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Just shared a post about why market research is a well-spent activity for ventures with solutions based on disruptive technologies (link in comments). ⤵ If you are a researcher and entrepreneur running your own research-based venture and want to read about five compelling reasons to spend more time on market research, this post is for you. And of course, if you know someone that your think might find it insightful, please don't hesitate to share it with them.

Outsized valuations are there for AI - but its harsh reality time for all else. Many VC's have little dry powder, and those that do are raising the bar for startups’ business fundamentals. Investors want to see: - evidence of stronger customer traction, - organic revenue growth, especially for B2C. Even then, might not happen for you. So what do you do? Here are two solutions: 1. Capital Formation Coaching: For those with enough to fight for, want to be on their own, but need help and want to explore other areas of capital formation beyond what they have tried. We can help. Stony Hill Advisors, Inc. 2. Acquisition via Soft-LBO: For those wise enough to jump off the hamster wheel and try a different direction, having a team of pros with experience and a deep network, leveraging access to other tech and resources, all with the ability to become part of multiple public companies. A path to an exit of a different kind, through Small Business Development Group, Inc. (Stock Symbol: SBDG), the holding company and parent of Stony Hill Advisors.

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Interesting to see the resurgence of larger rounds - and not just in AI - and all being driven by the CVCs in the syndicate. Cour Pharmaceuticals, which targets the immune system, raised a $105 million Series A round including Roche Venture Fund, Pfizer, Bristol Myers Squibb, Angelini Ventures, and the JDRF T1D Fund; Seoul-based AI chipmaker Rebellions raised a $124 million Series B led by local data centre company KT; Figure AI, building a humanoid robot, is in the market to raise $500 million co-led by Microsoft and OpenAI, according to Bloomberg; Inari Agriculture, a seed designer, raised a $103 million round from Hanwha Impact among others; and Kore.ai, which provides conversational AI products, raised a $150 million round from Nvidia. By contrast, CB Insights notes VC investors are shifting their portfolios toward early-stage companies, which hit a recent high of 65% in the US in 2023. In Silicon Valley, that level was up to 74%, or roughly 3 in 4 deals. To search where and why corporates are enabling the next generation of winners to scale up, check out GCV's deal analysis https://lnkd.in/e-Nphhin But to meet the CVCs and help form the next syndicates join March's GCVI Summit in Monterey, California

🚀 $100M Anthology Fund 60-Day Update 🚀 In just two months, the $100M Anthology Fund—backed by Menlo Ventures and Anthropic—has received thousands of applications from founders across the globe, showcasing some of the most exciting AI innovations yet. Our application data provides a unique glimpse into the emerging landscape of AI-powered companies. With Claude’s help, we've distilled thousands of ideas into insights that reveal where the next generation of founders are focused and where AI might take us. From AI-powered diagnostics to quantum computing, we’re seeing groundbreaking solutions across a wide range of sectors like healthcare, education, and fintech. 80% of applicants come from deep technical backgrounds, and many are already showing early traction. For more insights into the trends shaping the future of AI and what these innovators are building, check out our latest analysis: https://lnkd.in/g6vx2MbX. We are just getting started!  So if you are a founder passionate about AI, we want to know you. 👉 You can apply to the Anthology Fund here: https://lnkd.in/gviJutw9 Via Tim Tully, Deedy Das, with help from Claude

This is the kind of stuff that comes out of AltaML and why I am so excited to be on this journey. Ventures like AlphaLayer that are built alongside and with the expertise and experience we have within AltaML are hitting the market solving meaningful challenges - this one addressing how institutional investors deliver better risk-adjusted returns. #ai #ml #altaml.

In my experience, the best VCs are the superconnectors. Their network is ever expanding and they take pride in striving to connect and support others. One way to achieve superconnector status is through deal flow sharing. Deal flow sharing is super important whether you're trying to break into the industry or an established veteran. Sooo: I built a basic RAG app that stores an investor database complete with name, description, sector focus, stage focus, check size, and region for all of the firms in my network. Then, I made an easy interface that: 1. Takes in a pitch deck PDF 2. Extracts its contents 3. Analyzes using the RAG chatbot to find the best investor matches in my network for that particular startup Because their are plenty of startups I see that aren't a fit for my investment thesis, but could be excellent for others. And who doesn't want more VCs to work collaboratively, right? Look out for next week's edition of AI for VC 👀

💻 Check out our latest blog post on h2Understanding the PitchBook VC Dealmaking Indicator/h2 📈📉. When it comes to venture capital, having insights into dealmaking can be a game-changer for investors and startups. The PitchBook VC Dealmaking Indicator uses deal-level data to gauge the startup and investor friendliness of the capital raising environment. 🔬 Key Takeaways from the Indicator: - It considers factors like deal count, value, and fundraising activities to gauge the VC ecosystem's health. - Analysis of dealmaking trends helps in making informed decisions about funding and investments. - It helps in spotting market sentiment shifts and predicting future fundraising patterns. 👩🏽💻 NextRound.ai: A Tool for Founders Looking to Fundraise 📍 For founders stepping into the fundraising world, NextRound.ai is your go-to resource. This platform offers data-driven insights and guidance to optimize startup fundraising. Using AI and machine learning, NextRound.ai supports founders in finding potential investors, crafting pitch decks, and increasing funding prospects. 💰 Discover how NextRound.ai can aid your fundraising journey by visiting our blog post below! ✅🌤️ #VentureCapital #StartupJourney #TechInvestments

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🧠 Can machine learning increase Venture Capital success rates? Let's find out... 👇 Is there a world where VCs could predict startup success with 52% accuracy? – looks like it might not be science fiction. Now, let's take that with a pinch of salt, as what is the definition of success? The definition chosen can completely change how that number is viewed. But, what an interesting read! 👏 If you found this interesting, why not join our newsletter, read by 1,300+ founders and CEOs each week! 👉 https://shorturl.at/SYUYc ------- #VentureCapital #MachineLearning #StartupInvesting #AIinFinance #DataDrivenDecisions Credit: Thomas Hengstberger, Imperial College London, Department of Mathematics.