How Gradient Ventures is shaping the AI startup landscape with Eylul Kayin

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“AI startups are like rockets — they need to launch fast, but they also need to be built to last,” says Gradient Ventures partner Eylul Kayin, who works on everything from seed-stage investments to helping companies scale.

Today on Equity, Mary Ann Azevedo sits down with Eylul to explore the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence startups. The pair dig into what makes a successful AI startup, the importance of quality product offerings, and the fast-moving nature of AI innovation. Founded in 2017, Gradient Ventures is a venture fund started by Google in 2017 with technical mentorship for early-stage startups focused on AI.

Listen to the full episode to hear more about:

  • Key challenges founders face, including building strong customer relationships to navigating technical hurdles
  • Gradient Ventures’ approach to funding and supporting AI startups, especially how to strike a balance between vertical expertise and rapid product development
  • Eylul’s experience as a judge for TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield 2024, and tips for entrepreneurs pitching their ideas to investors. And if you’re a founder interested in applying, the TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200 applications are officially open — so be sure to check it out!

Equity is TechCrunch’s flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Wednesday and Friday. 

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