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January 19, 2026, 7:22 PM EST. U.S. AI funding momentum persisted in 2025, with 55 startups reporting $100 million-plus rounds, continuing a trend from 2024 that included mega rounds and several $1 billion events. While fewer firms topped $1B in a single raise, more companies secured multiple large rounds, including Anthropic with two such raises. Early 2026 signals suggest continued strength from xAI and Merge Labs. December activity featured Mythic's $125M round led by DCVC; Chai Discovery with a $130M Series B at a $1.2B valuation; Fal's $140M Series D; Unconventional AI's $475M seed; and 7AI's $130M Series A. November included Genspark's $275M Series B at $1.25B and Luma AI's $900M Series C. The list reflects broad investor interest in AI infrastructure and applications.