General Catalyst's CVF commits $1B to David Beckham's wellness brand IM8

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David Beckham's health and wellness startup IM8 has secured a $1 billion commitment from General Catalyst's Customer Value Fund (CVF). IM8 is best known for its longevity-focused vitamin drink. The CVF operates differently from traditional venture funds, as it does not take equity stakes in the companies it backs. This makes the deal an unconventional financing arrangement in the startup funding landscape.

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