... regions, including Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, to access a global network of experts and investors. 500 Global Venture Fund Formerly known as 500 Startups, the 500 Global fund manages assets of over $1.8 billion and invests in startups around the world. The fund supports companies operating in sectors such as technology, healthcare, fintech, and artificial intelligence. Key Programs of 500 Startups Acceleration Program The main acceleration program of 500 Startups is conducted several times a year and is targeted at early-stage startups that wish to accelerate ...

... an investor, grant support reduces risks (the company becomes more mature without being diluted). Indirectly, this also stimulates venture investments - after grants, private investments are often attracted for further growth. Innovation clusters and technology parks. Special zones have been created in Russia where startups receive preferential conditions. For example, the Skolkovo center is an innovation cluster whose residents are exempt from a number of taxes, have access to mentoring support, and can apply for mini-grants. Similar technology parks and innovation ...

... companies. The UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi) attracts startups with the absence of profit tax and the establishment of free economic zones for IT businesses (100% foreign ownership, simplified licensing). China provides tax holidays and subsidies for high-tech startups in technology clusters (Shenzhen, Hangzhou), although the overall legal environment in China is complicated by government control and localization requirements. In addition to taxes, legal protection for innovations is crucial—strong judicial systems, ...

... capital. For instance, biomedical company Altos Labs continues to attract hundreds of millions for research in lifespan extension, while Greek project Centivax received more than €130 million to develop a next-generation universal vaccine. Defense Technologies: investments in startups related to defense and security are rising amid geopolitical tensions. Projects in drone technology, cybersecurity, space systems, and related fields are receiving support from both government funds and private investors seeking to strengthen ...

... biomedical company Altos Labs continues to raise hundreds of millions of dollars for research related to life extension, while the Greek project Centivax secured over €130 million for the development of a next-generation universal vaccine. Defense Technologies: Investments in startups related to defense and security are growing amid geopolitical tensions. Projects in drone technology, cybersecurity, space systems, and related fields are receiving support from both state funds and private investors eager to strengthen technological ...