Icehouse Ventures

Company

Last mentioned: Mar 23, 2026

Timeline

  1. $3.3B Valuation Tip

    Reports emerge of a new raise at a significantly higher $3.3 billion valuation.

  2. Founders Fund Investment

    Peter Thiel's firm backs Halter at a $2 billion valuation.

  3. Australian Regulatory Approval

    Victoria government approves virtual fencing, opening the Australian market.

  4. Series C Funding

    Raised $85M NZD to accelerate product development and NZ expansion.

  5. Company Founded

    Craig Piggott launches Halter to automate livestock management.

Stories mentioning Icehouse Ventures 1

funding Bullish

Halter Eyes $3.3B Valuation as AI Cow Collar Tech Scales Globally

New Zealand AgTech standout Halter is reportedly preparing for a capital raise at a $3.3 billion valuation, a massive jump from its recent $2 billion mark. The surge follows strategic backing from Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund and regulatory breakthroughs for its AI-driven virtual fencing technology in Australia.

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