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AI-powered VC platform Bunch raises $35M Series B
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Why it matters
- →Bunch's funding highlights the growing role of AI in venture capital operations.
- →The investment will enable Bunch to enhance its platform, potentially transforming private market operations.
- →The involvement of major investors signals confidence in AI-driven solutions for financial markets.
Bunch, an AI-native platform for private markets operations, has secured $35 million in Series B funding. The investment round was led by Sequoia Capital, with participation from other notable investors. Founded in 2018, Bunch aims to transform venture capital operations through its AI-driven platform. The new funding will be used to enhance the platform's capabilities and expand its market presence. This move reflects the increasing reliance on AI technologies in the financial sector.
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