Best of LinkedIn: Venture Capital CW 25/ 26

We curate most relevant posts about Venture Capital on LinkedIn and regularly share key takeaways. This edition offers a comprehensive overview of the venture capital (VC) landscape, from the perspective of both founders and investors. Several articles underscore the importance of transparency and trust in fundraising, particularly when addressing sensitive issues like co-founder departures. There is also a strong emphasis on strategic preparation for founders, including mastering pitch decks, understanding valuation methods, and preparing professional data rooms. The collection highlights evolving market trends, such as the increasing focus on AI-native startups and clean energy investments, alongside challenges like declining VC rounds and the underperformance of many funds against public markets. Finally, several authors discuss the critical role of communication in the VC ecosystem and the importance of investors providing genuine support rather than just capital, while also reminding founders that VCs are primarily fiduciaries to their Limited Partners (LPs). This podcast was created via Google Notebook LM.