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Once considered an unorthodox path to going public, direct listings are gaining traction as an alternative to the traditional IPO. On Wednesday, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved a rule change, with immediate effect, that will permit companies to raise capital in a direct listing on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.

Over the last several months, we have seen a dramatic interest among successful venture-backed companies in pursuing an exit with SPACs (Special Purpose Acquisition Companies). An exit via a SPAC entity may be the right option for companies looking to raise capital and obtain access to the public markets in lieu of a traditional IPO.

Gunderson Dettmer capital markets partner Jeff Vetter recently spoke on a panel with Skadden attorneys about public companies and financing options in the currently unpredictable capital markets. 

Watch the webinar, "IPO Readiness: Setting the Stage for a Successful IPO" hosted by Jeff Vetter, Andy Thorpe and Alexa Belonick

Gunderson Dettmer Partner Jeff Vetter and advisor Brett Pletcher hosted the Post-IPO Summit webinar, "Everything You Need To Know About Dual-Class Stock."

Defense tech company, Anduril Industries, announces its $1.5 billion financing to ‘hyper-scale’ defense production, and scale a new software-defined manufacturing platform

Gunderson Dettmer advised China Natural Resources, Inc., in a registered direct placement of approximately $3.27 million of common shares. 1,487,870 common shares were issued at $2.20 per share to institutional investors who participated in the offering.

Global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, Natera announces $250 million follow-on offering. 

19 Gunderson Dettmer attorneys are recognized in the 2025 edition of Lawdragon's 500 Leading Dealmakers in America list, highlighting their expertise in various practice areas

29 Gunderson Dettmer attorneys were recognized in Best Lawyers' 2025 Best Lawyers in America Guide

The 2024 Chambers and Partners Guide recognized Gunderson Dettmer as a leading law firm in ten (10) departments. This year, Gunderson Dettmer’s highly-ranked practice areas include: Private Equity: Fund Formation, Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment, Technology, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation, and more.