by Global Capital Network | May 9, 2025 | Fundraising Instruments
Content: Raising money for your startup can be complex — and in early stages, traditional priced rounds can slow you down. That’s why SAFEs (Simple Agreements for Future Equity) have become a go-to fundraising vehicle for startups. Originally developed by Y...
by Global Capital Network | May 9, 2025 | Startup Finance
What Is Startup Valuation? Startup valuation refers to the estimated worth of a startup at a specific point in time. Early-stage startups are often valued based on: Market size and opportunity Founding team strength Product development stage User traction and revenue...
by Global Capital Network | May 6, 2025 | Startup Fundraising
What Investors Really Want to See in a Startup Before Saying Yes You’ve crafted the perfect pitch, built your deck, and landed a meeting with an investor. Now what? It turns out, investors aren’t just looking at your idea. They’re evaluating dozens of invisible...
by Global Capital Network | May 6, 2025 | Startup Fundraising
The Ultimate Guide to Startup Pitch Decks (With Real Examples) A great pitch deck can make or break your fundraising efforts. It’s not just slides — it’s your startup’s story, traction, and credibility, packed into a compelling 10-minute narrative. So how do you craft...
by Global Capital Network | May 6, 2025 | Startup Fundraising
The Real Cost of Raising Capital — Time, Dilution, and Tradeoffs Raising capital is often framed as a win. A badge of success. “We raised $2 million!”“Just closed our Series A!” But what many founders don’t realize is that capital comes at a real cost — and not just...