Kevin Hartz’s A* just closed its third fund with $450M

A* Capital, the rapidly ascending early-stage venture firm co-founded by seasoned entrepreneur Kevin Hartz and veteran investor Bennett Siegel, announced on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the successful close of its…

Kompas VC Secures €160 Million for New Fund to Navigate Global Fragmentation and Invest in Industrial Deep Tech

In an increasingly complex global landscape, marked by profound cultural differences, escalating political divisions, and intricate geopolitical disputes, the challenge for venture capitalists seeking high-growth startups capable of delivering venture-scale…

Akunna Cook’s Next Narrative Africa Fund Proves Global Demand for African Storytelling Outstrips Supply

The global entertainment industry has long underestimated the immense market potential of African storytelling, a perception that Akunna Cook’s Next Narrative Africa Fund (NNAF) has been actively challenging over the…

Zero Shot Fund, Led by OpenAI Alumni, Secures Initial Close on $100 Million to Catalyze Next-Gen AI Innovation

A new venture capital fund, Zero Shot, deeply entwined with the formative years of OpenAI, has officially announced the first close on its ambitious $100 million goal. This significant milestone…

Founders Fund Champions Agritech Innovation with $220 Million Investment in Halter’s Virtual Fencing Revolution

The venture capital firm Founders Fund, renowned for its "zero to one" investment philosophy that backs companies creating entirely new markets rather than merely improving existing ones—a strategy that has…

BKR Capital’s Fund II Secures Initial $20 Million CAD Towards $50 Million Target, Championing Black-Led Tech Innovation

BRK Capital, a prominent Canadian venture capital firm, announced on Monday, March 24, 2026, the successful first close of its second fund, Fund II, raising $20 million CAD, approximately $14.5…

Jeff Bezos Seeks $100 Billion Fund to Drive Industrial Modernization Through AI-Powered Acquisitions

Seattle, WA – Jeff Bezos, the visionary founder of Amazon, is reportedly embarking on an ambitious new venture, seeking to raise a colossal $100 billion for a fund dedicated to…