Mohammed Abdoolcarim’s Post

AI startups are enjoying a more favorable dealmaking environment—though only select founders are benefiting. A gap is growing between the kind of deals AI companies are getting compared to the overall startup landscape, according to the latest PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor. Particularly at the early stage, PitchBook’s dealmaking indicator shows that AI founders face a friendlier fundraising environment.

Had a Insightful discussion with Andrew Yeung Points we had a chat on : - His inspiration for building a community of innovators - The current Deeptech startup landscape & AI Wrappers from Founder's Perspective as well as a Venture Model - VC exit Challenges in terms of liquidity constraints -Red flags during startup pitches -Navigating FOMO in the rapidly evolving tech sector. thank for your time and Insights Andrew , Enjoyed Our Conversation! #startups #venturecapital #deeptech #andrewmixers #ecosystem #AI

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Start-up/VC lawyers: A crucial reminder that understanding AI is essential—not just for your clients' business models, but for your own professional relevance as well. Observe, listen, and learn. Most importantly, integrate AI into your daily life, both on and off the proverbial clock. Engage with the future.

Fascinating insights! The shift towards AI-first startups signifies a monumental transformation in both the venture capital landscape and the broader tech ecosystem. Your observation regarding the jump from 25% to roughly 90% of VC pitches being AI startups underscores a pivotal moment in innovation. It's clear that the value proposition of AI has not only become more recognized but is now at the forefront of entrepreneurial efforts. The point about "wrapper" companies is especially intriguing, highlighting a diverse range of applications and the potential for significant value creation in repackaging existing AI technologies in innovative ways. This heralds a broader trend where the differentiation lies not just in the technology itself but in how it's applied. Your emphasis on the human element in leveraging AI resonates deeply. It's a reminder that while AI can provide the tools for disruption, the real edge comes from human creativity, insight, and the ability to integrate these technologies effectively into solutions that address real-world problems. Allie K. Miller

"The real disruption is not just coming from AI - but it is coming from the people and companies that use it." I think this is a telling statement from one of the top influencers. This with autonomous agents and automation will be everywhere in 2025. #ai #transformation #skillup #share #natureofwork

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This insight from Allie K. Miller reflects the shift that all tech businesses are going through. And, this shift is also a precursor for how all businesses will need to evolve. Being AI-first isn't just prioritizing the use of AI in your business, it is refactoring your processes and business model to fully leverage the scale, intelligence and speed of AI. It is transformation that takes advantage of the new characteristics of AI for competitive advantage. We need to be prepared to let go of old ways of working. #genai #ai #generativeai #artificialintelligence #futureofwork

AI Co-Pilots Every Startup & VC Needs in Their Toolbox 🛠️ I’ve pulled together 16 GPTs and tools that can actually make a difference for startups and VCs. If you’re building or investing, these AI co-pilots can save you time and help you focus on what really matters. Check it out here 👇 https://lnkd.in/d5Axw7AP Credits to: Rubén D.

(1/4) A few days ago, an excellent post from Henry Ajder resonated about many AI startups looking for an exit but without a sustainable business model or products leveraging valuable proprietary research. Now, while the issues of lack of business strategy or product thinking are quite easy to pick on, how do we address these to get to successful value creation with AI instead? In my next three posts, I will suggest solutions to strengthen your AI projects in three areas: 1. Business strategy 2. Product management 3. Understanding what AI really does. Stay tuned for these, or contact us at Understand-AI.today (https://lnkd.in/eHbtJ7Vn) to book your taster training session!