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eSports startup raises $20M with AI pitch trick
Lucra Sports, an eSports startup, recently secured a $20 million Series B funding round.

Africa Finance Corporation commits $100M to boost African tech startups
Africa Finance Corporation has committed $100 million to tech fund managers, targeting significant capital for African startups.

New Fund Targets Women Founders Amidst Funding Plateau
In 2024, female-only founding teams secured just 2.

Defense Tech VC Sees $1.2B Deal Amid Rapid Growth
German defense tech startup Helsing, a five-year-old company, is reportedly in talks for a $1.2 billion funding round.

6 Essential Legal Documents for Startup Funding and IP Protection
A startup's entire competitive advantage—its 'DNA'—can be copied or claimed if IP protection is delayed even months.

S2G Investments launches $1 billion fund for food and energy
S2G Investments, now operating as an independent firm, has closed a $1 billion growth-stage fund, with $300 million already deployed across ten companies aiming to fortify global food and energy syste

Top Startup Accelerators and Incubators Offering Big Investments
Around 87% of startups in an incubator program remain in business after five years, according to HubSpot .

Kalshi raises $1B in Series F funding led by Coatue
In just six months, Kalshi's valuation doubled to $22 billion, fueled by a $1 billion Series F round and an 800% surge in institutional trading volume, according to Bloomberg .

What Are Venture Capital Fund Structures and Partner Roles?
At many venture capital funds, General Partners (GPs) with ultimate authority on multi-million dollar investments often perform a final 'gut check' instead of detailed due diligence, according to merg

2026 Startup Innovation Programs and Competitions
By April 6th, 2026, startups aiming for a major innovation program must have their first business proposal draft uploaded, marking the early start of a months-long application journey.

Startup Legal Structures: Making the Right Choice for 2026
A startup saving $500 on initial legal fees with an LLC could easily face $10,000+ in conversion costs and lost opportunities when seeking venture capital.

Griffin Gaming Partners launches $100 million fund for indie games
Griffin Gaming Partners has already committed capital to fifteen indie game titles through its new $100 million Special Opportunities Fund, which offers revenue-sharing instead of traditional equity.