Discussion on the decline in VC deals in 2023. Anticipated trends and investments in VC for 2024, with a focus on AI. The importance of AI and its potential impact on industries. The current state of VC and the importance of realistic expectations and experienced venture capitalists.
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Despite the decline in overall VC deals, artificial intelligence (AI) was a significant factor in investment in 2023, and it is expected to continue to attract capital in 2024, although with potentially more caution.
AI technology has the potential to increase efficiency and productivity by automating mundane tasks, allowing professionals to focus on higher-value activities, improving business operations across industries.
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VC Deals in the US Fell to Lowest Levels Since 2019
According to New Year End data from Pitch Book, VC deals in the US fell to levels not seen since 2019. In 2023, VCs invested 170.6 billion in the US, a 30% decrease from 2022. This decline was not limited to the US, as VC deals also decreased globally, reaching the lowest outlay for startups since 2017. The big question for 2024 is where the venture money will go, and specifically, whether artificial intelligence (AI) will continue to receive significant capital. Despite the decline in overall VC deals, AI was a significant factor in investment in 2023, and it is expected to continue to attract capital in 2024, although with potentially more caution.
AI's Role in the Future and Impact on Business Operations
AI is considered a transformational technology that has the potential to impact various industries. Many verticals are expected to experience some degree of influence from AI. A key aspect to consider is how AI can increase efficiency and productivity by reducing time-consuming tasks. Although AI may not replace humans entirely, it can drive efficiency by automating mundane activities, thereby allowing professionals to focus on higher-value tasks that require human expertise. Additionally, companies across industries are actively exploring how they can leverage AI technology to improve business operations, providing better services and solving complex problems.
The Potential Impact of AI on Verticals and the Future Outlook
Looking towards the future, expectations are that AI will continue to evolve and play a significant role in numerous sectors. The long-term effect of AI on productivity may be comparable to past technological advancements, such as those seen during the Industrial Revolution. The adoption and advancement of AI could free up human resources from menial tasks and enable more time to be spent on higher-level activities, resulting in increased productivity and efficiency across industries. While it is still early in the AI journey, there are vast opportunities for entrepreneurs who possess domain expertise to capitalize on AI technology and bring innovative solutions to life.
Jeff Grabow, US Venture Capital Leader at EY, discusses the VC landscape and outlook for deals in 2024. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.