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Startup and Venture Capital News - Friday, July 25, 2025: Record AI Rounds, Crypto IPO Boom, and Venture Consolidation

... Safe Superintelligence (founded by OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever) received $2 billion in funding, confirming the high demand for breakthrough projects in safe AI. These impressive investments reflect investors' willingness to not miss out on a new technological revolution. In just the U.S., AI-related startups attracted around $90 billion over six months—a record level of support. This boom demonstrates market confidence that AI-based solutions will shape the future and can generate substantial profits. For venture funds, AI projects have become ...

Startup and Venture Investment News — Wednesday, July 30, 2025: The Boom of AI Investments, Rising IPO Activity, and a Wave of M&A Deals

... capital. For example, biomedical company Altos Labs continues to raise hundreds of millions for research in extending human life, while the Greek project Centivax secured over €130 million for creating a next-generation universal vaccine. Defense Technologies: Investments in startups related to defense and security are increasing amid geopolitical tensions. Projects in the fields of drones, cybersecurity, space systems, and related areas are receiving support from both state funds and private investors looking to strengthen ...

Startup and Venture Investment News — Monday, July 28, 2025: Venture Boom, Record Deals, and IPO Surge

... capital once again. For example, the Greek project Centivax attracted €132 million for the development of a universal vaccine, while U.S. biomedical company Altos Labs continues to secure hundreds of millions for research in life extension. Defense Technologies: Investments in startups related to defense and security are growing amidst global geopolitical tensions. Projects in areas such as drones, cybersecurity, space systems, and other related fields are receiving support from both government funds and private investors seeking ...

Internet Initiatives Development Fund (IIDF): The Leading Russian Accelerator for Startups

... to the Sberbank board and defend it with the highest score, marking an important milestone in the development of Open Oil Market and allowing us to reach a new level. Key Programs of IIDF Acceleration Program IIDF's acceleration program is aimed at technology startups that are in the product development stage or already have an initial version ready for market testing. The program lasts three months and includes training, mentorship, product development support, and assistance in attracting investments. Financing and Participation ...

Startup and Venture Investment News - Sunday, August 3, 2025: New IPOs, Record Investments, and M&A Deals

... growth is gradually being laid. Investors are shifting their attention to more mature projects with proven business models, while the government is expanding support through the development of IT education, accelerators, and special tax regimes. Local startups are eager to enter global value chains, leveraging their strengths in modern technological areas (AI, Big Data, etc.). Conclusion: Cautious Optimism and Quality Growth As of early August 2025, sentiments in the venture industry remain cautiously optimistic. Successful IPOs and large funding rounds suggest that the bottom of the ...