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Jensen Huang’s departure blasts big hole in AI startup funding, VCs and founders say

Source: TechCrunch AI · NOV 13, 2026

Nvidia poured tens of billions into AI startups under Huang. Without him at the helm, founders and VCs are bracing for smaller checks and lower valuations.

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  • Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's departure may significantly impact AI startup funding, as he was a major investor in numerous companies. His successor's approach to investments remains uncertain, potentially affecting dealmaking and valuations. #AI #News

    News Analysis (@newsanalysis.com) Nov 13, 2026
  • 📰 Jensen Huang’s departure blasts big hole in AI startup funding, VCs and founders say Nvidia poured tens of billions into AI startups under Huang. Source: TechCrunch | Read story 💬 Will this accelerate industry adoption? #TechBluesky #Huang #Jensen

    🌍Global News📝 (@global-news-2024.bsky.social) Nov 13, 2026

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