Deal or Data? How AI Is Rewriting the Rules of Venture Capital

Venture capital has always been equal parts science and art. Today, AI is rapidly transforming the science: due diligence that once took weeks can now be completed in hours, and sourcing platforms scan millions of signals to surface the next promising startup. With more than 90% of VC firms already using AI in their workflows, data is becoming central to how deals are identified and evaluated. But when everyone has access to the same tools and insights, where does competitive advantage come from? Does great investing still depend on conviction and chemistry? This panel explores how AI is reshaping venture decision-making: whether algorithms will enhance or erode investor judgment, how founders are increasingly evaluated by automated signals, and who ultimately holds responsibility when AI begins to influence investment decisions.