VC Funding

Fundraising

They Turned Down an Early Pay Day to Maintain Control of Their Business. And Then Went on to Raise $190 Million.

Jason Yeh, co-founder and General Partner of Patron, explains the early-stage venture firm's creation and future outlook.

Fundraising

Venture Capitalists Are Pickier About What They Invest In — Here's How That Actually Benefits Startups

While hefty funding rounds often equate to success, a growing trend shows that leaner investments foster stronger, more resilient startups, prioritizing innovation over hype and creating sustainable growth.

Finance

Nailing VC Investment: A UK Startup Strategy

Discover key strategies to win over investors, prove your market fit, and secure the funding your startup needs to thrive.

Starting a Business

The Power of Bootstrapping — How to Build a Thriving Business Without Venture Capital

Here's how to bootstrap a resilient startup by balancing slow growth with early revenue, turning limitations into strengths and defining success on your own terms.

Fundraising

4 Ways to Prepare to Raise Venture Capital

By preparing critical elements of your fundraising long before you ever need the capital, you can significantly improve your chances of raising capital and immediately improve other aspects of your business with minimal financial or time commitments.

Fundraising

A Bad VC Deal Destroyed My Multimillion-Dollar Company. Here's What I Wish I Knew Before I Signed.

These are the lessons I learned from working with — and getting screwed by — the wrong VC.

Growth Strategies

Riding The Wave: How Investors Should Tap Into The Growing Opportunity Presented By Venture Capital In The GCC

To take advantage, and contribute to the region's growing and diversifying economy, all types of investors need an investment strategy that fits their ambitions and capabilities.

News and Trends

AI-powered Virtual Try-On Enabler Dopplr Bags Investment from Cornerstone Ventures and BAT VC

Dopplr, one of the leading providers of virtual apparel try-on solutions announced a USD 750,000 funding, led by Cornerstone Ventures and US-based BAT VC.

Starting a Business

Starting a Business? Before You Seek VC Money, Here's Why Bootstrapping May Be the Better Choice.

Here's why bootstrapping is the key to building a sustainable business that can scale.

Buying / Investing in Business

Top 15 Spanish Investors to Watch in 2024

A look at the investors and the sectors they invest in.

Money & Finance

What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know About Raising Capital

Entrepreneurs aiming to establish thriving businesses must grasp the various types of capital available. By understanding these options, entrepreneurs can strategically raise funds to fuel growth, retain control or utilize assets effectively. This knowledge equips them to navigate market fluctuations, meet investor expectations and tailor financing strategies to their business needs.

Growth Strategies

Driving Tech Innovation from Seed to IPO

B Capital is a multi-stage global investment firm that partners with extraordinary entrepreneurs to shape the future through technology. Karan Mohla, General Partner, B Capital has been around the block for over 20 years and 15 of them have been in tech-focused venture and growth investing.

Fundraising

After Bootstrapping My Tech Company for 25 Years, Here's What I've Realized About Funding

Explore the contrasts between bootstrapping and venture capital funding for startups, detailing how each option affects company control, culture, and growth.

News and Trends

General Catalyst and Venture Highway Merge to Focus on India

With the acquisition of Venture Highway, General Catalyst aims to strengthen its global seed capability and play an impactful role in fueling Indo-US-Europe collaboration

Fundraising

5 Tips for Pitching a Winning Business Idea

Discover how to create and deliver a compelling business pitch to investors with five key steps.