Startup M&A Trends to Watch in 2027
Startup M&A volume in 2026 reached $89B in the US, according to PitchBook—down from $112B in 2025 but still the second-highest year on record. The……
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Syndicate vs Direct Investments
AngelList syndicates fundamentally changed who gets access to startup deals. But the decision between investing through a syndicate versus writing……
The Rise of AI-Powered Deal Sourcing in
Here’s what you need to know: Venture capital has historically been a relationship-driven business. But a new generation…
Inside the Top 10 Deal Sourcing
Here’s what you need to know: From warm intros to AI-powered scouting, here is how the best venture firms find their next unicorn. Here’s what’s next…
Non-Dilutive Capital for Startups
India offers one of the most comprehensive government funding ecosystems for startups in the developing world — yet the majority of founders don’t… —…
Tier 2 and 3 City Startups
India’s next unicorns won’t all come from Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi. A quiet revolution is underway in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities — Jaipur, Indore,……
Top VCs in India: 15+ Firms You Need to Know
A definitive guide to India’s top venture capital firms: Peak XV, Accel, Elevation, Blume, Chiratae, and 10+ more. Portfolio highlights, typical…
Revenue-Based Financing vs Equity
The venture capital model works beautifully for a small percentage of startups — high-growth, winner-take-all businesses in large markets. For…
Top 15 Reasons VCs Say No (With
The top 15 reasons VCs reject startups—with real examples and data. What founders hear vs. what VCs mean, and how to address each. — data shows reveal…
Weekly Digest: March 24–31, 2026
Weekly digest of the best stories published this week across our network.
Startup Valuation Methods
Six startup valuation methods every founder should know: DCF, comparable analysis, Berkus, scorecard, VC method, and revenue multiples. When to use… —…
Startup Share Secondary Market India
The secondary market for startup equity is growing fast in India. Here’s how it works, which platforms to use, the regulatory framework, and the risks…