AI neolabs raised $24B in two quarters, FT reports
According to a report by the Financial Times, a new class of AI startups known as "neolabs" has attracted significant capital despite many lacking established products, markets, or revenue. These companies raised $24 billion in the past two quarters. This total is nearly five times the amount OpenAI and Anthropic raised before the release of ChatGPT.
Key points
- AI neolabs raised $24 billion in the past two quarters, according to the Financial Times.
- This amount is nearly five times what OpenAI and Anthropic raised pre-ChatGPT.
- Many of these neolabs reportedly lack products, markets, or revenue.
The report notes that while the figures are substantial, they may involve some "sleight of hand" in how they are presented. The article contrasts the current investment climate with the past, suggesting that it would be "brave or foolhardy" for an investor to attempt to build a new Walmart, Uber, or Amazon today. This highlights the specific focus on AI infrastructure and model development rather than traditional consumer platform plays.
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