... safe AI research. Anduril Industries: the startup at the intersection of defense and AI technologies closed a Series G round at $2.5 billion, doubling its valuation to over $30 billion. These record investments confirm investors' eagerness to seize new technological waves. Venture funds are ready to invest unprecedented amounts even in late stages if they see the potential for another “unicorn.” This has led to a genuine AI boom in North America: over a third of all deals are related to artificial ...

... million to support startups at the intersection of the U.S. and Indian markets, while the Pi Network project has established a $100 million venture fund for its blockchain ecosystem, and the Wisconsin state government fund is allocating $100 million for technology investments. New funds focused on deeptech are being launched in Europe. These initiatives signal that investors are actively forming pools of capital to seek out new growth opportunities. Mergers and Acquisitions Gaining Momentum: Major corporations are resuming ...

... moving beyond just artificial intelligence. Following last year's downturn, fintech has noticeably revived: large rounds are occurring not only in the U.S. but also in Europe, Asia, and emerging markets. A notable return of large deals in financial technologies is evidenced by New York-based platform iCapital, which raised $820 million from a consortium of investors at a valuation exceeding $7.5 billion, signaling renewed interest in the sector. At the same time, there is a boom in "green" technologies: venture funds ...

On August 8, 2025, the world of venture investments and startups embraces a new era with the active development of mega funds and artificial intelligence technology. We will discuss the most resonating startup news, including anticipated IPOs and investment deals that could radically change the venture market. We will also explore how mega funds influence the dynamics of venture funds and which startups ...

... beyond artificial intelligence alone. After last year's slowdown, there is a noticeable revival in fintech: major rounds are occurring not only in the U.S. but also in Europe, Asia, and emerging markets. A significant revival of major deals in financial technologies is highlighted by the recent $820 million raised by New York-based platform iCapital through a consortium of investors, at a valuation exceeding $7.5 billion—signaling renewed interest in the sector. Concurrently, there is a boom in “green” technologies: funds are eagerly financing climate projects—from ...