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The Hedge Fundization of VC is starting to play a major role in VC and PE. The majority of bigger VC funds (i.e. >$1BN AUM) either already have a data strategy or are currently developing one. 9 out of 9 the most successful VCs have already developed a strong data strategy. VC has become a super-appealing career path, and the best funds receive thousands of job applications for junior roles, and all these young, fresh, fresh-out-of-school VCs want to make a mark.