Forbes Highlights AI Dominance in 2025 Billion-Dollar Startups List

Forbes' latest Next Billion-Dollar Startups list showcases the increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence, with 20 out of 25 U.S.-based companies focusing on AI applications. The selection process, in collaboration with TrueBridge Capital Partners, has a strong track record of producing unicorns, with notable startups like AcuityMD, Agentio, Basis, Graphite, Rogo, Apex, Stan, and Forterra making the list. Additionally, Cheddar TV's Go Fund Yourself features KorTime and Smart Cups in Episode 2 of its third season, highlighting innovative fitness and beverage technologies with real-time audience engagement and funding opportunities.