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Michael Bodley
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Senior VC Reporter, PitchBook
New York
Beats
capital flowsTop venture capital funds from a GP and LP perspective. Scoops about fund launches blow ups people moves and more. And always on the lookout for trends.
Not a fan of the blanket embargo.
Content
By Michael Bodley Verified| PitchBook Verified SignalFire, an early mover in AI-assisted venture investing, has raised more than $1 billion of fresh capital, bringing its AUM to about $3 billion. SignalFire is taking advantage of the continued enthusiasm among limited partners and VCs in AI. OpenAI’s record venture round of $40 billion last week propelled AI’s cumulative Q1 deal value to about 58% of all global VC deals, according to new PitchBook research.
By Michael Bodley Verified, Nadine Manske| PitchBook Verified VC investments in fintech startups have declined for three years in a row, but a recent flurry of later-stage deals and exits could point to a rebound. Median pre-money valuations for all venture-backed fintech companies jumped 94.4% year-over-year in 2024, with gains across every funding stage.
Venture capital manufacturing deals were already declining before Trump's tariffs entered the picture
By Michael Bodley Verified| PitchBook Verified US venture capital funding for manufacturing startups has slowed since its 2021 peak—and now, President Donald Trump’s tariffs are injecting fresh uncertainty into the sector. US manufacturing startups notched 213 VC deals in Q1, according to the latest PitchBook–NVCA Venture Monitor. That puts 2025 on pace to fall well short of last year’s 1,004 total deals. But total deal value is ticking up with the market maturing since the 2021 boom, and valuations still buoyed by that era’s highs.
Company Info
PitchBook
PitchBook is a prominent provider of data, research, and insights in the global capital markets. The company focuses on delivering market research on emerging trends that attract investors, including swarm AI, 4D printing, and ghost kitchens. Its platform supports various financial activities such as venture capital, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and market research. The services offered by PitchBook include detailed data on private and public companies, funding information, and market trends. Their Excel Plugin allows users to integrate PitchBook's data into their workflows, enhancing valuation models and due diligence processes. Additionally, PitchBook provides screening tools to help users generate lists of companies based on specific criteria, along with insights into various industry verticals. The company is recognized for its responsive customer support, ensuring users receive timely assistance with their inquiries.
Los Angeles, New York, United States, United States
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Founded: 2007