VCs have finally figured it out—clinging to on-chain narratives is not as good as embracing AI bots. Where money flows, people follow. Crypto has become the entry point rather than the destination.

According to Bloomberg, as more capital flows into areas such as AI, robotics, and prediction markets, crypto venture capital funds are gradually expanding their investment scope. Paradigm’s latest raised $1.2 billion fund will invest in cutting-edge technologies such as AI and robotics, as well as in the crypto sector. New funds recently raised by Framework Ventures and Haun Ventures also cover directions including AI, robotics, energy, and agents. Galaxy Research data shows that in Q1 2026, crypto VC investment totaled about $4 billion, down about 50% quarter-over-quarter; the number of newly set up funds fell to the lowest level since Q3 2020. In the same period, Crunchbase data shows that AI startups accounted for about 70% of global venture capital funding in Q2. Industry insiders believe that as the crypto industry gradually …