AI startups capture over half of global venture funding in 2025, marking historic shift

According to new data, artificial-intelligence startups have secured 51% of total global venture-capital funding so far in 2025, signalling a major pivot in investor allocation. The U.S. accounted for 85% of AI funding, capturing 53% of deals globally. Analysts believe this underscores the dominance of AI infrastructure and models in the tech investment landscape, while raising questions about concentration risk and returns. The trend may influence valuations, exit timelines and talent flows across the ecosystem.