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Soccer star Honda’s venture capital AI fund raises $98 million

A venture capital fund headed by former national soccer team member Keisuke Honda has raised about ¥15.3 billion ($98 million), according to a document seen by Bloomberg. Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp., Nomura Holdings and SBI Holdings are among at least 20 …

In Depth: Venture Capital in China Flounders as State Takes Over (Part 1)

Editor’s note: Venture capital in China is in crisis as government guidance funds overwhelm the industry’s traditional modus operandi. In the first of a two-part series, we examine how these funds have disrupted the country’s investment landscape. In Part …

Venture capital, private equity markets may see uptick in exits in 2025

Venture capital, private equity markets may see uptick in exits in 2025

Although the venture capital and private equity markets faced economic headwinds in 2024, a series of rate cuts initiated by the Federal Reserve may provide a path forward for investors in the coming year.

Largest Twin Cities Venture Capital Deals in 2024

The role of venture capital firms in exits and restructuring

Venture capital (VC) is important for business growth, especially in high-growth technology and financial services sectors. According to Statista, the total capital raised in the global venture capital market‌ is projected to reach $279.80bn in 2024. …

Largest Twin Cities Venture Capital Deals in 2024

Ranked by Amount raised in 2024 Locally Researched by: J.D. Duggan and Abby Bulger, Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal Jan 02, 2025, 9:40am CST The Business Journal compiled this list using information from Crunchbase and original Business Journal …

Number of US Venture Capital Firms Falls as Cash Flows To Tech's Top Investors

The number of active venture capital investors, firms that invest in startups, has dropped more than a quarter from a peak in 2021 [non-paywalled source], as risk-averse financial institutions focus their money on the biggest firms in Silicon Valley. From …

SVC invests in Venture Capital Fund by Global Ventures

Saudi Venture Capital (SVC) announced its investment in Global Ventures III, an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Global Ventures, with a fund size exceeding $150 million. According to an SVC press release, the fund will target investing in …

Saudi Venture Capital Invests in a Venture Capital Fund by Global Ventures

(MENAFN- JUMMAR PR) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 01 January 2025: Saudi Venture Capital (SVC) has announced its investment in Global Ventures III, an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Global Ventures. The fund size is in excess of $150 million. The …

Number of US venture capital firms falls as cash flows to tech’s top investors

George Hammond in San Francisco January 1 2025 Jump to comments sectionPrint this page Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. The number of active venture capital …

US Venture Capital Firms Dwindle as Funding Consolidates Among Silicon Valley Giants

The number of active US venture capital (VC) firms has plummeted by more than 25% since its peak in 2021, reflecting a major shift in the industry as financial backers increasingly concentrate their investments in Silicon Valley’s largest firms. According …

Private Equity - Venture Capital firms end 2024 with $31 Billion investments

Private Equity - Venture Capital (PE-VC) firms invested $31.1 Billion (across 1,021 deals) in Indian companies in 2024, marginally lower (by 5 per cent) compared to the $32.9 Billion (across 993 deals) in 2023, reports Venture Intelligence, a research …

Management fee change could badly hit investment trust revenues

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. UK-listed investment trusts are under pressure to change how they calculate their management fees, which could reduce them …

Labour’s pension reforms are based on flawed analysis

Rachel Reeves’ Mansion House speech last November was not short of ambition, promising the “biggest pension reform in decades”, and the two public consultations on what this means in practice close in a few days. As part of her “invest, invest, invest” …

Sweden's green industry hopes hit by Northvolt woes

There were great hopes for the Northvolt battery plant Skellefteå, Sweden Heavy snow blends into white thick clouds in Skellefteå, a riverside city in northern Sweden that is home to 78,000 residents. It's also the location of what was supposed to …

Samuels v. Lido DAO: A Potential New Frontier for Liability in the Cryptocurrency Space

In denying motions to dismiss, the court potentially expands liability for venture capital firms investing in cryptocurrency enterprises A recent order handed down by U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria of the Northern District of California could be a new …

Nvidia Earns 2024’s Biggest Gain in Market Cap Amid AI Boom

The artificial intelligence (AI) boom drove chipmaker Nvidia to become 2024’s biggest global gainer in terms of market capitalization and the world’s second-most valuable listed company. Nvidia had a market value of $1.2 trillion at the end of 2023 and $3. …

The two most important characteristics founders should look for in an investor? Empathy and humility 

Venture capital is changing. The days of growth at any cost and pushing founders for outsized exits are long gone. Are they coming back? Are we in an ever-repeating cycle? Maybe, but hopefully with reinforced learning. Even though the public markets are …

PalmDigitalz Launches Palm 360™: Redefining IT Modernization and Cost Efficiency for the Future

CHENNAI, TAMILNADU, INDIA, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PalmDigitalz, a leading innovator in mainframe application modernization, proudly announces the launch of Palm 360™, a groundbreaking rationalization tool designed to revolutionize …

World Peace Development Unveils the Peace Project: A Global Platform to Support Humanity’s Most Essential Needs

BANGKOK, THAILAND, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bangkok-based World Peace Development Holdings Limited proudly announces the launch of the Peaceism Ecosystem, an innovative global initiative focused on addressing humanity’s most basic …

XAgent Advances Intelligent Bidding with AI, Vertical LLMs, and Big Data Solutions for Global Procurement Markets

XAgent's solution materializes as an automated and sagacious bidding platform, firmly grounded in cutting-edge AI Agent, LLM, and big data technologies. SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- XAgent AI Inc., a …

Analyzing 2024 USA Industry Cyberattack Trends: SecureClaw's Blueprint for Cybersecurity in the New Year

In 2024, the USA's industry cybersecurity posture improved with proactive strategies, but threats remain complex and evolving, requiring continuous vigilance. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SecureClaw’s …

Village (in the loop) Preschool supports Early Readers

Village (In the Loop) Preschool fosters strong readers with a playful, literacy-rich environment and evidence-based practices to combat declining literacy rates HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As national …

2ONE Labs Corrected Text of 12/23/2024 Release

2ONE Labs [Corrected Text of Globe Newswire Release of 12/23/2024 Titled] Preliminary Injunction Issued in favor of 2ONE® Nicotine Pouches Against Zone Pouches LAKE TAHOE, NV, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- [ …

Indian Industry Cybersecurity Report 2024: Trends, Insights, and 2025 Recommendations by SecureClaw

In 2024, India made huge progress in cybersecurity through enhanced frameworks, AI-ML, and international cooperation, yet there are sophisticated cyber threats. MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, January 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SecureClaw’s Cyber …

Partner Real Estate Welcomes Gregg Millett: A Passionate Advocate for Collaboration, Trust, and Empowerment

CA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Partner Real Estate proudly announces Gregg Millett as one of its newest agents. Gregg’s unique background in broadcasting and his lifelong passion for homes make him a perfect fit for the …

PointFire Announces Search Summaries for SharePoint: A Revolutionary Enhancement to SharePoint Search Results

PointFire announces the release of query-based Search Summaries for SharePoint search, optimizing research times and efficiency. OTTAWA, CANADA, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PointFire, a leader in SharePoint solutions, announced the …

Don DePaulis, President & CEO of Relax in Comfort, Awarded PhD in Business Management from Charter University

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Relax in Comfort is thrilled to announce that Don DePaulis, President and CEO of the company, has been awarded a PhD in Business Management from Charter University. This …

Partner Real Estate Rallies Behind Relief Efforts for Mt. Kanlaon Eruption Victims

CA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of the devastating eruption of Mt. Kanlaon on December 9, 2024, the Partner Real Estate team has stepped forward to support families impacted by the disaster. The eruption, …

[Corrected Release] 2ONE® Secures Preliminary Injunction Bond in Trademark Dispute Against Imperial's Zone Products

[Corrected Release] 2ONE Labs and Performance Plus Marketing post $US1 m Bond securing Preliminary Injunction in 2ONE® vs Zone nicotine pouch Trademark Dispute LAKE TAHOE, NV, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- [Corrected Press …

AM Specialty Maintains A- (Excellent) Rating from AM Best

AM Best reaffirms AM Specialty's A- (Excellent) rating, citing strong capitalization, strategic growth, and underwriting excellence. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AM Specialty Insurance Company (ASIC) …

Miracle Soft Unveils "7 Leading Crypto AI Agent Projects" Revolutionizing Blockchain

KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The groundbreaking convergence of blockchain and artificial intelligence is ushering in a new era of innovation, as highlighted by "The 7 Most Prominent Crypto AI Agent …

Coody & Co. Financing Wins Silver in 14th Annual Best in Biz Awards

Recognized as a leader in innovation within the home financing industry. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coody & Co. Financing has been named a silver medal winner in the category “Most Innovative Company of …

Partner Real Estate Welcomes Leticia Almaro Nicolini as a Distinguished Northern California Broker Associate

CA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Partner Real Estate proudly welcomed Leticia Almaro Nicolini at the Partner Real Estate Brand Launch held on December 12, 2024, at The Turnip Rose Promenade in Costa Mesa, Orange County. …

Sarcomatrix Therapeutics Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Al Swarts as Chief of Technical Operations

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sarcomatrix Therapeutics Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Al Swarts as Chief of Technical Operations Sarcomatrix Therapeutics, a biotechnology company focused on …

Balfour Capital Group Appoints Hon. Ing. Dany Rosalie Edmond Rottiers as Key Executive

YVERDON-LES-BAINS, SWITZERLAND, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Balfour Capital Group is pleased to announce the hiring of Hon. Ing. Dany Rosalie Edmond Rottiers as a strategic addition to the team. Dany’s wealth of experience, deep market …

Partner Real Estate Welcomes Michael W. Smith to Celebrate Brand Launch

OAKLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Partner Real Estate proudly announced its brand launch, highlighting the addition of Michael W. Smith, a seasoned real estate professional with over 21 years of experience, to its …

Alta Towers Advisors Announces Merger with Riverturn Capital, Expands National Presence

GEORGETOWN, TX, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alta Towers Advisors (ATA), a leading M&A advisory firm dedicated to fostering successful partnerships among buyers, sellers, and investors, is pleased to announce its …