Venture funding in the U.S. increased in 2024, mainly due to a surge in AI investments, with California leading the way. California's total investments outperformed other states like Colorado, New Jersey, and New York. In contrast, Massachusetts saw a decline, with startups receiving just over $10.7 billion, a 23% drop from the previous year. Major AI firms, primarily based in Northern California, raised over $15 billion collectively, mostly through large funding rounds focused on generative AI technologies. Other states, like New Jersey, experienced growth in startup funding driven by AI cloud infrastructure contributions. Massachusetts and Texas faced downward trends, with Texas receiving $4.8 billion compared to $6.2 billion in 2023. New York's funding increased due to significant cybersecurity investments, while Florida saw slight declines linked to fewer large rounds in crypto. North Carolina’s funding increase stemmed from a single large investment, raising concerns about sustainability. The overall funding landscape underscores the necessity of deep-tech talent, networks, capital, and educational institutions for establishing successful tech hubs.

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