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Kutcher Leaves Sound

TechCrunch AI · Jul 1, 2026 · 1 min read · Read original article →

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Ashton Kutcher is leaving Sound Ventures, the firm he co-founded 11 years ago, to start a new VC fund with Morgan Beller. The move isn’t a sign of trouble at Sound Ventures, but rather a strategic shift in focus towards early-stage investments in AI infrastructure and deep tech startups. Kutcher’s new fund will target the underlying technologies that power AI companies, a space that’s gaining attention from investors. Why it matters: this split signals a growing interest in the foundational layers of the AI ecosystem, which could lead to new innovations and opportunities in the field.

💡 Key Takeaways

  1. Ashton Kutcher is leaving Sound Ventures to start a new VC fund with Morgan Beller
  2. The new fund will focus on early-stage investments in AI infrastructure and deep tech startups
  3. Kutcher's departure from Sound Ventures is a strategic shift, not a sign of trouble, and he will continue to serve as an advisor to the firm

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