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Crypto VC funding doubled in 2025, driven by the rise of RWA tokenization, indicating a growing interest in this sector and potential for future growth.

TRM Labs has achieved unicorn status after raising $70 million in funding, with Goldman Sachs participating in the round.

Redtech Ltd., a Nigerian fintech company backed by Tony Elumelu, is considering a $100 million funding round to expand across Africa over the next two years.

Positron has raised $230M in Series B funding to compete with Nvidia's AI chips, backed by investors including Qatar Investment Authority, as demand for alternative AI chips increases.

Varaha, a company focused on carbon removal from the Global South, has secured $20M in funding as part of a $45M Series B round led by WestBridge Capital, indicating growing interest in sustainable initiatives.

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Skyryse has secured an additional $300M in funding, valuing the company at $1.15 billion, as it works towards FAA certification for its universal operating system for flight, aiming to simplify and improve safety in aviation.

Lotus Health has secured $35 million in funding for its AI-powered doctor that provides free consultations, marking a significant milestone for the company as it expands its reach nationwide.

The House of Representatives is set to vote on a funding package to end the partial government shutdown, potentially resolving the issue within four days.

Avalanche, a fusion power company, has secured $29 million in funding to develop its compact fusion technology, which could potentially disrupt the industry.

Waymo has raised $16 billion in funding to scale its robotaxi fleet internationally, valuing the company at $126 billion.

Waymo, a self-driving car technology company, has secured a $16 billion funding round, valuing the company at $126 billion, indicating significant investor confidence in its autonomous driving technology.