LATEST NEWS ON PRE IPO COMPANIES
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China-US Shift: Who Builds What, and implications for Venture Investing.
China’s retreat from U.S. Treasuries, combined with its rise in global manufacturing and tech, signals a rebalancing of power. This macro shift has deep implications for venture investing, supporting critical infrastructure, energy and defense.
Shield AI’s Path to a $24 Billion Valuation.
To justify a $24B valuation, Shield AI must achieve $1.2–$3B in revenue with 25–40% EBITDA margins by 2028. We examine defense vs. tech multiples, peer benchmarks like Anduril and Palantir, and outline strategic levers for scaling Hivemind and reducing public market risks.
Where Defense, Energy, Cyber and AI-Infra Sectors Converge
Discover why the next generation of transformative startups won’t fit neatly into a single sector. At America 2030 Fund, we invest where defense, AI, energy, and cybersecurity converge—unlocking the compounding value of dual-use technologies. Learn how companies like Crusoe and Shield AI exemplify this crossover strategy in hardtech.
IPO Returns: How Are The Latest Ten Tech IPOs faring in the Public Market
FatPipe and CoreWeave deliver triple-digit gains post-IPO, capturing attention in early secondary markets. Meanwhile, Ibotta and MNTN show sharp losses. We analyze short-term IPO returns and identify emerging winners for secondary venture capital investors.
AI Infrastructure Startups: The Emerging Leaders Reshaping Compute, Data, and Robotics
Explore the top emerging startups in AI infrastructure, from fast inference chips to quantum computing. This snapshot reveals competitive clusters across five high-growth segments: hardware, cloud compute, data platforms, robotics, and quantum. Gain insight into which firms are defining the next wave of AI.
Self-Directed IRA and Venture Capital Funds: A Powerful Combination
As volatility challenges traditional 60/40 portfolios, SDIRA platforms like Alto are enabling individual investors to diversify retirement accounts into private equity, VC, and credit—once reserved for institutions. Here’s why secondary investors should pay attention.
Why Losses Hurt More Than Gains Feel Good, The Worry About Losing Money is Legit.
When it comes to money, human psychology plays a powerful role in shaping our decisions. One of the most well-documented phenomena in behavioral economics is loss aversion, which explains why the pain of losing money feels far worse than the pleasure of gaining an equivalent amount. This concept, first introduced by Amos Tversky and Daniel Kahneman through their groundbreaking prospect theory, has profound implications for how we make financial decisions.
18 Uprounds, 1 Listing, over $7 billion of fresh capital: Why AMERICA 2030’s Strategy Is Delivering Results
In just over a quarter into 2025, AMERICA 2030 has witnessed a remarkable confirmation of its investment thesis: 18 companies in our deal pipeline have already raised follow-on rounds at higher valuations, and Kodiak Robotics just announced a public listing via SPAC. This rapid validation highlights that we are picking the right companies at the right time—positioned at the intersection of defense, energy, security, and AI—at attractive secondary prices before broader capital catches up.
Boxabl 2024 Form 10-K Summary: A Crossroads Between Innovation and Execution
In 2024, Boxabl invested over $40 million to generate $3.4 million in revenue, selling 51 Casitas and making operational and regulatory advancements across several states. Key operational milestones include the certification of 83 installers, regulatory approvals in New Mexico, Nevada, and California, and continued R&D to expand the product line both up-market and down-market.
Groq’s $2.8B Valuation
Groq raises $640M in Series D funding and secures a $1.5B Saudi commitment to build global AI infrastructure, challenging Nvidia with energy-efficient AI chips.
7 opportunities for investors interested in dual-use defense.
Instead of picking individual bets across defense, AI, energy, and cybersecurity, investors can gain diversified exposure through a single, actively managed fund—like America 2030.
By investing in a portfolio built across these critical sectors, with disciplined entry points and real-time market responsiveness, investors can access the upside of national interest technologies while mitigating the risk of sector concentration or timing missteps.
Crusoe Energy’s big AI Pivot
Crusoe Energy is making a bold pivot to AI infrastructure, developing a 4 million sq. ft. hyperscale data center campus in Texas and securing collaborations with OpenAI, Oracle, and Google. As AI overtakes energy as its primary revenue stream, Crusoe is emerging as a critical enabler of sustainable, high-performance compute.
Castelion: Hypersonic Defense Disruptor Gaining Speed in the Secondary VC Market
Castelion, a hypersonic weapons startup founded by ex-SpaceX engineers, raised $100M in January 2025 to mass-produce affordable long-range strike systems. Backed by Lightspeed, a16z, and others, the company is poised to reshape defense tech with rapid testing and scalable manufacturing.
Google’s $32B Wiz Acquisition Sparks Momentum in AI-Driven Cybersecurity
Google’s $32B acquisition of Wiz signals strong investor confidence in AI-driven cybersecurity, boosting valuations and M&A activity. This creates a positive climate for secondary market investors, especially in high-growth cybersecurity startups. America 2030’s pipeline includes top firms like Orca Security, Cybereason, and Dragos—positioned for potential exits. Explore pre-IPO opportunities now.
Figure AI’s $39.5 Billion Valuation: A Game-Changer in Humanoid Robotics?
Figure AI is reportedly raising $1.5 billion at a staggering $39.5 billion valuation—15x its February 2024 value. With commercial deals secured and production scaling, it now ranks among the world’s top robotics companies. Is this the future of AI-driven automation?
The AI Arms Race: How China tries to Overtake the U.S. by 2030
China is racing to surpass the U.S. in AI dominance by 2030, leveraging state subsidies, aggressive data collection, and alleged IP theft. With companies like DeepSeek and Huawei leading the charge, how can America maintain its edge?
The U.S.-China AI Race: An Ecosystem Problem, Not Just a Technology Gap
We discuss two key sectors of the America 2030 fund that are connected with China.
China’s rapid industrialization is not just about manufacturing dominance—it’s about building an entire ecosystem that supports AI, from infrastructure to energy. With six times the U.S.‘s electrical grid expansion in 2023 alone, China is laying the foundation to dominate AI. This isn’t just a technology race; it’s a systemic shift.
Huntress: Pioneering Cybersecurity for the Underserved SMB Market
Huntress, a cybersecurity leader for SMBs, has surpassed $100M ARR and raised $150M at a $1.5B+ valuation. With rapid growth, key acquisitions, and a potential 2025 IPO, Huntress is a prime candidate for secondary market interest. Discover its market position, funding history, and future outlook.
Kraken’s Market Resurgence: Secondary Activity and Growth Signals in 2025
Kraken is demonstrating a strong recovery, marked by a resurgence in secondary market trading, growing revenue, and strategic expansion efforts. While regulatory pressures persist, the exchange’s security-first approach and institutional focus position it well for sustained growth. For investors, Kraken remains a compelling pre-IPO opportunity with improving market sentiment.
Neuralink begins testing brain-controlled assistive robotics
Neuralink has launched its CONVOY study, testing its brain-computer interface (BCI) for controlling assistive robotic devices. The study’s first participant, Alex, who is paralyzed from the neck down, previously used Neuralink’s BCI to design graphics telepathically. Now, he will explore controlling a robotic arm, marking a major step in assistive tech.