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Dr. Milan Kuzmanovic is the Founder and Chief AI Officer of Nextesy, a company revolutionizing business administration through AI-powered solutions. With a unique background combining economics and advanced machine learning Dr. Kuzmanovic brings both deep business process expertise and AI development skills to tackle inefficiencies in enterprise operations. Recently securing CHF 3.3 million in pre-seed … Continued
US startups raised over $174 billion in more than 4,000 funding rounds in 2025 until the month of August. In the same period last year, the number of funding rounds was over 7,000. Due to the extremely high volume of funding deals, you cannot expect venture capital investors to spend more than 15-25 minutes on … Continued
I have been in the private equity and valuation space long enough to see the same question surface over and over again: “How do we unlock liquidity for private companies?” It’s a fair question, because liquidity is the lifeblood of any market. Without it, capital is harder to raise, employees have fewer opportunities to realize … Continued
2019 came up as one of the biggest years for tech IPOs. Several tech companies had gone public with billion-dollar valuations. Therefore, it was also called the year of unicorns and has become one of the trending topics for discussion. As a matter of fact, UBER is a company that has come into the limelight … Continued
Private companies often lack real-time, quantitative feedback on their performance because they do not have publicly quoted share prices. This can strain stakeholder communication, as entrepreneurs must devote significant effort during periodic reviews to justify their valuation estimates. Lack of a consistent valuation history also makes it difficult to substantiate growth projections, creating additional hurdles … Continued
The landscape of Fortune 500 companies is evolving, driven by several key market trends that reflect broader economic shifts and consumer preferences. Reports indicate that 38% of these businesses have set targets for significant sustainability initiatives by 2030, with many already achieving or aiming for carbon neutrality. In 2025, the Fortune 500 companies collectively accounted … Continued
In this edition of Founder Spotlight, we are featuring Erik Stadigh, a Finnish entrepreneur and business executive, co-founder and CEO of Lune, a venture-funded startup studio based in London. He started Lune with the goal of making every product and service climate positive by default. The company offers an API that combines detailed emissions tracking … Continued
Looking for a complete startup accelerator list? As a startup founder, a clear understanding of accelerator programs is important for the company’s future. Some startups may bootstrap into the market or find alternative ways of scaling up. But being part of a reputed accelerator program more often than not weighs out in favor of the … Continued
In 2025, the biotech sector is rapidly gaining momentum, following closely in the footsteps of artificial intelligence (AI), with $4.37 billion raised from 26 large rounds. Investors seem particularly interested in biotech startups leveraging AI for drug discovery. Leading the pack are Pathos AI and Truveta, both of which raised over $300 million and achieved … Continued
Corporate restructuring can help companies streamline operations, reduce expenditure, and ultimately, create more value for investors. This is especially true for companies that expanded operations by establishing multiple entities to ensure compliance with region-specific regulatory requirements. For example, the European Union is moving to simplify its tech laws. These laws have focused on ensuring data … Continued
In this edition of founder spotlight, we feature Giuliano Amaral, co-founder and CEO of Mileto, a Brazilian HR tech startup. Mileto operates as a B2B platform connecting companies with students from Brazil’s technical high school programs, facilitating tailored internships and supporting the development of both hard and soft skills. Mileto bridges the gap between education … Continued
Venture capital is changing and fast. In 2024, U.S private AI investment went up to $109.1B —nearly 12x that of China’s $9.3B and around 24x that of the U.K.’s $4.5B. Generative AI has notably witnessed strong momentum, raising $33.9 billion globally in private investment. That’s an 18.7% increase from 2023. However, beneath these headline VC … Continued
Why Some Companies Make Money Better Than Others? A construction company makes 10 10-cent profit for every dollar it owns. A biotech company loses 42 cents. This isn’t about good management versus bad management. It’s about how different types of businesses work. Some industries need massive factories and equipment to operate. Others run on laptops … Continued
Whether you’re looking at the market for next-generation growth or reliable dividend streams, understanding how to measure value is important. By analyzing metrics such as Price/Earnings to Growth and Dividend Yield (PEGY), investors can look beyond basic ratios and identify sectors that have long-term growth opportunities. In today’s landscape, where valuation, growth, and income all … Continued
Eqvista has officially joined the National Association of Stock Plan Professionals (NASPP) community, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to advancing equity management and compensation practices. A Strategic Partnership for the Future The NASPP is the leading association for resources, education, and community building, advancing the careers and knowledge of professionals working with stock … Continued
In 1944, the US dollar became the world’s reserve currency, and steadily it became the default currency for international trade. This is why globalization and international trade helped the US economy flourish for over eight decades. However, the presently unfolding tariff tensions may end up disrupting business models across the US, especially those directly dependent … Continued
Juho Hyytiäinen is the CEO and co-founder of Way, a company dedicated to transforming commercial fleet management with advanced digital infrastructure and data-driven solutions. In an exclusive interview with Eqvista, Juho shares the inspiration behind founding Way and outlines his vision for a more connected, efficient, and sustainable transport ecosystem. Drawing upon a decade of … Continued
An emerging startup can sustain momentum only if the new hires are as driven as the existing team. Disparities in motivation can cause internal friction, disengagement, and a decline in morale. Such a work environment can considerably hinder a startup’s growth trajectory. One proven way to bridge this gap is to offer stock options in … Continued
A lack of liquidity can kill businesses sooner than insolvency. While a business can continue operating for a while after becoming insolvent, a lack of liquidity will certainly bring operations to a screeching halt. This statement is particularly true for businesses such as banks that operate with significant leverage. Hence, in this article, we will … Continued
In this exclusive interview for Eqvista, Nicolaus Radford, co-founder and CEO of Persona AI, shares his perspective on shaping the future of humanoid robotics in industry. With an extensive background in robotics and notable leadership at NASA and Nauticus Robotics, Nicolaus focuses on bringing advanced humanoid robots out of the lab and into real-world industrial … Continued
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