Why This Venture Capitalist Is Investing in the Founders of the Future
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LNG developer Venture Global files for US IPO
Liquefied natural gas exporter looks to tap into enthusiasm over Trump’s pledge to boost energy exportsFinancial Times - 17h -
Big bets on AI point to venture capital industry’s shift
The strategy of focusing money on larger deals comes at time of extreme indigestion for start-up investorsFinancial Times - 1d -
No, All Black Founders Are Not the Same
Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson was just sentenced to nearly 10 years for attempting to defraud investors. Counter to his claims, it doesn’t spell a downfall for all Black founders.Inc. - 2d -
U.S. venture capital outlook for 2025 is looking stronger | Pitchbook
The outlook for U.S. venture capital investments for 2025 looks relatively stronger than what the market has produced in the past few years.VentureBeat - 2d -
Databricks Is Raising $10 Billion, in One of the Largest Venture Capital Deals
The artificial intelligence start-up’s funding shows investors remain enthusiastic about the A.I. boom.The New York Times - 3d -
Tech consultant convicted of Cash App founder’s murder
Killing of Bob Lee had shaken Silicon Valley and fuelled concerns about public safety in San FranciscoFinancial Times - 3d -
Why Venture Capital Is Poised for a Rebound in 2025
U.S. venture capital investment activity in 2024 is up year-over-year, while M&A is also expected to grow in 2025.Inc. - 4d -
Why is tech giant SoftBank investing over $100 billion in the US?
Japanese tycoon Masayoshi Son has joined President-elect Donald Trump in announcing plans by technology and telecoms giant SoftBank Group to invest $100 billion in projects in the United StatesABC News - 4d -
Why von der Leyen knows the path to Syria’s future runs through Turkey
Also in this newsletter: What Romanians see when they go on TikTokFinancial Times - 4d -
Despite Busy Business Ventures, Ice Cube Is Making Time for Music
Ice Cube’s new album made the top 10 of Billboard’s top rap albums chart — his first in 14 years.Inc. - 6d -
Founder of fashion chain Mango dies in cave accident
The 71-year-old is remembered for his fashion leadership after the accident in caves near Barcelona.BBC News - 6d -
Mango founder Isak Andic dies in mountain accident
Turkey-born fashion retailer built global empire with annual sales of €3bnFinancial Times - 6d -
Spain's Mango clothing chain founder dies in accident
Isak Andic founded clothing retailer Mango, one of Europe's largest fashion groups, in 1984.CBS News - 6d -
Sorry, but This Is the Future of Food
Every farm, even the scenic ones with red barns and rolling hills, is a kind of environmental crime scene, an echo of whatever wilderness it once replaced.The New York Times - Dec. 14 -
Andreessen Horowitz, Benchmark and the Transformation of Venture Capital
The opposing paths taken by two powerful firms — Benchmark and Andreessen Horowitz — embody a profound debate about the future of an industry that funds and fosters American innovation.The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
David Bonderman, TPG Co-Founder, Dies at 82
Bonderman put his unique stamp on the fledgling buyout business and became a billionaire many times over.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 11 -
Inflation is rising again: Why you should invest in gold now
The right gold investing strategy could pay off now that inflation is ticking back up again. Here's why.CBS News - Dec. 11 -
Why the Founder of Wix Believes in Tracking Granular Details
In the latest episode of ‘For Starters,’ we talk to Avishai Abrahami of Wix about how to analyze and replicate growth.Inc. - Dec. 11 -
Kevin Ryan Has Invested in More Than 180 Startups. Here’s What He Says Founders Should Focus On
A founding father of New York City’s tech scene explains his unconventional investment philosophy and outlook for venture capital in 2025.Inc. - Dec. 11 -
'Friendlier climate toward new technology’ expected under Trump, venture capitalist says. What that means for AI, crypto
In 2025, generative AI may start to fulfill its potential and allow for cryptocurrencies to be traded 'more freely,' venture capitalist Bradley Tusk says.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
What Jet.com’s Founder Regrets About Starting Jet.com
Founder Marc Lore wishes he had put customers first.Inc. - Dec. 10 -
Investing in America
The third annual FT-Nikkei Investing in America report looks at how overseas companies are negotiating the newly uncertain investment climate in the USFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
A new benchmark for AI investment: Swift Ventures unveils system to separate talk from action
Swift Ventures launches an index of public companies truly investing in AI, showing 37% annual growth and outperforming the Nasdaq and S&P.VentureBeat - Dec. 9 -
BP shifts offshore wind to joint venture amid retreat from renewables
Energy company’s deal with Japan’s Jera will allow it to focus on exploiting oil and gas assets. Business live – latest updates BP has agreed a deal worth up to £4.5bn to build offshore ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
BP moves offshore wind business into joint venture with Japan’s Jera
British major is pulling back from renewables to refocus on oil and gasFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Why Is Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) Among the Best Tech Stocks for Long Term Investment?
We recently compiled a list of the 10 Best Tech Stocks For Long Term Investment. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) stands against the other tech ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Why Is Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) Among the Best Tech Stocks for Long Term Investment?
We recently compiled a list of the 10 Best Tech Stocks For Long Term Investment. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) stands against the other tech ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Why Is Meta Platforms Inc. (META) Among the Best Tech Stocks for Long Term Investment?
We recently compiled a list of the 10 Best Tech Stocks For Long Term Investment. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) stands against the other ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Why Is Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) Among the Best Tech Stocks for Long Term Investment?
We recently compiled a list of the 10 Best Tech Stocks For Long Term Investment. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL) stands against the other tech ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Why Is Apple Inc. (AAPL) Among the Best Tech Stocks for Long Term Investment?
We recently compiled a list of the 10 Best Tech Stocks For Long Term Investment. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) stands against the other tech stocks. ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Chinese entrepreneur sued for fraud invests $30 million in Trump crypto venture
A $30 million investment in Donald Trump's new crypto venture made by a Chinese billionaire accused of fraud by the SEC is sparking concerns from government watchdogs.ABC News - Dec. 6 -
Trump says venture capitalist David Sacks will be AI and crypto 'czar'
David Sacks spoke at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee in July and hosted a fundraiser for Trump in San Francisco.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
Trump picks venture capitalist David Sacks as AI and crypto ‘czar’
Top donor with links to Musk to offer leadership on ‘two areas critical to the future of American competitiveness’. Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he was nominating podcaster and former ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Trump says venture capitalist David Sacks will be AI and crypto ‘czar’
Venture investor and podcaster David Sacks will join the Trump administration as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar,” President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on Thursday.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
Why This Founder Fired His Co-Founder. And His Board. And Most of His Team
Musicbuk founder DuMarkus Davis is determined to build a billion-dollar company — with a team aligned with his vision.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Why the Founder of Substack Hates the Phrase ‘Content Creator’
What if the media you consume isn’t just how you spend your time—but who you become?Inc. - Dec. 4 -
Why physical gold remains a smart investment, according to experts
Physical gold such as bars and coins offers advantages even as markets shift. Here's why.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Celsius Founder Alex Mashinsky Pleads Guilty to Fraud
The founder of crypto lender Celsius has admitted to lying to customers about how their money would be used and manipulating markets for his personal gain.Wired - Dec. 4 -
Sovereign investment dispute resolution is broken
(for everyone except the lawyers, naturally)Financial Times - Dec. 3 -
Smilegate invests in GTA leader Dan Houser’s Absurd Ventures
Smilegate has made a strategic investment in Absurd Ventures, a game studio founded by Rockstar Games cofounder Dan Houser.VentureBeat - Dec. 3
