2024 was a landmark year for AI startups in the U.S., with notable funding achievements including 49 startups raising $100 million or more, three companies securing multiple megafunding rounds, and seven surpassing $1 billion. As 2025 progresses, this upward trend seems poised to continue, evidenced by several substantial funding rounds already taking place, surpassing Q1 2024. Major companies like OpenAI and SandboxAQ have attracted significant investments, underscoring the financial interest in AI technology and its potential impact on various industries.
AI behemoth OpenAI raised a record-breaking $40 billion funding round that valued the startup at $300 billion. This round was led by SoftBank with participation from Thrive Capital, Microsoft, and Coatue, among others.
SandboxAQ closed a $450 million Series E round on April 4 that valued the AI model company at $5.7 billion. The round included Nvidia, Google, and Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio among other investors.
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