What Are VCs Looking For in 2026? | Matt Cohen (Ripple Ventures)
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What Are VCs Looking For in 2026? | Matt Cohen (Ripple Ventures)
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Raising venture capital in 2026 looks nothing like it did three years ago. Seed-strapped companies are hitting $6M ARR in six months. Pre-ChatGPT portfolios are re-platforming from scratch.
Matt Cohen, Founder and Managing Partner of Ripple Ventures, has backed 55+ companies through 13 exits since launching the firm. He joins Amar Varma on Mantle Mondays to break down what's actually getting funded right now — and what isn't.
00:00 Introduction to Venture Capital and Founder's Journey
05:54 The Evolution of Ripple Ventures and Investment Philosophy
12:09 The Importance of Long-Term Commitment in Venture Capital
17:37 The Role of Founders in Shaping the Future of Technology
23:41 Success Stories and Lessons Learned from Portfolio Companies
31:12 Navigating AI and Infrastructure in Tech
39:32 The Role of Relationships in Venture Capital
44:2 Personal Insights and Community Engagement