Joash Lee, a Venture Partner at Iron Key, invests in emerging technologies like AI, Web3, and ClimateTech. Following a decline in venture capital (VC) from 2021 to 2022, 2024 has shown signs of recovery, with global VC investments rising by 5.5%. Key trends for 2025 include increased global VC momentum, a rebound in IPOs, a resurgence of Web3, continued growth in AI investments, and ClimateTech’s integration with AI innovations. Emerging markets in Southeast Asia and Latin America are thriving, while AI and ClimateTech are expected to attract significant funding as they align with sustainability goals.