... sources—ranging from traditional VC to strategic and government funds. In summary, countries with a rich pool of investors—from angels to large funds—provide startups with a comprehensive "financial lift." The U.S. stands out for its depth of capital markets: both pension funds invest in venture capital through VC firms, and there are numerous accelerators and significant government programs. In China, both government capital and corporate giants (BAT—Baidu, Alibaba, Tencent) invest in hundreds ...

... becoming one of the largest fintech IPOs of the year. This success is inspiring others. The designer platform Figma has officially conducted its listing: its IPO was valued at around $1.5 billion (the company's revenue for 2024 was $749 million) with a market capitalization of about $15–20 billion. Figma's shares started trading on a positive note, confirming high investor demand for tech IPOs. A number of well-known startups (including payment service Stripe, social platform Reddit, and Indian e-commerce ...

... elevating startup valuations to multi-billion-dollar levels, particularly in the artificial intelligence sector. Return of major investors and mega funds. Leading players are launching large-scale venture funds and ramping up investments, refilling the market with capital and increasing risk appetite. Industry diversification of investments. Venture capital is flowing into not only AI but also fintech, climate projects, biotechnology, defense technologies, and even crypto startups, broadening market horizons. Consolidation ...

... regulations for foreign investors in Russia were also relaxed: they were allowed to purchase shares of domestic companies and withdraw funds with ease. These steps aim to stimulate international investments and foster a more integrated local venture capital market within global processes. While the scale of the venture market in the region is still relatively modest, the groundwork for future growth is gradually being laid. Investors are shifting their focus toward more mature projects with proven business ...

... valuations into the multibillion-dollar range, especially in the artificial intelligence sector. Return of major investors and mega-funds. Leading players are launching large-scale venture funds and increasing their investments, once again flooding the market with capital and enhancing the appetite for risk. Industry diversification of investments. Venture capital is being directed not only to AI but also to fintech, climate projects, biotechnology, defense developments, and even crypto-startups, broadening market ...