SambaNova Systems
Enterprise Software
Founded: 2017
Last Round Valuation: $5.27B
Founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, CA, SambaNova Systems has developed an advanced AI platform tailored for enterprise use. Their platform empowers businesses to unlock the extensive potential of AI through their pre-trained models. SambaNova's primary offering, SambaNova Dataflow-as-a-ServiceTM, delivers ready-to-use learning models that can be customized to meet the specific requirements of industries and organizations. The company was established by Christopher Re, Dr. Oyekunle Olukotun, and Rodrigo Liang, bringing together their expertise to create innovative AI solutions for the market.
SambaNova Systems Overview:
SambaNova Systems is a leading provider of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) computing solutions. The company specializes in developing hardware and software platforms that enable businesses to leverage the full potential of AI for a wide range of applications. SambaNova's cutting-edge technologies and solutions empower organizations to accelerate AI workloads, improve efficiency, and achieve breakthrough performance.
One of the key offerings from SambaNova Systems is their Reconfigurable Dataflow Architecture (RDA). This architecture combines custom hardware chips with software programming tools to deliver high-performance AI computing capabilities. The RDA is designed to handle complex AI workloads and optimize performance across various domains, including machine learning, deep learning, and data analytics.
SambaNova's flagship product, the SambaNova Software Suite, provides a comprehensive set of software tools and libraries that simplify the development and deployment of AI applications. The suite includes a deep learning framework, compiler, runtime, and performance analysis tools, all of which work seamlessly with the underlying hardware to optimize AI workloads. This integrated approach ensures efficient execution and maximizes the performance of AI applications.
The company's solutions are used across industries such as healthcare, automotive, finance, and more. SambaNova's AI computing platforms are highly scalable, allowing businesses to handle large-scale AI workloads and adapt to changing requirements. By providing powerful AI computing solutions, SambaNova Systems helps organizations unlock new possibilities, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation.
SambaNova Systems has attracted significant attention and support from investors. Notable investors include SoftBank, Temasek, GIC, BlackRock, GV, Intel Capital, and Walden International, among others. The company has raised substantial funding, enabling it to further develop its technologies and expand its market presence.
Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, SambaNova Systems continues to push the boundaries of AI computing. Its focus on combining hardware and software expertise has positioned the company as a key player in the AI industry. With a talented team of engineers, researchers, and industry experts, SambaNova Systems remains dedicated to delivering state-of-the-art AI computing solutions that drive innovation and transform industries.
Founders:
Christopher Re
Dr. Oyekunle Olukotun
Rodrigo Liang
Top Investors:
SoftBank
Temasek
GIC
BlackRock
GV (formerly Google Ventures)
Intel Capital
Walden International
Atlantic Bridge Ventures
Funding History:
Date | Share Type | Amount Raised | Raised to Date | Issue Price | Post Money Valuation | Key Investors |
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Apr 2021 | Series D-1 | $488.63MM | $898.93MM | $95.02 | $5.27B | SoftBank, Temasek, GIC |
Apr 2021 | Series D-2 | $148.69MM | $558.98MM | $95.02 | $5.27B | SoftBank, Temasek, GIC |
Apr 2021 | Series D-3 | $38.68MM | $448.98MM | $95.02 | $5.27B | SoftBank, Temasek, GIC |
Feb 2020 | Series C-2 | $50MM | $252.2MM | $53.24 | $2.5B | BlackRock, GV, Intel Capital |
Feb 2020 | Series C-1 | $158.1MM | $360.3MM | $53.24 | $2.5B | BlackRock, GV, Intel Capital |
Apr 2019 | Series B | $141.6MM | $202.2MM | $22.07 | $883.28MM | Intel Capital, GV, Walden International |
Jun 2018 | Series A | $56.6MM | $60.6MM | $6.51 | $211.58MM | Walden International, GV, Atlantic Bridge Ventures |
Sep 2017 | Series Seed | $4MM | $4MM | $0.79 | $18MM | Walden International |
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