Venture Capital
126 stories covering venture capital — fund closes, LP allocations, regulatory filings, deal flow, and fundraising signals from PipelineRoad's editorial team.
Axiom Partners Raises $52M for AI-Focused Debut Fund
Axiom Partners, founded by Khosla Ventures veteran Sandhya Venkatachalam, has closed its first seed-stage fund targeting AI companies addressing the 'capacity crunch'.
Investors Favor India as Top APAC Private Markets Destination
A survey indicates India is the preferred spot for private markets investment in APAC, with 31% of LPs ranking it first and expectations of increased allocations.
General Catalyst in Early Talks to Raise $10bn Across Funds
General Catalyst is discussing raising approximately $10bn for multiple investment strategies, as reported by Bloomberg.
Decasonic Seeks Patent Protection for AI Platform with Norton Rose Fulbright
John McBride of Norton Rose Fulbright assisted venture firm Decasonic in pursuing patent protection for an agentic AI platform, according to Venture Capital Journal.
VC Firm Decasonic Seeks AI Patent Protection
John McBride of Norton Rose Fulbright explains his role in helping Decasonic pursue patents for an agentic AI platform, as detailed in a recent article.
Northstar Venture Capital LLC Files for Series 35 under Section 3(c)(1)
Northstar Venture Capital LLC filed a document on March 10, 2026, for Northstar VC Series 35, citing Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act, according to SEC EDGAR.
Pax VC Raises $50M for Debut Fund Led by Michelle Volz
Michelle Volz, formerly of Andreessen Horowitz, leads new firm Pax VC in raising $50 million for its first fund in just 12 months.
Pax VC Raises $50M for Debut Fund
Michelle Volz, formerly of Andreessen Horowitz, leads new firm Pax VC in raising $50 million for its first fund in 12 months.
Navigate Ventures Fund II, LP Files SEC Form D/A for Exemption
Navigate Ventures Fund II, LP submitted a Form D/A filing on March 9, 2026, claiming exemption under Investment Company Act Section 3(c)(1), according to SEC EDGAR.
Series B Funding Diversifies and Grows in 2026
Crunchbase data shows U.S. Series B funding increasing after 2023 lows, with diversified sectors and larger average round sizes in 2026.
Tim Draper Shares Insights on AI, Bitcoin and Innovation
Venture capitalist Tim Draper discusses AI trends, Bitcoin's future, and his startup initiatives in a recent interview with Crunchbase News.
Health Tech Companies Secure Major Funding Rounds
Several health tech firms including Talkiatry and Honest Health announced significant funding in February 2026 to expand operations and technology.
Science Corp. Series C Signals Deeptech LP Interest Amid Market Recovery
Neuralink alumni startup raises $230M Series C, highlighting renewed institutional appetite for capital-intensive biotech ventures.
March Opens With $500M+ Rounds in Space Tech and AI Infrastructure
Three mega-rounds above $500 million signal renewed LP appetite for capital-intensive sectors as Q1 2024 venture activity accelerates.
Serendipity Impact VC Fund I Files 3(c)(1) Exemption, Targets Impact Investing
New impact-focused VC fund registers under Section 3(c)(1) exemption, signaling launch of first institutional vehicle.
First-Time Manager Healthier Capital Closes Debut Fund with Clear Thesis Focus
Healthier Capital's successful first fund demonstrates how emerging managers can attract LPs through focused thesis articulation and stakeholder problem identification.
VCJ Reports Widening Fundraising Gap Between Managers and LPs in 2026
New industry analysis reveals growing disconnect between venture capital managers and institutional investors in current fundraising environment.
February's $189B Funding Record Driven by Three AI Giants
Global venture investment hit a record $189B in February, though 83% concentrated in just three companies, signaling AI mega-round concentration.
The Growing Fundraising Gap: VCs Seek $200B More Than LPs Will Deploy
A widening disconnect between venture capital fundraising targets and actual LP commitments signals a tougher capital raising environment for emerging managers.
Family Office LP Warns on Fundraising Headwinds for Emerging GPs
GreenBear Group's investment head discusses LP allocation challenges and offers guidance for Fund I and Fund II managers navigating today's capital markets.
SparkLabs Closes $20M University-Backed Fund with Saudi Anchor LP
Seoul-based accelerator SparkLabs partners with King Saud University and Riyadh Valley Company for new Saudi Arabia-focused venture fund.
Emmeline Ventures Co-Founder Builds Fund Around Women's Health Investment Thesis
La Keisha Landrum Pierre's Emmeline Ventures focuses on underserved women's health market, offering emerging managers insights into sector specialization strategies.
Quiet Capital Launches Fourth Fund After Institutional LP Support
Quiet Capital launches Quiet Venture IV with backing from Passport Foundation and Northwestern Mutual, signaling continued institutional confidence in the firm.
Menlo Ventures Promotes General Counsel Carrillo to Partner Role
Former math teacher turned legal chief at Menlo Ventures gains partner status, highlighting GCs' expanding influence in venture capital.
Cambridge Associates Partner Details LP Behavior During Distribution Drought
Tom Mitchell reveals how institutional investors are navigating slow distributions and rapid market changes in today's fundraising environment.
Interval Funds Target Retail Investors Seeking Private Market Access
ABS, ARK and Liberty Street promote interval fund structures to democratize venture investing with quarterly liquidity options.
