Venture Capital
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How VCs Vet Deep Tech Startups: The Technical and IP Due Diligence Framework That Decides Early-Stage Deals
Venture capitalists vet deep tech startups by scrutinizing the core technology's feasibility and scalability, alongside undisputed intellectual property ownership. This technical and IP due diligence framework is crucial for early-stage deals where traditional traction metrics are absent.
Corporate Venture Capital in Latin America: A Strategic Tool With a Dual Set of Challenges
Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) involves corporations investing in startups primarily for strategic gains, not just financial returns. In Latin America, CVC success hinges on navigating internal corporate hurdles and external market complexities.
Five Metrics That Actually Matter When Evaluating Early-Stage Climate Tech Startups
Traditional SaaS metrics often mislead when evaluating early-stage climate tech startups. A better approach uses a three-dimension framework: climate impact potential, technology and market viability, and business model scalability, anchored by five key metrics.
Forbion Raises Record €2.3 Billion, Defying European Biotech Funding Slump
Life sciences VC firm Forbion has raised a record €2.3 billion, defying a significant downturn in European venture fundraising. This substantial capital injection signals strong investor confidence in specialist biotech managers with proven performance.
From Grant to Growth: A Deep Tech Founder's Guide to Strategic Funding
Deep tech startups require a strategic, blended funding approach, leveraging non-dilutive grants for early R&D, venture capital for scaling, and strategic partnerships for market entry. Successfully navigating this complex journey demands operational shifts and a clear decision framework aligned with company milestones.
AI Dominates Innovation Investment as Deep Science Startups Reach $7.6 Trillion Valuation, WIPO Reports
The WIPO Global Innovation Index 2026 reports that artificial intelligence (AI) now commands the majority of venture capital funding, while deep science startups have collectively achieved a $7.6 trillion global valuation. AI is identified as a key catalyst for innovation across frontier science fields, driving significant investment and commercial ventures.
Momenta Pursues $751 Million IPO on Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Despite a net loss of $509 million for fiscal year 2025, Momenta launched its Hong Kong IPO on June 29, 2026, aiming to raise $751 million.
Founders Fund backs Shinkei Systems' humane fish harvesting
A refrigerator-sized robot named Poseidon is now mounting on commercial fishing boats, instantly locating fish brains to ensure a humane, 'ceremony grade' kill.
Quantum Leap Technologies Hits £100 Billion Valuation, UK's First
Just five years after its 2018 inception, Quantum Leap Technologies, a London-based AI firm, achieved a staggering £100 billion valuation.
SpaceX raises $75 billion ahead of historic IPO debut
Retail investors alone submitted over $100 billion in orders for SpaceX's initial public offering, dwarfing the $75 billion the company actually raised, according to Bloomberg .
Late-stage investors fuel AI firm growth, shaping 2026 IPO market
AI startup Anthropic confidentially filed for an initial public offering, immediately intensifying a race among its competitors to go public, according to Northeastern Global News .
Orlando Bravo sees private equity IPOs rebound as SaaSpocalypse ends
Orlando Bravo, whose firm Thoma Bravo manages $180 billion, has declared the 'SaaSpocalypse' officially finished, according to Bloomberg .
Standard Bots raises $200 million for US robot manufacturing
In just over two years, Standard Bots secured $200 million in new funding.
Australian Startups: Scaling Success in the US Market
Over the past decade, at least 100 Australian startups have not just entered but built sustainable businesses in the US market, reports the United States Studies Centre .
SpaceX aims for $2.5 billion in Japanese share sale
SpaceX is now seeking to raise a staggering $2.
SoftBank in early talks for $800M Agile Robots funding
Just months after leading a $220 million round, SoftBank is reportedly in early talks to anchor an $800 million new funding round for Agile Robots, a German industrial AI robotics startup.
Bloomberg Names 25 Top African Startups to Watch in 2026
African payments company NALA has secured up to US$50 million in credit financing, indicating robust investor confidence in the continent's tech scene.
Mistral AI partners with Airbus and BMW for manufacturing solutions
In a surprising move, Mistral AI, known for its general AI models, has struck deals with industrial giants Airbus SE and BMW AG to bring its technology directly into advanced manufacturing, according
SoftBank Embraces Retail Market Investment Strategy
SoftBank, the audacious tech investor, is now offering individual investors a 35-year bond with an initial interest rate up to 5.
Oaktree seeks credit investment opportunities in dispersed markets
A growing divide in credit markets leaves weaker companies desperate for capital, even as Oaktree Capital Management's global credit co-portfolio manager, Danielle Poli, advises caution.
Startups Leverage Nvidia Infrastructure for AI Compute Power
AI startup Decart, recently valued at nearly $4 billion, secured Nvidia as a new investor, according to The Wall Street Journal .