international founders

Global founders gain an edge by bridging home markets and Silicon Valley

Foreign founders carry a distinct edge: one foot in their home country, one in Silicon Valley. That dual perspective is an advantage a16z believes in deeply, and its Borderless Founder network exists to back that belief. The firm isn't asking immigrants to choose; it's empowering them to leverage both worlds. It's a confident stance that matches the ambition of the founders it supports. For a deeper look at how global capital is moving, our coverage of Nscale's $3.36B raise offers useful context.