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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The 1980s saw a boom in venture capital, driven by increased institutional investment and the realization of high returns in the sector.

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Andy Bromberg - Startup Investor School Day 4

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Andy Bromberg - Startup Investor School Day 4

03/09/18

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The 1990s experienced a massive influx of capital into venture capital, with AUM skyrocketing from $12 billion to $220 billion in just four years.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

The emergence of venture capital firms in the 1940s and 1950s marked the beginning of a recognizable venture funding structure, with significant returns on early investments.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

06/21/24

@ Y Combinator

During the ZIRP period, banks had to find places to invest their money, leading to a surge in venture capital investments as they sought higher yields.

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a16z Cast

04/29/25

@ a16z

The venture capital industry has undergone a significant structural transformation over the last 15 years, which we predicted and have been discussing for a long time.

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a16z Cast

04/29/25

@ a16z

The dynamics of venture capital are influenced by large pools of institutional capital, which often leads to overfunding and increased competition among VCs.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The venture capital industry has evolved significantly, moving from a focus on tool companies to a landscape where successful companies often disrupt entire industries directly.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The number of significant venture capital firms that have emerged in the last 30 years is very limited, with only a few breaking through to become top-tier.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The current era of venture capital is characterized by a need for power, as startups require strong backing to succeed in a competitive landscape.

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The venture capital industry is increasingly characterized by a divide between high-scale players and specialized firms, with the middle ground becoming less viable.