Crypto VC will prioritize quantum-ready infrastructure heading into 2027, Moon Pursuit founder says

Moon Pursuit Capital founder Utkarsh Ahuja has said crypto venture investors will prioritize quantum-ready infrastructure heading into 2027 as global VC investment reached $227.4 billion in the second quarter. Summary Global VC investment reached $227.4 billion across 8,440 deals during Q2 2026. Ahuja expects post-quantum security and blockchain migration tools to attract more capital. Moon Pursuit co-led AmericanFortress’ $8 million seed round with SAVA and 0G Labs. NIST and major blockchain developers have already started preparing for quantum-resistant systems. KPMG’s latest Venture Pulse report found that global venture funding recorded its second-highest quarterly total in Q2, although much of the capital went to large companies working in AI and other advanced technologies. VC-backed companies raised $227.4 billion across 8,440 deals, down from the record $332.9 billion invested during Q1. OpenAI’s $122 billion round had lifted the first-quarter total, while Anthropic’s $65 billion financing provided the largest contribution in Q2. US companies received $144.9 billion across 3,644 deals, accounting for nearly 64% of global investment. Other major US transactions included a $1...