Analysis – Page 74

In Churchill’s history of The Second World War he wrote of his emotions upon hearing that Japan had attacked US forces at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 that only “silly people, and there were many,” underestimated American strength. For him, the entry of the US into the war meant that the ultimate outcome—favourable for his countries… Continue reading Feeling ‘the greatest joy’

Israel – 10 years on, what is the status of the ‘startup nation’?

Referring to Israel as the “startup nation” is hardly original now. Having first arisen in 2009 with the publication of Saul Singer’s and Dan Senor’s book Start-up Nation, the nickname has remained associated with the country – and not without good reason. In spite of having a population of just 8.5 million people, which places… Continue reading Israel – 10 years on, what is the status of the ‘startup nation’?

Continuing metamorphosis of the media sector

Sector focus: Media

Deals and value up in April

The number of corporate-backed deals we reported from around the globe in April stood at 234, up 48% from the 158 funding rounds in the same month last year. Investment value also increased considerably, by 30%, to $14.24bn – up from $10.97bn in April 2017. April registered somewhat weaker results than March this year with… Continue reading Deals and value up in April

GUV Awards 2018 nominees

Global University Venturing will reveal the winners of this year’s awards at the gala dinner as part of GUV: Fusion on May 22.