Forbes:
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By 2025, fintech and AI advancements impacted venture capital and startup creation; over one-third of startups were founded by solo founders, a rise from 23.7% in 2019, according to Carta. The rise of solo General Partners (GPs) using software and platforms like AngelList, Carta, and Assure facilitated Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) creation, offering greater investment flexibility.
Key takeaways
- According to a Forbes report, the convergence of fintech and artificial intelligence significantly altered venture capital and startup formation by 2025
- Carta data reveals that solo founders represented over one-third of all startups in the first half of 2025, a substantial increase from 23
- Accompanying this trend is the growing prevalence of solo General Partners (GPs), who leverage software to enhance operational efficiency
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