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Chicago has positioned itself to become a superstar hub for quantum computing

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As a Silicon Valley-based venture capitalist immersed in deep tech and an investor in quantum pioneers such as PsiQuantum, I’ve had a front-row seat to the quantum computing revolution. While Silicon Valley has traditionally dominated technological innovation, a new quantum leader has emerged: Chicago is establishing itself as the ‘Second City’ in the quantum revolution. […]

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Investing in Irrigreen’s Robotic Sprinklers to Eliminate Water Waste

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Today (March 29, 2023), the MFV team is thrilled to announce our investment in Irrigreen, the leader in robotic irrigation systems. We are delighted to join Ulu Ventures, Burnt Island Ventures, and others in the company’s $15M seed financing round. As climate change exacerbates water scarcity and increases its cost, we’re excited to partner with

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Trump’s plans to kill EV subsidies signal a new era of climate tech Darwinism

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A few weeks after an election win, the Trump transition team’s plan to kill the $7,500 consumer tax credit on EVs has already surfaced. Although this type of climate-focused subsidy cut was widely rumored, the news still sent Tesla and Rivian shares lower. It’s a critical inflection point for the climate tech sector, which must evolve quickly from being

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