NYC Captured 22.6% of All U.S. Early-Stage VC Funding Through November 2025
NYC's early-stage share punches above its weight: 22.6% of all U.S. early-stage funding through Nov 2025 (AlleyWatch) — far larger than its total VC share.
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NYC's early-stage share punches above its weight: 22.6% of all U.S. early-stage funding through Nov 2025 (AlleyWatch) — far larger than its total VC share.
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