On Thursday, July 31, 2025, we witness the return of IPOs to the venture capital market, marking a new phase for the startup scene. In this article, we will delve into the latest startup news, the successes and failures of venture funds, and the growing significance of artificial intelligence in the funding process. We will analyze how technology is transforming startups and which funding rounds are expected to be in high demand in the coming months. Don't miss our overview to stay updated on current...

... new fund has increased to about 15 months, and many new fund managers are struggling to find financing. Nevertheless, market leaders easily close their mega-funds, and the ecosystem continues to be enriched with new players featuring unconventional strategies. Large corporations are forming corporate venture subsidiaries (for example, the chipmaker Analog Devices has launched the AD Ventures fund to invest in robotics, climate, and medtech projects; Google is forming a new $200 million fund exclusively ...