Artificial intelligence startup Reflection AI has secured $2 billion in fresh funding led by Nvidia, boosting its valuation to $8 billion and intensifying competition in the global AI race.
The round also saw participation from high-profile investors including Eric Schmidt (former CEO of Google), Citi, 1789 Capital, along with existing backers Lightspeed Venture Partners and Sequoia Capital.
Startup with DeepMind Roots
Reflection AI was founded in 2024 by Misha Laskin and Ioannis Antonoglou, both former researchers at Google’s DeepMind. The company develops AI tools designed to automate software development, a field attracting growing interest as businesses seek to reduce costs and accelerate innovation.
Prior to this mega-round, the startup had raised $130 million at a valuation of $545 million, making the new funding a massive leap in investor confidence and market positioning.
Nvidia’s Expanding AI Bet
Nvidia, best known for its GPUs that power AI models, has been steadily expanding into software and AI platforms.
By backing Reflection AI, the company signals its intent to play a larger role beyond hardware supply, aligning with its strategy of embedding itself deeper into the AI development ecosystem.
AI Investment Surge
The deal comes amid a sharp rise in AI investments worldwide. According to industry data, global venture funding reached $97 billion in Q3 2025, up 38% year-on-year, with nearly half directed toward AI startups.
Industry Impact
Analysts say Reflection AI’s success could reshape how software is created, potentially making coding faster and more accessible.
With Nvidia’s backing, the startup is now well-positioned to compete against both U.S. and international AI companies aiming to dominate the next wave of technological innovation.
