#10 - Venture Capital Data & Trends Decoded | Peter Walker

VC Unfiltered

In this special episode of VC Unfiltered, Taissa Maleh, Venture Partner at Pegasus, introduces an insightful webinar featuring Peter Walker, Head of Insights at Carta.
Peter dives deep into data trends shaping the venture capital and startup landscape as we approach 2025.
From the rise of AI in startups to shifts in funding strategies and market dynamics, this episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to stay ahead in the evolving venture ecosystem.
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00:32 – Webinar Overview: Insights from Peter Walker of Carta
02:03 – State of Venture Funding: Comparing 2021 Peaks to 2024 Trends
04:00 – New Fundraising Norms: The End of 18-Month Cycles
04:50 – Bridge Rounds Explained: A Growing Trend in Tough Markets
08:00 – Pre-Seed Trends: The Dominance of SAFEs in Early-Stage Funding
11:28 – AI Valuations: How AI Startups Are Setting Higher Benchmarks
15:48 –Priced Rounds Explored
20:36 – Geographic Insights: How Valuations Vary Across Ecosystems
25:00 – Startup Headcount Trends: Shrinking Teams, Growing Efficiency
27:03 – Compensation Shifts: Decline in Equity Packages for Employees
34:40 – Regional Spotlight: Miami’s Rise in the Venture Ecosystem
40:17 – Market Predictions: Why 2025 Could Be Better for Founders
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