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Mailbag: Why Bitcoin Is Still Crushing Altcoins and Startup Deal Flow Is Better Than Ever
By Early Investing on November 3, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team explains why altcoins are underperforming and how today’s startup deal flow is better than ever.
Four States Gobble Up 80% of Venture Capital Dollars
By Vin Narayanan on October 28, 2019
Just four states receive 80% of all venture capital money. And 40% of all VC money raised goes to Facebook and Google ads. This is a stark reminder of just how broken the VC system is.
Why Big Budgets Can Lead to Low Returns
By Andy Gordon on October 16, 2019
The most successful IPOs over the past decade all have one thing in common. And it’s not revenue growth.
Top Blogs for Startup Investors
By Adam Sharp on October 15, 2019
To learn more about startup investing from some of the top venture capitalists in the world, check out Adam’s recommended reading.
Silicon Valley Is Just as Responsible for IPO Dysfunction as Wall Street
By Andy Gordon on October 9, 2019
The IPO process is broken. And Silicon Valley isn’t owning up to its role in that dysfunction.
San Francisco Startups Inhale Almost Half of California Venture Capital Funding
By Allison Brickell on September 30, 2019
San Francisco is known for being a hub for startups and venture capital. Here’s just how much its funding dominates the rest of California.
Mailbag: Learn From Venture Capital Investors’ Mistakes
By Early Investing on September 29, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team tackles startup investing tips and lessons learned from the WeWork IPO debacle.
Why We’re Looking for More Series A Startup Investments
By Andy Gordon on September 16, 2019
The First Stage Investor team is on the lookout for more Series A companies to recommend. And we’re also keeping an eye on escalating valuations.
Mailbag: Silicon Valley Isn’t the Only Place to Find Startup Investments
By Early Investing on September 15, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team talks Silicon Valley investments and equity crowdfunding portals.
How Many Startup Investments Are Enough?
By Adam Sharp on September 3, 2019
Peter Thiel is one of the best startup investors of all time. But he’s wrong about one important aspect of startup investing.
How to Get Into a Top-Notch Investment Syndicate
By Adam Sharp on August 20, 2019
Here’s what angel investors need to know about Jason’s Syndicate.
Hemster Raises $4 Million From Major Venture Capital Firms
By Adam Sharp on August 15, 2019
Hemster, a startup we recommended less than a year ago, has raised a new $4 million round from top venture capital firms.
Three Risks Every Successful Startup Must Take
By Andy Gordon on July 24, 2019
To find successful startup investments, you need to seek out companies taking thoughtful risks. Here are the three biggest risks startups have to take if they want to make it big.
Venture Capital-Backed IPOs on Track to Raise Record Amount
By Allison Brickell on June 24, 2019
2019 is set to be a record year for venture capital-backed IPO raises.
Equity Crowdfunding Improving as It Turns 3
By Andy Gordon on May 29, 2019
Investors are the big winners as more - and better - entrepreneurs turn to equity crowdfunding to raise money for their startups.
The Institutional Crypto Investing Tide Is Rising
By Andy Gordon on May 22, 2019
Venture capital firms are on track to invest a record amount into cryptocurrency and blockchain companies this year. And their interest will only get bigger.