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[@davidtop_](/creator/twitter/davidtop_)
"👏👏👏 Mexico-based fintech Plata approved for a banking license in December 2024 raised $250M at a $3.1B valuation as it seeks to transition to a full-fledged bank Full context:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/davidtop_/status/1979416804020675058) [@davidtop_](/creator/x/davidtop_) 2025-10-18T05:18Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"A16z has returned more than $XX billion since 2009 anchored by a 9.4x net TVPI in its 2012 fund. Behind the hype sits real execution in defense AI and consumer tech"  
[X Link](https://x.com/davidtop_/status/1979714100356891076) [@davidtop_](/creator/x/davidtop_) 2025-10-19T00:59Z XXX followers, X engagements


"Goldman Sachs is acquiring Industry Ventures for $665M with up to $300M more tied to performance. The deal expands Goldmans $540B alternatives platform and opens high-growth startups to its clients. Via CNBC"  
[X Link](https://x.com/davidtop_/status/1979714295207493670) [@davidtop_](/creator/x/davidtop_) 2025-10-19T01:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"A high Series A valuation is less a vanity metric and more a reflection of strong fundamentals. While only a small fraction of startups reach unicorn scale early valuations remain one of the clearest predictors of eventual success"  
[X Link](https://x.com/davidtop_/status/1979726904883359851) [@davidtop_](/creator/x/davidtop_) 2025-10-19T01:50Z XXX followers, XX engagements