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January 24, 20247 min read
Investing in Deep Tech: Opportunity in AI's Bottlenecks
AI ventures startups will have a dual job going forward: innovating/disrupting and compensating for problems that increase as the tech rolls out. That’s not uncommon with deep tech, which focuses on the hardest, most revolutionary technology. These are “big-swing” developments that can take lots of time and money to develop but pay off with major advances for society and handsome returns for venture investors. They are also typically areas where there’s no standing still.
by Todd McIntyre
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 Webinar - March 18th 2024
Blue Ivy Ventures: Last Call
The deadline for Blue Ivy Ventures Fund 8 is around the corner, and the team is ready to begin deploying capital and building the portfolio. Join Managing Partner David Shapiro and Senior Principal Yev Gelfand to hear about some of the investments made by past funds and learn how they will continue to build a fully diversified venture portfolio. Watch on-demand today.
by Alumni Ventures
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 Webinar - February 15th 2024
Spike Ventures: Final Countdown
The deadline for Spike Ventures Fund 7 is around the corner, and the team is ready to deploy capital and build the portfolio. Join Managing Partner Todd McIntyre to hear about some of the investments made by past Spike funds and how the team will continue to build fully diversified venture portfolios. Watch on-demand below.
by Alumni Ventures
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 Webinar - March 19th 2024
Bascom Ventures 2024 Outlook and Fund Introduction
Join us for a presentation about Bascom Ventures, Alumni Ventures’ fund for University of Wisconsin alumni and friends of the community. The discussion was led by Managing Partner Greg Baker and is open to all alumni and friends of Wisconsin. Watch on-demand below.
by Alumni Ventures
January 22, 20244 min read
CTRL + Athlete
We are thrilled to lead the charge in AV’s new sports community and fund. Our team comes from a proud sports background with decades of combined court time and the sore joints to show it. And investing in the space, comes at the intersection of our personas as sports lovers and venture capitalists.
by Keaton Nankivil
January 21, 20248 min read
Investing in Next-Gen Energy Tech
As the world thirsts for more energy while recognizing the need to address climate change, startups innovating at the forefront of the energy transformation offer potentially lucrative investment opportunities. These startups are redefining our energy generation, storage, and electrification approach from advanced battery technologies to novel carbon capture methods.
by Matt Caspari
January 20, 20245 min read
10 Predictions for Seed Investors in 2024
The past year was a rough one for venture capital, with valuations challenged, some companies unable to raise cash or go public, and many investors “holding their dry powder.”
by Ron Levin
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 Webinar - February 27th 2024
Waterman Ventures: Final Call
The deadline for Waterman Ventures Fund 4 is around the corner, and the team is ready to deploy capital and build the portfolio. Join us as Managing Partner Ludwig Schulze will share some of the investments made by past funds and speak to how the team will continue to build fully diversified venture portfolios. Watch on-demand below.
by Alumni Ventures
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 Webinar - February 20th 2024
From Cul-de-sac to Constellation: The Top Frontiers in US Strategic Tech Innovation
Discover the future of American innovation with Pete Mathias and Drew Wandzilak of Alumni Ventures in a compelling webinar focused on U.S. strategic technology. Delve into the critical sectors shaping our national security: homeland defense, AI and cyber strategies, and space innovation. Learn about the trailblazing companies and trends leading these fields, many of which are backed by Alumni Ventures. This is your chance to understand how these technologies are pivotal to America’s strength and growth. Join this essential dialogue by watching our on-demand webinar—your gateway to the forefront of tech innovation.
by Alumni Ventures
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 Webinar - March 11th 2024
Beyond the Clinic Walls: How Telehealth Is Breaking Barriers
Explore the transformative power of telehealth and its future trajectory in our comprehensive webinar. Delve into its remarkable evolution from an emergency response tool during the COVID-19 crisis to a staple in modern healthcare. Watch on-demand below.
by Alumni Ventures
January 19, 202412 min read
Autonomous Vehicles: Where VCs Are Investing
In this article we will delve into what self-driving cars are, how they work, the technology required, as well as how autonomous vehicles will reshape the world. We’ll also include select relevant investments in Alumni Ventures’ portfolio.
by Jack Statza
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 Webinar - March 20th 2024
AI: A Treasure Trove of Legal Fees?
Discover the evolving frontier of artificial intelligence and its implications on the legal landscape with our on-demand webinar. As AI technologies weave their way into the fabric of businesses across sectors, they bring with them a complex web of legal challenges and opportunities.
by Alumni Ventures

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