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How is Kayko transforming Rwanda’s informal SMEs with a USD 1.2 M seed round?

Kigali-based fintech company Kayko has successfully secured USD 1.2 million in seed funding to digitise the operations of Rwanda’s informal merchants. This funding aims to...

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How Much Did Indian Startups Raise This Week?

David Jones3 weeks ago

by David Jones3 weeks ago00

This week, the Indian startup ecosystem saw a significant resurgence in funding activity, with a total of $347.7 million raised between December 15 and December...

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Is Bengaluru Leading Startup Funding This Week?

James Smith3 weeks ago

by James Smith3 weeks ago02

This week, the Indian startup ecosystem experienced a notable increase in funding activity, with investments rising by approximately 46% compared to the previous week in...

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Is Bengaluru Leading the Charge in Startup Funding This Week?

Emily Brown3 weeks ago

by Emily Brown3 weeks ago02

This week, the Indian startup scene saw a significant boost in funding activities, with investments increasing by about 46% compared to the previous week. Investor...

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Which Australian startups led the funding race in 2025?

Michael Johnson3 weeks ago

by Michael Johnson3 weeks ago01

In 2025, despite economic challenges, several Australian startups managed to secure significant investment rounds. Notably, Firmus and Airwallex each raised substantial amounts twice within the...

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Has Lucid Capital secured $2.5 million in seed funding led by Tharawat Holding?

Jessica Williams3 weeks ago

by Jessica Williams3 weeks ago01

Lucid Capital, a fintech company originally founded in the US and now based in the UAE, has successfully completed a $2.5 million seed funding round....

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Has an Essex fintech secured $4.2M in seed funding with Connecticut Innovations’ backing?

David Jones3 weeks ago

by David Jones3 weeks ago01

A fintech startup in Essex has successfully raised $4.2 million in seed funding to advance its software development aimed at assisting financial institutions in managing...

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How is startup funding evolving in Latin America’s fintech sector?

James Smith3 weeks ago

by James Smith3 weeks ago01

Latin America’s fintech industry is witnessing a surge in investor interest, as several companies secure significant funding to enhance financial accessibility and infrastructure. In Brazil,...

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How is startup funding evolving in Africa and the Middle East this week?

Michael Johnson3 weeks ago

by Michael Johnson3 weeks ago01

This week, the Middle East and Africa witnessed significant venture funding activities, with investments flowing into startups addressing operational challenges and expanding their market presence....

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Is Indian Startup Funding Facing a Significant Slowdown?

Emily Brown3 weeks ago

by Emily Brown3 weeks ago01

The momentum of startup funding in India has seen a sharp decline as the year comes to a close. In the week ending December 27,...

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Can a UAE Startup Compete with Wall Street Giants?

Emily Brown3 weeks ago

by Emily Brown3 weeks ago02

In the Gulf region, family offices are grappling with a unique challenge. Despite having ample capital, they often lack control over critical financial channels. Historically,...

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Why Did Indian Startup Funding Decline by 8% in 2025?

David Jones3 weeks ago

by David Jones3 weeks ago00

In 2025, Indian startups raised approximately $11 billion through over 936 deals, marking an 8% decrease from the $12 billion raised in 2024 across 993...

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Is Indian Startup Funding Set to Decline by 8% in 2025?

James Smith3 weeks ago

by James Smith3 weeks ago01

In 2025, Indian startups experienced a funding decline, raising $11 billion across over 936 deals, marking an 8% drop from the previous year. Despite this,...

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Has Bengaluru Regained Its Position as India’s Top Startup Hub?

Michael Johnson3 weeks ago

by Michael Johnson3 weeks ago03

En 2025, Bengaluru a repris sa place de leader en matière de financement de startups en Inde, levant plus de 4,5 milliards de dollars à...

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Has Prosperr.io Secured $4 Million in Seed Funding?

Emily Brown3 weeks ago

by Emily Brown3 weeks ago02

Prosperr.io, une entreprise fintech SaaS basée à Bengaluru, en Inde, a levé 4 millions de dollars lors d’un tour de financement Seed. Ce tour a...

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How Are Asset-Backed Debt and DFIs Reshaping African Startup Funding in December?

James Smith3 weeks ago

by James Smith3 weeks ago00

December, traditionally a quiet period in venture capital, witnessed a notable shift in African tech financing. The month saw approximately $245 million in funding, with...

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How Are Asset-Backed Debt and DFIs Shaping African Startup Funding in December?

Jessica Williams3 weeks ago

by Jessica Williams3 weeks ago00

December, typically a month of quiet consolidation in venture capital, revealed a significant shift in the financing of Africa’s tech ecosystem. The continent saw approximately...

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Is Southeast Asia’s Startup Funding Facing a Crisis or a Necessary Correction?

Michael Johnson3 weeks ago

by Michael Johnson3 weeks ago02

Southeast Asia’s startup scene is undergoing a significant transformation as venture capital shifts from the boom years of 2020-2022 to a more disciplined focus on...

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How is startup funding shaping up in Africa and the Middle East at the start of 2026?

James Smith3 weeks ago

by James Smith3 weeks ago01

The first week of 2026 has kicked off with significant momentum in startup funding across Africa and the Middle East. Major investments have been directed...

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Has Clean Energy Tech Surpassed Fintech in African Startup Funding in 2025?

Jessica Williams3 weeks ago

by Jessica Williams3 weeks ago01

In 2025, African startups experienced a significant rebound, raising over $3.5 billion, a 59% increase from the previous year. This growth marked a shift towards...

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Has startup funding in Africa reached a new high of $3bn in 2025?

Michael Johnson3 weeks ago

by Michael Johnson3 weeks ago01

In 2025, the African startup ecosystem experienced a robust recovery in fundraising, marking a significant turnaround after two years of decline. By mid-year, startups had...

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What’s happening with startup funding in LATAM this week?

David Jones3 weeks ago

by David Jones3 weeks ago02

This week in Latin America, startup funding may not have reached billion-dollar levels, but early-stage deals provide insightful trends. Companies focused on compliance software, parametric...

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How Much Did Indian Startups Raise This Week?

Jessica Williams3 weeks ago

by Jessica Williams3 weeks ago02

During the final week of 2025, Indian startups experienced a significant funding boost, raising a total of $104.2 million. This marked a substantial 112% increase...

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Has MilkStraw AI Secured $2M to Enhance Its Cloud Optimization Platform?

David Jones3 weeks ago

by David Jones3 weeks ago01

The UAE-based AI startup, MilkStraw AI, has successfully raised $2 million in seed funding aimed at enhancing its AI-driven cloud optimization platform. Spearheaded by VentureSouq,...

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Has MilkStraw AI Secured $2M to Expand Its Cloud Optimization Platform?

Emily Brown3 weeks ago

by Emily Brown3 weeks ago02

MilkStraw AI, une startup d’intelligence artificielle basée aux Émirats Arabes Unis, a levé 2 millions de dollars lors d’un tour de financement de démarrage pour...