Analysis

September 8, 2023

Will generative AI revolutionise the way VCs find deals?

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The Moonfire team

VC has long been criticised for relying too much on gut feel and warm intros to make bets. 

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Kai Nicol-Schwarz

Kai Nicol-Schwarz was a senior reporter at Sifted. He covered AI and UK tech.

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