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<p><i>Venture funding for </i><a href="/en/w3-directory"><i>Web3</i></a><i>, encompassing crypto and </i><a href="/en/what-is-blockchain"><i>blockchain</i></a><i> startups, experienced a slight uptick in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter—a positive shift after a period of decline. But despite this improvement, funding levels remain below those of previous years, indicating a continued transition within the Web3 sector. What are the latest trends and insights shaping the Web3 market evolution?&nbsp;</i></p>
<h2 id="strong-web3-market-evolution-in-q1-2024-steady-growth-amidst-decline-strong"><strong>Web3 Market Evolution in Q1 2024: Steady Growth Amidst Decline</strong></h2>
<p><br>In Q1 2024, startups in the Web3 sector secured close to $1.9 billion across 346 deals, marking a notable 58% increase from the previous quarter. However, these figures reflect a 17% decrease compared to the same period in 2023, highlighting a broader downward trend year-over-year. Additionally, the deal count experienced a significant 48% drop compared to the previous year.</p>
<h2 id="strong-web3-s-present-future-strong"><strong>Web3's Present &amp; Future&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<h3 id="strong-past-glory-vs-current-challenges-strong"><strong>Past Glory vs Current Challenges</strong></h3>
<p>Web3's journey has been characterized by rapid growth followed by a notable pullback starting in 2022. This contraction was particularly pronounced due to market volatility and challenges within the crypto industry, including notable incidents like <a href="/en/ftx-founder-sam-bankman-fried-sentenced-25-years-in-prison">FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's legal issues</a> and the bankruptcy of crypto lenders. However, Q1 2024 marks a promising rebound for Web3 venture funding, signaling potential recovery amidst ongoing market stabilization efforts.</p>
<h3 id="strong-emerging-unicorns-and-valuation-trends-strong"><strong>Emerging Unicorns and Valuation Trends</strong></h3>
<p>Despite the subdued funding environment, Web3 witnessed the emergence of new unicorns -<i>companies reaching a valuation of $1 billion without being listed on the stock market</i>- in Q1 2024. This resurgence in valuations suggests renewed investor confidence, with multiple startups achieving unicorn status. Notable funding rounds reflect renewed interest from investors and a potential shift towards larger-scale investments in promising Web3 ventures.</p>
<h3 id="strong-future-ahead-strong"><strong>Future Ahead</strong></h3>
<p>The upcoming quarters will be critical for assessing the trajectory of Web3 venture funding. While investors anticipate a gradual recovery driven by increased adoption of decentralized internet technologies, the full rebound may take time to materialize. The recent surge in crypto prices and positive regulatory developments, including <a href="/en/when-will-sec-approve-bitcoin-etf-and-ethereum-etf">the approval of Bitcoin-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs)</a>, could further stimulate venture investment in the Web3 space.</p>

Web3 Venture Funding: Q1 2024 Overview

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