Venture Capital Blog (4)

• Feb 13, 2025 9:08:17 AM •

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a16z Closes $7.2 Billion: Betting Big on AI, US Innovation

Venture capital powerhouse Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has strengthened its position. They announced closing $7.2 billion across new funds.

By Rob Palmer

• Feb 11, 2025 7:30:00 AM •

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Common Mistakes Startups Make When Raising Venture Capital

As we all know, securing venture capital is a big step for startups aiming to scale. The right funding can fuel growth, but the process comes with plenty of challenges. Founders often make avoidable m...

By Ben Walker

• Feb 10, 2025 9:30:00 AM •

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Why Real Estate Investors Are Turning to PropTech for Better ROI

Investors no longer rely solely on traditional methods to grow their wealth. Thanks to new technology, the way money is invested, properties are developed, and businesses are managed is shifting fast.

By Darren Wall

• Feb 4, 2025 6:34:39 AM •

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From Dorm Room to Jetsetter: How Tryp.com Is Redefining Travel Planning

What started as a student project in a dorm has evolved into one of the most exciting names in AI-powered travel. Tryp.com isn’t just another booking platform—it’s a game-changer, using cutting-edge t...

By Darren Wall

• Feb 3, 2025 5:50:55 AM •

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The Rise of Microfunding for Niche Startups

Startups have always been about big dreams, but securing funding for those dreams hasn’t been easy — especially for businesses in niche markets. But now, microfunding is giving them a way to fulfill t...

By Darren Wall

• Jan 31, 2025 10:18:10 AM •

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The Role of Tactical Investment Strategy in Diversifying Your Portfolio

In the world of finance, diversifying investments is crucial. Tactical investment strategies safeguard capital during market slumps and leverage positive market conditions. These methods actively adju...

By Sara Sparrow

• Jan 30, 2025 2:01:28 PM •

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Mastering the Executive Summary: Writing for Busy Investors

When you're pitching to investors, time is your biggest challenge. They skim, they scan, and they decide fast. That’s why your executive summary is the most critical part of your business plan. Get it...

By Darren Wall

• Jan 27, 2025 9:08:34 AM •

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Sigma Capital Bets Big on Web3 with $100M Blockchain Investment Fund

Sigma Capital’s $100 million Web3 fund is set to be a watershed moment for the blockchain landscape. Focusing on early-stage startups, DeFi, and tokenization projects, the hope is that it will lead to...

By Darren Wall

• Jan 23, 2025 11:44:09 AM •

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The 5 Most Common Business Pitching Mistakes to Avoid

By Darren Wall

• Jan 20, 2025 6:18:30 AM •

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Epirus Inc. Secures Up to $200M in Defense Tech Funding from 8VC

Epirus Inc., a high-growth, Torrance-based defense tech company, is reportedly in talks to raise up to $200 million in funding led by 8VC. This investment, aimed at scaling its flagship Leonidas syste...