... one of the most influential players in the crypto investment space. Notable projects include: Miden (Blockchain, Seed $25M): Developing enhanced scalability technology focusing on optimizing smart contracts and zk-proofs. LayerZero (Infrastructure, Private $55M): A potential "bridge" between different networks, which is particularly valuable in the multi-chain ecosystem. Towns (Social, Seed $10M): An innovative social platform aimed at decentralized user interaction. From a fundamental ...

... permanently connected to the network, which greatly enhances security. They include hardware wallets (specialized devices like Ledger or Trezor, where keys are stored on the device itself) and paper wallets (where you print or write down the address and private key on paper and store it offline). A cold wallet is optimal for long-term storage of significant amounts you do not plan to move frequently. Even if the owner's computer is infected with a virus, the funds in the isolated cold wallet will remain ...

... that the most fertile ground for the emergence of unicorns is currently centered in the U.S. and China, as well as in several technologically developed countries in Europe, Asia, and North America. [Note: The term "unicorn" is applied only to private companies valued at over $1 billion; many of the aforementioned startups may later go public or be acquired, after which they would exit the unicorn category. The data considers only currently private companies at the time of valuation.] Venture ...

... understanding of these processes will empower you to make more informed investment decisions. What is Pre-IPO? Pre-IPO (preliminary public offering) is the stage preceding an initial public offering (IPO). At this stage, a company raises funds from private investors to prepare for its entry into the public market. The primary goal of Pre-IPO is to strengthen the company's financial position, enhance its capitalization, and minimize risks associated with the IPO. During the Pre-IPO stage, shares ...

... quarter of 2025, worldwide investments in startups totaled around $90–91 billion, representing an increase of approximately 10–12% compared to the previous year. Although still far from the peak levels of 2021, this current growth signals a return of private capital to the startup market and the formation of a new venture boom. Venture deals now span all regions — from Silicon Valley and Europe to Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. North America has seen a particularly notable uptick,...