Venture Capital Guest Articles

Contributed articles by experts from across the venture capital industry

USD Strength and FX Hedging Considerations for Fund Managers

24 March 2025 Public Brett Morrell

As global markets continue their attempts to adjust to the policies of President Trump’s second term, there is a resounding sentiment of uncertainty and volatility. However, one consistent market theme that appears to have staying power is the strength of the USD compared to other global currencies

Women in Alternative Investments: Progress and Challenges

10 March 2025 Public Emily Davy

Many alternative investment firms such as hedge funds, private credit and private equity firms now understand that fostering a diverse talent pool is not just the right thing to do but also makes good business sense

Making Venture Capital in India Work

28 October 2024 Public Archana Jahagirdar

Navigating the Indian context successfully requires a profound understanding of India’s economy, its key sectors and companies, its capital markets, its legal system and its cultural differences

Enhanced Cayman Islands Beneficial Ownership Regime Now in Force

12 August 2024 Public Martin Byers

Investment funds registered with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) will need to determine whether they will elect to take the "alternative route to compliance" or whether they will establish and maintain a beneficial ownership register

Key Trends in Indian Tech for Venture Capital Investors

22 July 2024 Public Archana Jahagirdar

India’s tech sector is powered by a robust startup ecosystem that is the third largest in the world

Greater RegTech Investment Could See England Score Listings and Innovation Brace

1 July 2024 Public Oliver Blower

The potential posed by incentivising greater investment in Britain’s regtech innovators must not be overlooked

The Perils of Dry Powder: Exploring the Risks in the Venture Capital Sector

1 July 2024 Public Tom Woolcott

Its excessive accumulation poses significant risks to investors and the broader startup ecosystem

London Remains a Beacon of Stability for Private Equity Firms

20 May 2024 Public Jan Timmerman

The resilience and adaptability of London's financial ecosystem, coupled with its strategic positioning and commitment to innovation, position the city at the forefront of global private equity and venture capital markets

How Can Fund Managers Navigate a Minefield of VAT Regulations?

7 May 2024 Public Dougie Todd

The VAT position of UK fund managers is complicated and HMRC’s current position remains unclear on several issues

Anti-Greenwashing in the Spotlight: UK Firms Gearing Up for New Rules and Guidance

25 March 2024 Public Jessica Reed | Edward Twigger

UK regulated firms will need to ensure that sustainability-related claims made by firms are clear, fair, and not misleading

Assessing the Potential of AI in Fund Services

18 March 2024 Public Chris Day | Inesa Pistolas

From back-office automation and enhanced decision making to managing risk and portfolio optimisation, fund service providers are increasingly looking at the potential for sophisticated AI tools to help maximise returns and achieve investor goals

Turning Tax Compliance Data Into Actionable Decision-Support Information

13 December 2023 Public Gary A. Mills

Your tax compliance data can be leveraged for more than simply filing tax returns and your process should deliver the ability to transform those tax compliance data into actionable decision-support information

Understanding Intellectual Property Risks in Tech Acquisitions

27 November 2023 Public Philippe Thomas

For parties engaged in tech transactions, recognising the value and navigating the challenges of software IP is crucial

EU Proposes Root and Branch Review of Its Flagship Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation

23 October 2023 Public William Yonge

There will be industry concern about the prospect of having to overhaul existing SFDR-compliant systems following the investment made over the last few years

Boom To Bust: Investor Risks When a German Portfolio Company Faces Insolvency

9 October 2023 Public Peter Memminger | Jonas Schwarz

A less well known issue is that under German law, investors (as direct or indirect shareholders) may be exposed to additional risks in a portfolio company’s insolvency, which may exceed the original investment