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25 out of 30 of the world’s top acquiring companies are from the US (the top 10 are all US-based). In the next 10 years we need to get a number of European companies to the point where they are the acquirers of choice for the best tech startups globally. Jonathan Roberts Oliver Holle Lisa Sorg Niklas Zennström Thorsten Claus Nina Fichtl Steffen Wagner With 22 successful exits from our portfolio so far we have seen both European and US buyers .. we'd love to see some more strong EU based buyers. What buyer countries do you typically see, my fellow investors?

"Happily stay at home" more than "keep at home". We have so many great startups in the EU. For our continent to thrive we need to be able to properly finance later stage venture and IPO on shore. For the avoidance of any doubt or populist temptations: restrictions, government approvals etc. which make it difficult to sell/finance EU startups elsewhere are very counter productive. EU financial markets need to be made so powerful that no startup wants or has to seek non-EU funding or IPO. As a German national and global investor I fully support this initiative. EU has a lot of catching up to do vs. US and China. It is time for bold moves!

#SAstartups make sure you tune in to this info session 👇🏻if you are considering expansion to the UK and US. Department for Industry, Innovation and Science

I am delighted to have contributed to this article on Wamda ومضة on corporate venturing alongside my esteemed colleagues at C3 - Companies Creating Change Corporate venturing gives organisations a viable way to simultaneously address business challenges and meet pressing impact objectives. Please reach out if you’d like to discuss and find out more!

Proud moment for Dentons Canada! Our Venture Technology and Emerging Growth Companies Group clinches the top spot in VC financings according to 2023 PitchBook data. Grateful to be recognized as Canada's premier legal advisor for tech companies. From startup to exit, Dentons Canada is here to support your growth journey. Explore our comprehensive services for startups, founders, investors, and tech companies. #VCLeadership #TechLaw #DentonsCanada

As we approach the end of 2024, the rebound in European startup valuations offers much-needed hope for founders. From pre-seed to late-stage funding, median valuations are pacing above 2023 levels. But fewer deals and longer times to maturity tell a deeper story: the ecosystem is favoring quality over quantity. This is the time to focus on building sustainable growth. Valuation is not a reward for progress you have achieved—it’s the story you tell about your business's potential, which increasingly relies on resilience and building sustainable advantages. Check out the full European VC Valuations Report for Q3 2024 at the link below.

📆 The future of European competitiveness 📆 We're bringing together leading investors, LPs, policymakers and ecosystem builders to explore how to accelerate entrepreneurship and innovation in Europe, and the role of the European institutions in the task. Join us on 30th Oct in Warsaw. In partnership with EU-Startups, Dealflow.eu, ESNA - Europe Startup Nations Alliance, and Polski Fundusz Rozwoju S.A. (PFR), we'll also be sharing a first report of it's kind measuring the impact of EU-backing (e.g. grant funding) for startups. We've measured the scale of the ones that got away - formerly European startups that moved overseas. The direction of travel of transatlantic acquisitions. The level of US ownership on European cap tables. And the concentration of European tech - half of European tech value comes from just six countries, how can the rest of the continent's potential be unlocked? Join us in Oct to discuss and find out 🌶️ Grab your seat: https://lnkd.in/egUmEmDp Aoife Morrin | Matthieu Demolin | Yoram Wijngaarde | Maria Gabriela de Orleans e Bragança | Thomas Ohr | Luisa González | Arthur Jordão | Carlos Seguí | Thijs Povel | Maciej Polak | Eliza Kruczkowska | Paweł Huras, PhD | Kinga Kamińska, PhD

The size of a global leader with the responsive DNA of a startup! Fueled organically and through acquiring like-minded companies, GCG has grown significantly in size and offering. The one thing that remains the same is our commitment to combining responsiveness and flexibility to our customers. GCG is built to be nimble and responsive to your needs. And we know what matters to you! 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰: GCG was built from a customer-first approach and continues to deliver a service-first attitude with a strong commitment to our customers 𝗡𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲: we remain nimble by empowering teams to stay agile and make quick decisions that adapt to changing market conditions 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲: we prioritize your needs and provide timely solutions to ensure you get what you need when you need it 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱-𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: we support you and your business needs to help you prepare for what lies ahead Get to know GCG 👉 https://hubs.la/Q02VZJcM0

🌍 Thinking about taking your business global? 🗝 Here are 4 key insights from industry leaders to guide you through the process: 1️⃣ Start with achieving product-market fit - Dominic Ong, CFO, Endowus 2️⃣ Identify the right market and partner - Rensyn Hooi, GM, Acme Technology 3️⃣ Understand foreign exchange and your capital flow - Raphael Alloche, VP FP&A, Carro 4️⃣ Leverage global companies with local networks, like Airwallex - Markus Bruderer, Partner, Antler 💡 Calling all Singapore startups: We have a SG$10k business grant up for grabs! Simply tell us how these funds can elevate your business or support international expansion. Entries close 8 Sept 2024. Ready to soar into new markets? 🔗 Apply here now 👉 https://bit.ly/4d9QLGJ

The US remains a top priority for international expansion for Welsh companies, both for raising investment and market expansion, so it was an amazing opportunity to attend the Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati x Tramshed Tech dinner for founders on Tuesday night. Daniel Glazer, Managing Partner of Wilson Sonsini’s London-based expansion practice, hosted a brilliant and candid discussion about scaling in the US, sharing invaluable pieces of advice. (Wilson Sonsini has represented more tech companies in venture financing, M&A transactions, and IPOs than any other law firm globally—including taking Apple, Google, LinkedIn, Twitter, and many others public) Some takeaways from the evening; 1. To succeed in the US market, a physical presence and willingness to work within US cultural norms is essential. 2. Enter the US either early (before scaling in the UK) or late (after achieving PMF in the UK and look to Americanise). Midway can be challenging and PMF won't be acheived in either. 3. When deciding where to land in the US, think if you need to be based close to your customers and potential investors. (For early-stage funding, basing yourself near to investors is key) 4. Ask what success looks like from your US VCs to avoid mismatched expectations on exits later down the line. 5. Go ask and be competitive. If you're thinking about a state to land, go ask and be bold and assertive about the value you'll bring. Grateful to be a part of such interesting conversations 🙏