

Why VCs Love Fake News
Rate this articleFake news is more than just the scandalous headlines with AI-generated images that your mom shares on Facebook. In 2025, exaggerated claims and overstated narratives are deeply embedded in the venture-backed startup ecosystem. It may seem paradoxical. Why would respected investors embrace misinformation? The answer is unsurprising: because it works. In an ecosystem where attention drives valuation far more than accuracy, misinformation is often quietly enabled or conveniently