A fascinating look inside the minds of venture capitalists reveals a critical split regarding the current artificial intelligence gold rush. Some investors are driven purely by the fear of missing out, eager for any pitch that mentions AI. However, a more sophisticated cohort is adopting extreme skepticism. They agree AI is the next biggest thing, but with hundreds of companies pursuing the same niche—AI-driven customer success or personalized healthcare—simply having "AI" in the title isn't enough to secure backing. This segment unpacks the reality founders face: how to pivot from a generic AI claim to a truly defensible, fundable thesis when investors are already braced for the inevitable hype fatigue. This crucial perspective is shared by VC and author Ben Wiener, creator of the HEART Framework, who breaks down investor psychology and how to turn mere curiosity into conviction.
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