Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: March 24, 2026, 12:30 AM ET

Venture Capital & Exits in Asia

Private equity dealmaking in Asia-Pacific faces persistent friction, with the volume of portfolio companies held past the five-year mark rising 18% in 2025, according to a new report from Bain & Co. This inventory overhang suggests that exit activity, though described as "solid," remains insufficient to absorb assets across the region. Separately, the nascent prediction markets sector is attracting specialized capital, as evidenced by the launch of 5(c) Capital, which secured backing from CEOs representing rival platforms Kalshi and Polymarket for a $35 million fund targeting associated startups.

European AI Focus & Solo VC Growth

In Europe, the trend toward specialized, focused funds continues, with Air Street Capital announcing a substantial Fund III raise of $232 million, positioning it among the largest solo venture capital firms on the continent. The London-based firm is explicitly directing its capital toward early-stage artificial intelligence companies spanning both European and North American technology ecosystems, signaling continued high-conviction investment in deep tech despite broader market volatility.