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We've highlighted the top venture capital firms in the United Kingdom that are backing the country's most promising startups. These firms bring not only financial support but also valuable industry connections and strategic guidance to help founders navigate the challenges of scaling a business. The UK's startup-friendly environment, which includes tax incentives, a skilled workforce, and a supportive community, has made it an attractive destination for entrepreneurs from around the world. With London serving as a global financial center and a gateway to Europe, UK startups are well-positioned for international growth. Check out our list of VC firms here: https://lnkd.in/dR6R7YAE Seedcamp MMC Ventures AlbionVC Amadeus Capital Partners Notion Capital Playfair Molten Ventures Octopus Ventures Index Ventures Hoxton Ventures Ascension Ventures Episode 1 Ventures BGF Entrepreneur First Point Nine Passion Capital LocalGlobe SFC Capital #unitedkingdom #uk #ukstartups #investors #funding #entrepreneurship #venturecapitalfirms #startupfunding #innovation

Discover the new eco-focused venture! Caret Capital @CaretCapital and Ev2 Ventures unite to create a $50M fund, fostering sustainable pre-Series A startups. #VentureCapital #Sustainability #Innovation #CaretCapitalFundII

Summary: Chemistry, a new venture capital firm, has raised $350 million for its debut fund. The firm was launched by three experienced partners and plans to invest in early-stage startups.\ Key takeaways: Chemistry is a newly launched venture capital firm, led by three experienced partners - Mark Goldberg, Kristina Shen, and Ethan Kurzweil. The firm's debut fund was 2x oversubscribed, indicating high demand and interest from investors. Chemistry will invest in early-stage startups, primarily at the Series A stage, across various categories including fintech, infrastructure, and developer tools and work software. Counter arguments: Some may argue that Chemistry's focus on early-stage startups may be riskier compared to investing in more established companies. The competition in the venture capital industry is high, and there may be concerns about Chemistry's ability to stand out and successfully invest in promising startups. #venturecapital #vc #startups

We're pumped for Beta Boom on their recent announcement of closing their $14.5M fund 🎉 The fund was raised by Managing Partners and co-founders Kimmy Paluch and Sergio Paluch alongside Limited Partners, including Ally, Melinda French Gates’ Pivotal Ventures, Bank of America, and Atento Capital. Beta Boom's fund will support investing in startups in #digitalhealth,#fintech,#futureofwork, and SMB #SaaS. Read more in this Tech Funding News article! #startup #VC #venturecapital #investing #investor #entrepreneur

Atlanta's startup scene is booming, and a big reason for that is the vibrant venture capital community fueling innovation in the city. In our article, we shine a spotlight on the leading VC firms that are key to driving Atlanta's startup success stories. Whether you're seeking funding for your startup or interested in the latest investment trends, our roundup provides valuable insights into the opportunities awaiting in the ATL. Explore the list: https://lnkd.in/gU_szKcs Engage Fintech Ventures Fund Fulcrum Equity Partners Sig Mosley PCV Tech Square Ventures TechOperators Valor Venture Group Zane Venture Fund Forté Ventures Johnson Venture Partners Vocap Partners TTV Capital #atlanta #venturecapital #investors #startups #vcfunding #entrepreneurship #startupfunding

Firebrand Ventures is a distinctive venture fund. It revolutionizes Midwest investment by confidently backing early-stage software startups across the region. With a focus from Austin to Minneapolis and Boulder to Columbus, Firebrand combines robust branding, an extensive network, and substantial experience to identify exceptional teams with immense potential. More than just a source of early-stage capital, Firebrand provides decades of operational and investment expertise, a powerful network, and proactive support to accelerate entrepreneurs' businesses. Founded by individuals who understand the entrepreneurial journey, Firebrand pledges transparency, responsiveness, and accessibility to founders. Investment Range: $5M - $10M Stage: Seed Sector: Technology Investment Geography: United States Notable Investments: Threatcare, The Minte, Headnote

Moxxie Ventures closes a third fund at $95 million #Moxxie Ventures, a seed stage #VC based in Western US, has successfully closed its third fund with an impressive $95 million in capital commitments. Founded by Katie Jacobs Stanton in 2019 and co-led by Alex Roetter, Moxxie Ventures is dedicated to backing founders who develop solutions to improve life and work, maintaining its strategic focus on software solutions addressing hard problems. This latest fund has garnered support from a diverse group of limited partners, including Accolade Partners, Cendana, Children’s Health, Churchill Asset Management, Foundry, GEM, The Nature Conservancy, Sapphire, and TIFF. The firm’s investment areas span Consumer, Enterprise, #FinTech, HealthTech, and Climate, highlighting its broad interest in sectors poised for transformative growth. Moxxie Ventures stands out for its financial backing but also for its comprehensive support to portfolio companies. This includes extensive operating experience from leading teams in product, engineering, marketing, PR, business development, and human resources. Furthermore, Moxxie leverages a robust network of founders, operators, investors, and policymakers to create positive business impacts and foster community development. Since its inception, Moxxie Ventures has supported over 50 seed-stage companies, with approximately half advancing to raise additional capital. This success rate underscores Moxxie's effectiveness in identifying and nurturing high-potential startups. The article on #VCwiretech in the first comment. Want to stay up to date with the market? Here my newsletter: - Linkedin: https://lnkd.in/d4h8zqKA  - Substack: https://lnkd.in/dzfGJzmW

IvyCap Ventures, India's leading homegrown venture capital fund, recently announced the closure of its Fund III at INR 2100 crores. The Fund’s investors (limited partners) include the leading Indian institutions, the IIT Alumni Trust, and a few family offices. Close to 60% of the Funds have come from the existing investors of IvyCap Ventures in Funds 1 and 2. With this closing, the total Assets Under Management (AUM) of IvyCap Ventures has grown to INR 5000 crore ($600 million). To discuss the fundraise, Mr. Vikram Gupta, Founder, and Managing Partner at IvyCap Ventures, participated in CNBC TV18's program 'Startup Street'. During his appearance, he delved into topics such as the fundraising process, the distribution plan, the investment thesis of the fund, and the mentor program, among others. The Fund plans to invest in about 25 companies at Series A with an average starting investment amount of INR 30 to 50 crores. 20% of the Fund will be invested in the existing portfolio companies of IvyCap Ventures, where IvyCap Ventures will act as a co-investor when those companies are raising their next rounds and will not provide secondary funding to their previous Funds. Additionally, INR 100 crore has been earmarked for investment in seed-stage companies through a separate team leveraging the IvyCamp platform, collaborating with various partners such as IITs, IIMs, incubation centers, accelerators, corporates, and other platforms. Click here to watch the full interaction- https://lnkd.in/gp76z6Kb #FundIII #Investment #AUM #StartupStreet #Fundraise #DistributionPlan #InvestmentThesis #MentorProgram #SeriesA #SeedStage #IIT #IIM #Incubators #Accelerators #Entrepreneurship CNBC-TV18 | Shruti Mishra | Arundathi Ramanan

The venture capital scene often favors young founders, as seen with initiatives like the Thiel Fellowship. However, Katerina Stroponiati challenges this mindset, arguing that focusing on younger entrepreneurs may hinder innovation. Her firm chooses to invest in founders over 50 who leverage their extensive experience and new technologies to create impactful companies. Read the story here to learn more: https://okt.to/B9ixhO #VCJ #VentureCapital #EmergingManagers #Fundraising #WomeninPrivateFunds

"In reality, if you're over 50, you have three times higher chance of an IPO or exit compared to younger founders. Experience is undervalued, and that's the trend I'm breaking with Brillant Minds." - Katerina Stroponiati explains why she launched Brilliant Minds, the first VC fund focused on founders 50+. Check out the full feature and conversation with Ryan Hibbison in Venture Capital Journal. #venturecapital #clientnews #investing #startups