Global VC Deal Count Drops in Q2

The video discusses the state of the VC market in Q2, highlighting a tepid deal count and low deal value, despite some uplift from major deals like OpenAI and Stripe. Exits remain dismal with the public market closed for VC-backed companies and M&A activity low due to FTC pressures. Geographically, the US market is more resilient compared to Europe and Asia, with China facing additional pressures from US-China tensions. AI, particularly generative AI, is attracting investment but not enough to revive the overall market. The exit market is limited, with IPOs rare and regulatory challenges impacting big tech spending.

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