Your Window Into the Innovation Economy

The world is experiencing a “Perfect Storm” crisis: a pandemic, likely worldwide recession, and an extreme level of both personal and societal fear — all reinforced in a vicious spiral. Add to this the 2020 speed of information (and disinformation) sharing that amplifies and accelerates the sense of panic.

Our “Science Strikes Back” series introduces some of the most exciting, forward-leaning venture investment sectors in deep tech.

It’s not surprising that deep tech, at the forefront of innovation, is seeing innovation in its own ecosystem. Following are just a few of the changes the deep tech sector is undergoing.

Deep Tech Fund 2 will build a diversified portfolio of ~20-30 deep tech companies tackling the toughest and potentially most lucrative tech challenges.

A reminder that our Emerging Markets Fund closes to new investors at the end of June, or as soon as we reach 250 investors. The fund offers a portfolio of ~20-30 diverse deals from outside of major U.S. VC hubs — both in the U.S. and abroad.

CNBC’s annual Disruptor 50 highlights the leading private companies with business models and growth rates that are aligned with the rapid pace of technological change.

Of all the financial acronyms spinning around these days, SPACs are getting some of the most buzz. Standing for Special-Purpose Acquisition Company, a SPAC is a vehicle to take a company public.

Venture capital can be an appropriate addition to an accredited investor’s portfolio, in part due to the potential of VC to deliver higher returns than other investment opportunities.

Unlike traditional employee bases, the extended workforce combines the work of independent contractors, outsourcing partners, vendors, strategic partners, freelancers, etc.

The fitness industry is booming, and many people opt for personal coaching to help keep them on track, gain expert advice, and hold themselves accountable. However, it can be challenging to find a quality local coach, sessions can be expensive, and schedules difficult to coordinate.

Consumers across the globe spend 7.5 hours engaging with media every day, according to Statista. With an abundance of real-time media platforms in a crowded market filled with sometimes biased, tedious, and inaccurate reporting, it can often be challenging to find credible sources that deliver compelling content.