Venture Capital
140 stories covering venture capital — fund closes, LP allocations, regulatory filings, deal flow, and fundraising signals from PipelineRoad's editorial team.
Top 10 Funding Rounds of the Week for U.S. Startups
Crunchbase News reports on the week's largest funding rounds, with Saronic leading at $1.75 billion for autonomous vessels.
Top 10 US Startup Funding Rounds This Week in Defense and Tech
Crunchbase News reports the week's largest funding rounds for US startups, led by a $1.75 billion Series D for defense tech firm Saronic.
Overmatch Ventures Raises $250M for Oversubscribed Fund II
Overmatch Ventures, a deep tech and defense investor, has closed its $250 million Fund II, which was oversubscribed, according to Venture Capital Journal.
VC Firm Fined $216 Million for Business with Sanctioned Russian Oligarch
A venture capital firm faces a $216 million fine from the US government for alleged dealings with a sanctioned Russian oligarch, as detailed in a Venture Capital Journal article.
VC Firm Fined $216M for Alleged Sanctions Breach
A VC firm was fined $216 million by the US government for allegedly doing business with a sanctioned Russian oligarch, as detailed in a Venture Capital Journal article.
Family Offices Address Concerns Over Zombie Funds
Stonehage Fleming and GreenBear Group advocate for rapid wind-up of aging venture capital funds to mitigate valuation disputes.
Family Offices Push for Quick Wind-Up of Zombie Funds
Stonehage Fleming and GreenBear Group seek rapid closure of aging funds to address valuation concerns, as reported by Venture Capital Journal.
Family Offices Seek Quick Winding Up of Zombie Funds
Stonehage Fleming and GreenBear Group aim to wind up aging funds rapidly to address valuation concerns, as reported by Venture Capital Journal.
Type One Ventures Opens Office in Japan for Space Tech Expansion
US VC firm Type One Ventures is establishing a new office in Japan to build ties with local companies amid a $6.7 billion space fund commitment.
Type One Ventures Opens Office in Japan for Space Tech Opportunities
US VC firm Type One Ventures is expanding to Japan to build relationships with corporates benefiting from a $6.7 billion space fund commitment.
Whoop Secures $575 Million Series G Funding at $10.1 Billion Valuation
Whoop, a wearable fitness tech company, raised $575 million in Series G funding led by Collaborative Fund, reaching a $10.1 billion valuation, according to Crunchbase News.
Whoop Secures $575M Series G Funding at $10.1B Valuation
Wearable fitness company Whoop raised $575 million in Series G funding, led by Collaborative Fund, with participation from institutional investors and celebrities.
Augurey Ventures I - Series Anduril C Files SEC Form Under Section 3(c)(1)
Augurey Ventures I - Series Anduril C submitted a SEC filing on March 31, 2026, claiming exemption under Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act.
Largest Recent Seed Rounds Focus on AI Companies
Recent data shows most top seed funding rounds in the past six months went to AI companies, with at least 12 exceeding $100 million.
Largest Seed Rounds in Past Six Months Go to AI Companies
Crunchbase data shows most top seed funding recipients are AI firms focusing on physical world applications, with rounds exceeding $100 million.
Largest Seed Rounds in Past Six Months for AI Companies
Crunchbase data shows at least 12 companies raised $100 million or more in seed rounds globally, mostly in AI sectors.
Investors Back Kailera with $1 Billion Amid IPO Hopes
Atlas Venture, Bain Capital, and others have invested $1 billion in Kailera, a company producing weight-loss injectables, as it eyes an IPO in a challenging market.
Investors Back Kailera with $1bn for Weight-Loss Injectables Ahead of IPO
Atlas Venture, Bain Capital, and other investors have committed $1bn to Kailera, a company producing weight-loss injectables, as it prepares for an IPO in a challenging market.
Market Innovations for HNWIs Accessing Private Tech Companies
Venture Capital Journal examines how the market is creating new ways for high-net-worth individuals to invest in private tech firms, potentially affecting IPO demand.
Market Offers Creative Access for HNWIs to Private Tech Companies
Venture Capital Journal discusses how HNWIs are gaining access to private tech firms, potentially impacting IPO demand.
SAP Plans to Acquire NewView Capital-Backed Reltio
SAP is set to acquire Reltio, a company backed by NewView Capital, with the deal expected to close in Q2 or Q3 of 2026, according to PE Hub.
Seed Funding in U.S. Skewing Larger in 2025, Crunchbase Data Shows
Crunchbase data reveals U.S. seed funding grew only for deals of $10 million and above in 2025, amid declines in smaller rounds.
Seed Funding in US Skewing Larger in 2025, Crunchbase Data Shows
Crunchbase data reveals that US seed funding deals of $10 million and above grew in 2025, while smaller rounds declined.
Seed Funding Skewing Larger in 2025, Crunchbase Data Shows
Crunchbase data reveals U.S. seed funding deals of $10 million and above grew in 2025, while smaller rounds declined.
Kleiner Perkins Raises $1 Billion Early-Stage and $2.5 Billion Growth Funds for AI
Kleiner Perkins announced a $1 billion early-stage fund and $2.5 billion for growth funds, both emphasizing AI investments, as reported by Venture Capital Journal.
Kleiner Perkins Raises $1B Early-Stage and $2.5B Growth Funds for AI
Kleiner Perkins, a storied venture firm, raised $1 billion for an early-stage fund and $2.5 billion for growth funds betting on AI, as reported on March 25, 2026.
Kleiner Perkins Raises $1B Early-Stage Fund and $2.5B Growth Funds for AI
Venture firm Kleiner Perkins has raised $1 billion for an early-stage fund and $2.5 billion for growth funds focused on AI investments.
Kleiner Perkins Raises $3.5bn for AI-Focused Funds
Venture firm Kleiner Perkins has raised $3.5bn to invest in AI-driven companies, with allocations for early-stage and growth-stage funds, according to Private Equity Wire.
Hustle Fund Nears Goal for Fund IV After Year of Effort
Hustle Fund is approaching its target for Fund IV, which began fundraising in March 2025 and aims for $50 million in seed investments for software start-ups.
Hustle Fund Nears $50M Goal for Fund IV
Hustle Fund is close to reaching its $50 million target for Fund IV after starting fundraising in March 2025, according to Venture Capital Journal.
Kleiner Perkins Raises $3.5 Billion for AI-Focused Funds
Venture firm Kleiner Perkins has raised $3.5 billion across new funds emphasizing AI, including $1 billion for early-stage and $2.5 billion for growth-stage investments.
Lead Edge Capital Raises $3.5 Billion for Seventh Flagship Fund
Lead Edge Capital has raised $3.5 billion for its latest fund, focusing on software and technology investments despite sector volatility, according to Private Equity Wire.
Nurse Capital Appoints Dan Weberg as General Partner
Venture capital firm Nurse Capital announces Dan Weberg, a healthcare innovation expert, as its new General Partner, according to a PR Newswire release.
Augurey Ventures I - Series SpaceX A Files SEC Document
Augurey Ventures I - Series SpaceX A filed a document under Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act on March 23, 2026, according to SEC EDGAR.
Augurey Ventures II - Series SpaceX A Files SEC Document
Augurey Ventures II - Series SpaceX A filed a document on March 23, 2026, under the Investment Company Act Section 3(c)(1).
Augurey Ventures II - Series SpaceX A Files Under Investment Company Act Section 3(c)(1)
Augurey Ventures II - Series SpaceX A submitted a filing on March 23, 2026, under Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act, as reported by SEC EDGAR.
First In Closes $148 Million for Fund III with Government Aid
Emerging manager First In, led by two ex-Marines, raised $148 million for its third fund, nearly seven times more than before, aided by US government certification.
First In Raises $148 Million for Fund III with Government Certification
First In, led by two ex-Marines, closed $148 million for Fund III, aided by Critical Technology Fund certification from US agencies.
HighVista Appoints Head for Private Equity Secondaries Strategy
HighVista Strategies hires Raudel Yanez as managing director to lead its GP-led secondaries efforts in the lower mid-market.
HighVista Appoints Raudel Yanez as Head of Private Equity Secondaries
HighVista Strategies hires Raudel Yanez to lead its GP-led secondaries strategy focused on the lower mid-market, expanding its private equity platform.
Swarmer's IPO and Defense Tech Exits
Venture Capital Journal discusses whether Swarmer's drone software IPO signals broader exits for defense tech firms or benefits only select VCs.
Swarmer's IPO Prompts Debate on Defense Tech Exits
The IPO of drone software maker Swarmer raises questions about potential waves of exits in the defense tech sector, as discussed in a Venture Capital Journal article.
Audeo Ventures to Close $65M for Fund II by End of March
Audeo Ventures aims to finalize $65 million for its second fund by March's end, with LPs from family offices and UAE sovereign funds, planning investments in up to 20 US and Latin American start-ups.
Audeo Ventures to Close $65M Fund II by End of March
Audeo Ventures plans to raise $65 million for its second fund, backed by family offices and UAE sovereign funds, to invest in up to 20 startups in the US and Latin America.
Audeo Ventures to Close $65 Million for Fund II by End of March
Audeo Ventures is set to close its second fund at $65 million by the end of March, backed by LPs including single and multifamily offices and UAE sovereign wealth funds.
Boreal Ventures Closes $43M for Fund II, Targeting $60M
Canadian firm Boreal Ventures has closed its second fund at $43 million while aiming for $60 million, with returning LPs from its debut fund.
Deep Ventures Capital Fund I, LP Files SEC Document on Investment Company Act
Deep Ventures Capital Fund I, LP submitted a filing to the SEC on March 18, 2026, related to Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act.
Deep Ventures Capital Fund I, LP Files SEC Notice Under Investment Company Act
Deep Ventures Capital Fund I, LP filed a notice with the SEC on March 18, 2026, regarding an exemption under Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act.
Stripe Alum Raises $9M for Online Funeral Planning Startup Meadow
Sam Gerstenzang, a former Stripe executive, co-founded Meadow Memorials and secured a $9 million Series A funding round led by Lachy Groom and Haystack.
Stripe Alum Raises $9M Series A for Online Funeral Startup Meadow
Sam Gerstenzang, a Stripe alum, co-founded Meadow Memorials and raised a $9 million Series A led by Lachy Groom and Haystack to simplify online funeral planning.
