Crypto analyst The DeFi Edge has observed a notable decrease in venture capital participation in token launches. According to NS3.AI, this trend is linked to reduced insider dumping and weaker performance of VC-backed projects. In 2022, venture capitalists raised $17 billion, resulting in the formation of numerous funds. However, the current quarter has seen a significant drop in fund creation and funding volume, reaching a five-year low. This change may pave the way for more equitable token launches, driven by genuine user adoption and revenue rather than speculative sell-offs by venture capitalists.