AI Investments Surge: From Social Impact to Saudi Billion-Dollar Bets, Plus Exclusive Insights and Upcoming IPOs

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Welcome to this edition of the AI Landscape newsletter, where we bring you the latest news on startups, funding, and AI-powered solutions transforming businesses.

Grab your coffee and join us as we explore the most exciting developments in AI investment!

Here’s what’s on the agenda today:

• 3 Days Left: Imagine Owning a Piece of Peter Pan
• AI for Social Impact: Nonprofits are now AI-first movers.
• Fractal’s $500M IPO: India's first AI unicorn gears up for its public debut.
• Big Bets on AI: Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund is investing billions in AI startups like Mistral and Databricks.
• Emerging Market Spotlight: Don’t miss the AI event of the year at Africon!
• Anthropic’s $40B Valuation: The AI startup in talks for its next big funding round.
• Bonus: Join our exclusive private investors group
• Scribenote Secures Funding: The AI startup for veterinary medical records raises $8.2M.

3 Days Left: Imagine Owning a Piece of Peter Pan

If you thought an Orlando-based amusement park owned all of Peter Pan, Cinderella, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, and other classics, you’d be wrong.?

Elf Labs is combining their 75-year-old portfolio of timeless characters with their patented next-gen Web3 technology. That includes hyper-realistic 3D experiences never before seen, featuring these iconic characters, and much more.?

With 100+ trademarks and 400+ international copyrights, they’re already closing licensing deals with international food, apparel, and toy companies. The Elf Labs team has previously generated over $6 billion in licensing transactions, with licensed products in all major retailers.?

Now with their tech & character IP in hand, there is a whole $2T entertainment, licensing, and gaming market to address.

The clock is ticking for you to be part of their growth opportunity and get 5% bonus shares – invest in Elf Labs by 9/27.?

The Social Impact Sector Is An AI First Mover

AI is rapidly transforming businesses across all sectors, with AI startups securing multibillion-dollar valuations.

JPMorgan Chase is investing in AI assistants, and an AI version of broadcaster Al Michaels even provided commentary for the Olympics.?

According to an IBM study from early this year, 42% of large companies have already adopted AI, with another 40% exploring its use.?

These numbers are likely higher now, as businesses race to use AI for faster, more efficient, and valuable products. Interestingly, even the social impact sector is embracing AI, despite the usual caution around spending in nonprofits.

SaaS Unicorn Fractal Eyes $500 Mn IPO, To File DRHP By November

AI-powered SaaS unicorn Fractal is reportedly planning to file for an IPO in India as early as November, aiming to raise $500 million at a valuation of at least $3.5 billion.

The IPO is expected to combine fresh equity and an offer for sale, with a public listing targeted for the first quarter of 2025.?

Fractal, which offers AI and analytics solutions to Fortune 100 companies, became India’s first AI unicorn in 2022 after raising $360 million from TPG Capital.?

This move comes amid a surge in IPOs in India, with several tech startups going public this year.

Emerging Market Spotlight: Don’t miss the AI event of the year at Africon!

Looking to explore AI investment opportunities in emerging markets? Don’t miss Africon's upcoming event!

Discover the latest in AI innovations across Africa, connect with industry leaders, and learn about promising ventures.

Secure your spot today and be part of the future of AI in Africa -> https://link.genai.works/H4N

Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund’s Big AI Bets Include Mistral And Databricks

Over the past decade, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has invested in major tech companies like Uber, Lucid Motors, and Magic Leap.?

Now, it's turning its attention to artificial intelligence (AI), with plans to invest $40 billion in the sector.?

Recently, PIF has backed France's AI leader Mistral, Databricks, and several smaller AI startups.

?Mistral raised $640 million at a $6 billion valuation, while Databricks secured $500 million at a $43 billion valuation.?

PIF's deep pockets are helping drive growth in some of the world’s largest AI companies.

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Anthropic reportedly in early talks to raise new funding on up to $40B valuation

AI startup Anthropic is reportedly in early talks to raise new funding with a potential valuation of up to $40 billion.?

According to a report from The Information, the negotiations are still in the early stages, and it’s uncertain if investors will agree to such a high valuation.

?Anthropic plans to present to investors at Morgan Stanley’s private tech conference next month, a move that's unusual for most startups but could help with complex funding rounds.?

This news follows a recent report that OpenAI, Anthropic’s main competitor, is also seeking to raise $6.5 billion at a $150 billion valuation. So far, Anthropic has raised about $7.6 billion.

AI startup Scribenote raises $8.2 million in Andreessen Horowitz-led funding round

Scribenote, a startup using AI to automate medical records for veterinarians, announced it has raised $8.2 million in an early-stage funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz.

?Other investors include Inovia Capital and Velocity Fund.?

While the company's valuation wasn't disclosed, AI startups have been attracting strong investor interest this year, with five companies raising over $1 billion in 2024.

Founded in 2019, Scribenote is tapping into this growing trend, using AI to streamline veterinary documentation.

In this edition, we explored the latest breakthroughs in AI, from major investments to transformative technologies shaping industries worldwide.

With Saudi Arabia making big bets on AI and companies like Fractal and Anthropic gearing up for substantial growth, the AI space is booming.

Startups are securing millions in funding, showing the immense potential for innovation. Nonprofits are also embracing AI, proving that its impact is far-reaching across all sectors.

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