Venture investors normally cite the strength of a company's management team as a key reason for investing in new technologies and ideas. But two new venture investments in widely read blogs have taken this concept to a new level: investing directly in people for the content they produce.

From banks to VCs, there's plenty of cash out there for entrepreneurs. But that doesn't mean the road to finding financing has gotten any shorter or smoother.

Coles Myer has signalled it is looking for businesses to buy if they are the right fit for the company.

Hunan Valin Steel Tube & Wire Co Ltd (SZA 000932) is seeking an overseas strategic investor for its unlisted tube business, the China Business News reported, citing Wang Jun, deputy general manager and board secretary of the listed company.

Claremont Creek Ventures, a venture capital firm launched last year, said Wednesday it closed its first fund with $130 million, or $30 million more than it planned, and is aiming to fill two underserved VC niches.