Facktor Ventures Management has unveiled its inaugural Fund I, aimed at bolstering community health through early-stage venture capital investments.

Northreach Capital, formerly known as NGIF Capital, is taking steps to broaden its investment mandate, focusing on heavy industries and innovative technologies.

Radical Ventures announces its groundbreaking fund focused on AI investments, securing over $1 billion to support rapid growth of tech companies in Canada.

Pinegrove Venture Partners has finalized its Strategic Investors Fund XII, raising $1.5 billion to support innovative technology ventures and managers globally.

Luma Group has successfully closed its inaugural LumaBio Fund I, raising $410 million aimed at investing in transformative life sciences companies worldwide, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and health.

Backswing Ventures promotes a novel investment approach, arguing that relying on single 'unicorn' companies can slow down returns. Discover their unique strategy.

DNX Ventures, a venture capital in Silicon Valley and Tokyo, announces the launch of two independent brands, DNX Capital and DNX Technology Ventures, enhancing focus on local startup markets.

Foothill Ventures has been named one of TIME's top venture capital firms for the second consecutive year, reflecting its commitment to supporting early-stage tech innovation.

YL Ventures, a cybersecurity-focused VC firm, has been recognized in the top decile of PitchBook's rankings for four consecutive years, underscoring its dedication to innovation.

New Zealand's technology sector has achieved remarkable success, with venture-backed companies collectively valued at NZ$133 billion. The report highlights the country's ability to generate high enterprise value relative to its venture capital investments, despite its small size. However, the focus is on retaining the broader economic benefits of these successful firms. While New Zealand excels at creating tech firms, there is concern about losing talent, capital, and knowledge when companies expand internationally. The article emphasizes that the true value lies not just in the companies themselves but in the capabilities, expertise, and networks they build. Successful firms like Rocket Lab and FNZ have created significant value, but the challenge remains ensuring these benefits stay within New Zealand. The report suggests that innovation policy should prioritize retaining the productive capabilities left behind by successful firms rather than solely focusing on valuations or unicorn counts. This balance is crucial for sustaining future tech growth in the country.

Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the venture capital landscape, making proprietary technology less of a competitive moat and reshaping startup funding strategies.

K2 Space, a leading satellite manufacturer, has raised $500 million in Series D funding, valuing the company at $6.8 billion, to boost its production capacity for high-power satellites.

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On today’s Sustainability In Your Ear, meet Kavita Patel, a principal at MUUS Climate Partners, as we discuss how smart investments and business support can drive environmental impact while generating returns. MUUS Climate Partners invests in early-stage climate technology companies, with a portfolio including battery recycler Nth Cycle, EV charging innovator AmpUp, and innovative air conditioning developer Harvest. The firm targets critical sectors—energy, industry, materials, and transportation—where innovation is essential for meeting climate goals. In our conversation, Kavita addresses the “green premium,” pointing out that while consumers may pay more upfront for sustainable products, they often realize long-term savings. She emphasizes that the most significant opportunity to reduce costs lies in eliminating waste throughout our economy, from production, through the use phase, to recovering and reusing materials traditionally discarded after a single use. Kavita emphasizes that the most significant opportunity to reduce costs lies in eliminating waste throughout our economy, from production, through the use phase, to recovering and reusing materials traditionally discarded after a single use She also .shares a key insight about entrepreneurial leadership: successful climate tech founders have multiple backup plans. True innovators become “chief resource obtainers” by finding value where others see none. The entrepreneurs who will transform our economy can turn scrap into gold, whether starting with used equipment or reimagining landfill contents as raw materials for sustainable products. To learn more about MUUS Climate Partners and their approach to climate technology investment, visit muusclimate.com.

Goodfin introduces a new venture fund optimizing for QSBS tax benefits, allowing investors to access high-growth startups with potential 0% federal capital gains tax.

The 2026 Qingdao Venture Capital Conference showcased innovation finance, bringing together leaders in technology and investment to discuss future industrial transformations.

Grace Investment Machine has successfully raised $20 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI-driven investment strategies. This funding accelerates its vision for autonomous market analysis and hypothesis generation.

Bow River Capital has successfully integrated new platforms, reaching over $7.4 billion in managed capital and expanding its investment strategies for clients.

GLOBIS Capital Partners marks its 30th anniversary, showcasing impressive milestones and ambitions for AI and global startup ecosystems.

The BIO Asia-Taiwan Investment Summit highlights 27 innovative startups, attracting investment from global leaders in biotechnology, set for July 15-19.

The Chiba Dojo community has successfully established its fourth venture capital fund, raising 6 billion yen to support startups in Japan.

KKT LLC has made a strategic investment in the ON&BOARD VC fund to foster Japan's startup ecosystem and drive innovative solutions for social challenges.

Venture capital is evolving, concentrating due to misaligned incentives and delayed liquidity. Rafe Furst insights on blockchain revolutionizing founder opportunities.