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Global startup funding surged in the second quarter, reaching $79 billion — a 16% rise quarter-over-quarter and a 12% increase from Q2 2023’s $71 billion. Mega-rounds ($100 million+) were key drivers of this growth. 🔍 Key Highlights: AI Takes the Lead: AI funding more than doubled quarter-over-quarter to $24 billion, representing 30% of all investments and marking…

AI is not just a buzzword anymore – it’s a game-changer in the sales world. By automating routine tasks, analyzing customer data, and optimizing sales strategies, AI enables businesses to improve prospect targeting and personalize customer interactions. From accelerating sales workflows to providing deeper insights into customer behaviours, AI is revolutionizing sales processes like never…

Mastering lead scoring and grading is crucial for businesses in today’s digital landscape. They streamline lead management, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness. Lead Scoring: Ranks prospects based on perceived value, prioritizing leads ready for sales engagement. Lead Grading: Evaluates leads against the ideal customer profile, focusing on demographic fit. Key Differences: Scoring: Based on behavior and…

This month, one year ago, we saw the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and what seemed to be the peak of fear in the VC World. The ripple effects of this collapse were severe, denting confidence in the market and affecting appetite for risk. Fast-forward to March 2024, and the green shoots have definitely returned.…

Despite predictions of a slowdown, the AI sector remains red-hot! Glean, the AI-enhanced work assistant startup, just secured a massive $200 million in Series D funding at a $2.2 billion valuation. Led by Kleiner Perkins and Lightspeed Venture Partners, the round includes support from Sequoia, Coatue, Iconiq Growth, and more. Glean, based in Palo Alto,…