The number of active venture capital investors in crypto dropped to 150 in July 2026, down from 1,177 at the peak in March 2022, representing a decline of approximately 87.3%. Crypto projects raised a total of $11.78 billion in 2026, with monthly fundraisings ranging between $690 million and $4 billion. Only 44 deals were announced in July 2026, including 41 fundraisings, 2 M&A operations, and 1 debt financing. The platforms BitMEX and BitMart announced their closure in September and gradual shutdown by January 2027 respectively, illustrating the ongoing purge in the VC-funded crypto industry.
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