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Industry Landscape
The angel investment industry is vibrant and growing, driven by a surge in innovation and entrepreneurship. While economic fluctuations can impact investor confidence, the long-term trend shows increasing capital deployment into early-stage companies. Focus is shifting towards impact investing and diverse founder teams, alongside traditional tech sectors. Regulatory changes also play a role.
Total Assets Under Management (AUM)
Angel Investment Activity in United States
~$26.3 billion (2022)
(-2.1% (2022) CAGR)
This metric reflects the total capital invested by angel investors annually.
- It's influenced by economic conditions and investor liquidity.
- The slight decrease in 2022 was part of a broader venture market correction.
Total Addressable Market
50 billion USD
Market Growth Stage
Pace of Market Growth
Emerging Technologies
AI-Powered Deal Sourcing & Due Diligence
AI and machine learning can analyze vast datasets to identify promising startups and automate aspects of due diligence, improving efficiency and deal quality.
Blockchain for Investment Syndication
Blockchain technology can facilitate secure, transparent, and fractionalized investment syndication, simplifying the process for angel groups and investors.
Tokenization of Assets
Tokenization allows for fractional ownership of startup equity, potentially democratizing access to early-stage investments and increasing liquidity for investors.
Impactful Policy Frameworks
JOBS Act (Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act) 2.0 (Proposed Amendments)
While not a new act, proposed amendments and interpretations of the JOBS Act continue to refine crowdfunding and Regulation A+ rules, aiming to ease capital raising for small businesses and startups.
These changes could further expand the pool of eligible investors and simplify the fundraising process for startups, increasing deal flow for angel networks.
SEC Amendments to the 'Accredited Investor' Definition (2020)
The SEC expanded the definition of 'accredited investor' to include individuals with professional certifications, designations, or other credentials, and 'knowledgeable employees' of private funds, beyond just wealth-based criteria.
This policy expands the pool of potential angel investors by including more individuals with relevant expertise, increasing membership opportunities for New York Angels.
State-Level Crowdfunding Regulations (Various States, Ongoing)
Many states are developing their own intrastate crowdfunding exemptions that allow companies to raise capital from residents of their state, often with different rules than federal regulations.
These varying state regulations create a complex landscape for deal sourcing and compliance, requiring New York Angels to be aware of jurisdictional nuances for both investors and startups.
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