For decades, private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) have operated behind closed doors, accessible only to elite investors and filled with paperwork, long lock-up periods, and high barriers to entry. Blockchain technology and tools like tokenization, smart contracts, and … Continue reading
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As private markets continue to draw interest from accredited investors, family offices, and institutional players, a key question emerges: should you invest directly in startups or allocate your capital through venture capital (VC) or private equity (PE) funds? Whether you’re … Continue reading
Private equity investing can offer opportunities, but it also comes with complex deal structures and nuanced terms that require careful evaluation. Unlike public markets, where terms are standardized, private equity deals are highly customizable, making it important for investors to … Continue reading
Behind every startup that has raised funding lies a fundamental financial structure known as the capitalization table, or cap table. Cap tables serve as a tool for understanding a company’s ownership structure, equity distribution, and valuation. In this blog, we’ll … Continue reading
When evaluating startup opportunities in the private market, it’s easy to focus solely on product innovation or founder charisma. However, a company’s use of financial instruments can influence growth, risk exposure, and exit outcomes. Among the most common are common … Continue reading
Finance is all around us, exchanging currency for food, clothes, experiences, and services. And as technology becomes more prevalent and advanced, financial technology (fintech) is now helping to revolutionize how businesses and consumers interact with money. From digital payments to … Continue reading
As the startup environment evolves in 2025, startups are increasingly looking beyond traditional equity to help fuel growth. Venture debt has emerged as an option, offering access to capital, and may come with the potential for less diluted ownership. With … Continue reading
Everything Investors Should Know About Liquidation Preference In the world of startup financing, one term that can stand out is “liquidation preference.” This aspect of venture capital can influence how the proceeds from a company’s sale, merger, or liquidation are … Continue reading
The artificial intelligence (AI) industry has undergone rapid transformation in the past few years and especially so in the past 12 months. The growth of the nascent industry has been intriguing, with many watching the “Great AI Race” as established … Continue reading
Private markets have become an increasingly significant component of institutional portfolios. They are not just sources of capital but can also be catalysts for long-term value creation, governance, and market maturity. What exactly are institutional investors looking for when they … Continue reading
