My next unicorn is (actually a) beehiiv

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I. My next unicorn is (actually a) beehiiv

Daniel Attia discusses the rapid growth of Beehiiv (Fund IV), a newsletter platform founded by Tyler Denk, and how it has become a leading force in the creator economy. Despite initial skepticism and rejection from investors, beehiiv has scaled quickly, leveraging a vision to provide creators with tools for direct-to-audience publishing and monetization. The company’s success is attributed to its innovative features, strong network of investors, and ability to solve "Big Ass Problems" for creators, positioning it for a billion-dollar valuation in the near future.

II. The Top Startups of 2025 - Wellfounds 10 of 10

Discover Wellfound's top 10 startups across ten key industries like AI, Fintech, and more for 2025. These innovative companies are set to make significant impacts, selected through expert insights and community data. Among the list is Seeds Investor, a Fund IV portfolio company.

III. Wealthtech Roundup: Orion, iCapital, Savvy, Garuda, Wealth.com And More

Garuda Ventures (SLAF) led a $1.5 million investment in Archive Intel (Fund IV), a firm specializing in AI-driven compliance archiving solutions for investment advisors. The company, which has rapidly gained traction with over 220 clients and 2,000 users in just six months, provides a platform that ensures communication compliance across multiple channels, helping financial institutions meet regulatory requirements. This investment aims to support Archive Intel's continued innovation in reshaping how the financial sector manages communication compliance.

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