- Today
Global venture investments reached $159 billion in Q3 2026
Global startups raised $159 billion in venture funding during the third quarter of 2026, according to Crunchbase data. Nearly 6,000 startups received funding worldwide between July and September. However, the most notable figure was not the overall funding tot
Uzbekistan proposes new rules for its capital market
Uzbekistan is preparing a new law on the capital market that would expand the range of financial instruments, strengthen investor protection and bring the country’s capital market regulations closer to international standards. The draft law was discussed at an
- Yesterday
New York demands greater accountability from AI companies
On October 5, the New York City Council held a hearing focused on artificial intelligence safety. All 51 members of the City Council participated. Representatives of OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Meta answered questions about the risks associated with AI tech
- Sunday 4 October
Kazakhstan’s startup market is growing. The next challenge is global expansion
Kazakhstan’s startup ecosystem has expanded rapidly in recent years. According to the 2026 Kazakhstan Startup Landscape report, the RISE database includes more than 1,500 startups and technology companies in Kazakhstan, over 203 venture-backed companies, and i
AI startups and No-Code tools: Building a startup without coding
Launching a tech startup previously required significant funding and a team of software engineers. Today, modern AI and No-Code technologies allow non-technical founders to build functional startup MVPs within days. 1. Popular No-Code and AI ecosystem Category
What is a post-mortem analysis? Learning from failure
In medicine, “post-mortem” refers to an autopsy conducted to determine the cause of death. In startup culture, a post-mortem is a blameless evaluation performed after a project failure or crisis to understand what went wrong and prevent recurrence. 1. 5 Steps
Why do 90% of startups fail? Analysis of the top 10 mistakes
Global startup statistics show that approximately 90% of new ventures fail. Why do promising ideas with talented teams and initial funding shut down? Based on data from CB Insights, we analyze the top 10 root causes. 1. Top 10 reasons startups fail (CB Insight
What are SAFE agreements and convertible notes? Structuring investor deals
Determining a startup’s exact valuation during early stages (Pre-seed and Seed) is notoriously difficult. To avoid spending months negotiating valuation, founders and investors use convertible investment instruments. The most widely adopted standards are SAFE
What are vesting and cliff? Splitting equity among co-founders
A common mistake when founding a startup is granting 100% of the equity to co-founders upfront on day one. For example, if two co-founders split equity 50/50 and one departs after 3 months, they retain 50% of the venture. To prevent this, standard startup prac
What is bootstrapping? Growing a startup without external capital
Not every startup requires venture capital to achieve scale. Scaling a company using only personal savings and customer-generated revenue without institutional investors is called “Bootstrapping.” To build an MVP cost-effectively while bootstrapping, read our
What is the difference between an accelerator and an incubator? Which suits your venture best?
Early in their entrepreneurial journey, many inexperienced founders use the terms “accelerator” and “incubator” interchangeably. While both entities exist to support and nurture startup growth, they are fundamentally designed for completely different stages of
Cap table and valuation: Startup valuation and equity distribution
During a startup’s fundraising journey, founders must navigate two critical financial and legal concepts: the valuation of the company and the Capitalization Table (Cap Table). Misunderstanding these concepts or mismanaging equity allocation can lead to founde
What is a pitch deck? Creating a presentation that attracts investors
Investors review dozens, sometimes hundreds, of startup pitch decks every day. According to research by DocSend, an investor spends an average of 2 minutes and 42 seconds evaluating a single pitch deck. Consequently, your presentation must be concise, visually
What is the difference between a venture capital fund and an angel investor?
When searching for startup investment, founders frequently encounter the terms Angel investor and Venture Capital fund . While both provide capital to growing startups, their operating mechanics, risk tolerances, and expectations differ significantly. Read our
Investment stages: Pre-seed, Seed. Series A, B, C
As startups evolve from an initial concept into global giants, they progress through a multi-tiered funding chain. Each investment stage aligns with specific objectives, risk profiles, and product readiness levels. In this guide, we break down all major stages
What is a startup ecosystem? Startup environment in Uzbekistan
No startup can thrive on an isolated island. Behind every successful project stands a robust ecosystem—a network of accelerators, investors, government support, universities, and experienced mentors. In recent years, Uzbekistan has emerged as one of the fastes
What is Product-Market Fit (PMF)? Identifying product and market alignment
In the startup world, the phrase Product-Market Fit (PMF) is considered the holy grail of success. Angel investors and venture capitalists always ask first: “Do you have PMF?” So, what exactly is PMF, and how can a startup know when it has achieved it? To achi
What is a startup, and how does it differ from a traditional business?
In today’s economy, the term “startup” is used frequently. However, many people are accustomed to labeling any newly opened small business — whether a new coffee shop or a sewing workshop — as a startup]. In reality, there are fundamental differences between a
- Saturday 3 October
Kazakhstan to launch $50 Million fund for AI and creative industries
Kazakhstan-based investment company Dasco Capital and Qazaqstan Investment Corporation (QIC) have signed a strategic cooperation agreement for the $50 million Tolqyn AI Venture Fund, which will focus on artificial intelligence, digital technologies, and creati
- Wednesday 30 September
Global venture investments reached $159 billion in Q3 2026
Global startups raised $159 billion in venture funding during the third quarter of 2026, according to Crunchbase data. Nearly 6,000 startups received funding worldwide between July and September. However, the most notable figure was not the overall funding tot