AgTech Industry Sees Continued Demand – And Increasing Investments
Driven in large part by climate change, the AgTech sector has grown significantly and consistently over the past decade, and investments have kept pace.
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2022: PIUS’ Year in Review
As we say goodbye to 2022 and welcome the new year with all it has to offer, I look back with gratitude for yet another year of record growth.
PIUS acquired by Gallagher
A note from PIUS’ CEO Joe Agiato I am thrilled to share that PIUS, the innovator in intellectual property financing, has been acquired by Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., a leading global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm. As a Gallagher company, PIUS will have access to significant additional resources, allowing us to scale at a greater pace. …
5 Things to Consider in a Technology Bubble
Many technologies undergoing rapid development can be considered “cutting-edge” technologies, meaning they are either the most advanced in a particular field, or they are pushing the boundaries of knowledge and information. Sometimes, the excitement and fervor over cutting-edge technologies can cause technology bubbles, which refers to the distinct and unsustainable market rise due to increased speculation in …
PIUS Announces $10 Million Secured for ConXtech
PIUS announced the securing of $10 million in funding for ConXtech, construction technology company and developers of revolutionary structural steel building system, ConX®.
Joe Agiato Recognized as Leading IP Strategist
PIUS CEO Joe Agiato named to the IAM Strategy 300, recognizing executives leading the development and implementation of world-class intellectual property (IP) value creation programs.
The Rise in Demand for Debt Financing
Venture capital’s down market has made it more challenging for startups and growing tech companies to access capital through VCs, causing a rise in companies seeking non-dilutive debt capital.
PIUS Announces $25 Million Secured for C3Nano, Inc. in Second Financing
Insured technology financing pioneer, PIUS announced today the securing of $25 million in funding for C3Nano, Inc., the performance leader and innovator of nanowire-based technologies for transparent conductors. This was the second round of funding secured and underwritten by PIUS, based on its evaluation of C3Nano’s intellectual property (IP).
Facing An Impending Recession: How To Manage Your Capital in a Declining Economy
Even if access to working capital is limited, companies can continue to grow and seize opportunity by leveraging some smart investment strategies.
The Use and Abuse of the Market Approach for Valuing Growth-Stage Tech Companies
The market approach uses performance indicators in the competitive marketplace to determine the expected growth of a subject company. When performed properly, it offers a reliable snapshot of the subject company’s value. Too often, though, the market approach is poorly orchestrated, and even manipulated.