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  "name": "M12 (Microsoft Venture Fund)",
  "description": "M12 is Microsoft's corporate venture fund, investing in hundreds of companies, including 15 unicorns and 6 IPOs. It focuses on emerging technologies such as AI Apps, AI Cloud Infrastructure, AI Data Ops & Models, Deep Tech & Systems, and Security for AI, across early and growth stages.",
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  "updatedAt": "2026-06-29T13:08:00.768Z",
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    "headquarters": "Not explicitly stated for M12, operates globally",
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    "target_markets": "B2B software companies, with a strong emphasis on AI, deep tech, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity across various verticals.",
    "employee_count": "Not specified in the provided context.",
    "funding_stage": "Early, Growth (also 'Exited' companies from their portfolio).",
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