Adrian Johnson

TLDR: Xylem is investing $50 million in venture capital to support startups addressing water scarcity and climate challenges. The company will make direct investments in disruptive water technologies and contribute to specialized

TLDR: Suzuki launches a $40 million impact fund under Next Bharat Ventures for Indian social enterprises. The fund will focus on agriculture, mobility, supply chain solutions, and financial inclusion to boost rural

TLDR: European venture capital investment is on the rise, with startups raising $15.6 billion in Q2 2024. Energy is the biggest target for venture capital, with hydrogen startups receiving $1.3 billion in

TLDR: – Corporate interest in building companies is increasing – Corporates are seeking to create their own startups as part of their venturing toolkit In a recent webinar hosted by GCV and

TLDR: InvestBev, a private equity firm specializing in adult beverage industry investments, received a $50 million facility from Victory Park Capital. The facility will support InvestBev’s efforts to provide non-dilutive debt capital

TLDR: Morgan Creek Digital plans to raise up to $500 million for a new web3 fund targeting AI, blockchain technology, chips, and data. The firm aims to expand its footprint in Europe,

TLDR: Orios Venture Partners plans to raise $150-200 million for its fifth sector-agnostic fund next year. The firm aims to invest in early-stage startups across various sectors, including SaaS, agritech, and healthtech.

TLDR: Israeli AI construction tech startup Buildots receives $15 million investment led by Intel Capital The investment will help Buildots grow and revolutionize the construction sector with AI-powered software Israeli construction technology

TLDR: – Four Samsung affiliates invest 72 billion won in Flagship Pioneering for ‘Next Moderna’ – Flagship Pioneering plans to discover new drugs using mRNA technology Article Summary: Four Samsung Group affiliates

TLDR: Innovate Africa, an angel investment fund, has launched with an initial US$2.5 million rollout The fund aims to support up to 20 startups in its first year to solve complex problems