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Venture capital isn't for the poor
Venture capital isn't for the poor

This isn't another "eat the rich" post. Poor founders don't get funded. Let's look at the reasons why, and discuss actual solutions.

By Stéphane Nasser| June 26, 2024
Why video games are the perfect VC category
Why video games are the perfect VC category

As a gaming founder who spoke with 50+ VCs, I wanted to share my findings on why games are a stellar VC category, and why you should consider it in your fund or angel portfolio.

By Pavel Afanasiev| February 6, 2024
Understanding idiosyncrasy in seed investing
Understanding idiosyncrasy in seed investing

Beyond the fundamentals of seed investing, how can investors identify the outliers? This post explores the "idiosyncratic phenomenon" as a key concept in the VC decision-making process.

By Giuseppe Stuto| October 9, 2023
"You're not VC fundable!" What it really means.

"Your project sounds cool, but I'm not sure it's VC fundable". If you're raising funds, you may have heard those words. It is important to understand what VC fundability is, why it's important, and how you can become VC fundable.

By Stéphane Nasser| September 5, 2023
How Indian startups can navigate the funding winter
How Indian startups can navigate the funding winter

The startup ecosystem in India has been gaining impetus over the last few years and is touted to grow stronger even in the face of these uncertain times. Here’s how Indian startups can plan to survive and nurture success through this funding winter.

By Vittal Ramakrishna| May 8, 2023
2023 study: Practices of European venture capitalists
2023 study: Practices of European venture capitalists

Discover the most massive study on European Venture Capitalists. Learn how Euro VCs investment process, deal flow, term sheets, syndication, valuation techniques, value add and more.

By Stéphane Nasser| April 17, 2023
How to improve your fundability odds
How to improve your fundability odds

This post breaks down the methodology behind the Fundability Assessment and help you find ways to boost your signal, making yourself more "fundable": team, tech, traction, terms.

By Stéphane Nasser| April 10, 2023
How to access deals with OpenVC
How to access deals with OpenVC

Investors: in 5 minutes, you will know how to use OpenVC to access top deals. This post covers account creation, profile optimization, reply rate, and more for VC firms, angels, and accelerators.

By Stéphane Nasser| March 28, 2023
OpenVC and Consilience Partner to Shake Up the VC Industry
OpenVC and Consilience Partner to Shake Up the VC Industry

OpenVC and Consilience have recently joined forces to make it simple and affordable to launch evergreen investment vehicles in weeks, creating a more efficient and inclusive space for emerging managers.

By Stéphane Nasser| March 12, 2023