GO Ventures

Reverse pitches are a great way for VCs to rebalance the power dynamic and refresh thoughts on value add to startups while engaging the community #GOVentures #pitch #vc #startup

Set a meeting with our team if you’re attending TechCrunch Disrupt! #GOVentures #event #tech #startups

Big tech is now expanding their capabilities, while we don’t have a nuclear reactor at GO plc yet, we have been investing in solar energy companies…🤔 #GOVentures #vc #core #diversification

a list of unfortunate pivots #GOVentures #startup #strategy #pivot

Around this time five years ago we launched GO Ventures. It was an experiment and, as far as I'm aware, we were the only corporate in Malta that dedicated funds to invest in startups. These past five years have been a huge learning experience. Our idea today of what works is totally different from what we believed back in 2019. The only constant is that we're always looking for great startups. This is what we're looking for: ⭐tech based disruptive ideas; ideally with a link to telco ⭐strong founding team ⭐generating some revenue and showing growth ⭐Seed / Series A is our sweet spot If you meet those criteria and are looking for a strategic investor (we don't lead rounds), then we'd love to hear from you #startups #venturecapital #founders #entrepreneurship #innovation #techstartups #disruption #telco #businessgrowth #SeedFunding #SeriesA #strategicinvestment #GOVentures #investmentcriteria #Malta #corporateinvestment

To win the VC game, you need to think big—really big. LPs demand a >3x return in 7-10 years, so VCs are on the hunt for that elusive 100x exits that define their portfolio. That means your startup needs to be eyeing a $1B+ exit. The math is simple: many startups fail, some break even, and a rare few skyrocket. Your job? Show why you’re the latter. To get there, it’s not just about having a great idea; it’s about showing $100M+ in annual revenue, tapping into a massive market, and scaling fast. Capital efficiency is key, and your growth should be explosive—doubling or tripling year over year. VCs aren’t just betting on your idea— it’s about your market, your team, and your traction. They’re betting on your ability to defy the odds and deliver extraordinary returns. You need to demonstrate how all these elements align to create exponential potential. VCs know the risks, but they’re betting on your success to drive their fund’s returns. #GOVentures #VentureCapital #Startups #Strategy #Fundraising Thanks to OpenVC & Stephane Nasser for the graphic and inspo

With 42% of new unicorns in H1 coming from AI, investor enthusiasm is undeniable. But is it sustainable? While AI unicorns are being minted at unprecedented rates, we must tread carefully. The market’s optimism is nearing bubble territory. Meanwhile, the “Series A crunch” is real.  The percentage of seed startups able to raise Series A funding in a timely manner is falling across the board. Seed deals are outpacing Series A at a 3-to-1 ratio, creating bottlenecks that threaten growth. Startups must now overdeliver to secure that elusive next round. Our takeaway: the VC landscape is evolving. We’re witnessing recalibration, not retreat. Keep your eye on AI, but prepare for challenges ahead. To learn more, here is the State of the Markets report from Silicon Valley Bank:  https://lnkd.in/gBibHcq9 #GOVentures #VentureCapital #AI #Startups #Unicorns #VC

We're pleased to join PEVCA Malta as its newest member. Alongside this organisation, we aim to champion investments and partnerships in innovation to drive forward a Digital Malta. #GOVentures #malta #tech #investments #startups

Join us at our event to understand more about Corporate Venture Capital by networking with CVCs, VCs and Startups in Dubai We look forward to having you #GOVentures #event #cvc #dubai

Here are the TOP Countries interested in AI based on search popularity: #Philippines, #Singapore, and #Canada are lead the pack in AI interest. 🇵🇭 Philippines: 5,288 searches per 100k people.  🇸🇬 Singapore: 3,036 searches per 100k people.  🇨🇦 Canada: 2,213 searches per 100k people. Generative AI is not just a buzzword—it’s a global phenomenon reshaping industries and attracting unprecedented venture capital. This surge in global curiosity is directly mirrored in the venture capital landscape, where Q2 2024 alone saw over $20 billion funneled into AI startups, according to PitchBook. For VCs, the message is clear: the AI wave is global.  The smartest investments will be those that recognize and capitalize on this widespread interest. The rapid adoption of AI in these countries signals a fertile ground for innovation and investment. While countries like the #US and #China might still dominate the funding scene, the explosive interest in regions like Southeast Asia cannot be ignored. As AI continues to permeate every facet of business and society, the opportunities for venture capitalists to make impactful investments are more promising than ever. If you’re looking to stay ahead of the curve in AI investments, now is the time to explore global opportunities. #GOventures #VC #VCTrends #AI #GenerativeAI Thanks to ElectronicsHub.org for the infographic and of course Google / Alphabet Inc. for the search data 😁