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Latest From The R136 Team
Latest From The R136 Team
R136 Ventures
Apr 15, 2026
Matthew Farrar Joins R136 Ventures as Head of Investor Relations
Matthew brings deep experience across investor relations and alternative assets. He previously served as Managing Director at BDT & MSD Partners and founded Aon Advantage Funds
Pavel Prata
Apr 14, 2026
I recently spoke with a partner from a tier-1 VC platform that raised a few $B this year.
A few things that stood out to me. 1/ Speed: their latest multi‑billion fundraise came together in 3 months (versus 17.8 months on average).
R136 Ventures
Apr 10, 2026
We’re excited to share a new exit in our portfolio
MariaDB has officially acquired GridGain, marking an important step in the evolution of real-time data infrastructure.
Victor Orlovski
Apr 2, 2026
Year 2040...here's what I predict life will actually look like.
Not as forecast. More like... trying to picture the world my friends' young kids walk into as adults. Here is what I think probably true by then.
R136 Ventures
Apr 15, 2026
Matthew Farrar Joins R136 Ventures as Head of Investor Relations
Matthew brings deep experience across investor relations and alternative assets. He previously served as Managing Director at BDT & MSD Partners and founded Aon Advantage Funds
Pavel Prata
Apr 14, 2026
I recently spoke with a partner from a tier-1 VC platform that raised a few $B this year.
A few things that stood out to me. 1/ Speed: their latest multi‑billion fundraise came together in 3 months (versus 17.8 months on average).
R136 Ventures
Apr 10, 2026
We’re excited to share a new exit in our portfolio
MariaDB has officially acquired GridGain, marking an important step in the evolution of real-time data infrastructure.
Victor Orlovski
Apr 2, 2026
Year 2040...here's what I predict life will actually look like.
Not as forecast. More like... trying to picture the world my friends' young kids walk into as adults. Here is what I think probably true by then.
"Ventures from the Valley" Podcast
"Ventures from the Valley" Podcast
"Ventures from the Valley" Podcast
Long‑Form Essays & Media
Long‑Form Essays & Media
Victor Orlovski
Apr 15, 2026
What $285 Billion in Losses Tells Us About the Future of Software
A friend of mine runs company with over 5,000 employees. A few months ago, he hired four vibe coders after finding them in a Facebook group.
Victor Orlovski
Apr 8, 2026
How to Build a $1T Venture Platform with Daniel Dippold
How do you build companies worth hundreds of millions - and aim for a trillion-dollar venture platform? In this episode of Ventures from the Valley, host Victor Orlovski sits down with serial entrepreneur Daniel Dippold.
Pavel Prata
Mar 26, 2026
Upcoming VC/LP Events
The best upcoming venture capital and limited partner events worldwide, tracked in one place. Conferences, summits, workshops, and dinners.
Forbes
Mar 20, 2026
The Barrier To Building A Company Is Disappearing
Fifty years ago, if you wanted to build something complex, you needed a small army. Engineers, specialists, etc. Each person brought a skill. And the more complex the project, the more people you needed and the more friction you introduced.
Victor Orlovski
Apr 15, 2026
What $285 Billion in Losses Tells Us About the Future of Software
A friend of mine runs company with over 5,000 employees. A few months ago, he hired four vibe coders after finding them in a Facebook group.
Victor Orlovski
Apr 8, 2026
How to Build a $1T Venture Platform with Daniel Dippold
How do you build companies worth hundreds of millions - and aim for a trillion-dollar venture platform? In this episode of Ventures from the Valley, host Victor Orlovski sits down with serial entrepreneur Daniel Dippold.
Pavel Prata
Mar 26, 2026
Upcoming VC/LP Events
The best upcoming venture capital and limited partner events worldwide, tracked in one place. Conferences, summits, workshops, and dinners.
Forbes
Mar 20, 2026
The Barrier To Building A Company Is Disappearing
Fifty years ago, if you wanted to build something complex, you needed a small army. Engineers, specialists, etc. Each person brought a skill. And the more complex the project, the more people you needed and the more friction you introduced.
Victor Orlovski
Apr 15, 2026
What $285 Billion in Losses Tells Us About the Future of Software
A friend of mine runs company with over 5,000 employees. A few months ago, he hired four vibe coders after finding them in a Facebook group.
Victor Orlovski
Apr 8, 2026
How to Build a $1T Venture Platform with Daniel Dippold
How do you build companies worth hundreds of millions - and aim for a trillion-dollar venture platform? In this episode of Ventures from the Valley, host Victor Orlovski sits down with serial entrepreneur Daniel Dippold.
Pavel Prata
Mar 26, 2026
Upcoming VC/LP Events
The best upcoming venture capital and limited partner events worldwide, tracked in one place. Conferences, summits, workshops, and dinners.
Forbes
Mar 20, 2026
The Barrier To Building A Company Is Disappearing
Fifty years ago, if you wanted to build something complex, you needed a small army. Engineers, specialists, etc. Each person brought a skill. And the more complex the project, the more people you needed and the more friction you introduced.
Events, Webinars & Live Briefing
Events, Webinars & Live Briefing
The AI Inflection: Key Highlights and Trends for 2026
November 18, 2025 // 9 AM – 11 AM (PST)
State of eCommerce: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2025
March 20, 2025 // 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
R136 Exclusive Fireside Chat with the President of Blockchain.com ⚡️
December 19, 2024 // 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
State of FinTech: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2024
November 12, 2024 // 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
State of Data Centers: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2024
October 8, 2024 // 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
The AI Inflection: Key Highlights and Trends for 2026
November 18, 2025 // 9 AM – 11 AM (PST)
State of eCommerce: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2025
March 20, 2025 // 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
R136 Exclusive Fireside Chat with the President of Blockchain.com ⚡️
December 19, 2024 // 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
State of FinTech: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2024
November 12, 2024 // 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
State of Data Centers: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2024
October 8, 2024 // 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
Events, Webinars & Live Briefing
The AI Inflection: Key Highlights and Trends for 2026
November 18, 2025 // 9 AM – 11 AM (PST)
State of eCommerce: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2025
March 20, 2025 // 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
R136 Exclusive Fireside Chat with the President of Blockchain.com ⚡️
December 19, 2024 // 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
State of FinTech: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2024
November 12, 2024 // 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
State of Data Centers: Key Market Highlights and Trends in 2024
October 8, 2024 // 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
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Tel Aviv 6522042
Dubai
Dubai Silicon Oasis, DDP, Building A2 IFZA
Business Park Dubai, U.A.E.
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Silicon Valley
2925 Woodside Rd,
Woodside, CA 94062
Tel Aviv
37 Menachem Begin Rd. Rubinstein House
Tel Aviv 6522042
Dubai
Dubai Silicon Oasis, DDP, Building A2 IFZA
Business Park Dubai, U.A.E.
Content & Insights
Please check out our most recent insights based on our view of today’s markets. If you would like to see other commentary from our team, please contact us.
Content & Insights
Please check out our most recent insights based on our view of today’s markets. If you would like to see other commentary from our team, please contact us.