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Canadian venture fund targets seed-stage start-ups led by women entrepreneurs, and is backed by BDC Capital, among others.
Technology comes into play as many firms employ videoconferencing and other communication tools to connect with LPs and portfolio companies.
The firm, which launched in 2014, is also eyeing an opportunity fund.
The early-stage tech and healthcare investor is seeking $150m for its fifth vehicle.
The NVCA, which lobbied to defeat similar proposals in California and other states, sent a letter to Maryland lawmakers condemning the bill.
Europe’s venture and startup ecosystem has made tremendous strides in the past decade, and a record amount of investment has produced a bevy of billion-dollar companies. When will institutional investors buy in?
Equal Ventures
The debut vehicle surpassed its target of $40m and will invest in seed companies in insurance, childcare and elder services.
Jay-Z, Shawn Carter, rapper, mogul
Rap mogul Jay-Z and two partners appear to have held a final close on $85 million for their first venture fund, Marcy Venture Partners Fund.
The San Mateo firm has closed on $450 million and is looking to bolster its investment team.
The firm raised $820m for Atomico V, its largest vehicle yet, from new and existing investors.
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