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Summary: If you’re not an AI startup, good luck raising money from VCs Crunch

1. In 2025, AI startups are projected to receive more than half of all venture capital (VC) funding, marking a significant shift in investment trends.
2. As of the most recent quarter, U.S. VCs have invested 62.7% of their funds into AI, while global firms contributed 53.2%. Notable recipients include Anthropic, which raised $13 billion in September.
3. The number of startups and venture funds successfully raising money is at its lowest in years, with only 823 funds being raised globally so far in 2025 compared to 4,430 in 2022. This indicates a potential market bifurcation between AI-focused companies and others, with large firms having a significant advantage.
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2025 sees over half of VC funding directed towards AI startups, a shift in investment trends. US VCs invested 62.7%, global firms 53.2%. Notable recipients include Anthropic ($13bn). Fundraising for startups is at a decade-low (823 funds globally vs 4,430 in 2022), signaling potential market
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URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/10/04/if-youre-not-an-ai-startup-good-luck-raising-money-from-vcs/#summary

Date: Oct. 6, 2025

Notes: 2025-10-06

Created: 2025/10/06 18:20

Updated: 2025/12/08 01:07

Last Read: 2025/10/06 19:05

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