Y Combinator Still Busiest Startup Investor In August As Nvidia Ramps Up Its Dealmaking Pace
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In August, Y Combinator was the most active investor in U.S. startups by deal count, while General Catalyst led the most $5M+ rounds. Nvidia sharply increased its investments, participating in nine large rounds totaling $1.3B, marking its busiest month since early 2025. Overall, global venture funding hit $42B, up 122% year-over-year, with several billion-dollar rounds.
