Venture Capital Blog

In the role of an investment Pitch to potential investors, the requirements are a unique blend of storytelling, data, and clear visuals to capture attention and convey a compelling narrative. Traditionally, creating an impactful investment pitch meant hours of preparation, with a significant focus on refining both the content and delivery. 

In what’s sure to be a significant boost to South Africa's tech ecosystem, a consortium of public and private partners has launched a $17 million (ZAR300 million) Seed Fund of Funds designed to provide critical early-stage capital to emerging technology startups in the country. 

San Francisco-based artificial intelligence leader OpenAI has raised $6.6 billion in a recent funding round, pushing its post-money valuation to an impressive $157 billion.

For entrepreneurs seeking venture capital, understanding pre-money valuation and post-money valuation is essential for successful fundraising. These valuation concepts help determine the equity exchanged for investment and shape long-term outcomes. 

Qualified Small Business Stocks, commonly referred to as QSBS, can be a significant advantage for investors and businesses alike. By offering potential tax benefits and stimulating capital flow into small businesses, QSBS has captured the attention of many astute investors.

Buy-and-build is an effective business growth strategy that involves acquiring and integrating smaller, complementary companies into a larger platform. The strategy is often adopted by private equity firms and expanding businesses that aim to scale operations rapidly, enhance market presence, and drive value. 

Balderton Capital, a leading European venture capital firm, has announced the successful raise of $1.3 billion to support tech startups across Europe. 

In a move that’s sure to shake up the business intelligence sector, Board Intelligence has secured substantial funding from K1 Investment Management. This investment, which values Board Intelligence at £230 million, marks a pivotal moment for the AI-based business, underscoring its robust market position and growth potential.

Indiana's tech venture capital (VC) scene is experiencing a remarkable surge, outpacing national trends even as the broader US market faces challenges.