Venture Capital & Funding

The venture capital market generated 68 new unicorns in Q1 2026, already surpassing 2024's annual count of 117 and approaching 2025's 187. February 2026 recorded the highest venture funding levels on record, with specialized healthcare and biotech firms leading strategic deployments alongside strong exits from generalist portfolios.

Jaunt Air Mobility confronts high-probability capital depletion before commercialization, threatening its position in the advanced air mobility sector. The eVTOL manufacturer must raise additional funds amid challenging market conditions for aerospace startups. The capital crunch reflects broader funding pressures across the electric aviation industry.