2026 AI Investment Indicator: From Broad Experiments to Precise ROI

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【Crypto World】What will the VC circle look like in 2026? The news says that by that year, companies using AI will no longer be blindly investing, but will start focusing on real returns. Simply put, the shift will be from trying everywhere to targeted, point-to-point solutions.
How exactly will it change? First, tools need to be specialized—no more all-in-one general tools, but tailored solutions for specific industries. Second, voice AI will become popular. Third, AI will seriously transform physical infrastructure. Fourth, those big labs will start launching ready-to-use applications.
Where should the money be invested? Startups that can attract funding typically have these qualities: deep process integration, proprietary data, and a validated market. In plain terms, a few star products will attract most of the funding, and the rest will have a tougher time.
But don’t be overly optimistic—although AI agents can break down departmental barriers, the technical and compliance hurdles still need to be slowly addressed. Widespread application in the short term remains a challenge.
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