venture capital funds
Coverage of venture capital funds in the Nexus archive.
- How Sovereign Wealth Funds Invest in Digital Assets
Sovereign wealth funds invest in digital assets through regulated vehicles such as spot bitcoin ETFs, publicly traded companies with crypto exposure, blockchain infrastructure firms, and venture capital funds. Direct ownership of bitcoin or other tokens is uncommon due to governance rules, custody requirements, and political accountability.
- BUDGET 2026-27: Finance Bill sails through NA
The National Assembly passed the Finance Bill 2026, scrapping a proposed tax on low-sugar mineral water and hydration drinks, granting tax breaks for local airlines importing aircraft parts, and adjusting excise duties on electric vehicles based on their dollar value. Traders with turnover up to Rs200 million may opt out of a fixed tax regime, and income from private equity and venture capital funds is now tax-exempt.
- Hong Kong government’s venture fund eyes bigger bankroll after double-digit return
Hong Kong's government investment arm achieved a double-digit internal rate of return in 2024, surpassing many new venture capital funds. CEO Clara Chan Ka-chai stated the fund bypassed the typical 'J-curve' performance pattern by earning HK$2.3 billion that year.
- Hong Kong government’s venture fund eyes bigger bankroll after double-digit return
The Hong Kong government's venture fund, managed by Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC), achieved a double-digit internal rate of return in 2024, exceeding many new venture capital funds. CEO Clara Chan Ka-chai noted the fund bypassed the typical J-curve performance, earning HK$2.3 billion, and is now seeking additional funding.