Odaily Planet Daily reports that in February, crypto startups raised approximately $883 million in venture capital, a decrease of about 13% compared to over $1 billion in the same period last year.
Andrei Grachev, Managing Partner at DWF Labs, stated that investors are now more focused on revenue, user base, and the survival ability of projects in a bear market, leading to a more cautious investment strategy. He pointed out that in 2026, venture capital will mainly focus on stablecoins and payment infrastructure, AI agents, and compliance and fund management tools for institutions.
Major funding rounds in February include: Flying Tulip raising $206 million through a token sale; digital goods platform Whop receiving a strategic investment of $200 million from Tether; and U.S. digital asset bank Anchorage Digital securing a strategic equity investment of $100 million from Tether. (DL News)
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