Giza Venture Capital News
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https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/start-up-nation-seeks-to-emerge-unscathed-from-coronavirus-crisis-627879
Israeli start-ups in the hi-tech sector are facing challenges due to the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus outbreak. The majority of investments in Israeli hi-tech come from abroad, making the success of Israeli start-ups dependent on the global market. The lack of diversity in Israels key economic growth engine, as well as the shortage of skilled human capital, are additional threats to the sector. Venture capital funds are currently relying on money raised prior to the outbreak, and maintaining hi-tech activity is critical for the Israeli economy. The government is being urged to intervene and provide direct assistance to start-ups. Despite the investment slowdown, there may be investment opportunities from Asian investors, particularly as Asian countries recover from the pandemic. Israeli start-ups with disruptive technologies may still be able to raise funds, but negotiating power has shifted to investors.
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Giza Venture Capital to raise up to $50m more for fifth fund
Giza Venture Capital plans to raise up to $50 million to make new investments and support the current portfolio companies of the Giza V Fund. The move is intended to exploit government backing for institutional investing in VC funds. Giza wants to increase the number of Israeli institutional investors in the fund and utilize the government plan. The company will not launch a new fund in the next two years. Gizas previous investors are mainly from North America and the Far East. The follow-on funding is being done with the knowledge and consent of the current investors.
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Giza VC raises Poland fund
Giza Venture Capital has raised a $30 million fund, Giza Polish Ventures, to expand its international operations in Poland. The Israeli VC industry is shrinking, with a decrease in venture capital investments in Israeli companies. Giza decided to expand its operations to Poland to stay relevant and tap into a growing market with potential synergy with Israeli high tech. Giza Polish Ventures will invest in local companies in Poland and will be managed by local partners. Giza Venture Capital is one of Israels oldest venture capital funds, managing $562 million in five funds.
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