Aptos co-founder Shaikh and his former colleagues have secured a significant funding boost of $50 million for the venture fund Maximum Frequency Ventures. The investment, led by the […]
GITEX GLOBAL’s Expand North Star Unlocks Global Startup Potential
The world’s largest startup and investor connector event kicked off with a record number of attendees from across the globe at Dubai Harbour. More than 2,000 startups are […]
Expand North Star Fuels Startup Growth: Over 2,000 Startups Join Global Event in Dubai
Dubai, UAE – October 12, 2025 – Expand North Star, a cornerstone event within GITEX GLOBAL, celebrated its 10th anniversary with record-breaking participation. This year’s edition drew over […]
A Deep Dive into African Fintech: Top 10 Companies by Funding
African fintech is driving financial inclusion and innovation across the continent. This sector has witnessed explosive growth, fueled by increasing demand for digital payment solutions. As a result, […]
Kalshi Secures $300M Series D Funding, Valued at $5 Billion
Prediction market platform Kalshi has secured a significant $300 million Series D funding round, valuing the company at $5 billion. This massive investment, led by prominent venture firms […]
African Startups Raise $140 Million in September 2025
Venture capital investment into African startups surged in September, reaching a total of $140 million, according to data from Africa the Big Deal. This represents a significant jump […]
Crypto Market Slump: Bitcoin Miners Navigate Convertible Note Deals Amidst Venture Capital Slowdown
Shares in Bitcoin mining firms IREN and Kindly MD experienced declines following recent announcements of significant convertible note deals, highlighting a broader slowdown in venture capital activity within […]
Crypto Stocks Struggle Amidst Convertible Note Deals; Institutional Investor Activity Slows
Shares of IREN (IREN), a Bitcoin mining company, and Kindly MD, an enterprise healthcare company with ties to the Bitcoin firm Nakamoto, experienced losses on Tuesday following announcements […]
Record VC Investment Fuels AI Boom in 2025
Venture capital (VC) investments for artificial intelligence (AI) startups have reached a record high of $192.7 billion in the first half of 2025, according to PANews. This substantial […]
Venture Capital Fuels Growth of Decentralized Perpetual Futures Exchanges
Decentralized perpetual futures exchanges, known as perp DEXs, have experienced significant growth in 2025, drawing considerable attention from venture capital investors. This surge is fueled by record trading […]
Andreessen Horowitz Invests in Founder-Driven Crypto Initiatives: A New Era of Empowerment
Andreessen Horowitz (A16Z) showcased its commitment to empowering crypto founders at its 2025 LP Summit in Silicon Valley. Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz emphasized a focus on strategic […]
South Korea Lifts Ban on Crypto VC Funding: Boosting Blockchain Growth
South Korea has taken a significant step towards bolstering its crypto industry by lifting the seven-year ban on venture capital funding for companies in the sector. The move, […]
South Korea Opens Doors for Crypto Startups with Venture Certification
South Korea is embarking on a new era for its digital asset sector by granting South Korean crypto firms official venture company certification. Starting September 16, 2025, this […]
South Korea Lifts VC Ban on Crypto Firms, Fostering Startup Growth
South Korea has repealed its 2018 ban on venture capital (VC) investments in crypto firms, a move that unlocks significant funding opportunities for these startups. The policy change […]
South Korea Opens Doors for Crypto Firms, Grants Venture Status
In a move that signals broader industry integration, South Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups has lifted restrictions on crypto firms gaining venture company status. This signifies a […]