Sequoia Capital's Split: Navigating US-China Tensions and Private Equity Challenges.
Sequoia Capital, one of the world's most successful venture capital firms, has seen its cross-border investment strategy disrupted by US-China tensions. The firm, which has backed tech startups such as Airbnb and Zoom, has been forced to restructure its China operations and shift its focus to other regions. The tensions have also led to increased scrutiny of Chinese investments in the US, making it harder for Sequoia to invest in American startups.