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Why Investors With an Entrepreneurial Past Are Crucial to Startup Success
When we hear an investor saying, "Think like a startup," what does it mean?
VC Rebranding: What Purpose Does It Serve, and Why Is It Important?
IDG Ventures India changed its name to Chiratae Ventures in 2018 and Inventus India rebranded the company as Athera Venture Partners in 2022 to reiterate their vision and focus. In addition, Sequoia Capital changed its name this year to Peak XV Partners, taking its cue from Mount Everest, whose previous name was Peak XV until it was changed.
Shark Tank India Startups' Valuation Soars 6X with External Investors
Shark Tank India, including seasons 1 and 2, invested more than INR 1 billion in the deals. Within a period of 1.5 years, the majority of the startups who were featured on the show during season 1 closed transactions with outside investors that were 6X bigger in value.
How To Know if Your Startup Has a Proper Founder-Market Fit
Startups in their early stages face the challenge of limited data, leading investors to evaluate the co-founding team's potential for success. Founder-market fit, where founders' skills and qualities align with market needs, becomes crucial for investors. The article provides insights on how founders can demonstrate their founder-market fit to investors.
It's a Good Time to be an Investor as Valuations have Moderated Following the 2021–22 Bubble: VCs
According to a PwC report, investment in Indian startups fell to their lowest level in the first half (H1) of the current calendar year. Investors, however, believe that the best investment opportunities arise in circumstances like these, when entrepreneurs focus on sustainable growth and valuations are grounded in reality.
The Volatility of Valuations: How are Investors Recalibrating It?
The startup ecosystem has indeed witnessed some corrections in valuations in recent times. Exuberant valuations that were prevalent in certain sectors, particularly in the tech industry, have faced increased scrutiny and adjustments.
Indian Startups Saw a 17% Rise in USD 100 Mn+ Funding Rounds in H1 2023
Companies like BYJU'S, Lenskart, Phonepe, Ola Electric are some of the top names that have managed to raise funds above USD 100 million in this quarter.
8 Key Factors VCs Consider When Evaluating Startup Opportunities
VCs are crucial for supporting promising startups. What exactly do they take into account while evaluating startups? Let's explore.
3 Secrets to Scaling Your Startup Effectively
Let's review some of the secrets for entrepreneurs to help them grow their startups effectively.
Founders and VCs are Equally Responsible for Corporate Governance Issues in Indian Startups: Nithin Kamath
In a series of tweets, Kamath discussed his views on the ongoing corporate governance issues among Indian startups.
3 PR Strategies to Help Your Startup Attract Investors
Here are three ways pre-launch startups can use PR to secure funding.
51 'Gazelles' and 71 'Cheetahs' are Likely to Become Unicorns in the Next 2-4 Years
According to a report by Hurun, 122 startups in India are anticipated to join the unicorn club. In the report, individuals who might reach a billion-dollar valuation in two years are referred to as gazelles, while those who might do so in four years are referred to as cheetahs.
'Shark Tank Deal Completion Can Take 3-9 Months': Anupam Mittal Responds to Allegations of Delayed, Abandoned Funding
According to reports, winning Shark Tank India contestants have not yet received their funds while the show prepares for a third season. In a LinkedIn post, Shark Anupam Mittal defended the show's integrity.
Want to Build an Impressive Investment Portfolio? Here's What You Need to Know.
These key principles and strategies can help investors construct a portfolio that maximizes returns while managing risks.
Arkam Backs Founders Focused on Building Tech-led Solutions for the Next 400 Mn Indians
The Bengaluru-based early-stage tech VC fund has launched its Fund II on Tuesday to go deeper in existing sectors across fintech, skilling, agri/food, mobility healthcare and SaaS startups.