... share of corporate venture capital grew—corporate funds remained more stable and continued financing deals, even as some hedge funds and later-stage investors exited the market. In the U.S., corporate investors participated in approximately 56% of venture deals (according to NVCA), and 40% in Europe. Their presence is particularly noticeable in sectors like AI, biotech, and fintech—where large companies are keen on strategic startups. Government and Semi-Government Funds. Sovereign funds from wealthy ...

... Apple became one of the largest and most valuable companies in the world. Google In 1999, Sequoia Capital invested $12.5 million in Google at the Series A stage when the company was not yet widely known. This investment became one of the most successful deals in venture capital, as Google (now Alphabet) became the largest search engine and technology company in the world. WhatsApp Sequoia Capital invested $60 million in WhatsApp, making it one of the largest venture capital investments in the company's history....

... liquidity in a single deal. It is advisable to limit each position to a small portion of the portfolio (for example, 5-10%) to avoid excessive concentration of risk in one project. Utilizing syndication and co-investing. If possible, participate in deals alongside large venture funds or well-known investors. Joint participation reduces the burden on any one participant and provides access to the experience of more seasoned colleagues. Moreover, larger investors often achieve better deal terms. Investing via pre-IPO funds....

... $5 to $20 million. Late Stages: can reach $50 million and more, depending on the company's potential. The fund also participates in larger investments if it involves strategically important projects or rapidly growing markets. Examples of Successful Deals by Accel Facebook Accel was one of the first venture funds to invest in Facebook, pouring in $12.7 million in the Series A round in 2005. This investment yielded significant dividends for the fund as Facebook became the largest social network in the world. Spotify The fund supported Spotify in its ...

... the company goes public. However, the returns are often lower than those from early-stage venture capital investments. Limited Access: Access to pre-IPO offerings is often restricted to institutional investors or high-net-worth individuals, as these deals require substantial investments. What is Venture Capital? Venture capital involves investing in startups and young companies that are just beginning to develop and may offer innovative technology or unique services. These companies seek capital for growth and expansion, and venture capitalists ...