News

Family offices are key venture-stage investors in defense-related technology as other LPs explore their options.

Venture capital opportunities in defense technology are proliferating but they pose challenges, says Mercer’s Garvan McCarthy.

The sovereign wealth fund committed to new funds managed by 8VC, DCVC, J2 Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Lowercarbon Capital, Menlo Ventures and TCG Crossover Management.

CVs are gaining momentum in the VC industry as more venture firms use them to extend ownership of prized assets and generate liquidity for LPs.

'One of the things we’ve changed over the past couple years is we’re getting exposure to earlier rounds,' said UNF CIO Brian Neale.

New legislation that sets clearer rules for the sector is helping drive increased investment and adoption by mainstream financial institutions.

The UK government-backed development bank was founded just 11 years ago and has grown to be the largest venture investor in domestic funds and companies.

A recent study from the investment manager argues that investors should aim to offload their underperforming, tail-end funds, even at a discount.

Investors are on pace to commit to 10% fewer venture funds this year, according to Venture Capital Journal research.

The $1.3bn multifamily office allocates 20-30% toward alternatives for most clients, says founder and ex-a16z partner Michael Paulus.