Browsing: venture capital

Mitch Gainer has been appointed director at NextEra Energy Investments, where he will spearhead investments in climate tech startups.

February saw a surge in significant venture capital investments, with AI, defense technology, and cybersecurity startups securing the largest funding rounds.

A summary of the most noteworthy news from the startup world, including acquisitions, funding rounds, and developments from major tech companies.

A comprehensive study of 50 million American companies reveals that access to funding – and who gets it – is a key factor in business success. But could a current slowdown in business growth actually be a sign of a future boom, perhaps driven by AI?

Dimension, a venture firm specializing in the intersection of life science and technology, has announced a $500 million fund, Dimension II, building on its initial $350 million fund.

A look at the significant funding rounds secured by Houston-based startups in the final months of 2024, highlighting investment trends and the innovative work being done across various sectors.

A roundup of the top 10 venture funding deals exceeding $100 million in the U.S. showcasing strong investment in space technology, biotechnology, and cybersecurity.

Venture capital investment in Black-founded U.S. startups has seen a dramatic decline in the first half of 2024, raising concerns about the disparity in funding.

Nuclear technology company X-Energy has successfully raised $700 million in a Series C-1 financing round, backed by Amazon’s Climate Pledge Fund and other investors, to accelerate the development and deployment of its small modular nuclear reactor technology.

A look at recent investments and developments in the artificial intelligence startup space, including funding rounds for robotics and biotech companies, as well as new initiatives in open-source AI and venture capital.