Fundraising

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Futuristic cityscape with AI data streams, representing Menlo Ventures' $3 billion fund and investment in artificial intelligence.

Menlo Ventures raises $3B fund after backing Anthropic

Menlo Ventures has just closed its largest capital raise in its 50-year history, securing $3 billion for new funds, a move largely fueled by its aggressive, multi-million dollar bets on AI.

Dr. Anya Sharma·June 24, 2026

Futuristic AI defense technology with glowing neural networks and advanced hardware, symbolizing significant venture capital investment in national security.

Venture & Startups

StrictlyVC Los Angeles event focuses on defense tech AI fundraising

In 2024, defense tech AI companies have already raised $5.

Dr. Anya Sharma·June 5, 2026

Founders presenting a startup pitch on a stage to judges, emphasizing the critical balance between market size and go-to-market traction.

Founders & Leaders

How to Succeed in Startup Battlefield Pitches

Founders vying for the TechCrunch Startup Battlefield's $100,000 prize spend five times more time discussing market size than actual go-to-market traction in their pitches.

Alejandro Mendoza·June 2, 2026