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Databricks raised $5B at a $190B valuation after investor demand far exceeded its initial $1B target, highlighting AI's rising cost and appeal.

Databricks raised $1 billion at a $190 billion valuation after investor demand surged far beyond its initial target.

Nscale’s IPO will reveal investor appetite for AI firms reliant on a few tech giants, spotlighting risks and opportunities in specialized AI infrastructure.

Mercor’s Brendan Foody calls out Sequoia for using 'dual-pricing,' a practice of selling the same startup shares at different prices to investors.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 brings back the Builders Stage, focusing on real-world strategies for founders and investors to scale startups effectively.

The Builders Stage returns to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, offering founders and investors practical strategies to navigate startup scaling challenges.

Five days remain to save up to $200 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets before prices rise on September 25.

Meta plans to issue a new class of non-voting shares to fund AI projects, acquisitions, and employee compensation starting in 2027.

Donald Trump bought SpaceX shares shortly after its IPO when prices were higher than the debut, highlighting interest in the aerospace sector.

Nvidia teams with major financiers to create a $500B market treating computing power as a new tradable asset class.

TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 opens today in Boston, bringing startup leaders together for insights, networking, and growth opportunities.

OpenAI has reportedly lowered its fundraising target amid a more cautious investment climate and evolving AI market dynamics.

Anthropic may receive a junk credit rating after its IPO, complicating efforts to fund its costly AI development projects.

Situational Awareness sheds public AI bets after losses but retains key Anthropic shares, signaling a strategic focus on private AI ventures.

Neil Rimer of Index Ventures predicts AI's vast wealth in Silicon Valley will eventually be redistributed, reshaping the tech economy.

Cyera is close to raising $300 million, pushing its valuation near $12 billion despite current operating losses.

OpenAI's valuation hits $1.25 trillion after raising $11 billion, while Anthropic moves closer to an IPO, signaling major shifts in the AI industry.

On November 4, Boston hosts the TechCrunch Founder Summit, offering startups a day of networking and practical insights to fuel growth.

Register now for TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 in Boston—save up to $100 and get a free second pass. Just five days left to claim this offer.

Anthropic’s S-1 reveals a high-stakes plan to invest heavily in AI compute and growth, balancing ambitious AI goals with financial survival.

Despite heavy investment, most companies outside tech have yet to see financial gains from artificial intelligence, an Apollo economist reports.

OpenAI plans a $30B fundraising round valuing the company at $1.25T, potentially the highest private valuation ever before its IPO.

Lambda is raising $4 billion at a $14.5 billion valuation, preparing for a 2027 IPO with backing from Coatue and Blackstone.

Anthropic’s IPO filing reveals huge losses, rapid growth, and a rare warning that its AI technology could pose risks to humanity.

Mecka AI nears a $500M valuation with Sequoia-led funding, highlighting rising demand for robot training data in the growing robotics market.

Only one week remains to reserve exhibit space at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Tables are limited and expected to sell out before the September 18 deadline.

Moonshot AI's chatbot Kimi stirred surprise in Silicon Valley and Wall Street with its advanced capabilities, prompting a reevaluation of AI competition and impact.

Atoms, led by Travis Kalanick, raised $1.7B in funding led by a16z to bring AI-powered robotics to industrial sectors.

Patronus AI raised $50M to build virtual digital worlds that test AI agents, helping companies create safer and smarter AI systems.

Ballistic Ventures is raising $490 million across two funds to invest in AI-driven cybersecurity startups amid growing demand for advanced security solutions.