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The Great VC Ice Age is Thawing (for now) – Part 1 of 3

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When venture capitalists scale back investing activities it can be very swift and leave many companies that are in the process of fund raising hung out to dry. This should not be confused with raising too much money as many companies did in 2006-08. Market downturn – We all know that investors move in herds. Short answer – yes.

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Turing Distinguished Leader Series: With Partner David Zhang, TVC

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And before we get started, could you share a little about TCV and what got you into venture investing? So, think of the typical two founders with a pitch book in a garage. I founded a startup years ago, and that’s how I started getting a taste of it. What guidance for your portfolio companies? Jonathan Siddharth .

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