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Slow down in Venture across the board in Emerging Markets! As predicted, VC funding and deal flow continues to decline across the Middle East, Arica and South East Asia. If you haven’t yet had the chance to access MAGNiTT's latest report on Q1 figures, then this article might just be for you: https://lnkd.in/duwpEqf7 My two cents based on MAGNiTT’s data: 1. Venture funding to remain flat until the US FED decreases interest rates (which I don't see happening before Q4 if at all) 2. Dry powder is available as funds make announcements regionally...but raising funds and deploying takes time. Unlikely to translate into active investments before Q4’24-Q1’25 3. Deal activity in SEA and MENA likely to converge at some point in line with global trends (CB Insights 8th consecutive decline in funding globally!) 4. Underdog industries might see some investment with healthcare, and energy, to report increases in YoY deal flow while star industries like FinTech and e-commerce may decline With VC funding looking more and more baron, and a continued focus on early stage over late stage, start up founders will need to remain vigilant and frugal. Interesting to see how Emerging Ecosystems will develop in the coming quarters with seasonal lulls and international interest. You can forecast and benchmark quarterly investment activities across countries and regions using our analytics tool accessible via subscription: https://lnkd.in/d2J6TdYQ #VentureCapital #EmergingMarkets #MENA #InvestmentTrends #Entrepreneurship

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South Coast Startups: This is your moment!! I’ve got an incredible opportunity for startups on the South Coast of England. We’re talking intros to top-tier mentors and serious cash for growth—whether that’s through equity or loans. I’m on the lookout for standout startups to match with angel investors, CCs, and Ultra High Net Worth individuals who are ready to back the next big thing. If this sounds like you—or someone you know—tag them, DM me, or drop me an email at [email protected]. Let’s take your startup to the next level! #StartupLife #Entrepreneurship #Fundraising #VentureCapital #AngelInvestors #GrowthHacking #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #SeedFunding #ScalingUp #StartupJourney #EquityFunding #Disruptors #FounderLife #StartupCommunity #BusinessFunding #StartupMentorship #InvestorReady #PitchToInvestors #DreamBig

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We had a fantastic session with Ash Rust, Managing Partner at Sterling Road, during Monday's weekly Pear Persian Founder Circle (PFC) event.  Ash shared some great advice on how to pitch to VCs, and here some takeaways: 1- Follow the right order when making introductions, and always try for a warm intro.  2- First impressions count. It’s worth investing in a designer for your pitch deck. 3- You can learn to pitch well in just 72 hours if you’re committed and you practice, including recording yourself and watching it back. Then do it again and so forth. 4- Keep things simple at first. Share the big, important numbers—save contextual details in the appendix for when they ask. 5- Persistence pays off. Keep following up until you get a clear answer. Thanks, Ash, for an insightful and motivating talk with our founders! 

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Are you an early-stage company looking for Pre-Seed, Seed and Series A Round funding? ⬇️⬇️ - We cater to startups looking for investment ranging from £150k to £10Mil, specifically within the UK/EU. - Our investor network is eager to delve into diverse sectors, maintaining an open approach to ALL industries. - Particular interest lies in sectors such as: • SaaS • Fintech • Marketplaces & Platforms • Computer Vision & NLP • Enterprise Technology • Industrial Automation • The Transition to Sustainable Energy • Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics • Software Development Tools 🚀 Jumpstart your funding journey by registering at FundMyPitch.com and create your pitch today to link up with our wide-ranging network of investors. #fundraising #angelinvesting #startups 🤝 Know a startup on the lookout for investment? Help spread the word

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What VCs Really Want! 👇 Just an amazing session with Magnus Gaarder at Startup Istanbul 🎤 If you're a startup founder looking to raise capital, this talk is a goldmine. 💰 Magnus dives deep into what venture capitalists are truly looking for. Check out the full video and learn how to increase your chances of getting funded! 👇 #Startups #VentureCapital #Fundraising #Entrepreneurship #StartupAdvice #MagnusGaarder #StartupIstanbul

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⚽ Managing Risks in Football and Business: As England gears up to face Denmark in Euro 2024, the stakes are high both on the pitch and in the business world. 🏆 Just like in football, strategic risk management in startups is crucial for success. Learn from Edward at West Hill Capital about choosing the right startups to invest in, focusing on those with revenue potential. 📅 Book time with me to discuss investment for your startup or scaling up your team: https://lnkd.in/e8Wf2TTa #StartupInvesting #RiskManagement #Euro2024 #Entrepreneurship

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🚀 Calling all institutional investors who are interested in Pre-seed to Seed stage startups! You might have heard about London’s Largest Demo Day we hosted in April, where we had 100 pre-selected Pre-Seed to Series A stage #startups  #pitching to hundreds of #investors . We managed to gather high-quality startups to pitch on the day with the help of our 40+ investor partners. 🙌 We’re doing it again on the 14th of October and are expanding our investor partner list. This will help us rate the applicants and raise event awareness. In return, each investor partner gets early access to the deal flow and a couple of complimentary tickets for the event! 🎟️ If you’d like to join other investors and support us, please fill in the form (link in the comments). The form also includes more details on the process, expectations, and timeline. 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿: • VCs • CVCs • Family Offices • Angel Syndicates 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲? • 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗹𝗶𝘁: Driven mainly by applications and ratings, but we are aiming for full representation in hardtech, deeptech, and fintech. • 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁: All applicants will take a psychometric test designed by ETA Technologies to assess their team’s potential for survival. The results will be available to investors post-event. • 𝗦𝗣𝗩 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: We plan to create an SPV to invest in the top 2-3 companies, decided by the investor committee. • 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: We will host “The First Money In” pitching event for pre-selected founders who have undergone due diligence. Individual angels can commit up to £100k with a £1k ticket. We hope to have you on board with us. We will be announcing our investor partners next week. 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 (𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀). Looking forward to your applications! 🚀 Each application will be manually reviewed before it is approved.

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Excited to invest in Capsa AI, who have just raised £1.7m seed funding round led by Outward VC together with Cornerstone VC and Antler, as well as top angels! I was really impressed by Danyal Özdüzenciler and Callum Downie and their speed of execution and tenacity! Capsa AI streamlines due diligence for Private Equity firms by automating manual tasks like creating company profiles, consolidating financial data, and reviewing contracts. Since launching, their technology has helped leading PE funds reduce due diligence time by 20% and achieve a 90% customer satisfaction score, by enhancing their ability to assess deals and make smarter investment decisions. Link in the comments below👇

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United Arab Emirates Fund Mubadala's MGX in Talks to Invest in OpenAI $7bn round, after recently investing in Revolut's $500m round 👇 When you see a $150bn valued Ai company from USA and $45bn valued fintech from Europe being swept up by UAE investment funds, it is safe to say that these large companies have chosen their long term partners and jurisdiction for the next 10+ years. Financial Times Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala takes stake in Revolut Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ddeqXSuJ The Wall Street Journal United Arab Emirates Fund in Talks to Invest in OpenAI Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dr8Arpsc The question is, has tech liquidity really dried up in Europe and USA? The answer seems like YES! So you have to ask yourself, are you following the trend or staying put? ............ For all founders around the world - the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development is committing $3bn every year until 2030 to new technologies from around the world, more specifically: - Automation - Advanced manufacturing  - Blockchain  - Artificial intelligence (AI)  - Internet of things (IoT) The information is all here, public to read: https://lnkd.in/dYyCAEyE #UAE #Investment #technology

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🚀 Resurge Growth Partners Launches €120M "Venture Equity" Fund to Rescue VC Orphans In a unique move to address a growing gap in the venture landscape, London-based Resurge Growth Partners has launched a €120M investment vehicle to acquire and revitalize "VC orphans" — portfolio companies with strong foundations but stagnant growth, too mature for VC attention yet not developed enough for private equity buyers. This emerging category is what Resurge is calling “venture equity,” a blend between private equity (PE) and traditional venture capital (VC). 🔍 The Opportunity in Overlooked Potential The strategy, led by cofounders Oren Peleg and Eyal Malinger, seeks out companies with at least €7-8M in annual revenue, providing €10M-25M in funding per acquisition. For these businesses, Resurge's support can mean new life: they’re often high-potential but constrained by the “draconian” terms of venture debt that founders might not fully anticipate, believing growth will allow them to refinance. Now, Resurge aims to step in where traditional VC support has faded, providing operational guidance and financial backing to restore momentum. 🌱 Ad-hoc Investor Strategy To reach the fund’s €120M target, Resurge has already secured nearly half of its goal through a family office and GP commitments from the cofounders. The remaining funds will be raised deal-by-deal, allowing flexibility to adapt capital needs to each unique opportunity. This approach reflects a refreshing innovation in the ecosystem, supporting founders whose companies are stuck in limbo — often high-performing in revenue but under-supported by VC. Could Resurge's "venture equity" be the solution that many stagnating startups need to unlock their next growth phase? #venturecapital #startupinvestments #startup

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Say a warm welcome to PSV Venture house: Our hybrid setup, which sets us free from adhering to singular model and allows us to rethink existing ways. Now introducing our independent fund #PSVTech PSV Tech is a venture fund dedicated to backing founders pre-product/market fit. Yes, that sounds like just another VC, because it is. All venture funds are venture funds.   At PSV Tech it’s the stage that is our craft. After living and breathing the very early stages of the journey for two decades, we know by heart how to navigate the twist and turns of getting a software-powered company from first proof to a repeatable model.  It’s safe to say that we understand the startup journey way beyond metrics and facts. We don’t think founders need our model to be rocket science, but they need our team to be rock solid.    Meet the PSVTech team, partners Richard Breiter, Alexander Viterbo-Horten, Helle Uth, Christel Piron, alongside with investment team Sebastian von Wildenrath Wegmann & myself.

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Europe's tech market has some catching up to do. #eu #techmarket #technology #techcompanies #marketvalue #financing #growthcapital #scaleups #commercialisation

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We are incredibly grateful for our brilliant investors! Take a moment to learn more about our recent investment round and a brief update on our clinical trial progress with the University of Bath and Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust! Email the team to find out more about our transformative results. 📩 - [email protected] #ClinicalTrial #investments #Prehab #Preactiv #innovation #healthtech

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Are you looking for investors? At foundercentre we have a FREE interactive directory of over 240 UK INVESTORS! https://lnkd.in/ekYQBPZF Filter through which investor best suits your startup needs, and simply start sending applications out. Create a startup profile, and showcase it now! We use specific, targeted questions during the signup stage to ensure that all profiles contain the relevant information in a standardised format for Investors. No more sending back-and-forth emails. Simply copy and paste your unique URL- and Investors can see everything they need about your startup. At foundercentre we are the only FREE startup site to contain centralised directories for everything a UK startup needs. From Investors to Co-Working spaces, founders can now find everything they need, with the click of a button. Grow your startup now for free... #foundercentre #investors #startups #founder #startupspace #ideas

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🌍 Attention fellow investors! Join me in exploring some of the most promising startups across Europe and the UK at Startupbootcamp's upcoming Investor Roadshow Series! Each event is carefully curated to spotlight startups from specific regions and sectors, ensuring that we find opportunities that align with our investment strategies. Here’s what’s on the agenda for our upcoming EU and UK roadshows: May 22nd: Dive into the EU's thriving Fintech scene. Details & Registration: https://lu.ma/IREUIFD May 23rd: Connect with Energy startups across the EU. Details & Registration: https://lu.ma/IREURNZ May 28th: Focus on the UK's dynamic energy sector. Details & Registration: https://lu.ma/IRUKRNZ June 11th: Explore Fintech innovations in the UK. Details & Registration: https://lu.ma/IRUKIFD Don't miss out on these exclusive online events! Let's connect and explore exciting investment opportunities together! #Startupbootcamp #InvestorRoadshow #TechStartups #Fintech #EnergyInnovation #StartupLife #Entrepreneurship #InvestInInnovation #EUStartups #UKStartups 🚀

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✍ Here’s a quick write up of the investor panel I moderated on Friday at HIT Games Conference in #Istanbul 🙏 Thanks to Roman, ilker, Emre and Kay for taking part and to  Eugene  and Olga for making the event happen. ⚖️ Content vs infrastructure plays. Many VC's pulling back from pure play content plays, choosing to invest more in infrastructure businesses that facilitate the wider ecosystem. But all is not lost for those wanting to build great games... 😢 👷‍♂️ Founders seeking funding for gaming projects need to look beyond just VC. Other methods discussed including funding gaming projects by creating assets on Unity, or building on top of Roblox, Fortnite to generate revenues to fund gaming projects. 🧟‍♀️ Potential for VC backed studios to sell “zombie games” (which are doing ok, but will never break out), thus generating new capital to build new games - good outcome for founders, VCs and acquirers of IP who specialise in rolling up long-tail games. 🏴‍☠️ 🤖 AI can bring down the cost of getting new games to market - this trend will only continue, starting first in asset creation, then permeating other areas of gaming including dynamic pricing and UA over time. 🎉 Consensus that now is a great time to start a business in gaming. Whilst there are of course mass layoffs in the market, potentially invest that severance payment into starting your own studio. Historically, great innovations are born in lean market times when capital is harder to access. PS: Apologies ilker you were missed off the photo!

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Congratulations to Mohammad Al-Ubaydli Ian Bastow and Team Patients Know Best on their £6M fundraise to help scale their Personal Health Record platform and expand Internationally https://lnkd.in/efH_4aCY Patients Know Best has announced it has secured a £6 million loan to help scale its digital personal health record platform and expand internationally. The funding is being supported by alternative finance provider, Growth Lending, to support Patients Know Best’s growth strategy. > The news comes following the UK government’s announcement to empower patients by developing and focusing on digital patient records, engagement and communication; with Patients Know Best commenting that its platform is currently in use across 25% of UK hospitals. > Chief executive and founder at Patients Know Best, Mohammad Al-Ubaydli, commented: “We recognised the suboptimal care that patients everywhere receive due to fractured patient information and so we developed a single, integrated Personal Health Record. > While our software has already empowered patients across the nation, this funding will enable us to bolster our proposition even further, in support of the UK government’s plan for NHS digitalisation, and to bring this to more countries more quickly – ultimately, delivering on our core mission of ensuring better care for all.” #HealthTech #DigitalHealth #HealthIT #PatientsKnowBest #NHSDigital #Innovation #NHS #Growth #Funding #PersonalHealthRecord https://lnkd.in/efH_4aCY

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