... scaling the business, and establishing connections. Early Stage Funding Participation in the program allows startups to receive initial funding necessary for product development, attracting first customers, and entering the market. Focus on International Markets 500 Startups actively works with international startups, making it an ideal choice for companies looking to enter global markets and attract international investments. 500 Startups is one of the leading accelerators and venture funds that helps startups worldwide ...

... stages that a developing company goes through. Understanding how the venture market works helps an investor navigate: who is responsible for what, when opportunities to invest arise, and what to expect at each stage. The main players in the venture market: Startups (entrepreneurs) are teams creating a new product or service. They need money and resources for growth. In exchange for investments, they give up part of their company and expect that the investor's strategic participation (experience, connections,...

... important—as Israel, despite its small market, compensates with a high human capital level and integration into the global economy, achieving remarkable results (#3 in the world for unicorns per capita). Conversely, in countries lacking talent or with small markets, startups often have to rely on exports and relocation to larger ecosystems for growth. Top 20 Countries by Number of Unicorns and Their Investment Profiles The table below summarizes the top 20 countries in the world by the number of unicorn companies ...

... Fund (IIDF) is the largest Russian accelerator and venture fund that supports startups at various stages of development. In this article, we will talk about acceleration programs, financing, mentoring and cooperation with large corporations that help startups grow and enter new markets. I will also share my experience working on the Open Oil Market project as part of the IIDF program and consider examples of successful companies such as TimePad, CarPrice and YouDo. The Internet Initiatives Development Fund (IIDF) is a leading ...

... 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 growth signals a gradual return of private capital to the startup market. The market's growth is unevenly distributed across regions. The upswing is particularly noticeable in North America, which accounts for approximately 70% of all investments, with a significant portion of capital directed toward AI startups that ...