SMRTR AIJun 18, 2025TechCrunch

Here are the 24 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2025

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The AI industry in the U.S. maintains strong investment momentum in 2025, with multiple companies raising billion-dollar rounds in Q1, surpassing Q1 2024. Notable fundraises include OpenAI's $40 billion round at a $300 billion valuation, Anthropic's $3.5 billion Series E, Anysphere's $900 million Series C, and Lambda's $480 million Series D. These investments underscore the continued growth and significance of AI technology across sectors.

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