Why Founders Bet on Deep Tech Before Markets Exist — and Win
What Changed and Why It Matters Founders are taking deep tech bets before clear markets exist. The risk profile has shifted. The commercialization gap is still real, but it’s narrower.…
From demos to dollars: why AI startups are going revenue-first
What Changed and Why It Matters AI startups are recalibrating from eye-catching demos to revenue-first execution. The catalyst: inference costs, investor scrutiny, and a maturing buyer. Commonfund highlights a new…
Why $50M Series B Checks Are Back — And What It Means for AI
What Changed and Why It Matters $50M Series B rounds are resurfacing across AI. The signal: capital has regrouped, and traction is catching up to narrative. One driver is fresh…