Where the billions are flowing in AI
Venture capital investment in artificial intelligence has accelerated dramatically. We track quarterly funding totals, deal counts, and the mega-rounds ($100M+) that are reshaping the industry. From foundation model companies to vertical AI startups, this is where the money is going.
Data current to Jan 20, 2026
$47B poured into AI startups in 2025 — a new annual record
Quarterly FundingCumulative Total
Methodology
Funding data is aggregated from publicly disclosed rounds for AI-focused companies. Mega-rounds are defined as single rounds exceeding $100M. Quarterly totals include seed through late-stage rounds. Corporate rounds and government grants are excluded. Data may be revised as late-reported rounds surface.
Data Sources
- Crunchbase
- PitchBook
- CB Insights
- Afterprise Research