Tag: Sequoia Capital

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Sequoia’s European Lead Outlines Path to Building $100 Billion Tech Giants on the Continent

Sequoia Capital’s European lead Luciana Lixandru has detailed the continent’s potential for creating $100 billion technology companies. The venture capital veteran discussed what makes European startups stand out and why London is emerging as an AI hub. Sources indicate her insights come from building Sequoia’s European presence since 2020.

Europe’s Next Chapter in Tech Building

Sequoia Capital’s European lead Luciana Lixandru has outlined ambitious plans for creating $100 billion companies on the continent, according to reports from the recent Sifted Summit. During a live recording session with host Amy, the venture capital veteran discussed what analysts suggest is Europe’s “Act Two” in technology development and global competitiveness.

by Elisa Romero
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Venture Capital Industry Faces “Return-Free Risk” Crisis, Warns Sequoia Partner

Veteran investor Roelof Botha claims the venture capital industry has “too much money” chasing too few quality investment opportunities. The Sequoia Capital partner suggests the current model represents a “return-free risk” that cannot mathematically deliver expected returns.

Venture Capital Industry Faces Fundamental Math Problem

According to recent podcast appearances by Sequoia Capital partner Roelof Botha, the venture capital industry is grappling with a fundamental mathematical problem that threatens returns. Sources indicate that Botha, who previously served as a PayPal executive, shared his contrarian perspective based on more than two decades of investing experience in Silicon Valley.

by Nathan Cole