🚀 Despite a 20% dip in Q3, blockchain startups are still on track to match last year's $8B investment! With 478 deals closed, AI-blockchain combos are the new power couple, seeing a fivefold funding boost. Sentient, CeTi, and Sahara AI led the charge, raising $188M.

Layer-1 projects snagged $341M, while trading and infrastructure followed closely. Meanwhile, Web3 and gaming took a breather with a 39% dip.

Eidon AI and Brevis are making waves with fresh funding, while Multiledgers and Alluvial are expanding their horizons.

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