Insighs from the Middle East
Dr. Abdul Malik Al Jaber recently visited King Abdullah University of Science and Technology in Saudi Arabia where he was encouraged by the initiatives and progress of the startup community and the potential that this region holds in terms of future angel investment opportunities. ''I recently visited KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology) and did a tour of...
The Science of Startup Compass Theory
SCT seeks to provide entrepreneurs with guidelines for start-ups that has been validated by scientific research. Prof. Ketikidis explains. What is SCT? The Start-up Compass Theory (SCT) is a methodology based on a highly practice-oriented set of guidelines for future entrepreneurs who wish to successfully launch their start-up and ensure its growth. Originating from a well-renowned and lucrative entrepreneur, Baybars Altuntas,...
Four Decade Investment Rollercoaster
With over forty years experience in the world of investment, Peter Cowley knows what it takes to ride the investment rollercoaster; success and failure are part of the learning curve but he has weathered the storms and has found a satisfying balance in his life. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I had a good technology education in England....
The FinTech Revolution has begun
A conversation with Paolo Sironi, FinTech Thought Leader for IBM Watson Financial Services and spokesperson for investment and risk analytics. How would you describe today’s digital transformation? We live in a digital era which is revolutionising our lives at an accelerated pace. We are progressively dedicating more time to staying connected, as we are exposed to a global deluge of...
CEOpreneurs and Angel Investment
As an angel investor with a CEO background, what advice do you have for CEOs who are considering becoming an angel investor? Angel and venture capital investing is not only risky, but also involves a heavy commitment on one’s time. I started after I left my CEO position with Oger Telecom in 2011, as I wasn’t able to do...
But what is ‘the best finance’?
Baybars Altuntas Chairman, World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) In the past, inventions were important for the economic development of societies. In the 21st century, however, it is not invention but innovation that counts. In those earlier times, entrepreneurial skills were not needed to get an invention to the market because customers were ready to buy anything new. Entrepreneurs need much more...
Capital Carnaval As Brazilian Angel Investment Flourishes
Cassio Spina, Founder and President, Anjos do Brasil takes us on a guided tour through the promising and dynamic Brazilian Angel Investment landscape. Despite Brazil suffering a political and economic crisis in the past several years, marked by the impeachment of a president and negative GDP, Angel Investment still keeps growing. 2016 saw the Brazilian Angel ecosystem break through the...
