Venture Capital Hit $412 Billion. Most Founders Won’t See a Dollar of It. Here’s the Playbook They Need

It’s been a record year so far for venture capital. And the latest data shows that in 2026, capital is more concentrated than ever — bigger checks to fewer companies. 

U.S. startups raised $412.7 billion in the first half of 2026 — up nearly 30 percent from last year, according to data released this month by PitchBook and the National Venture Capital Association.   READ MORE