... companies and freely withdraw capital from the country. This move aims to stimulate international investments in the economy and venture sector, despite geopolitical conditions. It is noteworthy that émigrés from the CIS are already achieving global success, integrating into the world industry. For example, the AI startup Perplexity (founded by a Belarusian entrepreneur and based in the US) recently raised an additional funding round of approximately $100 million, bringing its valuation to about $18 billion. Another exemplary case is the Dubai project Xpanceo ...

... of such niche initiatives reflects the venture community's desire to find new growth points. Despite a more stringent selection of projects and increased attention to the sustainability of business models, investor trust in the market is returning. Successful IPOs, the activation of M&A activity, record rounds, and a fresh influx of capital are creating conditions for a new growth phase within the startup ecosystem. The venture market is gradually emerging from the downturn of recent years and entering a recovery phase, allowing for optimistic prospects for technological innovations.

... and corporations are resuming significant investments, launching new venture programs, while governments in various countries are ramping up support for innovative businesses. Preliminary estimates suggest that the first half of 2025 has been the most successful since 2021: startups in the US and Canada alone raised about $145 billion (+43% compared to the same period last year), largely due to a series of mega-rounds in artificial intelligence. Private capital is gradually returning to the startup ecosystem, providing startups ...

... influence the dynamics of venture funds and which startups have the chance to become unicorns in this rapidly changing environment. What challenges and opportunities await in the world of venture investments in 2025? Find out in our article. Current Startup and Venture Market News as of August 8, 2025: Mega Funds, Record Investments in AI, Successful IPOs, New Unicorns, and Global Trends As of early August 2025, the global venture capital market is firmly recovering after several years of decline. Investors worldwide are actively financing technology startups again, with deals being struck ...

... technology companies, which helps to attract capital for business growth and scaling. Examples of successful Russian companies such as Ozon, Yandex and Avito show that venture investments can significantly accelerate business development and lead to success. To attract venture capital, a startup needs to carefully prepare, demonstrate a unique product and a strong team, and establish contacts with potential investors.