Figure’s $675M Series B Boosts Valuation to $26B
TLDR: Figure raised $675M in Series B funding at a $2.6B valuation. The company plans to use the funds to accelerate the deployment of humanoid robots into the workforce. Figure, a Sunnyvale,
Dream VC Launches 2024 Africa Investment Programs
TLDR: Dream VC announces the commencement of applications for the 2024 cohorts of their flagship African-focused Venture Capital training programs. The programs aim to train the next pool of Africa-focused investment professionals
Japan clears way for VC firms to invest in cryptocurrency
TLDR: Japan’s cabinet approves cryptocurrencies as investment assets for venture capital firms. The amendment aligns with Prime Minister Kishida’s “new capitalism” vision, fostering Japan’s web3 industry and offering tax incentives for crypto
Expanding IDC Ventures: Jeremy Sparrow’s Partnership Strengthens Global Reach
TLDR: Jeremy Sparrow has joined IDC Ventures as a Partner based in London. Sparrow brings with him a wealth of experience in finance, consulting, and technology to expand IDC Ventures’ global footprint.
Boost Your Startup’s Success with FasterCapital Funding and Support
TLDR: FasterCapital is an online incubator/accelerator that has helped over 500 startups raise $1.6 billion and invested over $500 million in 200+ startups. CEO Hesham Zreik provides work per equity, a technical
Bold Innovation: Inspired Capital Raises $330M for Third Fund
Inspired Capital Secures $330M for Third Fund, Targets Bold Innovations in Early-Stage Ventures TLDR: Inspired Capital secures $330 million for its third funding round, elevating its total assets under management to nearly
Paris Cybertech Filigran Secures €15M for Open Source Threat Intel
TLDR: Paris-based cybertech Filigran raises €15 million in Series A funding from Accel, Moonfire Ventures, and Motier Ventures. Filigran plans to expand its open source threat intelligence platform and accelerate its global
Unveiling the Truth: VC’s Battles Over AI Hype vs Reality
TLDR: VCs are struggling to differentiate between real AI technology and mere illusions as the hype around AI continues to grow. Investors are looking for companies that are truly changing industries with
Latin America’s Booming Venture Capital Scene: $4B, 864 Deals, Changes
TLDR: Latin America’s venture capital funding saw a significant decline in 2023, totaling $4 billion across 864 deals. Despite challenges, there are investment opportunities in emerging sectors such as fintech, AI, agtech,
Fund Your Future: A Beginner’s Guide to Venture Funding
TLDR: Wayee Chu, general partner at Reach Capital, will present “Venture Fund 101” at CWRU Speaker Series roundtable discussion on March 7. The event will cover information on pursuing venture capital as