Graphcore develops a microprocessor designed for AI and machine learning applications.
Graphcore is a startup that develops a microprocessor designed for AI and machine learning applications. It has created a new processor, the Intelligence Processing Unit (IPU) for artificial intelligence. The IPU’s unique architecture means developers can run current machine learning models orders of magnitude faster. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Announced Date | Round | Money Raised | Number of Investors | Lead Investors | Post Valuation | |
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Dec 29, 2020 | Series E | $222M | 3 | — | — | Detail |
Feb 24, 2020 | Series D | $150M | 1 | — | — | Detail |
Dec 18, 2018 | Series D | $200M | 3 | — | — | Detail |
Nov 12, 2017 | Series C | $50M | 2 | Sequoia Capital | — | Detail |
Jul 20, 2017 | Series B | $30M | 1 | — | — | Detail |
Investor Name | Lead Investor | Funding Round |
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Molten Ventures | — | Series E |
Sequoia Capital | — | Series E |
Sofina | — | Series E |