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Announcing our $500 million fundraise to make progress towards AGI

Reinforced raises $500 million to fuel compute expansion and talent acquisition in the pursuit of AGI.

Announcing our $500 million fundraise to make progress towards AGI

Building the future is expensive. Today, we are sharing a significant milestone that ensures we have the resources to execute on our vision. We are humbled to announce a $500 million Series B funding round led by top venture capital firms. This valuation validates our approach to building AGI through systems engineering.

The Milestone

This fundraise is not just about the money; it's a vote of confidence from some of the smartest investors in the world. They see what we see: that the path to AGI requires a unique blend of research innovation and industrial-scale engineering. We are grateful for their partnership and shared vision for a safe, intelligent future.

Using the Capital

The majority of this funding will go towards two things: Silicon and Synapses. We are securing thousands of H100 GPUs and investing in the infrastructure (like Project Horizon) to house them. Compute is the fuel of the AI revolution, and we are filling the tank. We are aggressively expanding our cluster capabilities to support the training of our next-generation 'Carrier' and 'Beacon' model architectures.

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The Road Ahead

We are just getting started. This capital gives us the runway to execute on our long-term vision without compromise. We don't have to chase short-term revenue at the expense of long-term research. We can focus on the hard problems—reasoning, memory, alignment—that will unlock the true potential of AGI. Our roadmap is clear, and now, so is our financial path.

Talent Density

We are hiring the brightest minds in physics, math, and computer science. We are building a team of density, not just size. With this funding, we are launching new research hubs in key global locations to attract top-tier talent who might otherwise be inaccessible. We offer a research environment that combines the freedom of academia with the resources of a major tech lab.

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Infrastructure Scale-Out

Project Horizon, our data center initiative, will see a massive acceleration. We are moving beyond standard cloud providers to build custom, liquid-cooled clusters optimized for the extreme thermal and networking demands of dense transformer training. This vertical integration allows us to iterate faster and train larger models more efficiently than our competitors.

Strategic Partnerships

Alongside financial capital, this round brings strategic partnerships with key hardware vendors and cloud providers. These alliances ensure we have priority access to next-generation silicon and the distributed systems expertise required to operate it. We are building an ecosystem, not just a product.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did you raise?

We raised $500 million in our Series B round.

Who led the round?

The round was led by top-tier venture capital firms, though we are not disclosing the specific lead at this time.

What is the valuation?

We are not disclosing the specific valuation, but it reflects the significant value of our technology and team.

What will you use the money for?

Primarily for purchasing compute (GPUs) and hiring world-class research and engineering talent.

Are you hiring?

Yes, across all engineering and research roles. We are looking for the best of the best.

What is 'Series B'?

It is the second major round of venture capital funding, typically for scaling a company that has proven its technology.

Does this change your mission?

No. Our mission remains steadfast: to build safe AGI that benefits humanity.

When will you raise again?

We are well-capitalized for the foreseeable future and have no immediate plans for further fundraising.

What is 'Silicon and Synapses'?

It's our internal shorthand for 'Hardware and Talent'—the two critical ingredients for AI progress.

Are you profitable?

We are a research-first company focused on growth and long-term value creation, investing heavily in R&D.

Who are your investors?

Our investors include some of the most respected names in Silicon Valley and global finance.

How does this help customers?

It allows us to build better, faster, and cheaper models, and to provide the stability and support enterprise customers need.

Are you going public (IPO)?

We are focused on building a great company. An IPO is a possibility in the distant future, but not a current focus.

What is 'runway'?

The amount of time a company can operate before it runs out of cash. This fundraise gives us a very long runway.

Did employees participate?

We have an employee equity program that ensures our team shares in the success of the company.

How big is the team?

We are a lean, high-density team of under 200 people.

Are you buying more GPUs?

Yes, a significant portion of the funds is allocated to securing H100 and future generation GPUs.

What about acquisitions?

We may use some capital for strategic acquisitions, like our recent purchase of Fern Labs.

Is the market in an AI bubble?

We believe we are in the early innings of a technological shift as significant as the internet or electricity.

How can I invest?

We are a private company and shares are not available to the public.
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