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World Congress 2026 North America • Sep 25, 2026 • Session details

What AI Startups Are VCs Actually Funding in 2026

Mariane Bekker , Eric Bahn , Jeremiah Owyang , Suman Natarajan

Technical novelty is no longer a defensible moat for AI startups. To secure funding in 2026, founders must master aggressive distribution. Discover exactly what VCs demand beyond the code.

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