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Wavecrest co-founder says hybrid fundraising model here to stay

Wavecrest Growth Partners raised their second fund entirely through Zoom and believes a mix of virtual and in-person meetings will dominate fundraising.

Investors see new market potential with infrastructure bill

Fifth Wall, Energy Capital Ventures and AllegisCyber Capital say the bill opens new opportunities for start-ups.

VC-backed start-ups hindered by immigration obstacles

Immigrants have co-founded some of the most successful start-ups in the US, but the VC community says outdated government policies are holding back foreign-born entrepreneurs.

Capstar betting on e-commerce

The early-stage investor believes digital-native consumer brands will make big headway post-pandemic.

Uncork names McLoughlin a managing partner

The venture firm has promoted Andy McLoughlin while also adding two new investing partners.

Early entrance of late-stage investors here to stay

Late-stage investors want to secure their seats at high growth companies earlier, according to Elisabeth Lind of Cambridge Associates.

Start-up visa bill introduced in the House

The NVCA said the bill, authored by California Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren, is a win for the economy.

Mercury Fund takes on SDGs as part of its investment thesis

More companies are aligning their mission with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, says co-founder Blair Garrou.

Why H Venture Partners is doubling down on the consumer sector

The firm, which closed its debut fund in July on $10m, will seek out innovative companies and expand investment to undercapitalized founder groups.

Andreessen Horowitz taps new GP for crypto fund

Arianna Simpson, who joined the firm last year, has been investing in crypto companies since 2015.