Emerging Markets
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Emerging Markets Startup Investment Trends for 2026
African startups collectively raised $100 million across 58 deals in the first two months of 2026.

Governments Boost Venture Capital in Emerging Markets with New Funds
In 2023, government-backed funds in Southeast Asia committed a staggering $15 billion to venture capital, a 40% surge year-over-year, according to Asian Development Bank.

Emerging markets defy AI fears amid global record funding
In just over a year, Turkey's Periodic Labs, an AI startup, saw its valuation skyrocket from $1.

Accel closes $550M India fund, boosting venture capital
Accel, a venture capital giant, just closed a new $550 million fund dedicated solely to India.

Global Software Market Set for Trillion-Dollar Growth Amidst Shifting Regional Powers
By 2030, over 60% of new software spending will originate outside the G7, a dramatic reversal from a decade ago, according to an IDC Report 2024 .

MENA venture capital: Maturing exit landscape
In 2022, the MENA region saw 57 startup exits via M&As, a 30% increase from the previous year, even as global markets began to cool.

Central Asia startups attract record venture capital funding
At the Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) 2026, projects worth an astonishing €75 billion were unveiled, signaling Central Asia's unexpected rise as a global investment hotspot, according

Anara Impact Capital Closes $48M Fund for North Africa Tech
Anara Impact Capital has nearly hit its $50 million target, securing $48 million in its first close.

The African Startup Funding Surge: What's Driving the 2025 Rebound and Beyond
A significant rebound in African startup funding in 2025 signals a renewed investor confidence after a prolonged downturn.

5 Key Factors for Tech Investment in Emerging Markets for 2026
This guide breaks down the critical elements venture capitalists and private equity firms are analyzing for tech investment in emerging markets for 2026. It outlines foundational pillars from market dynamics to regulatory frameworks that attract funding.