AI is no longer just for tech giants; it's the game-changer every business needs to thrive on. Once reserved for the cutting edge, AI has now become the backbone of modern software development. From automating mundane tasks to predicting customer behavior and personalizing user experiences, AI is unlocking new levels of efficiency and intelligence. If new-age founders are not leveraging AI to elevate their business, then they are missing out.
Today, the act of creating software isn’t just about building something that functions; it's about designing systems that think, learn, and adapt. As Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, put it, "AI is the most profound thing we’re working on as humanity. It’s more profound than fire or electricity." That sense of urgency and inevitability is visible across every layer of the tech ecosystem. Everyday products like Google Search or Gmail, enterprise giants like Salesforce, and even small independent apps all rely on AI to create smarter, faster, more human-like experiences.
This cultural shift has completely transformed how startups are built. As AngelList CEO Avlok Kohli explained on a podcast with TechCrunch, "The enthusiasm for AI carries over into everything, which effectively impacts all startups." AI is no longer confined to niche sectors or a handful of industry leaders. From fintech and biotech to logistics and consumer apps, startups everywhere are now, at their core, AI companies. What was once a specialised discipline is now a fundamental ingredient woven not just into products, but into hiring, fundraising, growth strategies, and company cultures.
