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🚀 What's Next for Venture Capital in 2025? Fundraising is at its lowest point since 2015, and liquidity issues have stalled growth. Many Limited Partners hesitated to commit fresh capital. But here's the twist…in a recent Forbes insight, industry leaders predict 2025 could spark a turnaround. Here is what LPs and investors are predicting for the year ahead: 🔷 Distributions Will Drive Momentum: Increased Distributions to Paid-In Capital could reignite the cycle, creating opportunities for LPs, General Partners, and startups. 🔷 The Rise of Boutique VC: Smaller, specialized funds focused on early-stage startups and deep founder relationships are emerging as a major force, promising quicker DPI and targeted impact. 🔷AI Supercycle & Frontier Tech: Advances in AI and science-driven technologies are poised to redefine innovation, with investments flowing into areas like robotics, synthetic biology, and next-gen computing. 🔷Back to Basics: LPs prioritize funds with clear differentiation and proven ability to deliver returns, signaling a return to fundamental venture math. After years of stagnation, optimism is building for a robust VC ecosystem in 2025. Focused strategies, emerging fund managers, and transformative technologies will shape the next wave of innovation. How do you think 2025 will deliver on its promise? Check out this Forbes article for more on what LPs are predicting for VC in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gbf2MgxH #VentureCapital #InnovationEconomy #Startups #AI #FrontierTech #VCTrends #TechInvestment #FutureOfVC Brandee Diamond, Nicholas O'Keefe, André Thiollier, Eric Chow, Lyman Thai, Foley & Lardner LLP, Brian Wheeler, Natasha Allen

Forbes | Check out LP predictions for VC in 2025* #VentureCapital Funding Trends: - Global VC fundraising is experiencing a downturn, with a significant drop in new fund closures compared to the peak in 2021. - Smaller funds and “boutique venture” will emerge as a major force in the industry. - Support for Diverse Founders. #EarlyStage Investing: A new generation of VCs prioritizes early-stage investing and building deep founder relationships. #LimitedPartner Sentiment: Limited Partners are cautious due to a lack of liquidity from IPOs, leading to hesitation in committing more capital to venture capital. #Predictionsfor2025: Despite the current market conditions, LPs express optimism about specific investment strategies and areas for potential growth in the coming year. #DPI Impact: More DPI will restart the ecosystem, leading to more LP commitments and funding for startups. #InvestmentOutlook: VC funds are optimistic about the potential for outsized returns in 2025, driven by factors like the transformative AI supercycle and the emergence of frontier technologies. #Focus on Frontier Tech: There is an increasing interest in investing at the intersection of science and commercialization, particularly in areas like robotics, next-gen computing, synthetic biology, and energy transition. True #Differentiation for Outsized Returns: LPs will seek funds that can demonstrate true alpha by forging their own unique path, as not all funds can achieve top decile performance. Impact of #Agentic #AI: Agentic AI will transform the venture capital and startup ecosystem, increasing complexity and returns dispersion, requiring LPs to rethink their approach to market coverage, manager selection, and portfolio construction. #ManagerSelection: LPs are interested in emerging managers with a proven track record, particularly those raising sub-$100 million vehicles. #InvestmentStrategy: LPs are looking for venture capital firms that are small, differentiated, and focused on delivering strong returns. *Full info in Ganas Ventures Newsletter. Article: https://lnkd.in/eEawcDBX

🌟 Exciting news in the world of venture capital! General Catalyst reportedly raises nearly $6 billion for tech startups, signaling continued confidence from institutional investors. According to the Financial Times, this latest fund will fuel innovation across various sectors including defense, space, climate, FinTech, and healthcare in Europe, India, and the United States. Read more about this development in the Financial Times/PYMNTS article: https://lnkd.in/eZnD9w8Z This milestone comes amidst a challenging fundraising landscape, with VC fundraising seeing a downturn overall. However, it highlights the resilience and attractiveness of high-profile firms like General Catalyst. In a recent conversation with PYMNTS, Steve Brotman, founder of growth equity firm Alpha Partners, underscored the role of AI in empowering VC firms to make more informed investment decisions. He emphasized how AI augments human capabilities, enabling deeper insights and enhanced strategic decision-making. Exciting times ahead for the tech startup ecosystem! 🚀 #VentureCapital #TechStartups #Innovation #AIInvesting

Kleiner Perkins has announced two significant venture funds: 𝗞𝗣𝟮𝟭, 𝗮𝗻 $𝟴𝟮𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱 aimed at early-stage companies, and 𝗞𝗣 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗜𝗜𝗜, 𝗮 $𝟭.𝟮 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱 designated for high inflection investments. https://lnkd.in/deD66VT7 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ✔The technology landscape has shifted dramatically since the last fundraising in 2022, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a fundamental driver of change, akin to the impact of electricity. ✔AI is expected to transform various sectors, including personal experiences, healthcare, work processes, and business operations across industries. ✔The firm emphasizes that industries traditionally reliant on human labor for repetitive tasks, such as healthcare, legal, and finance, will experience rapid transformation due to AI integration. 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 ✔Kleiner Perkins will maintain its investment focus on key sectors: enterprise software, consumer products, healthcare, fintech, and hardtech, all of which are poised for acceleration through AI advancements. ✔The firm believes that human creativity, when complemented by machine intelligence, will lead to innovative consumer experiences and new opportunities in hardware and infrastructure. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀 ✔Despite the evolving technological landscape, Kleiner Perkins reaffirms its foundational principles of venture capital, emphasizing a deep connection with entrepreneurs and a commitment to helping them build impactful companies. ✔The team has expanded to better support entrepreneurs, including the addition of partners specializing in AI and growth initiatives. 🚀Kleiner Perkins expresses optimism about the future, acknowledging the transformative potential of technology and its commitment to fostering innovation through its new funds. #DigitalTransformation, #SmartHospital, #DigitalFirst, #AIEnabled, #TechnologyAdvanced, #HyperConnected, #AI

💡 The Future of Venture Capital: Time to Rethink Risk & Innovation 💡 The VC landscape has grown increasingly risk-averse, with institutional investors focusing on safe bets and established players. But is this sustainable? Innovation thrives on bold ideas and calculated risks. Yet, early-stage founders are finding it harder than ever to secure funding, especially those outside the AI and SaaS bubbles. This cautious environment threatens to stifle the very breakthroughs that drive industries forward. 🚀 Here’s what leaders predict for 2025: 🔹 Nekeshia Woods sees $7 trillion flowing into private markets but warns that institutional strategies might favor established firms, leaving new founders sidelined. 🔹 Gabby Cazeau believes the IPO market will reopen, offering liquidity, but cautions that AI startups must prove their value or face extinction. 🔹 Triin Linamagi emphasizes the rise of solo GPs and angel funds, bringing hope for more early-stage innovation and diverse teams. 🔹 Michael Basch foresees a shift toward hard tech as software faces commoditization. What needs to change? We must encourage bold investments in emerging sectors, diverse founders, and transformative tech. LPs should prioritize long-term impact over short-term safety, and VCs must embrace the inherent risks of driving real innovation. ✨ The future of venture depends on our willingness to take calculated risks today. Let’s start the conversation: 👉 How can we foster a more innovation-friendly VC ecosystem? 👉 What sectors deserve more attention and funding? Drop your thoughts below, and let’s shape the future together! 💬 #VentureCapital #Innovation #Startups #FutureOfVC https://lnkd.in/eHpMNaDi

🚀 Intuition Ventures Raises a $16M Fund I🚀 🔍 "Are you tired of hearing about yet another enterprise AI funding round? Look no further!" says Hugo Amsellem, a seasoned investor and former employee of The Family. "Intuition Ventures is shaking up the investment landscape by focusing exclusively on consumer tech." 💥 👥 Meet the Visionaries: Hugo Amsellem: "We want to move beyond the traditional investment model and bet on the future of consumer tech," Amsellem shares. Etienne Boutan: "Our diverse backgrounds fuel Intuition's innovative approach to investing," says Boutan, co-founder of Intuition and former professional basketball player. 💼 The Fund: "With an initial fund of €15 million ($16 million), Intuition is paving the way for consumer startups in Europe and the U.S.," says Amsellem. Led by Amsellem and Boutan, the firm has already made strategic investments and continues to expand its portfolio. They also recruited Axel Toupane (NBA champion), Eliott Kessas (co-founder of Daring) and Erika Batista (general partner at On Deck Runway Fund) as venture partners. 💡“Hugo and I were amongst some of the most active early-stage investors in consumer startups in Europe and with the addition of Axel, Eliott and Erika as venture partners we wanted to make sure we could expand our coverage in the U.S. at the heart of consumer tech in San Francisco and culture in Los Angeles,” Boutan said.🦸♂️ 🌟 Investment Thesis: "Intuition recognizes the untapped potential in consumer tech," explains Boutan. "While other funds shy away from the perceived risks, Intuition sees opportunity." That’s why Intuition wants to help the next wave of consumer companies. The VC firm plans to invest anything between €100,000 and €500,000 at the pre-seed or seed stage. It will invest in more than 40 companies with its initial fund. 🌐 Building Community: "Intuition is more than just a VC firm—it's a movement," says Amsellem. "By hosting a series of events in collaboration with top-tier VC firms, Intuition is fostering collaboration and driving industry growth." 🔮 The Future of Consumer Tech: "Innovation never stops, and neither does Intuition," asserts Amsellem. "With a keen eye on emerging trends and advancements in AI, Intuition is poised to shape the next wave of consumer products and cultural phenomena." 🚀 Join the Revolution: "Ready to be part of something extraordinary?" invites Boutan. "Intuition Ventures invites you to join us on our journey to redefine consumer tech. Let's transform culture together!" Congratulations to Intuition VC on raising Fund I👏👏👏 ✅ Looking to raise capital for your #fund and increase the international pool of your LP #investors?   🤝 Need warm #LP introductions?   📝 Selling #secondaries to increase liquidity?   🧐 Looking for co-investments?   ▶ G+QUANT's link for inquiries and fund decks: https://lnkd.in/gjC_EuTE   #IntuitionVentures #ConsumerTech #StartupInvesting #VentureCapital #TechRevolution #Events

📢 Cyberport Venture Capital Forum 2024 - Innovation Challenger: Building New Venture Visions The startup landscape is undergoing a seismic shift amidst the prevailing global turbulence. Amidst the lingering global market uncertainties, economic volatility, and geopolitical challenges, entrepreneurs must now navigate a more complex and competitive environment, with a bold and compelling vision that can captivate investors, forge corporate partnerships, unlock valuable market collaborations to scale and drive sustainable growth.  AquaBloom International Sports Technology Group ("ABSG") is pleased to be invited to be a supporting organization to support this year's event. The organizer offers a discount for ABSG community (investors and start-ups): please register via the link below with exclusive code ("suppcvcf") to enjoy the benefit. With the exponential disruption of AI, Web 3 and other smart technologies redefining the tech boundaries, how can innovators and investors navigate risks and rewards and adapt to a new funding reality?   Join us on 24-25 Oct at Cyberport Venture Capital Forum 2024 with leading venture capitalists, innovators, and big thinkers to explore the next horizon of inno-venture with fresh perspectives on trending topics – FinTech, Web3 and AI, and emerging tech sectors that are reshaping the VC landscape and investors’ priories, as well as sharing insights on how start-ups can harness geopolitical advantages and market opportunities in Hong Kong, the GBA regions, Middle East and ASEAN countries. Themed “Innovation Challenger: Building New Venture Visions,” will gather leading venture capital experts, innovators, and thought leaders to explore the future of innovation and tech venture, offering  all-encompassing experience with keynote, panel sessions, innovator showcases, pitches, investor matching, start-up clinic, workshops, and more. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gtV8RQXk #hongkong #CVCF #Cyberport #investment #VC #Capital

Navigating the evolving venture landscape demands resilience, insight, and a forward-thinking mindset. The Q3 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor sheds light on a market striving to regain its momentum amidst persistent headwinds. With exit activity at a low and liquidity constraints weighing on fundraising, we find ourselves at a crossroads. Yet, within these challenges lie opportunities for transformation. The current environment has sharpened our focus on quality over quantity. Startups are prioritizing sustainable growth, with a shift toward profitability and capital efficiency. Despite the slow pace, optimism is warranted, particularly in areas like AI and cybersecurity, where deal sizes and valuations continue to trend upward. As the Fed takes steps to ease interest rates, we may see the start of a new chapter in venture capital—one where strategic patience and smart capital deployment will be key. The road to recovery may be long, but it’s lined with the potential for innovation and impactful exits. Here are some key takeaways: - Exit activity remains sluggish: Q3 saw only $10.4 billion in exit value, reflecting a five-quarter low, with large public listings still scarce. - Fundraising shows concentration: Established managers continue to dominate, capturing over 80% of capital raised, while first-time and emerging managers face more challenges. - AI and cybersecurity drive deal activity: These sectors stand out, with larger deal sizes and valuations, highlighting investor interest in transformative technologies. - Cautious optimism for 2025: With the Fed's recent rate cut, there’s hope for a more favorable environment for exits and IPO activity in the coming year. Together, let’s embrace the challenge and shape the future of venture capital.

As 2024 wraps up, Israel’s venture capital landscape is proving remarkably resilient, even under the weight of ongoing conflict and economic pressure. Here are a few observations on why Israel’s VC market is outperforming peers and what’s driving investor interest: 📉𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 While dealmaking has slowed, Israel’s VC market is outpacing comparable ecosystems like Singapore and Sweden. Investors continue to recognize Israel’s unique strengths, signaling confidence in the ecosystem despite global headwinds. 🛡️ 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Cybersecurity and AI remain focal points for investors, with substantial funding pouring into these areas. 📈𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 As with many markets, there’s a “flight to quality” in Israel’s VC scene, where high-quality startups are capturing attention. Early-stage companies, particularly those without strong product-market fit, are finding it tougher to secure funding in this climate. 👥 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 With a significant portion of high-tech talent serving as reservists, many startups face talent shortages, impacting growth. Yet, this might also lay the groundwork for future innovation, as returning talent brings fresh insights and skills to the ecosystem. Israel’s VC ecosystem is adapting with incredible resilience, and it’s a dynamic space to watch as it meets these challenges head-on.

𝟱 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 As we look to 2025, the venture capital landscape is undergoing transformative shifts driven by emerging technologies, economic changes, and evolving investor strategies. Staying ahead of these trends is crucial for entrepreneurs, investors, and stakeholders alike. Here are five key trends reshaping the VC world: 1️⃣ 𝗠𝗲𝗴𝗮-𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 The rise of unicorns—private startups valued at $1B+—continues to fuel mega-deals. With over 1,200 unicorns globally as of 2024, and even a few $100B+ "hectocorns," this trend reflects the growing scale and ambition of high-potential startups. 2️⃣ 𝗔𝗜 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 Artificial intelligence remains the top-funded sector, with $18.9B secured in Q3 2024 alone. From early-stage innovation to scalable solutions, AI’s transformative power makes it a priority for major VC firms, despite broader market challenges. 3️⃣ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 "𝗭𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗲" 𝗩𝗖 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗺𝘀 Economic pressures have reduced the number of active VC investors, with many smaller firms struggling to raise funds or execute new investments. This consolidation trend highlights the importance of adaptability in a competitive environment. 4️⃣ 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗜 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 Generative AI is shifting from reactive to deliberate, problem-solving applications. With advancements in "System 2" reasoning, AI solutions are evolving into service-based models, offering outcomes rather than products—a game changer for sectors like law, medicine, and software development. 5️⃣ 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗱𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 The democratization of venture assets is breaking traditional barriers, with equity crowdfunding empowering a broader pool of investors and startups. This trend reflects a fundamental shift in how innovation is funded and scaled.