Venture capital (VC) activity has shown a robust recovery, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, with early-stage deals reaching new heights. In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) secured 46% of all VC funding, highlighting its dominance in the sector. Notably, 31% of all VC capital last year was concentrated in just 20 deals, a record high compared to 6%-8% from 2020 to 2022. Silicon Valley firms captured the majority of VC deals, according to the Silicon Valley Business Journal. Additionally, China led Asia with 715 AI VC deals in 2024, amounting to $7.3 billion, followed by South Korea with 308 deals worth $1.8 billion, and India with 306 deals totaling $1.7 billion. The trend indicates a growing focus on AI and a notable shift in investment behavior, as firms like General Catalyst led significant funding rounds, including Together AI’s $305 million and Verkada’s $200 million.