... startups and venture investments. This month, several significant IPOs are expected that could reshape the startup landscape on both local and global markets. Investors are closely monitoring the latest investment trends, particularly in the fields of technology and innovation. Artificial intelligence continues to attract attention, as startups utilizing AI become increasingly popular among venture capitalists. Discover what global deals are on the horizon and how they will impact startup exits in the coming years....

... being struck at record levels and plans for companies' IPOs back in the spotlight. Major funds and corporations have resumed substantial investments, launching new venture programs, while governments across various countries have ramped up support for innovative businesses, striving not to fall behind in the global technology race. Preliminary estimates suggest that the first half of 2025 has been the most successful since 2021 in terms of total venture investments. In North America alone, investments in startups during this period surged approximately 87% (to ~$116 ...

... Rate and Development Trajectory Andreessen Horowitz prefers startups that already demonstrate a high rate of growth and have a clear plan for further development. This allows the firm to see a quicker return on investment and ensure scalability. Deep Technological Innovations The firm supports companies that leverage cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, quantum computing, and biotechnology to create new opportunities and improve existing products. Average Investment Size and Fund ...

... funding levels (despite a decline in China), and Israel has reached a two-year high in venture deals. Even in less developed markets in Africa and Latin America, their own unicorns are emerging, and governments and corporations are actively supporting technological initiatives. Thus, the global venture ecosystem is becoming more distributed: new centers of innovation are strengthening beyond traditional startup capitals. Russia and the CIS: Local Focus Amid Global Trends Despite external constraints, Russia and neighboring countries are also witnessing a revival of venture activity. New funds and investment ...

... combine accounting and payment services for small businesses. Apart from these mega-deals, nearly every week sees announcements of smaller strategic acquisitions, especially in AI and security sectors. For example, Amazon recently joined the race for AI technologies by acquiring startup Bee , which developed a wearable AI gadget (a smart bracelet that records and transcribes speech). There is also consolidation in fintech: large players prefer to acquire innovative fintech services rather than create them from scratch. The wave of acquisitions clearly shows that many venture investors are finally seeing “exit” opportunities as large companies buy startups at attractive valuations. The easing of antitrust ...