Mira Murati AI Startup: $2B Seed Round Report

Thinking Machines Lab Pursues Massive Seed Funding

A newly established AI startup, Thinking Machines Lab, founded by former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, is aiming to secure a substantial seed investment.

Reports indicate the company is now targeting a $2 billion seed funding round, effectively doubling its initial goal.

Valuation and Current Status

If successfully completed, this funding would place Thinking Machines Lab’s valuation at a minimum of $10 billion, according to sources at Business Insider.

Despite having recently left stealth mode and currently lacking a launched product or generated revenue, the company is attracting significant investor interest.

Key Personnel and Expertise

The primary driver behind this investor confidence appears to be the impressive team of AI researchers assembled by Thinking Machines Lab.

Recently, Bob McGrew, formerly the chief research officer at OpenAI, and Alec Radford, a key researcher responsible for groundbreaking innovations at OpenAI, have joined the startup as advisors.

Company Vision

Thinking Machines Lab has articulated its intention to develop AI systems that are more accessible, adaptable, and broadly capable than existing technologies.

The company’s stated aim is to create AI solutions that are “more widely understood, customizable, and generally capable” than current offerings.

This focus on usability and flexibility is likely a key component of its appeal to potential investors.