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The term "unicorpses" is being mentioned more often as institutional limited partners are increasingly weary of more rapid write-downs of venture capital assets. What I am finding across the globe is institutional investors continue to seek and request connections to reliable, proven and disciplined middle-market private equity fund managers in the US and Europe - "thoroughbred horses of private markets". #alternativeinvestments #privatemarkets #privateequity #middlemarket #fundmanagers #institutionalinvestors #limitedpartners #venturecapital #unicorns #unicorpses #trackrecord #distributions #dpi https://lnkd.in/gZRwTaEr

Gate Capital latest update for the week from 28th June - 4th July 2024 on what's happening in M&A transactions, startups and tech companies fundraise drives in GCC region and beyond. Please download our Newsletter using the link below; https://lnkd.in/d2gRjwq3 #fundinground #mergersandacquisitions #Saudivision2030 #financialservices #investmentbanking #digitalinfrastructure #logistics #investment #economicgrowth #venturecapital #institutionalinvestor #businessstrategy #strategicpartnership #privatequity #assetmanagement #newsletter #Gatecapital #weeklyupdate

Value creation in #venture is when money of the public (Institutional or otherwise) is put to work to create real value for the public. https://lnkd.in/e-UHueYi #AssetManagement #BillDraperIII #DraperRichards #FinanceBubble #FirstRoundCapital #IAVentures #MA #RogerEhrenberg #Subprime #USVenturePartners

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗢𝗻𝗰𝗲 - 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗖𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗻 Well, he is referring to the game of startup investing in this case, which is governed by Power Law. The Power Law in venture capital (VC) is a principle where one single investment yields returns larger than all other investments combined, often by orders of magnitude and becoming a fund returner. For example, if you invest in 10 startups as an early investor and one ends up becoming a unicorn ($1B in valuation), all your returns are generated by this one single investment. Are you game for this high risk, high return asset class? TDV Partners #angelinvesting #VC #finance #powerlaw #ujwalsutaria

🚀 I've just published an article on Medium about the UK Fintech Investment landscape in 2023. Despite a 57% drop in investments, the UK maintains its position as a leading hub in the European fintech scene. 📊 My article takes a look at the top 10 venture capital firms shaping this dynamic industry, including Octopus Ventures, Seedcamp, and Index Ventures. In this article, you'll discover: How the investment landscape in UK fintech has evolved in 2023. Insights into the top 10 venture capital firms in the UK, and why they matter. The enduring strength of the UK's fintech ecosystem, even amidst challenging times. Whether you're involved in fintech, interested in venture capital trends, or just love to keep up with economic insights, this article has something for you! 🔗 Check out the full article here and let me know your thoughts!

Last week was a major week for TransferGo. We announced $10 million in funding from Taiwania Capital to boost our growth in the Asia-Pacific region and support the expansion of our new product offerings. Speaking about this strategic investment, David Weng, CEO of Taiwania Capital says, "We're convinced by TransferGo's bold mission and clear business strategy. The company demonstrates an exceptional focus on providing added value for its clients and has a proven track record of expertise in creating favourable conditions for financial inclusivity.” We'd like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your ongoing support and coverage. Discover more about this latest investment round in the FF News | Fintech Finance link below 👇 #MyTransferGo #TeamTransferGo #TransferGrowth #Investment #Funding #Growth #FintechUK #FintechLT

Struggling to raise seed capital? You may want to consider a SAFE transaction… The Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) instrument is a tool for startups seeking capital without the traditional hassles associated with equity financing. This article explores the nuances a SAFE transaction for early stage companies, exploring its benefits, drawbacks, how founders can find providers, and the crucial role of external support in executing SAFE transactions. https://lnkd.in/ehjERBuN Learn more   For further information, please contact info@langdoncap.com   About the author   Sabbir Rahman is Managing Director of Langdon Capital. He has held prior roles with Morgan Stanley, Lazard and Barclays Investment Bank. He has executed over £60 billion in notional value of debt, equity, M&A and derivatives transactions with global corporates, private equity funds and financial sponsor groups.   About Langdon Capital   Langdon Capital assists innovative, high-growth companies, with >£1m in annual revenue and >30% in annual revenue growth, raise between £1m and £25m in debt or equity at Series A and later funding rounds from a network of alternative investors spanning venture capital funds, corporate VC arms, family offices, venture debt funds, private credit funds, real estate funds and hedge funds.   contact info@langdoncap.com | visit https://lnkd.in/e-MnJ45f   #CapitalRaising #CorporateFinance #CorporateDebt #DebtFinancing #DebtFinance #Financing #Capital #Debt #Equity #VentureCapital #VentureDebt #Founders #Founder #Entrepreneur #Entrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #Startup #Scaleup #Fundraising #SeriesA   This is not financial advice or any offer, invitation or inducement to sell or provide financial products or services or to engage in any form of investment activity.

Beyond Equity: Capchase's €105M Haul from Deutsche Bank Opens New Doors for SaaS Founders This is a major boost for their non-dilutive financing platform for B2B SaaS companies, bringing their total funding to over $1B. What this means for VCs: > Increased deal flow: Expect to see more high-growth SaaS startups in your pipeline, as Capchase's funding solutions give founders an alternative to traditional VC equity rounds. > Focus on sustainable growth: This deal reinforces the trend of startups prioritizing non-dilutive financing to preserve equity and control. > Strategic partnerships: Look for opportunities to collaborate with Capchase as they continue to expand their offerings and support the European SaaS ecosystem. > Shift in fundraising landscape: This deal signals a growing interest from major financial institutions in the non-dilutive financing space, which could create new investment opportunities for VCs. The Bottom Line: Capchase's success is a win for the European SaaS ecosystem and a sign of promising things to come for founders and investors alike. #Capchase #SaaS #venturecapital #fintech #funding

🚀 I've just published an article on Medium about the UK Fintech Investment landscape in 2023. Despite a 57% drop in investments, the UK maintains its position as a leading hub in the European fintech scene. 📊 My article takes a look at the top 10 venture capital firms shaping this dynamic industry, including Octopus Ventures, Seedcamp, and Index Ventures. In this article, you'll discover: How the investment landscape in UK fintech has evolved in 2023. Insights into the top 10 venture capital firms in the UK, and why they matter. The enduring strength of the UK's fintech ecosystem, even amidst challenging times. Whether you're involved in fintech, interested in venture capital trends, or just love to keep up with economic insights, this article has something for you! 🔗 Check out the full article here and let me know your thoughts!

"I don't have any plan Bs. This is my plan B, so we have one shot to do this right." Amid a tight market for emerging VCs, Marell E. (KF Class 27) has increased Exceptional Capital's first fund from $30M to $50M. Read more about his journey in Business Insider. #venturecapital #emergingmanagers #vc https://lnkd.in/gwQe482Q