College Students Flex Their Power in A.I. Investment Frenzy

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Dorm Room Fund, a program that lets college students invest in their peers, raised a new $50 million fund as the competition for young founders ramps up.

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2026-10-05 20:17 · New York Times Technology
College Students Flex Their Power in A.I. Investment Frenzy

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