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TBC119: The State of the Fundraising Market in 2025

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Is pre-seed fundraising harder than ever? In this episode of The Backchannel, we break down how expectations for early-stage startups have shifted. Investors now demand more proof—traction, paying customers, and even product builds—before writing checks. Why? A mix of AI-driven productivity, global talent access, and the lingering effects of the post-ZIRP investment climate. If you’re a founder navigating this new reality, this episode will help you understand what it takes to stand out. Learn how to adapt, leverage AI tools, and make progress without investor capital. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve.

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Is pre-seed fundraising harder than ever? In this episode of The Backchannel, we break down how expectations for early-stage startups have shifted. Investors now demand more proof—traction, paying customers, and even product builds—before writing checks. Why? A mix of AI-driven productivity, global talent access, and the lingering effects of the post-ZIRP investment climate. If you’re a founder navigating this new reality, this episode will help you understand what it takes to stand out. Learn how to adapt, leverage AI tools, and make progress without investor capital. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve.

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