Seattle's $1.5B Q1 2026: Fewer Deals, Bigger Checks, AI Dominates
Seattle's Q1 2026 saw 69 deals for $1.5B — the lowest deal count since mid-2020, reflecting a national AI-led capital concentration trend.
Venture Capital News, Guides & Fund Directory
Venture capital fuels the companies that reshape industries — from AI infrastructure and fintech to healthcare and defense tech. This hub collects our latest analysis on how VC firms evaluate startups, structure deals, and deploy capital across stages and geographies.
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- Fund profiles & directories: Stage focus, sector thesis, and check-size context for active investors
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- Founder playbooks: Pitch decks, term sheets, warm intros, and fundraising strategy
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