AI chip startup Graphcore closes $200M Series D, adds BMW and Microsoft as strategic investors

AI chip startup Graphcore closes $200M Series D, adds BMW and Microsoft as strategic investors
January 11, 2019
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UK AI chip startup Graphcore has announced a $200 million Series D round today that’s jointly led by an existing investor, European VC Atomico, along with new investor Sofina, an investment holding firm.

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Bots replacing office workers drive big valuations

Bots replacing office workers drive big valuations
October 20, 2018
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Celebrity funds from Jay Z, Will Smith and Robert Downey Jr. are backing a life insurance startup

Celebrity funds from Jay Z, Will Smith and Robert Downey Jr. are backing a life insurance startup
June 19, 2018
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Ethos, the company that bills itself as making life insurance accessible, affordable and simple, has officially come out of stealth with an $11.5 million investment led by one of the world’s top venture firms, Sequoia Capital, and additional participation Continue reading →

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