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The groupthink boom: what 3 top VCs really think about the AI frenzy
May 30, 2026
A venture capitalist said that in San Francisco’s AI boom, 22-year-old founders may already have seed term sheets in their inbox, while 19-year-olds who are building AI can attract Series A offers. The remark captures how extreme the fundraising frenzy has become, with age and perceived talent compressing startup financing timelines.
"If you're 22 years old in San Francisco and building something in AI, there may be a seed term sheet in your inbox — but if you're 19, oh my God, this means you're really good; you might already have a Series A [offer]," said one, half-kiddingly.
Source: techcrunch.com