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Generative Now | AI Builders on Creating the Future

Semil Shah: Venture Capital Trends in the Age of AI

Mar 28, 2024
Semil Shah, General Partner at Haystack and Venture Partner at Lightspeed, discusses AI investment trends, Reddit's unique IPO, and the future of user-generated content with Lightspeed Partner Michael Mignano. They also dive into venture capital strategies, the dynamics between LPs, funds, and startups, and the impact of AI on the venture landscape.
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  • Reddit IPO signifies market shift to unique business models beyond ad revenue.
  • Adapting venture strategies to changing landscapes requires investing in individuals and navigating market dynamics.

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Exploring the Unique Business Model of Reddit's IPO

The Reddit IPO marks a turning point in the market as the first social IPO in years. Reddit leverages its unique business model that now includes selling training data, shifting from solely ad revenue. This IPO signifies potential industry changes, with Reddit being truly unique and influential in internet culture.

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