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California Leads Venture Funding Despite Billionaire Tax
California has attracted $366 billion in venture capital this year, accounting for approximately 90% of U.S. funding, mainly supporting artificial intelligence companies. Despite concerns over a proposed billionaire tax and high living costs, the state remains a leading hub for AI innovation due to its talent, infrastructure, and investor presence. The focus on AI has overshadowed other sectors, with two companies — Anthropic and OpenAI — responsible for half of the total venture funding. This surge has increased tax revenues, improveing California’s fiscal outlook from a projected deficit to a surplus.
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