AI startups raise $89.4B, 34% of all VC funding in 2025
Generative AI alone took $23.4B, while Europe saw 41% growth.
Deep Dive
Key Points
- AI startups captured $89.4B in global VC in 2025, 34% of all venture funding.
- Generative AI & LLMs led with $23.4B, growing 167% year-over-year.
- Europe showed strongest regional growth at 41% YoY, while AI infrastructure grew 78%.
Why It Matters
Record AI funding signals massive capital shift, with generative AI commanding 3.4x valuation premium over traditional tech.