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Venture capital is reclassifying fashion companies as technology bets

The first quarter of 2026 has confirmed a structural shift in how venture capital evaluates the fashion industry. Investors are increasingly backing platforms and infrastructure rather than brands, and the capital flows reflect it. Over 620 million dollars raised in Q1 2026 In the opening three months of the year, fashion-adjacent startups have...

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ix Capital to invest 562 million euros in Web3 creative startups

Felix Capital, a London-based venture capital firm for the creative class, said it would invest 562 million euros to back Web3 startups. The investments would include fashion businesses who are operating in the Metaverse, with 20-25 companies across Europe and selectively in North America, expected to receive funding. Current investments include...

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L’Oréal launches fund backing female-led start-ups

L’Oréal has launched a ‘BOLD Female Founders’ investment fund to support start-ups founded by female entrepreneurs, backed by 25 million euros. The initiative will be developed by the group’s venture capital fund, called BOLD - Business Opportunities for L’Oréal Development, and will focus on investment opportunities worldwide across the wider...