... a diversity of opportunities. Investors—from Silicon Valley to Moscow and Dubai—are returning to the market, blending a desire for new unicorns with sound judgment. For startups, it is time to seize this window of opportunity: strong teams with innovative solutions and global ambitions can attract capital even amidst fierce competition. The new wave of venture capital is dictating its own rules, where the winners are those who can merge technological boldness with business pragmatism and international scale. These projects will shape the next phase of technological growth, and funds, cautiously scaling their activity, are prepared to support them on this journey.

... with unprecedented capital-raising deals being struck and startup plans for going public returning to the agenda. Major corporations are resuming bold investments, launching new funds, while governments across various nations are ramping up support for innovation, keen to keep pace in the global technological race. Preliminary data indicates that the total venture financing volume in the first half of 2025 reached its highest level since early 2022. In the second quarter, global investments in startups amounted to about $90–91 billion, representing ...

... record deals are being made for capital raising, and startups' plans to go public have returned to the agenda. Major corporations have resumed large-scale venture investments, and governments across various countries are increasing their support for innovation, eager not to lag in the global technology race. The first half of 2025 has become the most productive since 2021 in terms of venture investments, which reinforces optimism in the market. Venture deals span all regions—from Silicon Valley and Europe to Asia, the Middle East, Africa,...

... strengthening its market position and ensuring long-term growth. For investors, this could signify potential stock price appreciation and stability in dividend payments. Thus, Megafon's strategic investments are aimed at modernizing infrastructure, implementing innovative technologies, and pursuing sustainable development, which strengthens the company’s market position and benefits both the Russian economy and its investors.

On August 2, 2025, the venture market will reflect significant changes. IPOs, mega-rounds, and global startup growth will define a new era in venture investments. Interest in innovations is increasing, with technology startups in artificial intelligence and beyond taking center stage. Despite global economic challenges, there is a noticeable rise in investments in startups this year. We will analyze which companies have become new unicorns, which venture ...