Groupon founders choose NYC for Lightbank’s second office

January 30, 2013 4:00 AM Devindra Hardawar
Devindra Hardawar

When it came time for VC firm Lightbank to open its first office outside of Chicago, its partners -- including Groupon founders Brad Keywell and Eric Lefkofsky -- looked east to New York City, instead of Silicon Valley.

Funding Daily: MLK, 49ers, and the First Family

January 21, 2013 4:57 PM Rebecca Grant
Rebecca Grant

Despite the inaugural festivities, 49ers win yesterday, and MLK Day, there are still a few bits of funding news for your reading pleasure.

Report: VCs were cautious in 2012 but plan to be ‘highly active’ in 2013

January 18, 2013 8:35 AM Christina Farr
Christina Farr

With entrepreneur-friendly government regulation and high-quality late stage companies on the cusp of going public, VCs expect to see solid returns in the coming year.

Silicon Valley’s under-the-radar VC firm sees record-breaking year (exclusive)

January 17, 2013 10:31 AM Christina Farr
Christina Farr

Bessemer Venture Parters ("BVP") has made do with having the reputation as the "down to earth" venture capital firm. But 2012 was a record year, and BVP is ready to shout it from the rooftops.

Redpoint to grow startup garden with new $400M fund

January 16, 2013 11:04 AM Rebecca Grant
Rebecca Grant

Redpoint Ventures announced the closing of its fifth fund, $400 million dedicated to supporting early stage entrepreneurs, startups, and the technology they create.