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Funding in Africa doubles in 2019 as momentum soarsThe region saw $1.4bn invested overall last year, thanks to a perfect storm of more global VCs coming in, maturing of local markets and even CVCs.
ESG is taking root in venture capitalVC often trails other asset classes in its adoption of ESG practices, but there are signs that is beginning to change.
500 Startups makes ESG top of mind going forwardFounder Christine Tsai says more LPs ask about ESG and the issue could have the potential to make or break a commitment in the future.
Fintech saw a drop in deals and funding in Q1 but not for everyoneWhile fintech saw the lowest funding total in three years, many investors focused on the sector saw strong dealflow and accelerated trends.
Emerging markets enter 2020 with a head of investing steamNearly $8bn was invested in 2019, a record year for deals in emerging markets, as Latin America and South-East Asia saw the most fundraising activity.
Siren rallies $11.8mSiren, a medical device company, has raised $11.8 million in funding.
LatAm's next challenge: surviving covid-19 and the market downturnVenture funding in Latin America doubled in 2019 for the fourth straight year, showing its resiliency in the wake of political disruption in the region. Now, it hopes this spirit will push it through the current coronavirus downturn.
Blockchain-focused firm re-launches as Race CapitalThe firm, which launched a $50m fund a year ago, has also added BEA Systems co-founder Alfred Chuang as a general partner.
500 Startups amasses over $66.4m for fifth fundSan Francisco-based venture firm 500 Startups has raised over $66.4 million for its fifth fund, according to an SEC filing.
- VC-backed InnerSpace promotes Goodall to president and COO
Toronto-based InnerSpace, an indoor location intelligence platform, has promoted Cerys Goodall to president and chief operating officer.