AI/ML
Essential AI
Essential AI raises $175M Series B at $1B valuation
$175M
Total Raised
Series B
Latest Round
2023
Founded
80+
Employees
San Francisco, CA
1 min read
Quick Facts
Valuation
$1B
Latest Round Size
$175M
Latest Round Date
August 2025
Essential AI: Series B Funding Round
Essential AI has successfully raised $175M in Series B funding, reaching a valuation of $1B.
Company Overview
Enterprise AI automation
Funding Details
The Series B round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from Thrive Capital.
Company Information
- Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
- Founded: 2023
- Employees: 80+
- Category: AI/ML
Investment
Essential AI plans to use the funds to accelerate product development, expand its team, and scale operations globally.
About the Investors
- Lightspeed Venture Partners: Verified investor in Series B
- Thrive Capital: Verified investor in Series B
Key Investors
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Lead Investor
Verified investor in Series B
Thrive Capital
Investor
Verified investor in Series B
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