The founders of billion-dollar AI startups are getting younger — here’s why

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The founders of billion-dollar AI startups are getting younger due to the increasing importance of experimentation in the age of AI, according to Antler's co-founder Fridjtof Berge.

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Bullish Confidence 80% How confidence is read Horizon: Short term Impact: Moderate

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Source CNBC
Claim The founders of billion-dollar AI startups are getting younger — here’s why
AI inference Bullish · 80%
Generated 2026-01-17 09:54

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Original source

Experimenting in the age of AI "counts as more important than traditional corporate experience," Antler's co-founder Fridjtof Berge told CNBC Make It.

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Original article published by CNBC on January 17, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.

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