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The state of VC within software and AI startups – with Peter Walker

The Pragmatic Engineer

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Navigating Bridge Rounds in Startup Funding

This chapter examines bridge rounds in startup funding, highlighting the challenges and risks associated with seeking additional capital before Series A. Listeners are cautioned about the low success rates for companies needing bridge funding, along with the cultural implications of down rounds and the importance of realistic valuations. It also dispels the myth that summer is an inactive period for venture capital, showcasing data that indicates fundraising can still occur during these months.

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