In this latest edition of founder spotlight, Eqvista features Randy Allen, Co-Founder and CEO of Still Bright, a hard-tech startup transforming how the world produces one of its most critical resources: copper. Drawing on a deep background in chemical engineering, materials science, and venture investing, Randy is leading Still Bright’s mission to close the looming …
The funding market has been on fire owing to the AI revolution. This makes it important to understand what is transpiring in the US VC market. This article aims to achieve the same goal using the November 2025 VC deals as its source. Number of AI companies by funding type, funding raised and Multiples Figure …
As we approach 2026, founders must prepare for critical tax filing deadlines, missing which could trigger penalties. To ensure that businesses with complex structures and sole proprietors have ample time to file tax forms, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has different tax filing deadlines for businesses with different corporate structures. So, C-corporations and sole proprietors …
Eqvista spotlights Mitesh Agrawal, CEO of Positron AI, to explore the shift from GPU-dominated AI infrastructure to purpose-built inference hardware that delivers 3-3.5x better performance per dollar and up to 66% lower power usage. Mithesh shares his journey from scaling Lambda’s GPU cloud to leading Positron’s FPGA-proven, US-manufactured systems optimised for Transformer models. He details …
I’m pleased to announce my acceptance into the Forbes Finance Council, an exclusive, invitation-only community of accomplished finance executives, entrepreneurs, and investors shaping the future of global capital. It’s an honor to join this distinguished group and contribute to its mission of advancing thought leadership and innovation within the industry. Why I’m Joining the Forbes …
Priorities spiraling out of alignment is a reality that most business partners don’t anticipate or underestimate. When this occurs, stakeholders may consider buyouts as a solution. This helps preserve business relationships and avoid prolonged legal disputes. However, when buyouts are not feasible or excessive, some may resort to manipulation of ownership. From aggressive stock-based compensation …
Private equity firms may find relief in the fact that global dry powder has steadily declined since 2023, reaching $2.52 trillion by July 1, 2025. While global M&A volumes fell 9% in the first half of 2025 on a year-on-year (YoY) basis, the stabilization of tariffs and trade policies could pave the way for renewed …
Eqvista’s latest founder interview features Robin Binder, the founder of NAO, a fintech platform reshaping access to alternative investments for everyday investors. In this conversation, he explains how NAO leverages regulation, technology, and design to lower entry barriers to as little as 1, while still maintaining institutional-grade standards around product selection, compliance, and risk transparency. …
At Eqvista, we’re committed to empowering founders with the tools and resources they need to build sustainable, scalable businesses. While equity financing remains a cornerstone of startup growth, we recognize that today’s founders need access to diverse capital strategies that preserve ownership and extend runway. That’s why we’re excited to announce our strategic partnership with …
Seasoned investors are aware of the importance of the dilution-related insights gained through cap table solutions. However, the benefits of such software to a startup founder are arguably much more significant. Not only does this software enable real-time ownership tracking, but it also simplifies stock option management and tax compliance. It can also catalyze the …
When selling your business, deciding between SDE and EBITDA can significantly impact your valuation. While Main Street deals love Seller’s Discretionary Earnings for its raw, owner-centric truth, Wall Street speaks fluent EBITDA for its clean, scalable story. Choose wrong, and you’ll either confuse sophisticated buyers or undersell to local competitors. Choose right, and you’ll position …
Magnus Grünewald is the CEO and co-founder of Lyceum, a Berlin- and Zurich-based startup building a sovereign European GPU cloud to democratize AI compute access amid Europe’s infrastructure lag. In the recent Eqvista interview, he shares how his background in energy and infrastructure at Enpal and Arbio fueled Lyceum’s launch, envisioning AI as the next …
Startups usually raise enough capital to operate for about 24 months. But when that runway ends, investors expect evidence of either product-market fit or rapid scaling to justify the next round. The danger is treating those 24 months as breathing room. Instead, think of the first 3 months as your window to prove scalability. Then, …
Why do some founders walk out of investor meetings with a check, while others leave with a list of doubts to prove wrong? The real reason could be hidden in the very first question. When startup founders pitch, not all are given the same opportunity to shine. Investor questions decide who gets a chance to …
Massimiliano Pieri, CEO & Co-Founder of Tulum Energy, shared his insights in this exclusive interview with Eqvista. A visionary leader in the energy innovation space, Massimiliano draws from a rich background spanning startup leadership, corporate venture capital, and clean energy advancement at global firms such as Eni. During his conversation with Eqvista, he highlighted how …
2025 proved to be a transformative year for M&A with over $85 billion changing hands in the year’s largest single transaction alone. From mega-mergers in utilities and transportation to sovereign wealth fund acquisitions in gaming, the deals closed this year signal major shifts in corporate strategy and industry consolidation. Top 100 M&A Deals of 2025 …
On May 18th, 2012, Meta, formerly called Facebook, was listed under the FB ticker. The IPO of Meta came at a time when networking companies were witnessing spectacular interest from the market at large. Case in point, LinkedIn was listed in 2011 and witnessed a stellar first-day move of 109% gain. Other social media players …
In our previous post, we analyzed key insights from September’s funding trends. The October data offers further perspective into capital allocation patterns, sector concentration, and how AI continues to shape the startup funding industry. Funding by Sector Classification Figure 1: Heatmap of Funding Raised by Sector, Data source: Crunchbase Heatmap shows the industries that raised …
Noel Hurley is the CEO of Literal Labs, recognized for his relentless drive to combine power efficiency and industry partnerships, a hallmark of his leadership at Arm, with a bold vision for logic-based artificial intelligence. Drawing from deep experience in the semiconductor industry, Noel is leading Literal Labs to pioneer AI models that are not …
Private equity firms continue to attract investors seeking superior returns compared to public markets. The private equity industry has achieved tremendous growth, with investment volumes reaching historic highs in recent years. Despite market volatility, private equity remains a compelling investment place for high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors who can navigate its inherent risks and illiquidity. …
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