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StartupsCA / Silicon Valley·Ranked Saturday, May 16, 2026
Paul Graham just threw cold water on the Stockholm-is-the-next-Silicon Valley idea
Paul Graham reaffirms Silicon Valley importance for ambitious startup founders.
“The YC cofounder said ambitious founders should still spend time in Silicon Valley to access talent, speed, and investors.”
AI score breakdown
#37 that day1.75/ 10
Technology breakthrough · weight 30%1/10
Economic impact · weight 25%1/10
Job impact · weight 20%1/10
Regional relevance · weight 15%6/10
Policy & geopolitics · weight 10%1/10
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