How VCs are pricing the AI wave: valuations, fund strategies and bubble debates.
253 articles
France has injected an additional €13 billion into the Tibi program, which encourages institutional investors to back venture and growth funds. This initiative aims to bolster the European tech ecosystem.
The Next Web (TNW) · 92d ago
Former Sequoia Capital leader Roelof Botha has been appointed to the SpaceX board of directors. This move follows the company's recent record-breaking IPO.
TechCrunch AI · 94d ago
SpaceX continues to attract significant institutional investment based on its ambitious, futuristic growth forecasts. Analysts highlight the company's track record of executing 'unbelievable' projects as the basis for investor confidence.
Bloomberg Technology · 100d ago
German deep-tech specialist Vsquared Ventures is establishing a London office to compete with established firms like Atomico and Balderton. The move marks a strategic expansion into the UK market for the Munich-based fund.
The Next Web (TNW) · 100d ago
Mercor CEO Brendan Foody has publicly challenged Sequoia Capital regarding the firm's practice of selling equity at two different price points. This controversy highlights concerns over transparency in venture capital valuation practices for AI startups.
TechCrunch AI · 102d ago
Aions Ventures has established a $6 million fund dedicated to supporting South Africa's climate, energy, and water technology sectors. This marks a strategic shift from the traditional fintech-heavy investment landscape in Africa.
TechCabal · 103d ago
Research indicates that investors in early-stage clean technologies across the US and Europe may be less diversified than they assume. This concentration risk could impact the stability of AI-driven climate tech portfolios.
Bloomberg Technology · 103d ago
LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman is stepping down from Microsoft's board of directors later this year. He intends to dedicate his time to his new artificial intelligence venture.
Bloomberg Technology · 106d ago
Billionaire investor Ray Dalio suggests that the current AI boom exhibits classic signs of a financial bubble. He anticipates a potential market correction as speculative wealth is converted into liquid capital.
Bloomberg Technology · 108d ago
Mike Schroepfer’s Gigascale Capital has raised $250 million to invest in energy and infrastructure. The fund focuses on climate tech, contrasting with the current VC industry trend of prioritizing AI.
The Next Web (TNW) · 110d ago
The Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC) has reported a double-digit internal rate of return for the past year, successfully bypassing the typical 'J-curve' losses seen in venture capital. The fund generated HK$2.3 billion in 2024, signaling a robust strategy for government-backed tech investments.
SCMP Technology · 110d ago
AkademikerPension has blacklisted SpaceX due to concerns over its governance structure and what it deems an inflated valuation. The fund argues that Elon Musk's concentrated control and the company's 18 trillion valuation are problematic for institutional investors.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 112d ago
The article analyzes the 'Beng Laotou' (collapsing old man) phenomenon, where startups use inflated metrics and deceptive narratives to secure local government funding. It highlights the systemic issues in the primary market regarding due diligence and the lack of post-investment management.
虎嗅 · 112d ago
A report by 20VC indicates that the French startup scene is stalling, with funding declining by 5% in 2025. The ecosystem is becoming increasingly reliant on a few select AI companies while broader market growth remains stagnant.
The Next Web (TNW) · 115d ago
GSR Ventures, an early investor in the Chinese social media platform RedNote, is currently seeking capital for a new investment fund. The firm is targeting a raise of $350 million to continue its venture capital activities.
Bloomberg Technology · 116d ago
Some AI startups are inflating their Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) metrics to project growth and attract investment. Investors are reportedly aware of these creative accounting practices, which are being used to justify high valuations.
TechCrunch AI · 120d ago
Nomura Securities predicts the Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates through 2026 due to persistent inflation and reduced appetite for rate cuts among FOMC members.
36氪 · 120d ago
Morgan Stanley's Wally Cheng discusses the unique financial requirements and creative approaches needed to fund large-scale AI infrastructure and development. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of capital allocation for AI-driven technology firms.
Bloomberg Technology · 122d ago
Investment firm IDG Capital, known for backing major tech players like Tencent and Coinbase, is initiating a new $2 billion growth fund. This move signals continued capital flow into high-growth technology sectors.
Bloomberg Technology · 122d ago
Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz has invested $115.5 million into the midterm election cycle. This massive financial contribution highlights the firm's growing influence in political and regulatory landscapes.
Engadget · 129d ago
Venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz has emerged as the largest known spender in the current U.S. campaign cycle.
New York Times Technology · 129d ago
Axiom Partners founder Sandhya Venkatachalam emphasizes starting early in AI investments. Venture capital is tackling the surge in valuations for AI businesses.
Bloomberg Technology · 171d ago
This article recaps Europe's largest funding rounds from March 23-29, covering semiconductors, orbital logistics, defense interceptors, and carob-based chocolate. It highlights a trend of investing in the infrastructure layer, such as chip interconnects, satellite transfer vehicles, and AI plumbing.
The Next Web (TNW) · 174d ago
Accel partner Arun Mathew describes AI as a reinvention of work boosting productivity. He sees bubble tendencies forming with market fallout and fewer winners ahead.
Bloomberg Technology · 183d ago
Former Tesla president Jon McNeill predicts AI will boost tech job growth. He highlights growing demand for human skills to maintain complex AI infrastructure and architecture.
ZDNet AI · 183d ago
General Catalyst is in talks to raise about $10 billion in new funding from investors. The venture capital firm has recently transformed into a broader financial services company.
Bloomberg Technology · 193d ago
2024 is dubbed the 'takeoff' year for robotics with capital pouring in rapidly. However, mass production trails far behind the hype.
钛媒体 · 194d ago
Hilary Allen, a law professor, discusses how AI might undermine financial stability and halt technological progress. The podcast covers regulation of AI and crypto, venture capital's influence in Silicon Valley, and lessons from dot-com era companies.
Bloomberg Technology · 210d ago
Battery Ventures closed a $3.25B fund for tech investments. Focuses on software companies resilient to AI disruption.
Bloomberg Technology · 213d ago
Meta is launching Meta Startup School, a three-month programme for early-stage consumer brands. Its first cohort will include 200 startups receiving training and support from venture capital firms and industry experts.
Meta Newsroom · 31d ago