... developments that have been maturing in the depths of the startup environment. New funds and financing instruments for startups Following the growth of startup valuations, the number of new sources of capital is also growing. Large corporations are launching corporate venture divisions, and investment firms are mastering unconventional financing instruments. For example, Analog Devices (a major microchip manufacturer) has established its own fund to invest in breakthrough projects in robotics, climate and medical technologies ...

... through these accelerators). Countries where angel investment culture is well-developed (the U.S., U.K., Canada, Israel) provide startups with "fuel" at the riskiest stage, increasing the funnel of potential unicorns. Corporate Investors. Corporate Venture Capital (CVC)—investment divisions of large corporations—have become significant players. Tech giants (Google, Microsoft, Salesforce, Alibaba, Samsung, etc.) regularly invest in startups, acquiring minority stakes. This is mutually beneficial: ...

... technological advantage. Overall, the current activity in mergers, acquisitions, and large venture deals reflects the restructuring and maturation of the industry. Mature startups are either merging with one another or becoming acquisition targets for corporations. At the same time, venture funds are finally obtaining more opportunities for long-awaited profitable exits. For example, medical startup HistoSonics (USA), which developed an innovative system for non-invasive tumor destruction, was acquired by a consortium of investors ...

... startups. In this article, we will explore the key advantages and disadvantages of current trends, analyze recent mega-rounds and their impact on the industry, and provide forecasts for the future of venture investments. We will particularly focus on corporate venture strategy and the development of startups, which, thanks to these processes, can quickly secure significant positions in the market. Startup and Venture Capital News — Tuesday, August 5, 2025: IPO Wave, Mega Deals, and the Global Venture Capital ...

... smaller funds combined. This concentration of resources among market leaders means that young venture managers have limited access to capital. At the same time, new players with interesting niche strategies are emerging. Large corporations are launching corporate venture arms to invest in relevant technologies. For example, semiconductor giant Analog Devices has created the AD Ventures fund to invest in projects in robotics, climate, and medtech startups. Google is forming a new fund through its Gradient Ventures ...