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Post Byju’s, investors worried about governance at startups: GSV Ventures MD Deborah Quazzo
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Deborah Quazzo, managing partner of edtech investor GSV Ventures, expressed concerns about governance among Indian startups, citing recent developments around troubled edtech firm Byju's. Quazzo mentioned that the edtech sector is challenging to make profitable and faces regulatory friction. She also emphasized the need for transparency and governance from both investors and startups. Byju's, valued at $22 billion, has faced criticism for corporate governance issues and is aiming to raise $200 million in a rights issue. Quazzo also discussed potential consolidation in the edtech space and highlighted the B2B K-12 segment as an opportunity for growth in India's edtech market.
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GSV Ventures appoints partner from portfolio company
VCCircle
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3m ago
Medial
GSV Ventures, a US-based multi-stage investor focused on digital education, has appointed a new partner from its Indian portfolio company. Led by Deborah Quazzo, GSV Ventures manages over $800 million in assets.
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GSV Ventures' Quazzo on the sentiment in Indian edtech, fallout at Byju's and more
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
GSV Ventures, a US-based investor focused on digitized education and upskilling companies, is looking to make a new investment in the Indian edtech space. The firm has previously invested in notable Indian startups such as PhysicsWallah, Lead, Apna, and Simplilearn. In a recent interview, GSV Ventures' managing partner, Deborah Quazzo, discussed the sentiment in the Indian edtech market, the fallout at Byju's, and the challenges and opportunities in the industry. GSV Ventures currently manages assets worth $800 million.
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GSV Ventures' Quazzo on the sentiment in Indian edtech, fallout at Byju's and more
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
GSV Ventures, a US-based multi-stage investor, is looking to make a new investment in the Indian edtech ecosystem. With assets worth $800 million under management, GSV Ventures has previously invested in companies like PhysicsWallah, Lead, Apna, and Simplilearn. Deborah Quazzo, the managing partner of GSV Ventures, discusses the sentiment in the Indian edtech industry and the recent fallout at Byju's.
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Abhinay Maths' founder Sharma files FIR against Classplus; Here's why
IndianStartupNews
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1y ago
Medial
Abhinay Maths has accused edtech startup Classplus of cheating, forgery, and breach of trust. The founder of Abhinay Maths, Abhinay Sharma, alleges that Classplus's actions have caused financial losses and reputational damage. Sharma has filed an FIR against Classplus and its top executives, including CFO Sankalp Agarwal and MD of GSV Ventures Deborah Quazzo. The conflict has affected Abhinay Maths' employees, who are facing unpaid salaries and unsettled final settlements. Classplus, valued at over $600 million, has not yet responded to the allegations. This case adds to Classplus's previous legal troubles related to its acquisition practices.
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‘Edtech may stay in the slow lane this year as companies grapple with AI’: Deborah Quazzo
Economic Times
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6m ago
Medial
Edtech investments are projected to remain slow this year as the sector navigates the influence of artificial intelligence (AI), according to Deborah Quazzo of GSV Ventures. The integration of AI, while promising for addressing educator shortages, poses challenges as well. The Byju's situation highlights risks associated with rapid expansion and high valuations. Despite the cautious atmosphere, some edtech firms are expected to go public in the next few years, indicating potential long-term growth in the industry.
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Abhinay Maths Accuses Classplus Founders, Others Of Cheating & Forgery
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Abhinay Sharma, the founder of Abhinay Maths, has filed an FIR against the founders and executives of Classplus, accusing them of cheating, forgery, fraud, and copyright infringement. The FIR names Classplus co-founders Mukul Rustagi and Bhaswat Agarwal, CFO Sankalp Agarwal, and VP of business Ayush Agarwal, as well as GSV Ventures managing partner Deborah Quazzo. The allegations include the unauthorized acquisition of assets valued at INR 70-80 Lakh and the use of counterfeit stamps. Classplus had invested in Abhinay Maths last year. Classplus had previously faced a lawsuit for alleged cheating and criminal breach of trust.
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Byju’s governance failures should force a regulatory overhaul of the startup ecosystem
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
Startups are still neglecting their responsibility for corporate governance even after five decades since the term was coined. This is especially true for firms with unlisted shares, as oversight is minimal or nonexistent. In the private equity world, valuations are prioritized, with little questioning as long as they continue to rise. However, some investors have accused founders of governance, financial mismanagement, and compliance issues. This highlights the need for startups to prioritize governance even when their company's value is increasing. Byju's large investors may have actually helped shed light on these issues.
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After a year-long pause, GSV Ventures looks to invest in Indian edtechs in 2025
Livemint
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7m ago
Medial
GSV Ventures, a US-based venture capital firm specializing in edtech investments, is reportedly re-entering the Indian market after a year of inactivity. The firm is expected to announce two new deals, including one in India, in 2025. Despite refraining from making any new investments in Indian edtech startups in 2024, GSV Ventures had previously invested around $90 million in over 10 Indian startups. The firm is now showing renewed interest in the Indian edtech sector, driven by the potential public listing of Physics Wallah in 2025 and the positive funding environment in the country.
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Byju’s-Paytm Aftermath: Time for National Startup Advisory Council to prove its worth
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
The National Startup Advisory Council (NSAC) in India has the potential to support and strengthen the country's startup sector. With over 100,000 recognized startups, India's startup arena has faced challenges due to funding shortages and concerns about business practices. The NSAC, constituted by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, advises the government on building a strong ecosystem for startups. It can help startups enhance their governance structures, establish robust systems and processes, address vulnerabilities in their growth ambitions, and focus on delivering quality services to ensure sustained viability and customer satisfaction. Furthermore, the NSAC could play a role in fostering the governance mechanism in the fintech industry.
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Investors take a harder look at Indian edtech deals amid Byju’s troubles
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
In 2016, General Atlantic declined an investment in Byju's at a $400 million valuation due to revenue-valuation mismatch. Byju's later flourished, crossing Rs 1,300 crore revenue by FY19. General Atlantic invested in 2018 at $3 billion valuation as Byju's thrived, eventually reaching $22 billion. However, post-Covid, revenue plateaued, causing valuation declines. Byju's also faced governance and financial challenges, including loan defaults and pending fund infusion. Now the heat of Byju's miserable state is faced by new and upcoming ed-tech ventures out of India.
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