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India Startup Funding Reaches $11B in 2025 Amid Investor Selectivity
India's startup ecosystem raised $11 billion in 2025, marking a 39% drop in funding rounds as investors focus on startups with strong product-market fit. Seed-stage funding fell 30%, late-stage 26%, while early-stage rose 7%. AI funding grew modestly, with shifts toward manufacturing and deep-tech.
2025 Mega Deal Paradox: Fewer Large Rounds but Bigger Checks in India
Indian startups saw only 18 mega rounds over $100M in 2025, down 25% from 2024, yet average capital per startup increased per Inc42’s Annual Report. This reflects concentrated bets on proven leaders amid contracting volume.
South Korea Launches 2026 Super-Gap Startup Project for Deep-Tech
The Ministry of SMEs and Startups announced funding for 120 high-potential startups across 12 industries like AI, semiconductors, and fusion energy, starting applications December 29, 2025. The program has nurtured 604 startups, three unicorns, and 14 KOSDAQ listings since 2023.
Amferia Medtech Secures €3.5M Oversubscribed Funding Round
Medtech company Amferia raised €3.5M from existing and new investors in an oversubscribed round. This funding supports growth in the medtech sector as part of recent fund closes and acquisitions.
TechCrunch Disrupt Battlefield Features 14 Fintech and Proptech Startups
Top startups from TechCrunch Disrupt include Clox AI for document fraud detection and Cypher for fractional CFO services tailored to startups. Others like Kruncher automate VC processes with AI.
Genia and Investwise Highlight Proptech Innovations at Disrupt
Genia uses AI to convert architectural drawings into code-compliant designs 10x faster. Investwise optimizes data center efficiency for hardware and cooling.
ICSB Reflects on 2025 Milestones and Previews 71st World Congress
ICSB's 2025 President's Report highlights the 70th Anniversary Congress in Cairo with 45+ countries. The 71st Congress in Washington, DC, will unite MSMEs for innovation and growth.
Egypt’s Rowad Domiat Competition Builds Next-Gen Entrepreneurs
Led by Perihan Tawfik of ILO and ICSB, the fourth-year competition empowers young founders in Egypt to develop thriving businesses.
China’s AI Titans Battle for Users, Hardware, and Talent in 2025
ByteDance and Alibaba dominate China's AI market, escalating competition beyond models into user acquisition and capital. Startups face strategic challenges amid giant rivalries.
GeekWire Roundup Spotlights Latest Tech and Startup News
GeekWire's week of December 21, 2025, covers popular technology and startup stories, providing a snapshot of recent developments in the sector.
Global Crypto Regulation Shapes Institutional Adoption
Evolving frameworks and compliance standards in international finance centers are navigating digital assets tax and regulation for broader adoption.
CNN Explores Innovations for Greener Future via Startups
CNN's Tomorrow Transformed series highlights global tech innovations and business changes driving sustainability.