New Economy Review

Startup Valuation

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Editorial illustration for The Founder's IP Checklist: How to Avoid a 70% Valuation Cut
Startup Playbook

The Founder's IP Checklist: How to Avoid a 70% Valuation Cut

A strong intellectual property strategy is crucial for startup valuation, as investors view IP as a key indicator of competitive advantage and defensibility. Founders must proactively manage IP through clear documentation and risk assessments to avoid significant valuation cuts or deal abandonment.

Mina Kim·October 5, 2026
Editorial illustration for AI Dominates Innovation Investment as Deep Science Startups Reach $7.6 Trillion Valuation, WIPO Reports
Venture & Growth

AI Dominates Innovation Investment as Deep Science Startups Reach $7.6 Trillion Valuation, WIPO Reports

The WIPO Global Innovation Index 2026 reports that artificial intelligence (AI) now commands the majority of venture capital funding, while deep science startups have collectively achieved a $7.6 trillion global valuation. AI is identified as a key catalyst for innovation across frontier science fields, driving significant investment and commercial ventures.

Mina Kim·September 29, 2026