Three of our worst VC stories
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June 5, 2026
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Summary
Two of our worst VC stories: 1. A Sequoia partner passed on Cloudflare because he didn’t think a woman could lead a security infrastructure company. Seriously. 2. I got introduced to . Meeting got scheduled for a Monday, which should have been a clue. I thought it was Comentar GREG ISENBERG @gregisenberg I was once pitching in a board room at a top 3 VC firm for a $15M Series A. 12 people in the m...
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Community Sentiment
Positives
- The shift in the VC landscape has made it easier for good companies to secure funding, which can lead to more innovative AI projects.
- Many VCs operate quietly and professionally, suggesting that not all interactions are fraught with drama, which can foster a healthier startup ecosystem.
Concerns
- The prevalence of horror stories about VCs indicates a significant trust issue within the startup community, which can deter innovative AI initiatives.
- Concerns about VCs sabotaging startups highlight the ethical dilemmas in funding relationships, which could impact the integrity of AI development.
