This panel will explore the dynamic market segments venture capitalists are currently targeting as well as the health of the VC industry itself. Panelists will address investment trends as well as "competitors" to traditional VCs, such as angel investors. Are VCs earning better risk-adjusted returns than other asset classes? What are some of the new technology plays? Are VCs overinvesting in social media, or are sustainable business models emerging? Will the biomedical field begin to attract more investments? Do clean tech and alternative energy still hold appeal? Are more corporate VCs re-entering the space? Are there more cross-border deals taking place? Where are younger VCs placing their money and time?
Global Conference 2013
Former Prime Minister Tony Blair, philanthropist Bill Gates and Strive Masiyiwa of Econet Wireless discuss advancing prosperity in Africa.
