Elon Musk VC Backer Investigated for Sexual Misconduct $TSLA The venture capital firm, Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ), known for backing serial entrepreneur Elon Musk’s ventures, said it is investigating founding partner Steve Jurvetson for misconduct. The firm engaged a law firm this past Summer after hearing indirectly of serious sexual misconduct allegations about Mr. Jurvetson, said […]
Investors A Recession Away from Total Destruction $FB, $SQ, $MSFT, $ABX TheBig Q’s: Would you like to: Make a bit of money most of the time, with a small chance of losing a lot? Lose a bit of money most of the time, with a small chance of making a lot? The Big A: Most […]
VC Investors are Emerging from the GCC Arab Angel Fund founder Kyle Hendrick explores how Gulf investors can make the most of the United States’ tech start-up scene In cafes and conference rooms across the world’s leading and emerging technology capitals, it is not uncommon to hear the same conversation-starter. Members of the investment community […]
Tulla Group’s Kevin Maloney, Chasing Growth in Australia CapitalPitch, an funding platform in Australia that helps startups connect with VC (venture capital) money, has begun raising at least A$10-M for its own fund to co-invest in early-stage Australia ventures that raise money through its website. The new CapitalPitch Venture Fund is partnered with the high-net-worth […]
New Crowdfunding Rules Effective Now New rules crowdfunding rules effective Monday, 16 May allow Americans earning less than $100-K a year to invest in small businesses and startups. Investors can now risk $2,000 a year or more investing in small companies in exchange for a stake in the business. Companies can raise up to $1-M […]
