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Germany VC landscape thrives despite volume decline, signals growth potential, says GlobalData

Germany’s venture capital (VC) landscape saw notable activity during January-February 2024, with 62 disclosed deals of worth $1.3 billion. Despite a 38.6% year-on-year (YoY) decline in deal volume, the funding value witnessed an impressive 18.9% growth, positioning the country among the top five global markets by funding value. Significant VC funding, including those secured by […]
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Alternative payments account for over two thirds of total e-commerce payments in China, reveals GlobalData

Alternative payment methods such as mobile and digital wallets dominate the e-commerce space in China. They have displaced cash and cards and are the most preferred payment method with 67.3% market share in 2023, finds GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s E-Commerce Analytics reveals that Chinese e-commerce market is expected to register a […]
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UK startup ecosystem stays globally prominent despite YoY dip in first two months of 2024, reveals GlobalData

Amidst a decline in year-on-year (YoY) startup venture capital (VC) funding, the UK’s entrepreneurial ecosystem remains resilient, retaining its influential position globally despite market fluctuations. With $1.4 billion raised across 152 deals in the first two months of 2024, the UK sustains its prominence in Europe’s venture capital landscape, showcasing adaptability and enduring appeal amidst […]
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Alternative payments account for 58% of e-commerce market in India, reveals GlobalData

India’s e-commerce sector is witnessing a seismic shift with alternative payment methods commanding a staggering 58% share of the market in 2023. Mobile and digital wallets have eclipsed traditional payment modes, reflecting a paradigmatic change in consumer preferences and transactional behavior. This dominance underscores the country’s digital revolution, propelled by burgeoning internet connectivity and a […]
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Card payments in Australia to surpass $700 billion in 2024, forecasts GlobalData

Australia has a well-developed card payment market, supported by robust payment infrastructure featuring the widespread acceptance of electronic payments. The country benefits from a nearly 100% banked population and a well-established framework for accepting various payment methods, making it one of the most developed card markets both regionally and globally. Against this backdrop, the card […]
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