Mega-rounds, seed checks and everything between — follow the money flowing into AI startups.
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Chinese regulators have issued new guidelines effectively halting the establishment of new government investment funds at the county level to prevent financial risks and curb 'performance-driven' investment projects.
虎嗅 · 74d ago
Even Realities has raised $150 million in a Pre-B round, reaching a valuation of over $1 billion. The company is backed by major investors including Meituan and Tencent.
36氪 · 75d ago
Finnish startup CurifyLabs has secured $14 million in Series A funding to expand its automated 3D-printing drug manufacturing technology into the US market. The system allows pharmacies to produce personalized medication on-demand.
The Next Web (TNW) · 75d ago
Crusoe is reportedly seeking $3 billion in new funding, which would triple its valuation to approximately $30 billion. The company is known for its infrastructure work that powers AI data centers.
The Next Web (TNW) · 78d ago
ElevenLabs is reportedly in early discussions with investors to facilitate a secondary share sale. This move would value the leading AI voice technology startup at approximately $22 billion.
Bloomberg Technology · 79d ago
KredosAI has secured $7 million in funding led by BMW i Ventures to scale its AI-driven platform. The startup focuses on automating overdue payment collections while maintaining positive customer relationships.
GeekWire · 79d ago
Dongwei Semiconductor plans to issue convertible bonds to raise up to 1.436 billion RMB. The funds will support the R&D and industrialization of new power devices and power management control chips.
36氪 · 79d ago
Robotics startup Proception has settled its trade secret litigation with Tesla. The company also announced an $11 million funding round to advance its unique approach to robotic hand training data.
TechCrunch AI · 82d ago
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed a 412-page revision to federal financial assistance regulations. Critics argue the language contains politically charged rhetoric that could jeopardize the future of scientific research and funding in the United States.
The Verge · 82d ago
Virginia-based AI startup Trase is establishing a new presence in the Seattle area. This expansion follows a significant $107 million seed funding round and the strategic hiring of a former AWS executive.
GeekWire · 85d ago
DeepWisdom has successfully completed two rounds of multi-hundred million RMB financing within two months. The company is focusing on a full-stack autonomous route to accelerate the deployment of domestic physical AI base models.
量子位 · 85d ago
Menlo Ventures has secured a record-breaking $3 billion fund. The firm's success is largely attributed to its early and highly profitable investment in Anthropic.
The Next Web (TNW) · 87d ago
Manufacturing startup Hadrian is in discussions for new funding that would value the company at $7.5 billion. The firm specializes in using AI-driven factories to accelerate the production of precision components.
Bloomberg Technology · 88d ago
Zhengxing Innovation has successfully raised nearly $100 million in its angel funding round. The company focuses on achieving physical intelligence through the systematic synergy of data, models, and infrastructure.
量子位 · 88d ago
Menlo Ventures has raised $3 billion in its largest-ever funding round. The firm's successful early-stage bet on Anthropic, despite initial risks, has solidified its position as a major AI investor.
Bloomberg Technology · 88d ago
Valor Equity Partners is raising a $2.5 billion fund to invest in new startups. The firm aims to replicate its successful early backing of SpaceX.
Bloomberg Technology · 88d ago
San Diego-based startup Aether AI has secured $20 million in seed funding. The company aims to move beyond scaling large models by focusing on causal AI research.
The Next Web (TNW) · 92d ago
General Atlantic is in talks to lead a $2bn funding round for the Chinese AI-video startup Kling AI. The deal faces significant geopolitical hurdles as Beijing discourages AI firms from accepting US capital.
The Next Web (TNW) · 92d ago
Voice AI startup Bland has secured $50M in Series C funding led by Dell Technologies Capital. Despite initial skepticism from 180 investors, the company continues to scale its automated phone call technology.
The Next Web (TNW) · 92d ago
Twenty, a startup specializing in offensive cyber weapons, has raised $100 million in a Series B round, reaching unicorn status. The firm is positioned as America's first venture-backed cyber warfare company.
The Next Web (TNW) · 94d ago
Led by Xu Jinbo, Molecular Heart has raised over $100 million to build infrastructure for the global AI protein industry, aiming to lead the second paradigm revolution in AI biology.
量子位 · 95d ago
Limitless Labs, a two-year-old startup, has raised $20 million in Series A funding to scale its software for programming factory floor machinery. The company is already working with Blue Origin to automate rocket part production.
The Next Web (TNW) · 95d ago
Probably has secured $9 million in funding to address the critical issue of AI hallucinations. The company aims to make AI outputs as accurate and predictable as deterministic software systems.
TechCrunch AI · 95d ago
African fintech leader Flutterwave has secured a $3.25 billion valuation following a strategic investment from Ripple. This funding round underscores the growing intersection of traditional fintech and blockchain-based payment infrastructure.
TechCabal · 95d ago
Starlink has become the primary driver of SpaceX's financial growth and profitability. Its revenue is now providing essential capital for the company's broader AI initiatives.
钛媒体 · 96d ago
An alumnus from Harbin Engineering University has secured the largest single-round financing in the global ocean robotics sector. The company has already exceeded 1 billion RMB in orders for the first half of the year.
量子位 · 96d ago
MiniMax has seen its valuation drop by 65%, with 240 billion HKD in value evaporated in just six months. This sharp decline raises questions about the sustainability of current AI startup valuations.
钛媒体 · 98d ago
Jeff Bezos has launched a new startup called Prometheus focused on the field of physical AI. While details are still emerging, it is positioned as one of the most well-funded players in the robotics and embodied AI space.
Ars Technica AI · 99d ago
The UK Technology Secretary, Liz Kendall, has committed to driving institutional investment into British tech startups. The initiative specifically prioritizes the growth of the country's artificial intelligence sector.
Bloomberg Technology · 99d ago
Jedify has secured $24 million in a funding round led by Norwest to help companies equip AI agents with deep business context. The round included participation from strategic investors like Snowflake Ventures.
TechCrunch AI · 101d ago