#venture-capital

#venture-capital

The concept of orbital datacenters (ODCs) is gaining traction as companies leverage solar power and the vacuum of space to address energy and cooling challenges associated with AI technology.

In the new year, I'm transitioning from my general partner role at GV into a venture partner role, focusing less on new deals and more on existing portfolio projects.

Innovative Rocket Technologies Inc. (iRocket) plans to go public through a merger with BPGC Acquisition Corp., despite significant financial challenges faced by the SPAC.

Figma announced it will allow existing shareholders to sell nearly double the shares it plans to offer in its IPO, expressing confidence in demand.

Innovation in climate tech is not inherently transformative unless wielded with the right intent, policies, and accountability.

Figma is kicking off its IPO roadshow, offering over 36 million shares of class A stock priced between $25 and $28 per share, raising around $1 billion.

"This isn't a redemption arc. It's a transmission, for the record. Over the past eight years, I've walked through something I didn't create, but became the primary target of: a non-governmental system, not visible, but operational."

The Death Care industry is undergoing key changes due to increased technical savvy, eco-friendly demand, and the aging Baby Boomers now expanding the ranks of retirees.

California Forever aims to establish the largest advanced manufacturing park in the US, reclaiming the state's legacy in defense industries, amid regulatory and community challenges.

"Today, usage is dominated by these generalist AI systems, such as OpenAI's ChatGPT or Google's Gemini, but we're seeing, starting with specific categories, this move into more specialized apps."

"After looking at every option, it became clear that continuing in this current market wasn't sustainable."

Modern CRMs can help VCs streamline operations, uncover relationship intelligence, and automate time-consuming tasks. In fact, nearly 92% of businesses find CRM systems crucial for achieving their revenue goals.

Covenant aims to revolutionize the legal advising industry for private market investors by leveraging AI to streamline the review of fund documents, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.

Firms like Sequoia are bulletproof until they aren't.

Smith expressed her astonishment at the potential of AI for solo general partnerships, stating, "I can't imagine doing venture any other way now." Her firm utilizes AI to support this vision.

"In particular, Delaware courts can at times appear biased against technology startup founders and their boards," the firm said in a blog posted to its website.

"Law Firm 2.0" represents a small, nimble company fueled by AI, like large language models, that aims to help clients with routine legal matters.

Startups today can reach multibillion-dollar valuations, cash out early employees, and stay private far longer than their predecessors. But those benefits come with trade-offs.

"If you look at what has been happening at many firms, and I would say especially the largest firms out there, there has been a bit of a revolving door. That creates a lot of disruption and uncertainty for founders."

Fortino Capital's acquisition of MEHRWERK enhances its investment strategy in process intelligence and enterprise automation, marking its fourth private equity investment in Germany.

The Invest in Women Taskforce has raised over £250 million, but the fund will not begin investing until the end of 2025, a year after fundraising was announced.

The U.S. Supreme Court released a ruling in United States v Skrmetti, allowing states to outlaw transition treatments for transgender minors, marking a significant legal shift.