A VC Bubble Forms Around AI, Warns Grindr CEO
ByAinvest
Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 6:31 am ET1min read
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Grindr CEO George Arison believes a "VC bubble" is forming around AI, warning that great AI companies will "get destroyed" due to the growing hype. He notes that a few trendsetters will set the pace, while others will follow and invest heavily. Arison compares the situation to the late-2010s SoftBank investments, where some companies "should not have taken money." Despite the potential risks, Arison believes the bubble is an "inevitable component of how venture capital works," with some companies being very successful while others fail.

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