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𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸: 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 After two years of uncertain financial markets, 2024 started with great momentum. Global VC funding grew by 16% quarter over quarter, reaching $89B over 4600 deals, and is projected to reach $468B. The seed stage had the most funding, followed by the early and late stages (Graph below). 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 European tech ecosystem reaches €47B in the first half of 2024. In January, we saw the highest equity funding of €15.4B, followed by €11.1B in May. Early-stage funding grew from €1.3B in January to €1.8B in June, and there were more unicorns in H1 alone than in the whole of 2023. 𝙏𝙤𝙥 𝘿𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙨𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨 𝙗𝙮 𝙛𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜: → Energy and storage (€7.6B) → Advanced material (€5.1B) → EVs (€4B) → Biotech (€1.5B) Country-wise, the UK leads with €13.3B, followed by Sweden and France with €12B and €6B, respectively. 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙞𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨, 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙗𝙚 𝙩𝙤: → Priorities sectors with substantial growth potential and the ability to solve global challenges → Stay agile and adapt to evolving market conditions, and allocate their funds strategically → Allocate more due diligence efforts towards industries having real-world value and rapid adoption → During due diligence, assess a company's product strategy and its ability to attract and retain users → Be realistic about valuations, especially for non-AI companies and those at later funding stages Share your thoughts in the comments! Credit: Bain & Company Sifted #Venturecapital #AI #Deeptech #Startups Follow us for strategies and resources for Deep Tech founders and VCs! And get access to exclusive content on Deep Tech startups like Zetta Genomics Ltd, DeepSpin, Quibim, Novoic, and Mindpeak GmbH in our newsletter: 🗻 https://lnkd.in/dtTX49AF

VCs and LPs: Time to Embrace DeepTech's Long-Term Potential From AI and quantum computing to clean energy and advanced materials, DeepTech companies are solving some of the world’s most critical challenges, with the potential to redefine industries. But to succeed, these ventures need long-term investment and strategic patience, something the traditional VC model may not always provide even more in 2024. 🚀 Why DeepTech Demands a New Approach Given the current lack of M&As and the resulting liquidity challenges for LPs, 2024 is the perfect time to invest in DeepTech. Unlike other startups, DeepTech ventures offer a solid and less risky output over time thanks to IP, providing LPs with strong long-term returns. 💡 A Strategic Opportunity for VCs and LPs The shift to more patient capital doesn’t just benefit startups—it’s an incredible opportunity for investors. As LPs increasingly understand the long-term value DeepTech can deliver, there’s growing momentum for funds that can support the sector through extended timelines. In fact, many LPs are already looking for ways to tap into the transformational potential of DeepTech while managing risk over the long run. According to PitchBook (2024), investors are becoming more open to models that focus on strategic value and extended growth cycles, especially in high-impact areas like AI, sustainability, and biotech. 🌍 The Future of DeepTech is Now DeepTech is not just a buzzword—it’s the future of innovation. And as we look toward 2024, it’s clear: VCs who embrace this shift and adapt their strategies will be the ones at the forefront of the next wave of transformative breakthroughs. The opportunity is immense. With the right investment models in place, we can drive not only financial returns but also create lasting positive impact across industries. Is your fund ready to seize the DeepTech opportunity? #DeepTech #VentureCapital #LPs #InvestmentStrategy #Innovation #AI #QuantumComputing #CleanTech #FutureOfInvesting

𝐓𝐨𝐩 5 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 2024 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡: Growing investments in sustainable solutions. 𝐀𝐈 & 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Continued funding for innovative AI startups. 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐀𝐈 & 𝐋𝐨𝐰-𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞: Rising interest in accessible tech platforms. 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡: Focus on digital health and biotech. 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲: Increased emphasis on diverse founders and inclusive ecosystems. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐂 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞! #AuxinVc #VentureCapital #InvestmentTrends #ClimateTech #AI

This is going to be the next big thing in Israeli tech… According to one of Israel’s most active VCs, the most promising investment vertical in 2025 isn't going to be just about the next big idea or exciting opportunity… It's going to be about investing in people and teams who are resilient, have a grand vision to change the world, and are committed to creating value. As Yair Vardi of Fusion VC spoke about on our livestream, currently we're witnessing #AI become an integral infrastructure layer for startups. This trend excites him as it opens up possibilities for automating traditional, labor-intensive industries such as insurance, transportation, supply chain, agriculture, and even healthcare. The real opportunity lies in automating these manual processes. He spoke about how they’re seeing a surge of companies tackling these real-world problems, which is a promising sign. When you see 'old school' industries seeking modern solutions, that's where the opportunity lies. Interested in insights such as these from the Startup Nation’s next generation of leaders? Follow me to get notified about our next livestream! #startupnation #venturecapital #israelinnovation

AI startups pitching to investors, Samir Batra, healthtech investor, advises to not be fooled by early revenue. With so much competition, proving your impact with solid data is key to standing out. Watch Full Episode Now: https://ow.ly/g3Xq50UfYwt #MedCityDebunked #healthcareAI #investoradvice Arundhati Parmar

Success Stories – What We Can Learn from 2024’s Funding Wins 🚀 Inspiring Funding Wins in a Challenging Market Despite economic headwinds, several companies have successfully raised substantial funding rounds this year, proving that innovation and resilience still capture investor interest. Here are some standout examples: AI-driven platforms: A recent $200M Series B round for an AI startup highlights the ongoing demand for automation and AI-driven solutions. Investors continue to bet big on this space as it transforms industries. Sustainability: Green energy remains a hot investment area. A $150M raise for a startup focusing on sustainable tech for urban environments underscores the importance of clean, future-proof solutions that address global environmental challenges. HealthTech: The healthcare sector continues to draw massive investment. A biotech startup raised $300M this year, demonstrating the sustained appetite for innovation in healthcare solutions, from biotech breakthroughs to medical AI. These funding wins remind us that, even in challenging times, there are opportunities for growth in sectors that address long-term societal needs. #Startups #Funding #VentureCapital #AI #Sustainability #HealthTech #Growth

Excited to attend the Sifted Summit next week! 🎉 As always, the agenda is packed with cutting-edge topics that are shaping the future of startups and innovation. Here are a few sessions I'm particularly looking forward to: Tech for Good Eager to hear how startups are leveraging technology to tackle some of the world's biggest challenges. Future of Work Can't wait to dive into discussions around hybrid models, AI, and how companies are evolving in this new era of work. Sustainability & Growth Looking forward to insights on scaling companies while maintaining a positive environmental impact. Funding Strategies Hearing from founders and investors about the current trends in fundraising and venture capital is always invaluable. It's going to be an amazing opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and hear from industry leaders. Who else is attending? Let’s connect! 🚀 #SiftedSummit #Startups #Innovation #TechForGood

#fundingalert 💼Company: Ensis 💰Funding: $4Million ⚡Round: Seed 👥Investors: NextGen Venture Partners, Tau Ventures, Grep VC, Innovation Global, and Gaingels Ensis is a technology company developing AI-powered proposal software for responding to government #RFPs, #RFIs, and more. Leveraging recent advances in generative AI, It enables companies to dramatically streamline their processes for creating proposals in one seamless workflow. Founded by veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneurs Ben Lewis and Jon Sockell, Ensis helps companies in highly regulated public sectors such as healthcare, finance, defense, education and more respond to solicitations more efficiently. Amit Garg Jon Bassett Jake de Medeiros Kayla Bassett Rishi Patel Ken MacInnis Read more - https://lnkd.in/gNKtScQi To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #Ensis #artificialintelligence #technology #healthcare #funding #startupnews #fundingnews #news #startuprise

Despite the turmoil in the venture market over the last two years, we have seen great deal flow. We’re proud to highlight several recent investments: Deep Cognition, FreightPOP, Jolie, OpsLab, Vivifi Medical. We are excited to support the continued innovation of each of these companies.   As we look to the second half of 2024, it remains to be seen what the market’s steady state will be. We’re observing the following trends: 1. AI continues to dominate the conversation. But sustained value remains uncertain, as current applications may not deliver the outsized returns needed to justify costly infrastructure investments. 2. Private companies continue to focus on fundamentals and profitability. 3. Strategic bridge rounds have risen for later-stage startups as M&A markets remain suppressed. 4. Investor-friendly financing terms remain due to low fundraising activity and exit opportunities.

✨ AI Forge Investor Week: Pitch Night and Demo Day! ✨ We are thrilled to invite you to AI Forge's Investor Week, kicking off with Pitch Night on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 9th - 10th, and culminating with Demo Day on Thursday, July 11th. Join us as we showcase our third cohort of AI founders ready to complete their Pre-Seed investment round. Get Involved: 1. Review the Who’s Who PDF to learn about our startups. Link here: https://lnkd.in/gezZt2Fm 2. Secure a 5-minute meeting with the startup you're most interested in through this Calendly link: https://lnkd.in/gDM4hspY 3. Sign up for the event to ensure your spot! 🗓️ Event Details: Date: Tuesday, 9th July - Thursday, 11th July Time: 6 pm - 9 pm Location: x+why One Great Cumberland Place 🚀 What to Expect: • Hear pitches from 15 top AI founders. • Exclusive networking session with founders and investors. 🌟 Why Attend: • Discover investment opportunities with SEIS benefits. • Engage with the latest AI innovations. • Expand your network within the AI startup ecosystem. Reserve your seat now for an evening of groundbreaking AI innovations and investment opportunities. 🤝💼 For more details, check out here: https://lu.ma/us6whota #AIStartups #InvestInAI #InnovationInAI #AIEntrepreneurs #EmergingTech #AIInnovation