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Milan-based AI company Domyn raised roughly $1.1 billion, making it one of the largest financings ever announced by a European AI company. About 90% of the financing is debt and only around 10% is equity, making the capital structure the central story.
The roundup reports that OpenAI and Anthropic security sandboxes were breached, while Mistral’s annualized revenue reached $400 million at a $23 billion valuation. It also highlights Palantir’s $1.1 billion quarterly profit and renewed debate over Apple’s App Store power after Telegram was removed.
MiniMax embodies 'shrimp farming' economics with 1.8 billion in losses juxtaposed against a 250 billion market cap. Highlights stark contrasts in AI startup finances.
In an unusual trend, San Francisco Bay Area real estate sellers are accepting equity in the AI startup Anthropic as a form of payment for property. This highlights the high perceived value and liquidity of top-tier AI company shares among tech-focused investors.
Felix Capital sought to raise $600 million for its next fund but remains $150 million short. Investors are demanding stronger returns from earlier funds before committing additional capital, reflecting widening pressure on smaller venture firms amid large AI-focused bets.
A 25-year-old associated with OpenAI reportedly faced a $45 billion liquidation after utilizing 4x leverage in a fund. The incident highlights extreme volatility and financial risks in high-stakes AI-related investments.
Betsey Stevenson discusses the outlook for the US economy, suggesting the Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates. The analysis focuses on economic stability and future policy direction.