... of new funds and programs; governments across various countries are increasing support for innovation, striving not to fall behind in the global technology race. Preliminary data shows that the first half of 2025 was the most productive in terms of venture funding since 2021. In North America alone, investment volume for the first half of the year grew by approximately 87% (to ~$116 billion) compared to last year, largely due to massive deals in the field of artificial intelligence. Overall, this positive ...

... their way to IPOs. Heightened competition and innovative investment solutions have led to the emergence of over 100 unicorns actively developing in the market. In this article, we will explore the key trends and events affecting the current landscape of venture funds and their role in supporting new technologies. Startup and Venture Capital News, Sunday, July 27, 2025: AI Records, Crypto Boom, and Revival of IPOs The end of July 2025 brings positive news for the global startup ecosystem and the venture capital ...

... defense technologies, and fund ecosystems. Investors are increasingly looking for new opportunities, and startups are offering innovative solutions to tech companies. The expected growth in funding for deeptech and AI startups opens up new horizons for venture funds looking to maximize their investment returns. In this article, we analyze current trends, successful deals, and forecasts for the future of the sector. Startup and VC News - Wednesday, June 18, 2025: AI Megadeals and Defense Technologies Drive ...

... analyze key market trends, and assess the direction of venture investments. Return of Venture Appetite After a lull in recent years, the venture market is showing a confident revival. Preliminary results for the first half of 2025 indicate that global venture funding has reached its highest level since early 2022. In the second quarter of 2025, global investments in startups amounted to approximately $91 billion, an 11% increase from the previous year. While still far from the peak levels of 2021, the current ...

... boasts over 75–80 unicorns (a leading center in China). These cities come to mind first when discussing world-class accelerators (such as Y Combinator in California or TechStars in New York), cutting-edge startup building practices, and access to major venture funds. In addition to megacities, many countries are developing national technology parks and hubs. Israel hosts a network of incubators supported by the government and has a highly concentrated R&D cluster in Tel Aviv and Haifa. Singapore has created ...