May 29, 2026
Anthropic raises $65 billion, nears $1T valuation ahead of IPO
Anthropic's latest $65 billion Series H funding round propels its valuation to $965 billion, positioning it as a formidable player in the AI space, surpassing OpenAI on the unicorn board. This massive funding round highlights the intense investor interest in AI and sets the stage for a highly anticipated IPO. The valuation leap underscores the growing market confidence in Anthropic's capabilities and potential impact on the AI landscape.
New Funding Rounds
New Product Launches
Companies Out of Stealth
Major Acquisitions and Partnerships
Asana has acquired StackAI, a no-code agent-builder, to enhance its AI workflow tools. Meanwhile, Visa's investment in Replit aims to power agentic payments for developers, showcasing a growing trend of strategic partnerships in the AI space.
Policy & Regulation
Illinois has passed a landmark AI regulation law, reducing Trump's influence over AI policy. This new legislation is supported by major AI players like Anthropic and OpenAI, indicating a shift towards more stringent safety testing in AI deployments.