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Google Acquires Wiz for Record $32 Billion
Google finalized a $32 billion acquisition of cybersecurity startup Wiz, dubbed the 'Deal of the Decade' by Index Ventures' Shardul Shah, fueled by AI, cloud, and security trends. The deal followed a 2024 offer, antitrust reviews, and a $9B sweetener. It marks the largest venture-backed acquisition in history.
Nexthop AI Raises $500M in Series B
AI networking startup Nexthop AI secured $500M in Series B funding led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, with Andreessen Horowitz participating. The Santa Clara-based firm develops switching technology for AI and cloud networking using open-source OS. This ties for the week's largest U.S. funding round.
Mind Robotics Secures $500M Series A
Rivian spin-out Mind Robotics raised $500M in Series A co-led by Accel and Andreessen Horowitz. The Palo Alto company focuses on AI-enabled industrial robotics for manufacturing automation. It matches Nexthop AI as a top funding deal this week.
Rhoda AI Emerges from Stealth with $450M
Robotics startup Rhoda AI raised $450M in Series A reportedly led by Premji Invest. Based in Palo Alto, it trains robots using millions of videos for complex environments. The funding underscores investor frenzy in AI robotics.
Eridu AI Networking Startup Bags $200M
Eridu emerged from stealth with over $200M in Series A led by Socratic Partners and others including John Doerr. The Saratoga, CA firm builds high-performance network switches for AI data centers. It highlights capital concentration in AI infrastructure.
Axiom Math AI Raises $200M at $1.6B Valuation
Palo Alto-based Axiom Math AI secured $200M Series A led by Menlo Ventures for AI systems verifying computer code. Backers include Madrona, Greycroft, and Toyota Ventures. The round reflects booming demand for specialized AI tools.
Sunday Robotics Lands $165M Series B
Household robot startup Sunday raised $165M Series B led by Coatue at $1.15B valuation. The Mountain View firm plans a beta launch for its Memo robot later this year. Funding emphasizes consumer robotics growth.
Kai Cybersecurity Platform Secures $125M
San Jose-based Kai raised $125M led by Evolution Equity Partners for its agentic AI cybersecurity platform. The funding supports expansion amid rising cyber threats. It aligns with tailwinds boosting Wiz's valuation.
Cryptio Raises $45M for Digital Asset Data
FinTech firm Cryptio secured $45M Series B co-led by BlackFin Capital Partners and Sentinel Global for financial data tools in digital assets. Investors include 1kx and Ledger Cathay Capital. Global FinTech funding hit $955M this week.
PactFi Bags $25M Series A for Private Credit
PactFi raised $25M Series A led by 7RIDGE EIF for its private credit operations platform. Funds will expand product, AI integration, and team. Backers include Better Tomorrow Ventures and execs from Revolut, Uber.
Replit Closes $400M Round at $9B Valuation
AI coding startup Replit raised $400M at a $9B valuation amid the ongoing AI funding frenzy. The deal underscores massive investor interest in developer tools powered by AI. It contributes to the week's mega AI rounds trend.
SambaNova Systems Raises $350M
U.S.-based SambaNova Systems secured $350M in Series C+ for computer hardware manufacturing. The funding highlights continued investment in AI compute infrastructure. Early March rounds show sustained VC activity.