GD1 raises $56.7m for first close of new venture capital fund as golden visa holders pile in, targets $150m

PremiumHome / BusinessUpdatedChris KeallTechnology Editor/Senior Business Writer·NZ Herald·16 Aug, 2026 05:00 PM4 mins to read‌Global From Day 1 co-managing partner Vignesh Kumar. Global From Day 1 co-managing partner Vignesh Kumar. An influx of cash from “golden visa” holders has helped venture capital firm Global From Day 1 raise $56.7 million for its new venture capital fund, at first close. Co-managing partner Vignesh Kumar says he’s confident Global From Day 1 (GD1) can hit its $150m target for Core Fund II, AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.