Ben Horowitz Says AI Makes Startups Easier but Founding Challenges Remain

Ben Horowitz argues that while AI and new technology make companies easier to start, the hardest parts of entrepreneurship remain unchanged, discussing what it takes to win as a founder.

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2026-10-24 10:00 · a16z Podcast
What It Takes to Win as a Founder | Ben Horowitz

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