In 2024, a significant shift in venture capital funding has been observed, with artificial intelligence (AI) becoming a central focus. According to recent data, 46% of all US venture financings, measured in dollar terms, were related to AI. This trend is evident across various funding stages, with 37% of Seed rounds, 35% of Series A rounds, and a notable 67% of Series B rounds being AI-related. Additionally, nearly half of the new unicorns created this year are AI companies, which are achieving $1 billion valuations in just two years, often with smaller teams and reduced timelines. In India, the trend is similarly pronounced, with estimates suggesting that 60-70% of venture capital deals since 2023 have included an AI component. Accel, a prominent venture capital firm, has closed over 10 AI deals in the past eight months, indicating robust investor interest in the sector.