Brazil leads Fintech investment Brazil continues to dominate the Latin American fintech landscape, securing half of the top 10 fintech deals in the second quarter of 2024. This achievement highlights the country's position as a hub for fintech innovation, attracting...
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Why investors still use the Luxembourg SOPARFI to structure their investments
In the dynamic world of international finance, the SOPARFI (Société de Participations Financières) of Luxembourg stands as a beacon of opportunity for investors and businesses alike. Offering a suite of financial advantages, including tax exemptions on dividends and...
Cloud Security Startup Wiz Raises $300M and Reaches $10B Valuation
Wiz, an Israeli cloud security startup, has raised $300 million in a funding round led by Alkeon Capital, with participation from Insight Partners, Greenoaks Capital, and 1011 Ventures. The funding round has now brought Wiz's valuation to $10 billion. Revolutionizing...
How Startups can Secure Series A Funding in 2023
Securing funding is often a daunting task for early-stage startups, especially when it comes to securing Series A funding. In 2023, with a variety of funding options available to startups, securing funding is more competitive than ever. This article will outline some...
Groupe BEI launches fund-of-funds to support technology start-ups
Belgian-based investment company, Groupe BEI (Banque européenne d’investissement) , has launched a new fund-of-funds to provide investment support to technology start-ups that are looking to expand their operations. The initiative aims to help start-ups bridge the...
Qatari Investors Consider a Takeover Bid for Manchester United
Manchester United Football Club, one of the most successful and widely supported teams in the world, has been the subject of a takeover bid by a group of Qatari investors. The bid is being led by Jim Ratcliffe, a billionaire businessman from Qatar who has expressed...
Investor Marc Andreessen Sheds Light on How His Company Invests in Cryptocurrencies
Marc Andreessen, a renowned investor and co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz, has shared his insights on how his company approaches investing in the cryptocurrency market. We'll take a closer look at Andreessen's investment philosophy and how it has influenced the...
Newmont Makes Takeover Offer for Newcrest Mining
Newmont Mining Corporation, one of the largest gold mining companies in the world, has made a takeover offer for Australian-based Newcrest Mining Ltd. The move comes as gold prices continue to rise and as companies in the industry seek to expand their operations and...
Brazil – David Velez, Owner of Nubank, Relocates to Uruguay: Find Out the Reason
David Velez, the owner of one of the largest fintech companies in Brazil, Nubank, has recently announced that he will be relocating to Uruguay. This news has sparked curiosity among the public, with many wondering what led Velez to make this decision. David Velez and...
How to Launch Your First Investment Fund in Luxembourg: an overview of the SLP
Special limited partnership (SLP or Société en commandite spéciale or SCSp) is a popular structure for investment funds in Luxembourg, offering a simple and flexible investment vehicle for a range of clients. We explore the legal regime of the SLP/SCSp, the relevant...