2026 AI VC Records and Mega-Rounds [developing]
Key Questions
What is the significance of Anthropic's $30B ARR?
Anthropic achieved $30B in annual recurring revenue, surpassing OpenAI. This milestone highlights the rapid growth in AI company valuations and revenue streams in 2026.
How much did Firmus raise and who were the key investors?
Firmus raised $505M in a Series G round, valuing it at $5.5B. Investors included Nvidia and Coatue, focusing on AI data centers with plans for an ASX IPO involving Tasmania green hydro.
What is Eclipse's new fund focused on?
Eclipse launched a $1.3B fund to back and build 'physical AI' startups. This reflects growing interest in AI applications beyond digital realms.
What funding is Sarvam AI pursuing?
Sarvam AI is nearing a $300-350M raise at a $1.5B+ valuation. The Bengaluru-based generative AI startup aims to compete with global AI giants, potentially becoming India's next unicorn.
How much is Together AI seeking in funding?
Together AI is pursuing $1B in fresh funding. The AI cloud company rents out Nvidia chips and has backing from notable investors.
What were the Q1 2026 global VC figures?
Global VC reached $297-300B in Q1, with 80% allocated to AI. U.S. VC hit records, driven by massive AI deals, while regions like France saw €2.7B (+79%) and China set state records.
What is Mistral's recent financing activity?
Mistral raised $830M in debt. This was part of Europe's top funding rounds for the week of 30 March – 5 April.
What other notable valuations emerged?
Supabase reached $10B and ElevenLabs $11B valuations. Additional highlights include Madison Air's $13.2B IPO, IQM quantum funding, and NYC's $3.94B in VC.
Anthropic $30B ARR tops OpenAI; Firmus $505M Series G $5.5B Nvidia/Coatue AI infra ASX IPO Tasmania green hydro; Madison Air $13.2B IPO; France Q1 €2.7B +79% AI; Eclipse $1.3B physical AI; Sarvam $1.5B; Together $1B; family offices Arena $230M; Q1 $297-300B 80% AI; China state record; Mistral debt; Supabase $10B/ElevenLabs $11B; IQM quantum; NYC $3.94B; Asia/AU/Europe doubling; secondaries.