By Lucidity Insights Research Team • May 30, 2024
[Trailer] "The Perfect Pitch" Podcast by Lucidity Insights
Welcome to The Perfect Pitch, your go-to masterclass for nailing your next big investment! This exclusive series by Lucidity Insights takes you straight into the minds of top venture capitalists. Each episode reveals what really drives investor decisions, dives deep into the venture capital landscape, and gives you actionable tips to craft a pitch that wins. Whether you're a seasoned founder or launching your first startup, The Perfect Pitch equips you with the proven strategies to secure the funding your business needs to scale. Don’t miss out—learn from the experts and elevate your fundraising game today!
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Dubai's Venture Capital Ecosystem
There are 749 scale-ups that have raised over US $1 million in fundraising in the Middle East and North Africa region; collectively raising over US $19.5 billion, cumulatively, as of December 2022. Over 40% of these scale-ups call Dubai home.
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Watch the video to explore May 2024 MENAPT startup investments: 41% drop in deal value, key Proptech deals, and notable funding rounds. Discover trends!
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Q1 2024 sees MENAPT VC funding drop to $1.52B with top deals by Telegram and Salla. Discover the top 5 deals in this recap. Watch the video for more insights!
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