Balderton and AVP in ‘covert plot’ to oust Cognism founder, court hears

A London court heard allegations that Balderton Capital, AVP and other Cognism investors secretly coordinated to remove the company’s founder and former CEO.

The dispute centers on control of Cognism, a B2B sales intelligence startup, and claims of behind-the-scenes investor influence.

The case could set an important precedent for how UK venture investors shape leadership changes and governance battles at startups.