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Anthropic Raises $30 Billion, Achieving $380 Billion Valuation
Anthropic secured $30 billion in its latest funding round, more than doubling its valuation to $380 billion amid strong AI investor interest. The Claude chatbot maker focuses on coding models like Claude Code, generating over $2.5 billion run-rate revenue, with enterprise use now over half of subscriptions. Co-led by D.E. Shaw Ventures, ICONIQ, and MGX, it includes Microsoft and Nvidia investments.
Galux Secures $28.8M Series B for AI Antibody Drug Design
Korean AI startup GALUX closed a $28.8M Series B, bringing total funding to $46.6M to advance its de novo drug design platform. The funding supports world-class AI-powered antibody development. This highlights Korea's growing biotech AI sector.
Adapt Raises $10M Seed to Build AI Computer for Business
San Francisco-based Adapt announced $10 million in seed funding to develop an AI computer tailored for business applications. The round was revealed last week, positioning it in the competitive enterprise AI space. It aims to provide specialized computing solutions for AI-driven operations.
Former GitHub CEO Launches Entre with $60M Seed, $300M Valuation
Entre, a new developer platform launched by former GitHub CEO Nat Friedman, raised a massive $60M seed round at a $300 million valuation. It envisions rebuilding the developer platform ecosystem with advanced tools. The funding underscores demand for innovative dev tools.
Frefins Raises $3.4M for AI-Powered Rental Finance Platform
Korean startup FREFINS secured $3.4M pre-Series A from Hyundai Motor Zero1 and others to scale its AI rental finance infrastructure managing 400+ receivables without defaults. The platform transforms rental financing through data-driven AI. Investors include Korea Credit Guarantee Fund.
Korea Launches 'Startup for All' with Unicorn Mentors and ₩50B Fund
Korea's Ministry of SMEs and Startups expanded the 'Startup for All' project, aiming to identify 5,000 founders via open recruitment and auditions. It includes 100 'Startup Rookies,' a ₩50B fund, and ₩500M prize for the winner at COMEUP festival. The initiative links policy, media, and private capital.
a16z Speedrun Accelerator Expands to All Startups, Invests Up to $1M
Andreessen Horowitz's Speedrun program now accepts any startup type, investing up to $1M per company ($500K upfront for 10% equity SAFE). It offers networks, perks like $5M credits, with tips emphasizing strong founding teams. Next cohort applications open in April.
Time Percent Secures Funding for No-Code Quant Trading Platform
Korean startup Time Percent raised funding from CNTTech and DB Capital for 'Trading Bank,' a no-code platform democratizing algorithmic trading for retail investors. It enables easy quant strategies without coding. This boosts accessible fintech innovation.
Dfinite Secures Seed for AI Enterprise Data Integration
Korean AI startup Dfinite raised seed funding from Korea Investment Accelerator and KOSME for DARVIS, integrating enterprise data without infrastructure changes. Selected for TIPS program, it streamlines data management. Focuses on seamless AI data solutions.
ROBOROAD Gets Seed Funding for AI Road Maintenance Robots
Korean startup ROBOROAD secured seed from Seoul Techno Holdings and others for AI robots automating road maintenance, plus TIPS selection with $343K R&D support. Targets efficient infrastructure via robotics. Advances smart city tech.
HUUCH Completes AI Full-Body Motion Gaming Platform
AI startup HUUCH finished foundational build of its full-body motion products and game platform, debuted at CES 2026 for family entertainment without screens. Supports multiplayer games in adventure, sports; launch planned H1 2026. Aims to foster family connections through movement.
K-StartHub Opens Applications for Largest Korean Startup Incubator
Korea's biggest startup hub K-StartHub in Hongdae accepts applications for its first cohort, supporting globalizing Korean and foreign startups with SK Telecom, Hyundai backers. Part of weekly Korean ecosystem news Feb 9-15. Boosts international expansion.