News about our portfolio and insights from the vc world
What does it mean to become a VC-backed startup?
Choosing an investor doesn’t necessarily change your goal, but it is like standing at a crossroads with several possible paths to success. As a founder, you make a conscious decision which direction gives the company the highest chances of becoming successful.
What should you bring to the table as a portfolio manager in venture capital?
The responsibilities of a portfolio manager in venture capital are intellectually challenging, complex, intense… and yet fascinating, stimulating, and highly rewarding. In my view, it is an all-encompassing role that requires a broad mix of traits and skills. Here are the five most important:
Startup Insight: The new flavour of the metaverse
Our portfolio company PatchXR creates a music playground for the metaverse. The VR/XR expert Salar Shahna explains why PatchWorld brings a new native way to have Virtual Reality concerts and how the combination with real world instruments can open a whole new avenue.
Feeding the world – with mushroom roots
Esencia Foods leverages mycelium to create seafood alternatives. The startup has already developed its first prototypes.
7 questions you will likely hear in a startup interview
You are well prepared for your startup interview, but one question looms around your head: What are they going to ask me? Here are 7 of the most common questions and how to prepare for them.
How neuraVolt makes EV charging smarter
neuraVolt develops smart EV charging, using smart boxes installed in EV chargers and AI to establish an intelligent EV charging network. This allows existing and new EV charging providers to optimise their charging facilities.