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Coming off a difficult year of war and conflict, Yonatan Sela shares insights for CTech’s 2025 VC Survey where he is confident Israeli high-tech will remain strong despite its challenges.
Square Peg, a venture capital firm, has shown resilience in the Israeli high-tech sector despite the challenges of 2024, including war and economic downturns. The firm has seen growth in startup funding and M&A activity, with a focus on AI, SaaS, and Fintech investments. Square Peg is raising new funds and has made significant investments in companies like Exodigo and Nimble, which are poised for growth in 2025. The firm believes in the long-term potential of Israeli tech and is preparing for continued success by leveraging AI and other emerging technologies.
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Square Peg to invest a third of new $550 million fund in Israeli startups | CTech
Australian venture capital firm Square Peg has raised $550 million for its fifth fund. The fund will be used for investments across Southeast Asia, Australia, and Israel, with a focus on early-stage startups. Square Peg has over $3 billion in assets under management and has invested in over 70 companies. In Israel, the firm has invested over $250 million in local startups. The new fund is expected to invest in around 20 companies, with deal sizes ranging from $1 million to $30 million.
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הקרן שהשקיעה 250 מיליון דולר בסטארטאפים ישראלים: ''יזמים חיים עם סט הנחות מסוים ופתאום השולחן רועד''
Yonatan Sela, a prominent angel investor, has become a partner in Square Peg, a major fund that has already invested in companies such as Fiverr, Canva, and Tomorrow. Square Peg manages about $3 billion and operates mainly in Australia, Asia, and Israel. Its portfolio includes two of the worlds most prominent unicorns in recent years: Stripe and Canva, among others. In Israel, the fund has invested in companies such as tomorrow.io (climate technologies), Aidoc (AI in the medical field), Sternum (Cyber for IoT), and Deci (AI infrastructure). So far, Square Peg has returned $550 million to investors.
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VC Square Peg appoints Yonatan Sela as Partner as it expands its activity in Israel CTech
Venture capital fund Square Peg is expanding its operations in Israel and has appointed Yonatan Sela as Partner to manage its investment activities in the country. Square Peg, which manages $1.2 billion across several funds, primarily invests in Australia, Southeast Asia, and Israel. The firm is currently raising a new fund expected to be at least $500 million in size. Square Pegs portfolio includes notable unicorns such as Canva and Stripe. The fund has invested $250 million in Israeli startups, focusing on Seed and A rounds. Square Peg has returned $550 million to investors so far. The expansion in Israel is driven by the countrys strong ecosystem and the opportunity to support the creation of world-changing companies.
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VC Square Peg raises $450m to ramp up Israel investment
Tel Aviv-based venture capital firm Square Peg Capital has closed its fourth generation of venture capital funds, raising $450 million. The firm plans to increase its investments in Israel. Square Peg has made a record-breaking number of investments this year and has returned $400 million to investors since March. The firm has hired startup founder Yonatan Sela and Riskifieds Business Operations director Orly Amir. Square Peg has invested over $170 million in 12 Israeli companies, including ClimaCell, Aidoc, and Fiverr. The firm has also invested in global unicorns such as Airwallex, Canva, and Stripe. Square Peg focuses on series A and B investments in technology startups across Australia, Israel, and Southeast Asia.
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Israeli-Australian VC firm Square Peg raises $250 million in commitments
Israeli-Australian venture capital firm Square Peg Capital has raised $250 million in commitments for its fourth core fund and a separate fund for later-stage investments in existing portfolio companies. The funding includes significant contributions from Australian pension companies Host-Plus Pty Ltd. and AustralianSuper. Square Peg invests in Israeli, Australian, and Southeast Asian companies, with the Israeli market representing 40% of its investments. The firm plans to expand its Tel Aviv team and make additional hires throughout the year.
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Square Peg closes $340m fund as global ambitions take shape
Square Peg, a venture capital firm, has experienced growth-positive impacts in recent months. Its portfolio company Prospa listed on the ASX, Fiverr went public on the NYSE with a valuation of $650 million, and PureSec was acquired by Palo Alto Networks. Square Peg has appointed its first female partner and has already invested 20-25% of its $340 million fund. The firm plans to raise more funds in about 12 months. Superannuation fund Hostplus has invested in Square Peg, and more superannuation funds are interested in investing. Square Peg aims to be recognized as one of the best global VC funds.
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Australia's Square Peg Capital seeks over $158m for new fund - Report
Australian venture capital firm Square Peg Capital is seeking more than A$200 million ($158 million) for its upcoming fund.
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Modesty, good intentions - and $150m
Australian venture capital firm, Square Peg Capital, brought a delegation of 40 investors and company executives to Israel to learn about the local high-tech industry. The firm, which started operating in Israel three years ago, intends to invest about $150 million in the country. The fund does not have a specific focus stage for investment, and can invest at early stages or put down tens of millions of dollars at late stages. So far, Square Peg has announced investments in three Israeli companies: Glide, Feedvisor, and JethroData.
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Australian VC fund Square Peg expands to Israel
Square Peg Capital, an Australian venture capital fund, plans to invest $100 million annually in technology start-ups in Australia, Israel, and the US. The fund has already invested $50 million in 20 companies, with two Israeli companies in its portfolio. The Liberman family, known for their investments in Israeli companies, is among the investors in the fund. Square Peg aims to expand its global portfolio and sees Australia as its biggest market, followed by Israel and the US. The fund has been impressed by the opportunities and support from the tech ecosystem in Israel. Square Peg is represented in Israel by Dan Krasnostein and Arad Naveh.
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