CTech by CalcalistJanuary 2nd, 2025

Lior Handelsman on CTech: Investment Trends, Startup Innovation & the Future of Tech

Lior Handelsman on CTech: Investment Trends

In a candid and insightful interview with CTech by Calcalist, Lior Handelsman, General Partner at Grove Ventures, offered a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities shaping the tech and investment landscape in 2024 and beyond.

As an experienced investor and entrepreneur, Lior reflected on the resilience of the tech industry amid uncertainty, noting that periods of economic turbulence often spark waves of innovation. This past year was no different, as startups adapted, evolved, and found creative ways to thrive despite market challenges.

Key Insights from the Interview:

  • 2024’s Market Challenges & Lessons Learned – How founders navigated a complex economic landscape
  • The Evolution of Startup Investment Criteria – What VCs are looking for in today’s changing market
  • Why Sustainability & Tech Depth Matter More Than Ever – The shift towards long-term, impact-driven business models
  • Investment Trends for 2025 & Beyond – How efficiency, innovation, and adaptability will define success in the coming years

Looking ahead to 2025, Lior expressed cautious optimism, emphasizing that while the investment environment remains dynamic, great companies continue to emerge. Investors are focusing on technological depth, sustainable growth strategies, and long-term market potential—a shift that presents new opportunities for both entrepreneurs and venture capitalists.

📖 Read the full article here: Lior Handelsman in CTech