: Feeds are often limited to a small number of agencies (e.g., top 20) to ensure the data remains an "unfair advantage" and the founder isn't spammed.
Validating past roles at notable tech companies or enterprises. This includes confirming titles, tenure, and the scope of responsibilities, as a "Lead Engineer" claim may turn out to have been an entry-level internship.
If you are an entrepreneur or investor looking to implement these standards, let me know:
As we move deeper into 2026, verification will become even more stringent. AI-driven verification will move from simply checking email addresses to analyzing the likelihood of a response based on the founder's recent activity and sentiment.
