Zaya Kadyrova

I've been spending some time thinking about the second-order effects of what happens as large, multi-stage venture funds account for a greater share of VC AUM. One area of particular interest to me is the evolving conversation around how multi-stage firms will think about conflicts in a world where they need to be in the biggest, power law companies. https://lnkd.in/d2RZXcEw

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Our family offices are leaning into innovation. 58% plan to be overweight in technology over the next 12 months, with only 5% expecting to be underweight. 86% are invested in AI, with the majority allocating via public market equities and ETFs. Learn more about how our family office clients are investing and thinking about asset allocation in our new report, Adapting to the Terrain. https://lnkd.in/ecAMEiSZ

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Plural exists to invest in startups solving the hardest problems out there, and one of those is how to look after our sick and elderly as populations age, rates of chronic disease rise and the cost of global healthcare grows each year. That’s why we’re doubling down and leading a $20m Series A for Teton, which is building world-class technology for a sector that has seen barely any disruption, even in the face of a growing labour shortage. Teton’s technology automates routine checks on wards, combining specialised cameras with computer vision AI models that continuously monitor patients around the clock and alert nurses when someone needs attention. This system reduces menial work, allowing healthcare workers to spend more time on what they are best at: the human job of attending to patients in need of help, leading to happier staff who are less likely to experience burnout. The technology also shifts care from reactive to preventative, meaning better health outcomes for patients and residents. As an example, implementing Teton reduces falls - the leading cause of injury-related death in adults aged 65 or over - by 82%. The end result is a product that replaces one-off patient spot checks with more detailed ongoing assessment, improves patient outcomes and reduces resource for healthcare providers. This means that in a sector with a serious labour shortage, providers can safely look after people with a smaller number of nurses. For patients, that has the benefit of lowering the overall cost to access the very best care. Co-founders Mikkel Wad Thorsen and Esben Thorius spent more than 100 nights in hospitals to see how healthcare professionals can be helped best by technology, and the value they’re creating speaks for itself: Teton is now live in five countries across 35 care providers. Read more about why we invested in Teton here: https://lnkd.in/gwdcCczx With coverage in Reuters here: https://lnkd.in/g_eqiyex

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At CoinDCX, we believe transparency builds trust. Our latest monthly Transparenct Report reaffirms our commitment to accountability, compliance, and a user-first approach. Some of the key highlights from August 2025: 1. User Growth: Registered users crossed 20.46 million (▲1.57% from July), reflecting growing adoption and participation. 2. Spot Trading Volumes: August recorded healthy spot trading volumes of about $450 million, highlighting sustained user engagement and market activity. 3. Proof of Reserves: Total reserves stood at approximately $690 million (around ₹5,700 Cr), fully audited and verified reinforcing our commitment to complete transparency and user trust. 4. Crypto Investor Protection Fund (CIPF): ₹70.96 Cr (▲1.75% from July) a strong safety net to safeguard our users’ interests. 5. Compliance: ₹27.7 Cr TDS paid to the Government in August (▲38.15% from July) reinforcing our focus on robust governance. We’re deeply grateful to our users and the community. Your trust continues to make us stronger, more resilient, and more committed to building the future of crypto in India.

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I’m thrilled to announce defy.vc’s investment in Birches Health as part of their $20M combined Seed and Series A funding round, alongside incredible partners like AlleyCorp, General Catalyst, Will Ventures, and others. As someone deeply passionate about backing companies that tackle important problems for our society, I couldn’t be more excited about what Birches is building—a national virtual clinic dedicated to treating gambling addiction and related behavioral disorders like gaming, sex, porn, and internet addictions. What excites me most is Birches’ innovative health assurance model: proactive, accessible, and affordable care that’s evidence-based and delivered right at home. With the explosion of legal sports betting—think nearly $1.5 billion wagered on this year’s Super Bowl alone—we’re staring down a looming public health emergency. Traditional options like hotlines or generic therapy fall short for this high-acuity issue, but Birches changes that by offering specialized therapy from trained clinicians, multimodal treatment, and peer support, all covered by major insurers like United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. It’s available in all 50 states, breaking down geographical and financial barriers that have left so many without help. The impact is already profound: 96% of patients report an improved quality of life, and 94% give Birches a 5/5 rating. By partnering with state governments, payors, and policymakers, Birches is pushing gambling addiction into the spotlight of behavioral health conversations, where it’s been neglected for too long—often leading to shame, worsened outcomes, and higher suicidality risks. This funding will supercharge their growth: expanding the provider network, boosting clinical excellence, scaling infrastructure, and deepening insurance and state partnerships to meet surging demand. Very excited to partner with Elliott Rapaport and the entire Birches team! See more about our POV in the blog post linked in the comments. #GamblingAddiction #BehavioralHealth #HealthTech #VentureCapital #Innovation

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