Anne Neuberger, formerly a senior cybersecurity official in the Biden White House, is joining the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz as a senior adviser, the firm announced https://t.co/TdseKLH0Is ...

人民财讯8月21日电，企查查APP显示，近日，中山兴投创业投资基金合伙企业(有限合伙)成立，出资额 3亿元，经营范围包含：以私募基金从事股权投资、投资管理、资产管理等活动。企查查股权穿透显 示，该企业由中山市产业投资母基金(有限合伙)等共同出资。 ...

| 序号 | | | 合伙人名称 | 出资比例 ⇒ | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | | | 中山市产业投资母基金（有限合伙） | 39.6667% | | | | | 国有企业 私募基金 | | | 2 | + | 6 | 中山兴中集团有限公司 | 30.0000% | | | | | 市属国企 | | | 3 | + | 凯能 | 南方凯能（广东）电力集团有限公司 | 30.0000% | | | | 申力 | 国有企业 | | | 4 | + | | 中山创业投资有限公司 | 0.3333% | | | | 命川 | 国有企业 执行事务合伙人 私募基金管理人 | | 企查查APP显示，近日，中山兴投创业投资基金合伙企业（有限合伙）成立，出资额3亿元，经营范围包含：以私募基金从事股权投资、投资管理、资产管 理等活动。企查查股权穿透显示，该企业由中山市产业投资母基金（有限合伙）等共同出资。 | 全国企业信用查询 | 中山兴投创业投资基金合伙企业（有限合伙） | | × 查一下 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 基本信息 10 | 法律诉 ...

Core Viewpoint - Hercules Capital, Inc. (HTGC) has received an affirmation of its investment grade credit and corporate ratings of BBB+ with a stable outlook from Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Inc. (KBRA) [1][10] Group 1: Rating Affirmation Rationale - The stable outlook reflects Hercules Capital's diverse investment portfolio, focusing on senior secured first lien venture debt investments in technology and life sciences sectors [2] - Strong operating performance and appropriate leverage metrics contribute to the company's credit quality [2] - Robust risk management and an experienced investment team in the venture capital space further support the ratings [2] Group 2: Financial Performance and Market Position - Hercules Capital has demonstrated proven access to capital markets and a diverse funding mix, which enhances protection for noteholders [3] - The company's shares have increased by 4.9% over the past year, contrasting with a 0.8% decline in the industry [6] - HTGC currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [7] Group 3: Peer Comparison - Main Street Capital Corp. (MAIN) and Bain Capital Specialty Finance, Inc. (BCSF) are notable peers, with MAIN's shares gaining 4.8% over the past six months and a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy) [8] - BCSF's earnings estimate has been revised upward by 3.4%, but its shares have declined by 17.3% over the past six months, currently holding a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) [9]

Core Points - Planet Ventures Inc. has successfully closed a convertible debenture financing, raising total gross proceeds of $6,400,000 [1][2] - The funds will be utilized to enhance the Company's Bitcoin treasury strategy and for general corporate and working capital purposes [2] - The debentures have a 12% annual interest rate and mature in 24 months, with a conversion price of $0.50 per share [3] Financial Details - The debentures are secured against the assets of the Company [4] - Planet Ventures currently holds 28.8 Bitcoin and approximately C$18,000,000 in cash/securities [4] - An insider, controlled by the CEO, participated in the offering for C$3,200,000, which is classified as a related party transaction [5] Regulatory Compliance - The Company intends to rely on exemptions from formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements due to the transaction's value being below 25% of the Company's market capitalization [5] - All securities issued will be subject to a statutory hold period of four months and one day [5]

Veteran venture capital investor Lip-Bu Tan, who was named Intel's CEO in March, has amassed a fortune of $1.1 billion https://t.co/Boa9m6Oo5O ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is the establishment of the Suzhou Yuanhetang Smart Economy Venture Capital Development Partnership, which is the first venture capital fund in China focused on the smart economy [1] - The fund has a scale of 500 million yuan and will focus on key areas and links within the smart economy, targeting industries such as artificial intelligence, smart networking, and smart construction [1] - The smart economy is defined as a new form of digital economy driven by artificial intelligence, with Suzhou's Xiangcheng District leveraging its advantages in intelligent networking, smart construction, and digital finance [1] Group 2 - Xiangcheng Financial Holdings aims to attract major smart economy projects and cultivate existing enterprises to accelerate the development of a smart industry ecosystem [2] - The strategy involves a "fund + industry + service" approach to drive the development of the smart economy and create a vibrant and innovative smart economy hub [2] - The goal is to help Suzhou build an internationally influential "Artificial Intelligence +" city and form a globally competitive smart industry cluster [2]

Core Viewpoint - MDB Capital Holdings, LLC plans to host a Zoom webinar on August 27, 2025, to provide a business update for Q2 2025, with a press release detailing the results to be issued prior to the call [1] Company Overview - MDB Capital Holdings, LLC, founded in 1997, focuses on launching disruptive technology companies through a unique public venture capital approach, emphasizing community-driven financings of pre-revenue, early-stage companies [2] - MDB Capital operates under the brand MDB Capital Holdings, LLC (NASDAQ: MDBH) and includes subsidiaries such as MDB Capital, a self-clearing broker-dealer, and PatentVest, an integrated IP strategy and law firm [3] Webinar Details - The webinar will be led by CEO Christopher Marlett and may include other management team members to discuss recent developments, ongoing initiatives, and anticipated milestones, along with a Q&A session [2]

Core Viewpoint - Firsthand Technology Value Fund, Inc. reported its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, highlighting a decrease in net assets and investment performance challenges [1][5]. Financial Summary - As of June 30, 2025, the Fund's net assets were approximately $0.7 million, or $0.11 per share, down from approximately $0.8 million, or $0.12 per share as of March 31, 2025 [2]. - The Fund's portfolio included public and private securities valued at approximately $0.7 million, or $0.10 per share, with about $0.07 per share in cash and cash equivalents [2]. - Total assets were reported at $1.17 million, with total liabilities of $0.42 million, resulting in net assets of $0.75 million [3]. Investment Performance - For the quarter, the Fund reported total investment income of approximately $171 thousand, but after fees and expenses, it faced a net investment loss of approximately $63 thousand [5]. - The Fund experienced net realized and unrealized losses on investments of approximately $27 thousand for the quarter [5]. Portfolio Management - The Valuation Committee adjusted the fair values of private companies in the portfolio, considering various factors such as performance, recent transactions, and market multiples [4]. - The Fund continued to manage its portfolio prudently, collaborating with portfolio companies to enhance performance and identify potential exit opportunities [6]. Company Overview - Firsthand Technology Value Fund, Inc. is a publicly traded venture capital fund focused on technology and cleantech investments, aiming for long-term capital growth [7][8].

本期导读： 为GP注入活水。 作者｜FOFWEEKLY 今年来，全国多地引导基金政策出现巨大变化。 作为当下最活跃的一类资金，过往由于 决策流程、返投比例、属地化注册限制等要求，引导基金 成为GP募资时的痛点。 而这两年， 行业风向正在发生积极变化，多地引导及基金开始探索市场化改革。 超级LP在松绑 近期一级市场暖意涌动。 风险容忍度上实现历史性突破。 政策层面，容错机制获得显著提升：北京、天津、广西等地明确 避免简单以单个项目或单一年度盈亏作为评价依据；而四川、深圳等地更是提出了100%的容错机 制。 一位长期观察国资创投的专家指出："国资风险敞口达100%、GP免责边界清晰化，或将激活更多 社会化资本的跟投意愿"。 基金存续期也有明显延长。 比如洛阳天使母基金、上海未来产业基金、江苏扬州航空航天产业专项母基金、江苏盐城绿色低碳 产业专项母基金、丰县母基金、国新创投基金等多只母基金存续期均明确为15年，或更高达20 年。 长久以来，国内创投市场一直在呼吁"长钱"的涌入，缺少能够跨越周期的LP，而这两年"耐心资 本"成为行业关注焦点。 年初，国务院办公厅发布《关于促进政府投资基金高质量发展的指导意见》，其中再 ...