How are investors closing Africa’s startup funding gap?
Startups in Africa are grappling with limited and uneven early-stage funding, prompting investors and founders to explore new methods such as inclusive investing and cross-continental...
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Are founders moving away from VC as the default funding?
In recent times, startup founders are exploring funding avenues beyond traditional venture capital. A survey conducted in May 2025 revealed that venture capital ranks fifth...
How did crypto VC funding perform with Figure’s IPO and Rapyd’s raise?
During the week of September 7-13, the crypto sector witnessed a significant influx of funding, totaling $1.213 billion across ten projects, including venture capital rounds...
How did startups in Africa and the Middle East fare in funding this week?
This week, the startup scene in Africa and the Middle East showcased a diverse array of innovations, with significant venture funding activities. TERN Group, based...
Is Metamorphosis 2025 set to be India’s leading Web3 x AI conference?
Metamorphosis 2025, a key event in the India Blockchain Tour, will take place on September 27–28, 2025, at Le Méridien, Gurugram. As India’s foremost Web3...
Has Astrus Raised $8 Million in Seed Funding?
Astrus, une startup spécialisée dans les logiciels d’intelligence artificielle basée à Toronto et Kitchener-Waterloo, a levé 8 millions de dollars américains (11 millions de dollars...
How Much Did Indian Startups Raise This Week?
The Indian startup ecosystem has shown a strong resurgence in early September, with a remarkable increase in funding activity. In just the first six days...
Is Lanchi Ventures intensifying its focus on Chinese AI and robotics start-ups with a new fund?
Lanchi Ventures, a Chinese venture capital firm, is intensifying its investment in the country’s artificial intelligence and robotics start-ups by launching a new fund. This...
Has global startup funding hit an 8-year low due to investor retreat?
In August, global venture funding plummeted to its lowest monthly figure since 2017, totaling $17 billion. This represents a 12% decrease from the previous year...
Did MagicDoor secure $4.5 million in its seed round?
MagicDoor, une plateforme de gestion immobilière native de l’IA basée à Las Vegas, Nevada, a levé 4,5 millions de dollars lors d’un tour de financement...