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Neural Concept Secures $100M Series C for AI-Native Engineering
Swiss AI firm Neural Concept raised $100 million in Series C funding led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives to revolutionize product development, accelerate design cycles, and reduce late-stage changes. The funding propels its mission in AI-native engineering innovation.
MoEngage Boosts Funding to $280M, Eyes IPO and Global Expansion
MoEngage added $180 million to its Series F, totaling $280 million led by ChrysCapital and Dragon Funds, valuing it at $850 million. Funds target Merlin AI suite innovation, market penetration, and acquisitions.
Waymo Seeks $15B Funding for $110B Valuation and Global Robotaxi Expansion
Alphabet's Waymo aims for over $15 billion in new funding to reach $110 billion valuation, planning launches in over a dozen cities including London in 2026. It recorded 14 million trips in 2025 with a new Arizona plant producing self-driving Jaguar I-PACE SUVs.
Beycome Raises $2.5M Seed for AI-Driven Real Estate Platform
Miami-based Beycome secured $2.5 million seed funding to advance its AI platform Artur, offering transparent flat-fee home buying/selling and saving users over $215 million in commissions. The proptech leader transforms direct-to-consumer real estate.
Vibranium Labs Announces $4.6M Seed to Scale Vibe AI
New York-based Vibranium Labs raised $4.6 million in seed funding to expand its Vibe AI technology. The round supports scaling operations in AI innovation.
Architect Financial Technologies Closes $35M Series A
Chicago's Architect Financial Technologies completed a $35 million strategic Series A investment round. The funding bolsters its fintech advancements.
Lemon Slice Raises $10.5M Seed for AI Research Lab
San Francisco's new AI research and product lab Lemon Slice secured $10.5 million in seed funding. It focuses on frontier AI developments.
Lucidean Secures $18M Seed for AI Interconnect in Data Centers
Santa Barbara-based Lucidean raised $18 million in seed financing for coherent optical links in data centers. The AI interconnect pioneer advances hardware solutions.
Dazzle AI, Founded by Marissa Mayer, Raises $8M Seed at $35M Valuation
Palo Alto startup Dazzle AI by entrepreneur Marissa Mayer announced $8 million seed funding at $35 million post-money valuation. It targets innovative AI applications.
Kargo Closes $42M Series B for Industrial AI in Supply Chain
San Francisco's Kargo raised $42 million in Series B for AI technology in supply chain and logistics. The funding supports leadership in industrial AI.
Nvidia to Acquire AI Chip Startup Groq for $20 Billion
Nvidia agreed to buy AI chip startup Groq for $20 billion, as reported by CNBC. This major deal highlights consolidation in AI hardware.
Endeavor Plans $300M for AI Startups in Emerging Markets
Entrepreneurial network Endeavor Global aims to raise up to $300 million to back AI and high-growth startups across emerging markets. The push fosters global innovation.