The story of Seek is well documented, and it catapulted Bassat into a class of self-funded investor. Last year, just as the booming investment market was turning, Square Peg raised $US550 million in fresh capital. That was broken into two funds: $US350 million for a venture fund and $US200 million for a follow-on fund. Our waitress takes our double orders of cacio e pepe, a serving of broccolini sautéed with garlic and chilli, and a salad featuring rocket, parmesan and candied walnuts. Bassat declines a glass of wine, saying he tries to avoid drinking at lunch during the week. “It’ll...