Why did Founders Fund invest $220 million in cattle management startup Halter?

Cows do not usually show up in venture capital headlines, but that is exactly where this story begins. A herd, a smartphone, ...

Cattle owners are turning to virtual fencing to keep and move their herds, benefitting both ranches and conservation.

A New Zealand startup just doubled its valuation to more than $2 billion by putting smart collars on cows. Here's why it ...

This story appears in the December 2025 issue of Forbes Asia. Subscribe to Forbes Asia New Zealand unicorn Halter, founded by Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia alum Craig Piggott, is one of the fastest-growing ...

Halter has raised $220 million in a Series E funding round led by Founders Fund, reaching a $2 billion valuation as it scales its solar-powered smart collar ...

The company, Halter, has developed AI-powered collars for cows and is now reportedly in talks to raise funds at a valuation of over $2 billion. A startup from New Zealand is drawing global attention ...

Venture firm Founders Fund, backed by billionaire Peter Thiel, entered talks to fund agricultural startup Halter at a valuation exceeding £1.6 billion ($2 billion). The company, based in Auckland, ...

Westlock producer is first in Canada to trial the Halter virtual fencing system, using GPS collars to manage cattle without physical fences.