India’s VC landscape continues to accelerate. Nexus Venture Partners has officially closed a $700 million fund, targeting the country’s fastest-growing sectors — AI, enterprise software, consumer tech, and fintech. Founded in 2006, Nexus was one of India’s first VC firms to successfully bridge U.S.–India startup ecosystems. Their track record includes winners like Delhivery, India Shelter...
Hedge funds are deploying near-record leverage as they chase higher returns in markets lifted by the AI boom — raising both opportunity and risk. ⚡ Leverage Near All-Time Highs Major prime brokers report unprecedented levels: Some hedge funds report being offered 10× leverage, near historical highs. 🚀 Why It’s Happening Hedge funds remain bullish despite...
Hedge funds are using near-record levels of leverage to amplify returns as AI-driven market enthusiasm pushes equities higher — but regulators are increasingly worried about what happens when the cycle turns. 🔍 Key Highlights ⚠️ Why It Matters Leverage magnifies gains — and losses. Regulators including the Federal Reserve and Bank for International Settlements are...
AI-powered security company Verkada has reached a $5.8 billion valuation, up sharply from $4.5B in February, as its latest investment round — led by CapitalG — underscores strong investor demand for AI-driven security solutions. 🔐 What Verkada Does Operating across 171 countries, Verkada provides: 💡 Why Investors Are Excited Spending on AI-based physical security continues...
Michael Saylor, Chairman of Strategy (MSTR), confirmed the company is in active talks with MSCI as the index provider considers removing firms whose primary business model is buying cryptocurrencies.A final decision is expected by January 15. 🔎 Why It Matters MSCI is reviewing whether crypto-heavy companies resemble investment funds, which are ineligible for its major...
Blackstone (BX) has unveiled a new business unit aimed at directing retirement savings into private market investments, tapping what could become a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity — with $9.3 trillion sitting in U.S. 401(k) plans alone. This move follows President Trump’s August executive order instructing regulators to make alternative assets more accessible inside retirement plans. 🔍 What...