Best of LinkedIn: Venture Capital CW 31/ 32

Show notes

We curate most relevant posts about Venture Capital on LinkedIn and regularly share key takeaways.

This edition offers a comprehensive overview of the venture capital landscape, examining its current trends, inherent challenges, and evolving strategies. Several authors discuss the nuances of corporate venture capital, highlighting both its limitations, such as startups avoiding corporate investors, and its potential as a strategic force for innovation, especially in AI and deep tech. The sources also explore the dynamics between founders and investors, advocating for greater alignment, transparent practices, and a shift away from overly complex financial structures like preferred shares. Furthermore, the podcast touches upon the broader economic implications of venture capital, including concerns about overvaluation leading to company collapses and the potential risks for retirement savings. Finally, the collection features insights into fundraising realities, the importance of capital efficiency, and the diverse approaches to building and managing successful venture capital funds in various global contexts, emphasizing that venture capital is not merely about money but a complex, strategic game.

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