Global AI Startup Funding Frenzy

AI Funding Pulse

195 new unicorns in H1 2026, surpassing 2025 total. Global startup funding $510B, with AI taking 81% of US VC. US captures 88% of AI funding. Concentration in mega-labs raises bubble concerns.

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Updated Aug 13, 2026

AI Funding Pulse

Lovable secures $400M at $13.3B valuation to scale Its AI software platform

Kevin Weil Left OpenAI 4 Months Ago. Now He’s Seeking $150 Million for a Startup With No Public Product

AI code review platform CodeRabbit valued at $1.5 billion ...

OpenAI-backed Thrive Holdings raises $2B to bring AI to the enterprise

Lovable raises $400M at $13.3B valuation, eyes $600M revenue run rate