BGV’s Enterprise 5.0 thesis focuses on the shift from software as a tool to software as a worker, with AI increasingly able to reason, plan, and execute entire workflows. The firm is particularly focused on four areas: Energy, Physical AI, Healthcare, and Commerce, where AI can address complex workflows, labor constraints, and deliver measurable ROI. Across these themes, BGV is looking to back AI-native companies with strong data advantages, deep workflow integration, and the potential to become critical systems of action within enterprises.

Written by Anik Bose, General Partner at BGV Many enterprises are currently enjoying what feels like an affordable GenAI revolution. For a fixed monthly fee per user, employees can experiment freely with AI assistants, generate content, summarize documents, write code, and automate workflows.…

Over the past year, AI-native pricing has undergone a fundamental transition: from selling access to software to selling work performed. According to Kyle Poyar’s 2026 Growth Unhinged monetization survey of more than 230 SaaS and AI companies, hybrid pricing has emerged as the leading model,…

For original article, click here. Every major tech conference has themes. Most are vague enough to mean everything and nothing at the same time. SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 is doing something different — four tightly defined technology domains, each backed by live demonstrations, dedicated exhibit…

AI is entering a new phase of enterprise transformation. The first wave of adoption focused on copilots—tools that helped humans with drafting, summarizing, or speeding up knowledge work. But the next and more important shift is already happening: the rise of agent-first systems of action. At…

Enterprises are moving fast on Generative AI—but many are still struggling to answer the most important question: what value are we actually getting for what we’re spending? At a recent Human AI Advisory Council session, David Tepper, CEO of Pay-i, introduced a practical approach to closing this…

Significant macro trends are reshaping the global energy landscape. Energy consumption continues to surge, driven by rapid digitalization, electrification of transport, and increased manufacturing output. Power-intensive sectors such as data centers, AI compute clusters, and electric vehicle…

By Emmanuel Benhamou, Managing Director at EAIGG and Ask Tutika, Head of Operations at EAIGG In enterprise AI, the hardest work often begins after the first proof-of-concept succeeds. Procurement, compliance, and integration can stretch for months or even years, testing the patience of committed…

For original article, click here. In a world where technological innovation know no borders, Benhamou Global Ventures (BGV) stands out as a different kind of venture capital fund. Born in Silicon Valley, BGV backs bold startups with global ambitions, especially those ready to scale in the U.S.…

Introduction: Rethinking Scalability Signals Venture capital has always rewarded scale. The fastest-growing startups have raised the most capital, expanded their teams, and captured market share before competitors could respond. Growth has indicated strength, and hiring has been the clearest…

Written by Ekaterina Evchenko, Sr. Associate at BGV The Health Care Challenge Healthcare is one of the most complex—and high-potential—sectors for innovation and investment. Famously accounting for nearly 20% of U.S. GDP, it is shaped by a dense web of stakeholders: payers, providers, patients,…

Written by Yashwanth Hemaraj, General Partner at BGV The age of AI agents has arrived—but in the enterprise world, it’s not just about flashy demos or experimental chatbots, it’s about building resilient, scalable, and trustworthy systems that can operate safely and effectively in high-stakes…

Written by Nishant Patel, BGV Associate As Generative AI becomes foundational to enterprise software, companies must rethink their pricing strategies. The traditional SaaS playbook—centered on per-seat licenses—no longer fits the economic realities or usage patterns of AI-driven solutions. This…

Written by Anik Bose, General Partner at BGV and Emmanuel Benhamou, Managing Director of EAIGG We’re living in a paradoxical era. AI is rapidly expanding in influence and reach, yet the world surrounding it is becoming increasingly fragmented. Innovation is global, but capital, regulation, and…

Written by Etienne Arsac, Associate at BGV France’s venture capital ecosystem has entered a period of recalibration in 2025, following years of rapid growth and record-breaking investments. As the third-largest startup hub in Europe, the French tech landscape is demonstrating remarkable…

Written by Nao Shibata, Visiting Associate at BGV The State of the Supply Chain Market The global supply chain has entered a new era—defined not by stability and linear optimization, but by continuous disruption, increasing complexity, and the need for intelligent adaptability. Over the past…

By Emmanuel Benhamou (BGV) & Sam Levan (MadKudu) Introduction AI is no longer just a tool to improve productivity – it’s becoming a core component of the modern workforce. At BGV, we’ve seen firsthand how AI-native startups are restructuring operations, not by replacing human workers, but by…

Written by Shashank Sabhlok The professional services sector is on the brink of a profound transformation, fueled by the swift advancement and adoption of generative AI. This technology, which can create new content and automate complex tasks, is set to redefine productivity, efficiency, and the…

By Emmanuel Benhamou and Smita Samanta India’s venture capital landscape has entered a new era of maturity and innovation in 2025. As the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem, India has transcended its traditional role as a technology services hub to emerge as a powerhouse for enterprise…

Artificial intelligence has reached an inflection point where Agentic AI—autonomous systems that dynamically adapt to human workflows—represents both a promise and a reality. These systems are set to transform industries, enabling humans to concentrate on creativity, strategy, and…

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the business landscape through two transformative trends: Vertical AI and Enterprise Agentic AI. Although both serve distinct purposes, together, they signal a future where businesses operate more efficiently and employee roles and…

In today’s fast-paced landscape, where AI is transforming industries, startups are at the forefront of this evolution. Recently, the BGV Summit, the Startup Panel brought together leading entrepreneurs and experts to discuss the challenges and opportunities that startups face in the current…

As we stand on the brink of a technological shift, exploring the nuances of AI investment has never been more critical. The recent panel at the BGV Summit offered insights from some of the leading minds in AI investment. Rita Waite, Partner at In-Q-Tel, Noah Yago, Vice President of Cisco…

As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and human capabilities poses both exciting opportunities and pressing challenges. The BGV Summit brought together a panel of industry leaders gathered to discuss the impact of human augmentation…

At the recent BGV Summit: Advancing Human Centric AI, Erik Brynjolfsson, Professor at Stanford University presented the Keynote session on The Awakening of AI. He provides a thought-provoking analysis of artificial intelligence’s (AI) impact on productivity growth and business transformation.…

Join us for this insightful webinar, part of the BGV Operational Playbook Series, where we dive into the key considerations for international entrepreneurs looking to reincorporate their companies in the U.S. We’ll explore the advantages, challenges, and critical steps involved in the process,…

#1. We are in the early stages of AI adoption, a transformative shift that could surpass the impact of previous revolutionary technologies (or GPTs – general- purpose technologies). It’s an exciting time to witness this evolution. #2. AI is unlikely to fully replace human workers but will…

In Part 3 of Catalyzing Sustainable Growth, Abhishek Vinod Singh, CEO and Co-Founder of AiDash, shares their mission to make industries like electric utilities and transportation climate resilient and sustainable AiDash is a company focused on making critical infrastructure industries like…

The world is undergoing an energy transition that is increasingly seen as an opportunity rather than a challenge. Businesses of all sizes are now actively engaging in emission measurement and reduction, a practice that has become mainstream and is no longer limited to large corporations. In Part…

Part 1 of Catalyzing Sustainable Growth discusses the challenges and opportunities related to Environmental, Social, and Governance in the venture capital industry. Data privacy and AI governance are key parts of BGV’s concept of ESG, and they are especially important for AI startups. The focus…

For original article click here. Introduction Through the course of our incident response engagements and threat intelligence collections, Mandiant has identified a threat campaign targeting Snowflake customer database instances with the intent of data theft and extortion. Snowflake is a…

BIPOC STANDS FOR BLACK, INDIGENOUS, AND PEOPLE OF COLOR. According to the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), over $244 billion was spent on R&D from VC-backed public companies, and 75% of the largest U.S. VC-backed companies would not even exist or achieve their current scale without…

For original article, click here. Gain Unmatched Visibility into Internal Risks and Threats with Constella’s Advanced Know Your Employee (KYE) Solution In an era marked by increasingly complex remote work arrangements and sophisticated cybercrime and fraud activity, organizations struggle to…

By Arka Venture Labs portfolio company, Enkrypt AI Divyanshu Kumar Prashanth Harshangi Anurakt Kumar Sahil Agarwal. https://benhamouglobalventures.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714200122082-1.pdf

May 7, 2024 | By Anik Bose, General Partner at BGV & Katya Evchenko, Sr. Associate at BGV This piece was crafted for enterprises and startups implementing Gen AI-based applications. The blog consists of two parts: in Part I, we explore the key challenges of GenAI adoption; then, in Part II, we…

May 1, 2024 | By Anik Bose, General Partner at BGV & Katya Evchenko, Sr. Associate at BGV This piece was crafted for enterprises and startups implementing Gen AI-based applications. The blog consists of two parts: in Part I, we explore the key challenges of GenAI adoption; then, in Part II, we…

AI x Risk Management Meet-up in Paris On April 4th in Paris, astoryaVC and BGV co-hosted a meetup focused on Artificial Intelligence in insurance and risk management. Attended by approximately 50 individuals from insurance and banking corporates, as well as VC investors, the event provided a…

Mar. 08, 2024Marubeni CorporationBenhamou Global Ventures Marubeni and Benhamou Global Ventures (hereinafter, “BGV”), a venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, USA, have concluded a VCaaS* strategic alliance agreement (hereinafter, “this Alliance”) in the technology sector centered on…

Trusted AI in the Enterprise Join us for an insightful discussion on the critical topic of Trusted AI in the enterprise. In a world increasingly reliant on artificial intelligence, ensuring trust, ethics, and responsibility in AI applications is paramount. Our distinguished panel of experts from…

For original article, click here. Corporate leaders, academics, policymakers, and countless others are looking for ways to harness generative AI technology, which has the potential to transform the way we learn, work, and more. In business, generative AI has the potential to transform the way…

In this video, Rajeev Sharma, CTO, Ilya Katsov, VP of Technology, and Eugene Steinberg Technical Fellow and Founding Engineer of Grid Dynamics, engage in a captivating question and answer segment. Building on their previous discussion, they address burning questions about the nuances of…

Generative AI: The Macro Opportunity in Harnessing AI and Automation #1 While GenAI adoption is now on the fast track, widespread adoption will take time. For perspective, it took six years for 50% of US households to adopt mobile internet; we expect a comparable level of widespread AI adoption…

In this video, Rajeev Sharma CTO of Grid Dynamics, Ilya Katsov VP of Technology at Grid Dynamics, and Eugene Steinberg Technical Fellow and Founding Engineer of Grid Dynamics, delve into how enterprises embark on their transformative journey with leveraging Generative AI, the recent…

Venture investments in the second quarter of this year saw a 50% decrease compared to the previous year and were two-thirds lower than the peak of 2020. Eric Benhamou, the Founder and CEO of BGV, kicked off IPEM Paris 2023 with some of the most successful venture capital managers, offering a…

In this video, Rajeev Sharma CTO of Grid Dynamics, Ilya Katsov VP of Technology at Grid Dynamics, and Eugene Steinberg Technical Fellow and Founding Engineer of Grid Dynamics, discuss what the monumental development of Generative AI is and how it relates to other AI and ML methods, aiming to…

September 25, 2023 | By Yashwanth Hemaraj, General Partner at BGV and Founder of Arka Venture Labs Sidebar Summit and BGV hosted a great gathering of entrepreneurs, investors and execs from multiple industries at our BGV offices in Menlo Park in August 2023. Thank you to all who participated in…

September 9, 2023 | Jan Witte, Associate Intern, BGV The age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is upon us, and its impact is reverberating across various sectors. A staggering metric from McKinsey suggests that in the next decade, AI will be responsible for the emergence of $5.8 trillion in GDP,…

For original article click here. Menlo Park, CA [September 18, 2023] – BGV, the Silicon Valley-based cross-border venture capital platform, proudly announces that BGV France has received formal authorization as a Portfolio Management Company by the AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers). This…

In part 3 of Selling Through System Integrators, Dolo Miah provides a comprehensive breakdown of the organizational complexity within the realm of SIs, shedding light on their key entry points and sharing valuable insights to help you avoid common pitfalls when engaging with them. Learn more…

See our Press Release Announcing all of our Promotions here. Below you will find two notes from our newly promoted Partners: Yash Hemaraj, BGV General Partner Honored and thrilled to announce my promotion to General Partner at BGV, thanks to the unwavering support, trust, and collaboration of…

Spotlight: Peritus.AI In today’s digital world, security threats are becoming more complex and frequent. It’s a challenge for organizations to handle the vast amounts of data generated by their systems and respond quickly to potential threats. Peritus.ai steps in as your Security Copilot,…

Explore the dynamic world of Systems Integrators and their unique engagement strategies with enterprises. In this video, Dolo Miah, CTO of Linebreak, dives into the three key ways Systems Integrators interact with businesses, shedding light on how scale-up companies can effectively approach…

We’re thrilled to share our latest Operational Playbook video, specifically tailored for those of you looking to sell into the Enterprise and work with System Integrators. In this video, Dolo Miah, CTO of Linebreak shares best practices and playbooks, designed to help you overcome common…

In our concluding segment of CJ Slyfield’s Operational Playbook series, we look at Values-Based Pricing Strategies as a vehicle to increase NRR. CJ covers the foundations of pricing in the form of cost, competition and customer value, and reviews offensive and defensive pricing strategies.…

Over the past decade, BGV and Forgepoint have been investing in innovative AI and Cybersecurity startups. Alberto Yépez (Managing Director at Forgepoint Capital) and Anik Bose (Managing Partner at BGV and Founder of the Ethical AI Governance Group (EAIGG)) share their perspectives on how…

Next in our Operational Playbook series, CJ Slyfield showcases several frameworks from which managers can prioritize feature development and product solutions. He looks at cross functional drivers and motivations that influence the decision making, discusses competing financial drivers, and…

For original article, click here. Menlo Park, CA [July 6, 2023] – BGV, the Silicon Valley based cross-border venture capital platform, announced significant promotions within its leadership team at its Annual LP meeting in Menlo Park on June 1st. These promotions signify BGV’s commitment to…

BGV brings decades of experience scaling global businesses across innovation hubs around the world. Building cross border ventures, however, comes with a unique set of challenges and opportunities. In this panel discussion, focused on the Future of Work, startup executives from Platform.sh,…

The release of ChatGPT sent shockwaves around the global tech ecosystem, and mainstreamed AI in the public consciousness. Many see Generative AI as the Netscape Moment in the adoption of AI more generally. But setting aside the hype, and a hyper-polarized public discussion, what are startup and…

Following on our Operational Playbook series, CJ Slyfield highlights how product managers can use structured solutioning frameworks to maximize value for customers. In this segment, CJ introduces mind mapping, to consider customer values and pain points, and story mapping, to define product…

We’re excited to introduce our Operational Playbook Series, which focuses on amplifying human capital, and providing concrete value to entrepreneurs in our portfolio and beyond. Our first sequence, organized by Ron Sege, features CJ Slyfield, an Advisory Board Member at BGV, and the Chief…

By Larry Sandell, Intellectual Property Attorney When it concerns generative AI, Intellectual Property (IP) law is murky and far from settled, but some answers, legal strategies, and best practices can be derived from existing law. Copyright law in particular is already struggling with how to…

In a recent interview with Eric Buatois, General Partner at BGV, Matt Hein, Chief Strategy Officer at AMD, discussed his company’s strategy and approach to industry collaboration. The interview covered a wide range of topics, including AI infrastructure, partnerships with large and small…

For original article, click here. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to transform the way we live and work in profound ways and will challenge even the most innovative companies for years to come. But generative AI is not without risks. It gets a lot of things right but many…

For original article click here. By: Atsushi Yamamoto | Official Columnist IT journalist/writer Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator The limelight of ChatGPT, OpenAI’s chatbot that fluently communicates with humans, has many people colored by the thought that the time when AI will overtake…

February 14, 2023 | By Anik Bose, General Partner at BGV and Founder of EAIGG The release of ChatGPT has catalyzed a literal “Generative AI” storm in the tech industry. Microsoft’s investment in OpenAI has made headlines as a potential challenger to Google’s monopoly in search. According to…

With Big Tech under the microscope, enterprises have awoken to the very real threats their AI systems can pose to privacy, accountability and transparency. Many have adopted new governance and risk mitigation practices, but absent clear standards, their fledgling efforts remain fragmented,…

Enterprise 4.0 is surging! Thank you to our amazing entrepreneurs for your leadership and inspiration, to our global partners for helping us expand cross border innovation in enterprise technology and ethical AI, and to our investors and supporters for sharing this incredible journey with us. We…

December 21, 2022 | By Anik Bose, General Partner at BGV Anik Bose shares his perspective on the importance of Data Ethics, along with best practices for startups to mitigate data risks. Bose is the founder of Ethical AI Governance Group (EAIGG) and a managing partner at BGV. The Case for Data…

Washington and Brussels have taken different approaches to AI regulation. Anik Bose, BGV General Partner, hosted the Chair of the National AI Advisory Committee, Miriam Vogel, and the Global Head of Algorithm & AI Ethics at the Inter-IKEA Group, Giovanni Leoni, to discuss how these disparate…

For original article, click here. By Darren Pulsipher, Chief Solutions Architect Public Sector at Intel Corporation and Chetan Venkatesh, CEO – Macrometa Technologies are sometimes categorized as stateful or stateless. The terms can apply to applications or communication protocols, for example.…

November 21, 2022 | By Patrick Nicolet, Operating Partner at BGV & Founder of Linebreak Introduction System integrators (SI’s) are the handmaidens between innovative startups and large enterprises. Both parties benefit from the relationship, as does the SI itself. In my two decades-long business…

For original article, click here. Funding program grows to 40 venture capital firms; first cohort of entrepreneurs building on Cloudflare Workers includes 25 startups, spanning 10 countries San Francisco, CA, November 17, 2022 – Cloudflare, Inc. (NYSE: NET), the security, performance, and…

November 16, 2022 | By Anik Bose, General Partner at BGV You’ve recruited a talented team and designed a great product. You’ve set a staged growth plan, and gained initial traction selling to enterprise customers. Now you’re closing in on a round of institutional financing, and it’s time to…

Episode 5 by Eric Buatois (French language only) This episode of the Cross Border Playbook, “A Passion for Venture Capital and Technology Across Cultures,” is republished from “Experiences” with the express written consent of Julien Rigal-Dupont. This special french language episode delves into…

Claudia Zeisberger , INSEAD, and Anik Bose , BGV Investors need to prioritise the ethical deployment of AI – too much is at stake if they don’t. Investors, take note. Your due diligence checklist may be missing a critical element that could make or break your portfolio’s performance: responsible…

October 11, 2022 | By Eric Buatois, General Partner at BGV We live in a fraught period in global history. There’s a war in Ukraine, a looming global recession, the remnants of a deadly pandemic, and widespread unease over climate change and the international order. The rising inflation rate has…

October 10, 2022 | By Romain Lenoir, Associate at BGV Global warming and climate change are two of the most significant challenges of our time. Every sector of the global economy will be affected by a warming planet and the consequences may be irreversible. The causes and consequences are also…

October 6, 2022 | By Barak Ben-Avinoam, CEO of NetZero Technology Ventures & Managing Partner BGV Israel At Net Zero Technology Ventures, our mission is to advance technologies that bring humanity to zero net carbon emissions. That’s a lofty goal, but we believe that it’s achievable. Net Zero is…

Episode 4 – Fundraising Strategies for Growth Stage Companies In this episode, BGV’s Sarah Benhamou speaks with Matthew Howard, General Partner at Norwest Venture Partners about fundraising strategies for growth stage CEOs reaching the Series B stages and beyond. Matt brings 30 plus years of…

September 12, 2022 | By Sarah Benhamou, Principle at BGV In mid-August, six Israeli startups raised $700 million in one 48-hour period, proving once again that investors believe in Israeli innovation and products. But that funding bonanza, while impressive, has been the exception and not the…

August 11, 2022 | by Sarah Benhamou, Principle, BGV Europe and Israel Over the last two decades, the world of commerce has changed radically. Whereas shoppers would once visit a large mall to shop for clothes, jewelry, and electronic items, today one in four shoppers orders their goods online.…

August 9, 2022 | By David Masson, Chief Legal Officer at Scalefast For original podcast click here. Startup companies with disruptive technologies must safeguard their intellectual assets. This is a process that starts from day one of a company’s formation, and not 15 years after launching…

Yashwanth Hemaraj, Partner at BGV & BoostUp Investor and Jim Smith, General Partner at Stereo Capital chat with Sharad Verma, BoostUp Co-Founder & CEO on how capital markets are responding during this economic slowdown. Key topics discussed are: – Contraction of Public Marketing – Aligning on…

July 29, 2022 | By Frederic Plais, Founder and CEO Platform.sh For original podcast, listen here. When I moved to the United States seven years ago from my native France to establish a foothold for my company Platform.sh, my first hire was an engineer. It was an unorthodox choice. Most startups…

July 20, 2022 | By Meet Patel, Investment Associate, BGV Key Trends Early in the COVID-19 crisis, many consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands disappeared from store shelves due to panic buying and pantry loading. Not finding their preferred brands, consumers started experimenting with private…

July 18, 2022 | By Eric Buatois, General Partner, BGV In 2022, the average organization maintains an astonishing 269 customer-facing websites. That’s a lot of code to maintain… much less, manage. Which is why the platform as a service (PaaS) market is exploding. As cloud usage increases, PaaS…

July 14, 2022 | Damien Phillippon, COO Zelros European tech companies looking to relocate in North America are faced with an important decision, one that requires a careful balancing of priorities. Silicon Valley or San Francisco are the natural choices for tech companies looking to expand their…

July 8, 2022 | Anik Bose, General Partner, BGV What role should ethics play in investing in AI ? That’s a question I have begun to hear more frequently as a general partner at BGV and as an investor who cares deeply about responsible tech and AI governance. Imbedding ethics in company culture…

July 6, 2022 | Ron Sege, Partner, BGV In this paper I argue that a recession is inevitable and that a recovery may well take several years. I conclude with some takeaways for early-stage tech ventures. I started my career as an analyst in the Wages, Prices and Productivity section of the…

By Eric Buatois, BGV General Partner We’ve all heard of SaaS, IaaS, and DaaS. Now meet the latest addition to the software as a service nomenclature: FaaS. That would be features-as-a-service, a dream development for app developers everywhere. FaaS is a platform of tools and features – login,…

Episode 3 – From IP to Compliance, Legal Questions Facing Cross-Border Startups In this episode, BGV’s Sarah Benhamou shares legal frameworks which startup founders and entrepreneurs can use to protect their intellectual property, navigate global regulations, and leverage their data to increase…

Investors funding AI solutions can play an important role in shaping the trajectory of responsible AI technology development. Many big data and FAANG companies have appointed Responsible AI execs and formed Ethics Advisory boards, while their corporate venture arms develop investment theses that…

Olivia Gambelin, founder of Ethical Intelligence, unveils the Ethics Maturity Continuum, as well as several case studies, and discusses how the framework helps entrepreneurs identify strengths, weaknesses and practical steps to address AI governance and data privacy challenges.

“…ungoverned AI opens the door to costly ethical risks and legal breaches, such as unintended discrimination, lost autonomy by unethical nudging, disinformation, privacy intrusion and social exclusion.,” argues Anna Fellander, founder of Anch. “Therefore,” she explains, “I believe all…

For original article click here. The demand for ethical AI services (including terms like “explainable AI” or “responsible AI”) has skyrocketed, in part due to some of the troubling practices employed by large technology companies. Everyday media is full of news of privacy breaches, algorithmic…

AI solutions are enabling doctors to spend more time with their patients, and less time on back office paperwork. Because healthcare represents one of the most regulated industries in the world, however, the deployment of AI systems to more efficiently manage data, privacy and back office…

The Ethical AI Database project (EAIDB) seeks to generate another fundamental shift — from awareness of the challenges to education of potential solutions — by spotlighting a nascent and otherwise opaque ecosystem of startups that are geared towards shifting the arc of AI innovation towards…

For original article click here The Ethical AI Governance Group wants to give startups a framework for avoiding scandals and blunders while deploying new technology. We all know when AI crosses an ethical line. Automated lending systems charging higher rates for people of color? Bad. News-feed…

Join Olivia Gambelin – CEO and founder of Ethical Intelligence – and Anik Bose – venture investor and general partner at BGV – in a conversation about what it means to invest in ethical tech and AI. What are the key aspects ethical investors look for in an emerging startup? How does an investor look