Prominent venture capitalist Ron Conway announced he has been diagnosed with a "rare form of cancer," according to a report by TechCrunch.
Conway wrote that he "will be stepping back from some of my usual activities" as a result of his diagnosis. However, he indicated he will "continue to support" founders backed by his firm SV Angel.
About Ron Conway and SV Angel
Conway is a well-known figure in Silicon Valley venture capital circles. He founded SV Angel, an investment firm that has backed numerous technology startups over the years.
SV Angel has invested in companies including Google, Facebook, Twitter, and many other prominent tech companies during their early stages. Conway has been active in the venture capital industry for decades and is considered one of the most connected investors in Silicon Valley.
The announcement comes as Conway continues his work with SV Angel, though he indicated he will be reducing his involvement in some activities due to his health condition.
Conway's disclosure provides limited details about the specific type of cancer or his treatment plans. The venture capitalist has not provided a timeline for his reduced activities or specified which particular responsibilities he will be stepping back from.
