In 2024, North American startups secured 75.6% of global AI VC funding, and this share has increased to 86.2% in 2025. Despite Europe's ambitions to lead in AI and China's emergence of notable AI startups, neither region has seen a significant increase in VC funding. Factors such as export controls on AI chips in Asia and the lack of a mass VC shift to Europe contribute to this trend. Investors continue to rely on U.S. innovation for substantial returns, even amid political and regulatory challenges.
Key takeaways:
- North America continues to dominate AI venture capital funding, receiving the majority of investments despite a challenging political environment.
- European AI ventures have not attracted significantly more venture capital despite the EU's commitment to AI development and the U.S.'s controversial policies.
- Asia-based AI startups have received less venture capital compared to their European counterparts, partly due to export controls affecting AI chip procurement.
- In 2025, North American AI investments represent 86.2% of global VC funding for AI, highlighting the region's continued leadership in AI capital.