, strategic acquisitions, investments in tech

TLDR VC leaders of color are facing challenges in a post-DEI America. Recent legal actions and policy changes are impacting diversity initiatives in the VC space. Article Summary When Milton Speid reflects

TLDR: Paymob, a financial services enabler based in Egypt, has extended its Series B funding to $72 million with a $22 million investment from EBRD Venture Capital and Endeavor Catalyst. The extension

TLDR: The Vietnam Private Capital Agency (VPCA) officially launches to drive $35 billion in private investments by 2035. Founded by industry leaders from firms like Do Ventures, AVV, Golden Gate Ventures, Mekong