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AI Startups Secure Over $100 Million in 2026 Funding

2/18/2026

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  • In early 2026, nearly 20 U.S.-based AI startups secured mega-rounds of funding exceeding $100 million.
  • Anthropic raised a $30 billion Series G round, valuing the company at $380 billion.
  • Runway raised a $315 million Series E round, valuing it at $5.3 billion.
  • ElevenLabs raised a $500 million Series D round.
  • Goodfire raised a $150 million Series B round.