2026-01-08 03:22:53

Anthropic's $350B valuation is wild, but here's a thought: imagine if some of the sharpest minds in the room on deal evaluation started their own investment operation? They'd have the ultimate edge—unfiltered time to think, legendary brand recognition, and honestly? Probably better judgment calls than most GPs making calls between golf games. The irony being they could operate entirely on paper submissions. Sometimes the best investors aren't the ones with the shiniest offices.

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AirdropworkerZhang

· 01-08 22:08

A valuation of 35 billion is indeed impressive, but honestly, if those top researchers started their own funds... just one email would outshine most GPs instantly.

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WhaleStalker

· 01-08 03:52

350B? Oh my, that's a bit outrageous... But on the other hand, those top talents at Anthropic starting their own investment funds are indeed impressive. I've been meaning to say this: just the credentials + brains? Much better than those VCs who just throw around jargon.

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GasFeeCrier

· 01-08 03:51

A valuation of 35 billion is indeed outrageous... But really, instead of watching how these people raise funds, it's better to see when they go solo and start their own funds—that's the real show.

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CascadingDipBuyer

· 01-08 03:39

Haha, you're right. These guys can really get started right away. They understand technology and markets better than VCs. As long as they're willing to think, they can crush those old-money folks who only know golf in minutes.

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AirdropGrandpa

· 01-08 03:39

350B really isn't much, the key is that if those guys really start their own funds, I would be convinced. --- Rather than throwing money around, it's better to watch how these smart people play the game. Those who understand, understand. --- Haha, surface-level operations? Isn't this what all AI teams are doing nowadays? --- The most heartbreaking thing is that most GPs are indeed less thoughtful than an AI engineer. --- Wait, the question is about whether they will become investors? I'm a bit fooled. --- It's funny that the higher the valuation, the easier it is to be looked down upon. Those who hide and make money are the real winners. --- If Anthropic really becomes an LP, they could scare the hell out of a bunch of fund managers. --- Is that all? I thought there was some special logic. Turns out, smart people just make money faster.

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