Why VC Funds Should Adopt AI-Native Practices Like the Startups They Invest In
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DanyWin
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Summary
A venture capitalist reflects on using "vibe coding" (intuitive, flow-state coding with AI tools) during a summer break to transform their fund into an AI-native operation. The article argues that VC funds investing in AI-native startups should themselves adopt AI-native practices, eating their own dog food. The author describes building internal tools, automating workflows, and deepening their technical engagement with AI to better understand the companies they fund.
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Why should funds be any less affected by this new paradigm? Could we be an AI-native fund?
Time off is always the chance to focus on building knowledge or skills, whether for personal enjoyment or for work.
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