Fundraising

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AUM Ventures India Fund II successfully closes at ₹225 Cr, highlighting strong international investor confidence in India's deeptech sector.
Funding

AUM Ventures Marks First Close of India Fund II at ₹225 Cr

AUM Ventures secured ₹225 Cr for its India Innovation Fund II, with over 65% of commitments flowing from international limited partners, as reported by Inc42 .

Marcus Havel·August 10, 2026
Brian Michaud is promoted to Managing Partner at Littlejohn & Co., coinciding with the successful closing of their Private Equity Fund VI.
Leadership

Littlejohn & Co. Promotes Brian Michaud to Managing Partner

Littlejohn & Co. recently closed its Private Equity Fund VI with USD2.84 billion, exceeding its target, just as the firm announced a strategic leadership succession plan promoting Brian Michaud to man

Daniel Cross·July 20, 2026
A founder strategically planning their seed funding round in a modern office, reviewing financial projections on a digital screen.
Funding

How to Structure a Successful Seed Funding Round: A Complete Guide

Seed valuations have slightly fallen, challenging the expectations of many founders entering the market for their crucial first funding round.

Leo Vance·July 18, 2026
Orbit Capital Growth Debt Fund II successfully closes at €107 million, with investors celebrating the oversubscribed funding round.
Funding

Orbit Capital Growth Debt Fund II Closes at €107 Million

A Czech private pension fund, Rentea, has made one of its first-ever venture debt allocations, backing Orbit Capital's oversubscribed €107 million Growth Debt Fund II.

Marcus Havel·July 2, 2026
Startup founder choosing between successful fundraising and legal pitfalls, holding a crucial IP assignment document.
Professional Services

Early Legal Counsel for Startup IP Protection & Fundraising

A startup founder, after years of relentless development and initial funding, discovered a devastating truth: they didn't legally own their core technology.

Leo Vance·June 23, 2026
Venture capitalists in a modern, secure facility discussing defense technology AI with holographic displays showing algorithms and military schematics.
Funding

StrictlyVC Los Angeles Event to Boost Defense Tech AI Fundraising

On June 18, venture capitalists will converge at The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo, a key hub for national security innovation, to fund the next generation of defense AI.

Marcus Havel·June 5, 2026
PitchSpark vs. Cold Emailing: Which Method Actually Lands Investor Meetings?
Industry Trends

PitchSpark vs. Cold Emailing: Which Method Actually Lands Investor Meetings?

This article compares PitchSpark and cold emailing as methods for landing investor meetings, highlighting a shift from volume to value in investor outreach. It argues that while cold emailing is inefficient, platforms like PitchSpark offer structural advantages through pre-qualification, better targeting, and real-time feedback.

Sponsored·May 18, 2026
Diverse team of entrepreneurs collaborating in a modern office, discussing startup seed funding strategies with rising valuation charts.
Funding

Startup Seed Funding Strategies and Best Practices

The median post-money seed valuation climbed to $24 million in 2025, a 33% year-over-year increase, according to altoira .

Marcus Havel·May 13, 2026
Diverse group of entrepreneurs networking and showcasing startups amidst a futuristic cityscape with holographic projections at a major industry event.
Events & Fairs

How to Select Impactful Industry Events for Startups in 2026

Showcasing a startup on the expo floor at major industry events dramatically shortens fundraising cycles, often by facilitating direct, face-to-face investor meetings.

Leo Vance·May 13, 2026
Startup founders collaborating with legal and financial advisors, reviewing a cap table and growth projections in a modern office, symbolizing strategic planning and expert guidance for business success.
Professional Services

How to Choose the Right Legal and Financial Advisors for Your Startup: A Founder's Guide

Choosing the right legal and financial advisors is a foundational pillar for your startup's success, separating ventures that scale from those that stumble. This guide helps founders navigate incorporation, fundraising, and growth by finding expert co-pilots.

Leo Vance·April 5, 2026
Startup founders and investors strategically navigating a complex financial landscape, symbolizing global economic shifts, capital flow, and investment cycles impacting venture funding decisions.
Markets

How Global Economic Shifts Influence Startup Funding: A Complete Guide

Global economic shifts are a fundamental force shaping startup funding, influencing capital flow and investor behavior. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for founders and investors to navigate both booming and challenging funding landscapes successfully.

Priya Sen·March 30, 2026