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Raising capital has never been simple for early-stage founders. The pressure to build a compelling pitch, identify the right investors, maintain outreach momentum, and still run the company creates a uniquely draining marathon. But according to Brigitte Baumann,...

They're not entirely wrong; AI agents are indeed the next frontier, with venture capital pouring $2.8 billion into AI agent startups in 2025 alone. But building a functioning AI agent startup is less like conducting a symphony and more like herding cats who...

The real engine is something far less glamorous, but far more powerful: tax relief for early-stage investors. SEIS & EIS tax relief schemes for angel investments More than 90% of all angel investments in the UK are made under the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme...

I’ve spent my first few months at Dealum deep in conversations with angel investors — not pitching or in founder mode, but really listening. It’s been fascinating hearing what they actually need to understand how their portfolio companies are performing. And honestly?...

Every startup has customer wins. Some can tell those stories in a way that lands new customers and impresses investors. Most can't. The difference isn't luck or natural charisma, it's knowing how to let the results and your customers speak louder than you do. This...

Deep tech refers to companies that use revolutionary scientific research to address complex, systemic challenges. Those companies deal with fields like AI, robotics, quantum computing, biotechnology, advanced materials, and energy. Deep tech innovations are often...

Many accelerators struggle with maintaining value for their alumni startups after the program concludes. It’s definitely no easy feat to keep the alumni engaged, but it’s worth it. Let’s learn from the best and see how they do it. The flywheel effect of supporting...

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership between Dealum, a leading platform for early-stage investment management, and TechCon Global, a purpose-driven organization dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders through high-impact...

Angel investing is never static. As markets shift and technologies evolve, so do the factors that influence which startups get funded. From round maturity to sector trends, here’s what’s hot, what’s not, and what actually converts interest into investment. The Angel...

In this webinar, moderated by Darja Ogorodnik, we brought together organizational change expert Age Rosenberg, Ashok Kamal (Executive Director at NuFund Venture Group), and Diane Szoke (Director of Operations at Charleston Angel Partners). Together, they shared a deep...