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150 African fintechs raised ~$1.55B in risk capital in 2023

Afridigest • 86 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24

💰 Finance Fintech Fundraising M&A Investors Data Analysis

In 2023, 149 African fintech startups raised about $1.55B in risk capital.
The funding gap between equity and debt financing in African fintechs widened in 2023.
Banking/Lending vertical led the way, with major players like TymeBank, FairMoney, and M-Kopa.

How Nigerian startups are navigating the naira nightmare

Afridigest • 43 implied HN points • 03 Jan 24

💼 Business Tech Startups M&A

Nigerian startups are facing challenges with the naira.
15 startups across Africa shut down last year for various reasons.
The post includes top stories of 2023 and a mention of M&A activity in African tech.

Coming soonish

The War Room • 117 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23

💼 Business M&A Real Estate Technology

The author is launching a new show/newsletter called Deal Flow focusing on M&A and other topics.
There is a possibility of a second season of the Future of Tech.
The author plans to resume regular content creation.

Happy holidays from Boutique Biotech!

Boutique Biotech • 19 implied HN points • 26 Dec 23

🔬 Science Biotech M&A Pharmaceuticals Neuroscience FDA

Bristol Myers Squibb acquired Karuna Therapeutics for $14B, expanding their pipeline.
Karuna's lead asset is currently under FDA review with a PDUFA date set for Sept. 26, 2024.
The post is exclusive for paid subscribers of Boutique Biotech.

75 African fintechs raised ~$1.2B in risk capital in H1 2023

Afridigest • 31 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23

💰 Finance Fintech Equity Debt M&A Investors

75 African fintechs raised ~$1.2B in risk capital in H1 2023.
Equity funding for African fintechs fell ~40% from last year, but debt funding increased over 80%.
Banking/Lending vertical led the way in funding, with $0.66 of every dollar of equity raised and $0.96 of every dollar of debt raised in H1.

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Acquirers won't bail you out.

99% Derisible • 58 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23

💼 Business M&A Acquisitions Startups Investors Tech Companies

Bigger companies won't save struggling startups through acquisitions.
Instead of being bailed out, struggling companies may face closure from the big acquirers.
Startups should not rely on the hope of acquisition but have hard conversations early on.

Are we in the early innings of an AI M&A spree?

Entry Level Investing • 16 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23

💼 Business AI M&A Technology Acquisitions

Recent high-profile AI acquisitions suggest a growing trend in M&A activity in the AI space.
Large horizontal technology platforms are likely to be key players in acquiring AI startups due to their access to cash and existing distribution advantages.
Companies like Apple, Amazon, Salesforce, Oracle, Adobe, and Snowflake are potential contenders for making significant AI acquisitions in the coming months.

Venture Debt Grabbing the Headlines, Is It Warranted?

Bigfoot Capital • 19 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23

💰 Finance Acquisitions M&A Investors

Venture debt is making headlines but may not be as widespread as it seems.
Banks are still cautious with venture debt and focus on fresh equity.
Lending now focuses on refinancing debt and replacing equity, not true venture debt.

4 Key Trends Emerging from ITC

Equal Ventures • 19 implied HN points • 03 Oct 22

💼 Business Insurance M&A Climate Risk Startups

Insurance startups are exploring opportunities beyond traditional insurance, including tech-enabled solutions and business development pathways.
After a decline in valuation multiples, the interest in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the insurance industry is resurging.
Focusing on climate risk is becoming a key priority for insurers, leading to changes in underwriting approaches and investment in climate-related initiatives.

Breaking News! AsiaInfo Security Becomes Controlling Shareholder of AsiaInfo Technology.

CyberSecurityMew • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24

💼 Business M&A Cybersecurity Technology Finance Company News

AsiaInfo Security acquired a controlling stake in AsiaInfo Technology through asset restructuring.
AsiaInfo Technology is a prominent provider of software products and services in China, specializing in telecom software.
AsiaInfo Security is a significant player in China's network security software industry and has key technological advantages in various security areas.