Spring Has Sprung in the Northeast United States
As the weather warms up and flowers start to bloom, something else is also flourishing – startup-on-startup deals are the new crop this season!
On the latest episode of Equity’s startup-focused Wednesday show, we delved into the Multiverse-Searchlight deal, which brought back memories of our previous coverage on the Wonderschool-Early Day transaction. We also explored the latest Guesty round, which was both massive and intriguing; the Monad Labs transaction that led to us explaining the difference between L1 and L2 blockchains; and Cyera’s recent mega-round.
Startup Land is buzzing with activity, and high-dollar deals are back in vogue. We wrapped up the show with an exciting discussion of a new venture capital fund targeting growth rounds in Africa.
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The Multiverse-Searchlight Deal
The Multiverse-Searchlight deal caught our attention, and we couldn’t help but think back to our previous coverage on the Wonderschool-Early Day transaction. This deal highlights the growing trend of startup-on-startup acquisitions, where established companies are acquiring emerging startups to gain a competitive edge.
The Guesty Round
The latest Guesty round was both massive and intriguing. With its significant funding, Guesty is poised to continue disrupting the hospitality industry with its innovative solutions. We’re eager to see how this new funding will impact the company’s growth trajectory.
The Monad Labs Transaction
The Monad Labs transaction led us down a rabbit hole of explaining the difference between L1 and L2 blockchains. As the blockchain space continues to evolve, it’s essential for investors and entrepreneurs to understand these concepts to make informed decisions.
Cyera’s Mega-Round
Cyera’s recent mega-round is a testament to the growing interest in cybersecurity solutions. With its innovative approach to threat detection, Cyera is well-positioned to capitalize on this trend.
New Venture Capital Fund Targeting Growth Rounds in Africa
The new venture capital fund targeting growth rounds in Africa caught our attention. This fund aims to support emerging startups in the region, providing them with the necessary resources to scale and grow.
Startup Land is buzzing with activity, and high-dollar deals are back in vogue. We’re excited to see what the future holds for these innovative companies and entrepreneurs.
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Full Interview Transcript and Episode Archive
For those who prefer reading over listening, the full interview transcript is available for your convenience. You can also check out our archive of episodes on Simplecast.
Additional Resources
- Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi resigns from self-driving truck startup Aurora’s board: Rebecca Bellan
- Inside the wild fall and last-minute revival of Bench, the VC-backed accounting startup that imploded over the holidays: Charles Rollet
- These fintech companies are hiring in 2025 after a turbulent year: Mary Ann Azevedo
- Apple TV+ is free to stream this weekend: Aisha Malik
- Cloudflare’s VPN app among half-dozen pulled from Indian app stores: Manish Singh
- These 55 robotics companies are hiring: Brian Heater
- Internal SpaceX documents show the sweet stock deals offered to investors like a16z, Gigafund: Julie Bort
