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JPMorgan: Retail Investors Drive Selloff in Both Crypto and Equity Markets Markets and Prices Bitcoin News

JPMorgan has highlighted a surge in selling and profit-taking across equity and crypto markets, driven largely by retail investors.

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USPTO Proposes National Strategy to Incentivize Inclusive Innovation

The USPTO announced a National Strategy for Inclusive Innovation to promote STEM participation and support underrepresented communities in inventorship and commercialization. [ more ]

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The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 5/1/2024

The article highlights recent funding details for NYC startups including BAXUS, FindMine, Arbol, and Trovo Health. [ more ]

TechCrunch

From Connie Chan to Ethan Kurzweil venture capitalists continue to play musical chairs | TechCrunch

Venture capitalists at partner level rarely change firms due to fund life cycles and personal investments, but recent trend shows notable moves in the industry. [ more ]

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A new venture capital supergroup is forming | TechCrunch

Startups pursuing core technology projects reflect a positive trend in the VC landscape. [ more ]

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The 10 Largest NYC Tech Startup Funding Rounds of April 2024

Analyzed largest NYC startup funding rounds in April 2024, highlighting key information like industry, description, round type, and total equity funding raised. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Chicago-based Hyde Park Venture Partners closes $98M Fund IV with two investments made so far | TechCrunch

Midwest venture capital firms are attracting significant funds despite coastal competition. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/30/2024

Beehiiv raised $33M, Teleskope raised $5M, The Rounds raised $18.3M in funding for NYC startups. [ more ]

Fast Company

Amazon.com might cave in to Big Tech peer pressure to pay a dividend

Amazon may face pressure to offer dividends to investors as one of the few big tech companies without payouts. [ more ]

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Paradigm Special Counsel Has Left the Crypto-Focused VC Firm

Rodrigo Seira, special counsel at Paradigm, has departed the cryptocurrency-focused venture capital firm to rejoin Cooley LLP.

TechCrunch

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Solo GP fund Andrena Ventures hopes to carry startup talent onto its next challenges | TechCrunch

Supporting second-generation startups from successful fintech alumni with a sector-agnostic approach. [ more ]

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Paris-based Ventech exits Believe investment with a 36x return, generating 175M from 12% stake

Paris-based Ventech, an early-stage investor in Believe and a member of its board has exited the investment with a multiple of 36x for its fund III.

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The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/29/2024

Startups in NYC like Edia Learning, Bask Health, and Aktivate have recently secured funding for their innovative platforms.

Startups in diverse sectors such as edtech, telehealth, and sports management are attracting investments from venture capitalists.

The NYC startup ecosystem continues to showcase growth and opportunities for new businesses to secure funding and scale their operations. [ more ]

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The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/29/24

The article highlights notable startup funding rounds for the week ending 4/27/24, featuring companies like Perplexity AI, Dripos, and Turnkey, totaling $499.9M in new funding. [ more ]

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The 'valley of death' for climate lies between early-stage funding and scaling up | TechCrunch

Getting initial funding is easier for climate startups than scaling up. [ more ]

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Venture Capital Firms Are Actually Considering Giving Elon Musk $6 Billion For xAI

Silicon Valley VC firm considering $6 billion investment in Elon Musk's xAI startup, Grok. [ more ]

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Bay Bridge Ventures is raising $200M for a new climate fund, filings show | TechCrunch

Bay Bridge Ventures is raising a new $200 million climate fund, signaling investor optimism in climate tech. [ more ]

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Evolution Equity Partners raises $1.1B for new cybersecurity and AI fund | TechCrunch

Investment in cybersecurity dropped 40% but is showing signs of recovery. Evolution Equity Partners launched a $1.1 billion cybersecurity and AI fund. [ more ]

TNW | Sustainability

Climate tech heavyweights EQT, Contrarian launch investment 'playbook'

Climate Brick aims to fast-track investment in green technologies and provide a roadmap for climate tech startups to scale. [ more ]

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EIS investors realise 2.5x return on sale of self-storage facility in Sidcup after profitable exit

Investors in a Sidcup based self-storage business recorded a 2.5x return on their original investment after five years. [ more ]

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Oriel IPO launches online marketplace to unlock benefits of UK government's EIS

SEIS and EIS schemes offer substantial tax incentives for investors in UK businesses.

Oriel's online marketplace aims to simplify enterprise investment, benefiting both businesses and investors. [ more ]

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OpenAI Startup Fund quietly raises $15M | TechCrunch

OpenAI Startup Fund quietly closed a $15 million tranche, managed by Ian Hathaway, using SPVs for investments in AI-related startups. [ more ]

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Global Founders Capital will deploy Rocket Internet's cash instead of raising a new fund | TechCrunch

Global Founders Capital is transitioning to exclusively invest from Rocket Internet's balance sheet. [ more ]

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Why VC's wouldn't invest in your business

Venture capitalists prioritize scalable business models targeting sizeable markets for substantial returns. [ more ]

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Norwest Venture Partners raises $3B for 17th vehicle, maintaining fund size despite market downturn | TechCrunch

Norwest Venture Partners raised its 17th fund at $3 billion, adapting to changing market conditions and focusing on specific sectors for dealmaking. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/24/2024

UserHub raised $3.2M in Pre-Seed funding, Turnkey secured $15M in Series A funding, and MatchaBar got $900K in funding. [ more ]

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Dear venture capitalists: You're blowing it

Editor's note: This piece first appeared in Dan's Pro Rata newsletter, which dives into the world of dealmaking.Subscribe here.Dear venture capitalists,

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These four types of investing resources are a must

Investing wisely requires essential resources like online brokerage platforms and financial news sources. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/23/2024

The latest venture capital, seed, pre-seed, and angel deals for NYC startups for 4/23/2024 featuring funding details for Auxa Health, Summer Health, and much more.

Shopify

How To Find Investors: Tips for Entrepreneurs Raising Cash (2024) - Shopify

Finding startup funding is challenging but crucial. Less than 1% of startups get venture capital; explore various funding options like friends, family, and angel investors. [ more ]

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Casa Shares Raises $1.5M in Pre-Seed Funding to Democratize Real Estate Investing for Future Generations

Casa Shares secures $1.5 million in pre-seed funding to revolutionize real estate investing for future generations. [ more ]

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Watch: How Headspin's founder fraudsters almost get away with lying to investors | TechCrunch

The tech startup and venture capital boom has led to significant instances of fraud due to an influx of capital and lack of thorough diligence. [ more ]

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Fintech Fundid was shut down over interest rates and a strained cap table | TechCrunch

Founder of failed startup Fundid returns with a new venture after rising interest rates impacted the business. [ more ]

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Notable Capital's Hans Tung on the state of VC and the upside to down rounds | TechCrunch

Down rounds can make sense in the long term, focusing on generating a big outcome at the end rather than temporary valuation fluctuations. [ more ]

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Legacy Group Capital acquires home equity investment fintech Rook Capital

Legacy Group Capital acquired fintech company Rook Capital to enhance home equity investment (HEI) offerings. [ more ]

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Salesforce's silly deal dies, Rubrik's IPO, and venture capital in space | TechCrunch

Tech earnings, EV competition, venture capital trends, impact of bitcoin halving and startup growth were discussed in a busy episode. [ more ]

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Tal Savariego leaving Meridian Capital Group

Meridian Capital Group is facing challenges after being blacklisted by agency lenders, leading to the departure of key employees. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 4/22/24

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report highlights $529M in new funding across various US ecosystems. [ more ]

TechCrunch

TLcom Capital closes second fund at $154M to back early-stage startups across Africa | TechCrunch

Venture capital activity in Africa remains resilient as major firms like TLcom Capital close significant fundraising rounds, signaling growth and investor confidence. [ more ]

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Seraphim Space launches second VC fund with nine investments already under its belt | TechCrunch

Seraphim Space is launching its second VC fund to invest in space tech startups, backed by major players in the aerospace sector. [ more ]

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Andreessen Horowitz's $7.2B new funds for a "new era" | TechCrunch

NASA's $11 billion Mars rock collection mission opens doors for startups in the space industry. [ more ]

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Former top SpaceX exec Tom Ochinero sets up new VC firm, filings reveal | TechCrunch

Former SpaceX executives forming a new venture capital firm named Interlagos Capital in California. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/19/2024

NYC startups AgentSmyth, Hatch, and Scaler secured funding in April 2024.

Funding amounts ranged from $2.5M to Scaler's $10.2M, attracting notable investors like Differential Ventures. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The March 2024 US Venture Capital Funding Report

VC funding in March: $9.0B invested in US startups, 533 deals, 7.9% increase from last month, -32% from last year. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/18/2024

Ramp raised $150M in a Series D extension, bringing their total reported equity funding to $1.1B at a $7.65B post-money valuation. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

How to Secure the Funding You Need for Your Startup | Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs require proper funding for startup success. [ more ]

TechCrunch

For Dataplor's data intelligence tool, it's all about location, location, location | TechCrunch

Dataplor combines technology with human validation to provide global location intelligence for businesses, enabling data-driven decision-making. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/17/2024

NYC startups The Folklore and Sending Labs secured Seed funding, emphasizing the city's thriving venture capital scene. [ more ]

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Capital Fundings partners with Privy

Capital Fundings partners with Privy to provide personalized investor insights. [ more ]

Fast Company

China was supposed to be the next big thing in venture capital. Now VCs are pulling back

U.S. investors face scrutiny over Chinese tech investments [ more ]

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/16/2024

Funding deals in NYC startups: GovDash $10M, Snappy $25M, Draftboard $4.1M.

Diverse sectors: GovDash in AI for government contracting, Snappy in corporate gifting, Draftboard in hiring referral bonuses. [ more ]

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Get Funded: Accessing Money For Your Business with David Souaid

David Souaid is the Chief Revenue Officer and member of the board of directors at Journey Capital (formerly OnDeck Canada,) a leader in online small business lending.

Journey Capital offers fast and…

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/15/2024

UpLink raised $10M in venture funding for decentralized wifi network. [ more ]

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JPMorgan Warns of Downside Risk in Crypto Markets Markets and Prices Bitcoin News

Global investment bank JPMorgan has warned of a downside risk in crypto markets, citing subdued crypto venture capital flows.

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Cathie Wood takes a stake in OpenAI, saying it's at the forefront of a 'Cambrian explosion' in AI

Cathie Wood's Ark Invest invested in OpenAI due to its significant role in advancing AI technology, with ChatGPT appealing to millions. [ more ]

TechRepublic

Tips for Pitching a VC Investor the Right Way | TechRepublic

Crafting the perfect pitch for venture capital investors requires thorough research, understanding investor preferences, and tailoring the message to the specific audience. [ more ]

Alleywatch

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/11/2024

NYC startups Tabs, Oden Technologies, and SuperIntelligent secure significant funding rounds in venture capital, seed, and pre-seed categories. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Cendana, Kline Hill have a fresh $105M to buy stakes in seed VC funds from LPs looking to sell | TechCrunch

Venture capital faces a major challenge of lack of liquidity due to limited IPOs.

Investors are now seizing the opportunity to buy stakes in seed-stage VC funds and shares in startups at relative bargains. [ more ]

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Bitcoin Startups Raised Nearly $1 Billion between 2021 And 2023: Report

Bitcoin startups at Pre-Seed stage saw a 360% year-over-year rise in transaction count.

Early-stage Bitcoin startups collectively raised almost $1 billion between 2021 and 2023. [ more ]

TechCrunch

The complete TC Early Stage 2024 agenda is here! | TechCrunch

Diverse lineup of keynote speakers and roundtable sessions covering funding, growth, and startup strategies.

Topics range from seed funding and accelerator selection to mastering the chameleon mindset and preparing for acquisitions. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Unusual peak: Gold and stocks simultaneously high | Entrepreneur

Gold and stocks usually have an inverse relationship, but they are currently at all-time highs together.

Gold is a safe haven asset providing stability during economic uncertainty, while stocks offer potential for higher returns but greater risk. [ more ]

TechCrunch

A $60M venture fund with a twist, and more startup-on-startup acquisitions | TechCrunch

Startup-on-startup deals are thriving this season.

The startup scene is bustling with high-dollar transactions and new venture capital funds. [ more ]

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