... have resumed bold venture investments, launching new funds and initiatives, while governments worldwide are increasing support for innovation, eager to keep pace in the global tech race. Preliminary data indicates that in the first half of 2025, global venture capital funding reached its highest level since the beginning of 2022. In the second quarter of 2025, global investments in startups totaled approximately $90–91 billion, representing an increase of around 10–12% from the previous year. Although the numbers ...

... launching new funds and programs, while governments across different countries are enhancing support for innovations, aiming to keep pace in the global technology race. Preliminary data indicates that the first half of 2025 has produced the strongest venture capital funding since 2021. In North America alone, investment volume for the half-year has surged approximately 87% (to ~$116 billion) compared to last year, largely driven by mega-deals in the artificial intelligence sector. Overall, this positive trend signifies ...

... set a new funding record (around €290 million for the first half of 2025), while American projects are leading in mega-rounds (Commonwealth Fusion Systems raised about $1 billion). Biotechnology and medical startups are also attracting significant capital from venture funds. For instance, the American startup Centivax raised $45 million to create a universal flu vaccine. The cybersecurity segment remains a strong market driver (notable examples include the recent Cato Networks deal mentioned above). Crypto and Web3 ...

... e-commerce leader Meesho has announced IPO plans that could become one of the largest in the history of the Indian tech sector. The continuation of the active IPO wave is vital for the entire venture ecosystem. Successful stock market exits finally provide venture funds an opportunity to realize profits and channel capital into new projects. Despite ongoing investor caution, the long-open "window" for public listings is encouraging more and more startups to prepare for listing. Mega Rounds and New Unicorns: Investments Hit Records The artificial intelligence ...

... investors continue to approach deals selectively and judiciously. Below are the key events and trends shaping the current agenda of the venture market as of August 8, 2025: Return of mega funds and large investors. Leading players are forming record venture funds and increasing their investments, saturating the market with capital and reinforcing their risk appetite. Mega funding rounds and new "unicorns." Unprecedented investment volumes are raising startup valuations to record levels, especially in the field of artificial intelligence. Revival of the IPO market....