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Atomico's State of European Tech turns 10 this year, and as a long-time supporter to the report, we want your voice to shape the future of tech in 2024 and beyond. How has the #ecosystem developed in a decade and where is it heading? Your insight really counts. The survey takes just 2 minutes but will help shape the most comprehensive report on European tech. Plus, by contributing, you'll enter for a chance to win a ticket to Slush — the ultimate #founder focused event and the world's largest gathering of #VC #investors. Your input matters—let's shape the next decade of #tech and #innovation together! https://lnkd.in/dUuVP4Sa #SOET2024 Orrick UK | Orrick Paris Tech Studio | Orrick Germany | Orrick Italia | Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP Atomico | HSBC Innovation Banking | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | Slush

We were delighted to co-host our #AI + #HardTech reception with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management and Lux Capital during #LATechWeek! It was an incredible opportunity to connect with visionary innovators and thought leaders in the space. Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made the night unforgettable! Kerner Smith, CPWA® | Mark Lewis | Tracie Rotter | Shahin Farshchi | Andy Konwinski | Caroline Cherkassky | Andrew Hadley Erskine | Josh Pollick | Laura Lariu | Neel Lilani | Summer B.

Are you a Y Combinator alum or current batch founder in town for Austin Tech Week? Don't miss out! Join Fetii, Deel, J.P. Morgan and Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP for a special gathering on Oct. 30! This is your chance to connect with fellow YC founders and select VCs, share insights, and make lasting connections. Space is limited, so click below for more details and to secure your spot today! https://lu.ma/d8ikn755 Heidi Hubbeling Leach | Erin Lashbrook | Kyle Croyle | Matthew Iommi | Jack Liese | Zac Padgett | Alexandra Wood | Montana Ware | Nick Mider #YCombinator #AustinTechWeek #StartupNetworking

Our latest #LifeSciences Snapshot Report with PitchBook is here, spotlighting an insightful discussion on Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) funding for high-impact #biomedical research. We dive into how companies can secure this transformative funding and what investors are looking for in ARPA-H-backed ventures. Thank you to our roundtable participants Craig Gravitz Jenica Patterson Maryam Ziaei Misti Ushio Alexandra Wood Stephen Thau Thora Johnson The report also highlights the latest market trends: - Q2 deal value hit $10.6B, up 30% from Q1, bringing the YTD total to $18.6B and 40.2% higher than last year - larger deals ($100M+) are fueling this growth, with increasing check sizes and soaring valuations - #AI driven life sciences companies are attracting top-tier investments - exit value remains strong, with over $10B per quarter, totaling $21.7B YTD, signaling a robust recovery and growth #LifeSciences #VentureCapital #ARPAH #Financing #Innovation Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gMDaBfRH Nick Mider | Neel Lilani

What an incredible day at the Life Sciences Alternative Financing Summit!   A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in San Francisco on Monday, 10/7 at The Town Hall by Skylight! It was amazing to connect with so many industry leaders as we explored the latest funding strategies shaping the future of life sciences and healthtech. The conversations and energy in the room were inspiring, and we can’t wait to see how these discussions will continue to drive innovation in the sector. Stay tuned for more updates, and let's keep the momentum going!   A special shoutout to our fantastic speakers— Mitch Zuklie, Jonathan Norris, Peter Renehan, MD, Barbara White, Mike O'Donnell, Nan Li, Jenica Patterson, Misti Ushio, Alexandra Wood, Cristy Barnes, Clark Hayes, Pete Sletteland, Stephen Thau, Michael Boggs, Eric J. Dimise, PhD, Brad Sitko, Jennifer Friel Goldstein, Neel Lilani, Lukas Ault—your insights were invaluable!   Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) | CBRE | HSBC Innovation Banking | SFJ Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Blackstone | Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) | Digitalis Ventures | Dimension | Silicon Valley Bank | Hercules Capital | Revelation Partners | XOMA Royalty | NYSE   For some related reading on the topic of alternative financing, particularly focusing on ARPA-H, click below to read our latest life sciences snapshot - published in collaboration with PitchBook. This issue features a roundtable discussion among Craig Gravitz, Jenica Patterson, Maryam Ziaei, Misti Ushio Thora Johnson on navigating ARPA-H Funding: https://lnkd.in/gMDaBfRH. Click below for HSBC Innovation Banking's Venture Healthcare Report: https://lnkd.in/ggqMVkCH   #LifeSciences #Healthtech #Funding #Innovation #AlternativeFinancing #TeamOrrick

Excited for #LATechWeek? Don't miss our #AI + #HardTech Networking Reception & Fireside Chat with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, Lux Capital, and Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management on Tuesday, October 15th! Join top founders and industry leaders for an evening of drinks, bites, and brilliant conversations. Interested in attending? Request your invite by contacting Summer B. at sbuhl@orrick.com. Shahin Farshchi | Andy Konwinski | Kerner Smith, CPWA® | Josh Pollick | Caroline Cherkassky | Andrew Hadley Erskine | Laura Lariu | Justin Yi | Tracie Rotter | Neel Lilani

Congratulations to our client Fermah, the universal proof generation layer, on completing a seed financing round. Joseph Perkins | Andrew Wallach | Andrés Yarto de Fuentes https://bit.ly/3Yd7Vye

600+ AI bills have been proposed at the state level this year – including 17 signed in CA in the 30 days leading up to the Governor’s veto of SB 1047. Companies can keep up with this fast changing landscape by focusing on three themes, says Orrick’s Shannon Yavorsky. Tune in to learn more about how to build flexibility into your AI compliance program, systems and services: https://bit.ly/47MpuZk #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIRegulation #AILegislation #AICompliance

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, in collaboration with CBRE / CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) and top industry experts, is hosting the Life Sciences Alternative Financing Summit to dive into these critical opportunities. Join high-growth companies, investors, and thought leaders on Monday, Oct. 7 in San Francisco for a deep dive into the latest funding strategies shaping the future of the sector. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gzVzViME #LifeSciences #Healthtech #Funding #Innovation #AlternativeFinancing Jonathan Norris | Timothy Sullivan | Peter Renehan, MD | Craig Gravitz | Shirley Bergin | Misti Ushio | Nan Li | Clark Hayes | Pete Sletteland | Cristy Barnes | Norman Friedland, Esq. | Michael Boggs | Brad Sitko | Eric J. Dimise, PhD | Jennifer Friel Goldstein | Barbara White | Jenica Patterson Mike O'Donnell | Stephen Thau | Alexandra Wood | Lukas Ault | Neel Lilani HSBC Innovation Banking | SFJ Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Apellis Pharmaceuticals | Blackstone | Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) | Digitalis Ventures | Dimension | Silicon Valley Bank | Hercules Capital | FullSky Partners | Revelation Partners | XOMA Royalty | NYSE

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP was honored to sponsor the 2024 Mistral AI Summit, where the brightest minds in #AI gathered. A standout moment was the insightful discussion between NVIDIA Founder & CEO Jensen Huang and Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch, diving into the revolutionary shifts shaping the future of AI and #computing. We're proud to have been part of this transformative event and the exciting future it’s paving. Benjamin Cichostepski-Lesage | John Bautista | John Harrison | Shannon Yavorsky | Laura Rose (Bloxham) Barr | Annette Hurst | Lewis Hower | Neel Lilani | Orrick Paris Tech Studio