General Catalyst posted VC rage bait and it worked, especially on a16z

General Catalyst went viral with a Mac-vs-PC-style parody ad mocking venture capital and taking a swipe at a16z.

The video implied firms like Andreessen Horowitz will back almost anything, including controversial startups.

It drew millions of views and sparked heavy debate across X, with responses from Marc Andreessen and a16z supporters.

The stunt also spotlighted intensifying competition among major VC firms over brand, positioning, and the limits of bold investing.