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Profiles of innovative startups and the latest in venture capital and funding.

Robotic arms and advanced machinery in a modern factory, symbolizing industrial productivity and decarbonization efforts funded by Kompas VC.

Kompas VC raises €160M for industrial productivity and decarbonization startups

At a time when many venture capital firms are scaling back, Kompas VC has defied the trend by closing its second fund at €160 million.

Diego Navarro· Apr 30· 5 min read

Story Group's 5 Essential Steps for Building a C-Suite Crisis Communication Plan

Arjun Mehta · May 14

Why the 2026 Fractional CFO Trend Makes Strategic Business Advisors an Essential Partner

Arjun Mehta · May 13

India Government Launches ₹10,000 Crore Fund of Funds 2.0

Diego Navarro · Apr 25

Record AI Venture Capital Funding Concentrates Among Few Top Startups

Diego Navarro · Apr 4

A futuristic robotic arm, representing Wearable Robotics' rehabilitation technology, gently supports a patient's limb in a modern clinic, symbolizing the recent €5 million Series A funding round and advancements in medical robotics.

Italian Startup Wearable Robotics Secures €5M Series A Funding

Italian startup Wearable Robotics has secured a significant €5 million Series A funding round, signaling strong investor confidence in its advanced rehabilitation technology.

Diego Navarro· Apr 4· 6 min

A symbolic image showing a digital bridge connecting Japanese corporate buildings with a bustling African startup ecosystem, representing a $147M investment.

Japanese Giants Back Novastar Ventures' $147M Fund for African Startups

Novastar Ventures has secured $147 million for its third Africa-focused fund, backed by major Japanese corporations including Mitsubishi and Toyota Ventures. This significant investment will fuel impact-driven and climate-focused startups across the continent.

Diego Navarro· Mar 31· 6 min