Valuation methods in venture capital (VC) are crucial for assessing the potential return on investments in startups. Traditionally, valuation has focused on the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) approach, comparable company analysis, and the use of milestone-based assessments. Foundational research by Sahlman in the 1990s introduced these principles, creating a framework for investors to project potential financial outcomes in high-risk environments. Recent advances have integrated machine learning ...