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Dialpad is on an award streak! ?? We’re thrilled to celebrate two incredible achievements for our portfolio company, Dialpad: ? Top UCaaS Supplier by Intelisys This award recognizes Dialpad’s leadership in Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) and its strong performance at Intelisys Channel Connect 2024. ? UC Today’s Innovator of the Year Congratulations to Craig Walker, Dialpad’s CEO, for being recognized for his impact and leadership in driving innovation in the communications space. Well-deserved recognition for a team pushing boundaries! ??

?? Another major announcement from Wiz—this time, they’ve acquired Dazz! ? Dazz’s powerful remediation engine will supercharge how teams pinpoint, prioritize, and resolve risks—from code to cloud to on-prem. Together, they’re setting a new standard for what seamless, unified security looks like. Big moves from Wiz—excited for what’s next! ?? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g2AweVgy

?? Big update from Wiz! They've partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to launch the new #AmazonQ developer plugin. ???? This integration lets developers ask natural-language questions like "What are my critical issues in Wiz?"—and get instant insights directly within the AWS console. As Deepak Singh, VP at AWS, highlights, this collaboration brings security closer to developers' daily workflows—a win for efficiency and protection.

The G Squared team is heading to Helsinki for the 2024 Slush Conference! ?? Catch Richard Harris, Metodi Shopnikolov, and Alessandro Tronza at the event. If you're attending tomorrow or on November 21st and would like to say hello, we’d love to hear from you! #slush #venturecapital

??Fanatics is on a roll! ? Following recent collaborations with the NHL, lululemon and World Rugby, Fanatics has now teamed up with Leeds United Football Club in a long-term partnership to enhance the fan experience across all retail channels, both locally and globally. From premium fan apparel to licensed merchandise, Fanatics continues to expand its reach and redefine fan engagement across the sports sector. ? Wonder who’s next on their roster? Stay tuned!??

??Insightful discussions on the evolving role of venture capital at Web Summit 2024. On Day 2 at the MEO Arena in Lisbon, Edith Yeung, General Partner at Race Capital, Larry Aschebrook G Squared Founder and Managing Partner, and Karen tso, Anchor at Squawk Box CNBC, took Centre Stage to explore the “Time for a new approach to venture capital”. From AI trends reshaping the investment landscape to companies staying private longer, this panel brought forward thought-provoking perspectives that underscore why VC remains pivotal in the innovation ecosystem. ??? #VentureCapital #Innovation #WebSummit

?? Exciting news! G Squared Founder & Managing Partner Larry Aschebrook will be speaking at Web Summit on November 12th in the session “Time for a new approach to venture capital.” Pedro Harrison and Caesar Crasemann will also be there, ready to connect. If you’re attending, please reach out – we’d love to meet! #WebSummit #venturecapital

Anthropic, Palantir & AWS Team Up! ?? Anthropic is partnering with Palantir Technologies and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to bring its Claude AI technology into the defense sector, equipping U.S. defense and intelligence organizations with AI tools to rapidly process and analyze complex data. This collaboration combines Claude AI’s analytical power, Palantir’s data integration capabilities, and AWS’s scalable infrastructure to deliver responsible AI solutions in classified environments. Integrating Claude AI within Palantir on AWS reinforces Anthropic’s commitment to advancing technology in the public sector. This partnership builds on Anthropic’s recent expansion of Claude models into AWS GovCloud, designed for secure government operations. ???? ?? Read more about the collaboration here: https://lnkd.in/eFG2hyvF

ICYMI: G Squared named a 2024 Inc. Magazine Founder-Friendly Investor! ?? This recognition reinforces our continued dedication to creating the conditions for pioneering leaders to shape the future through technology. A big thank you to the incredible founders we’ve partnered with – your vision and drive inspire us every day. We remain focused on delivering tailored services and liquidity solutions to fuel your journeys. ?? Check out our Inc. Investor profile here: https://lnkd.in/e_E4TQdY Here’s to more milestones ahead! ?? Disclaimer:?The award was granted in the November 2024 issue of Inc.?G Squared paid a fee to submit a nomination to Inc. To see the full list of honorees and selection methodology, visit Inc’s website [2024 Founder-Friendly Investors Methodology: How We Selected These Firms (inc.com)].

Thank you to all of our distinguished speakers for contributing to the success of our 2024 LP Meeting. ?? We had engaging conversations and thought-provoking fireside chats, which showcased the collaboration and shared vision of our LPs and team. We’re excited for what the future holds and to continue our partnerships. Thank you to all of our LPs and portfolio companies for their continued support and commitment. ??Andre H. Turo ??Gareth Mccartney, UBS ??Glenn H. S., Fanatics ??Ignacio Bachiller Str?hlein, Fever ??Marko Papic, BCA Research ??Markus Villig, Bolt ??Nils Chrestin, GetYourGuide ??Roy Reznik, Wiz