What is Blaize?
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in El Dorado Hills, California, Blaize has developed a purpose-built, full-stack programmable processor architecture suite and a low-code/no-code software platform. This innovative technology enables AI processing solutions for high-performance computing across multiple large and rapidly growing markets. Blaize's proprietary solutions empower enterprises to harness the power of AI at the network's edge and within data centers, delivering real-time insights and decision-making capabilities with enhanced speed and efficiency. The company's focus on AI at the periphery and in data centers positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence deployment.
How much funding has Blaize raised?
Blaize has raised a total of $437.1M across 7 funding rounds:
Series C
$65M
Other Financing Round
$87M
Debt
$1M
Debt
$1.1M
Series D
$71M
Other Financing Round
$106M
Other Financing Round
$106M
Series C (2018): $65M with participation from DENSO and NSITEXE
Other Financing Round (2019): $87M led by Daimler, Magna, SGInnovate, DENSO, GGV Capital, Mirai Creation Fund/SPARX Asset Management, Samsung Electronics America, and Temasek
Debt (2020): $1M supported by PPP
Debt (2021): $1.1M featuring PPP
Series D (2021): $71M backed by DENSO, Franklin Templeton, and Temasek
Other Financing Round (2024): $106M with participation from Franklin Templeton and Bess Ventures
Other Financing Round (2024): $106M led by Mercedes-Benz Group, DENSO, Franklin Templeton, Bess Ventures, and Temasek
Key Investors in Blaize
DENSO
DENSO is a global automotive technology and manufacturing company recognized as one of the largest suppliers in the automotive industry. With a long-established history spanning several decades, the company develops and provides advanced systems, components, and technologies used by automakers around the world.
Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is a global investment management organization headquartered in San Mateo, California. The firm provides investment management expertise, wealth management, and technology solutions to clients in over 165 countries through offices in more than 30 countries.
Temasek
Founded in 1974, Temasek is a global investment company headquartered in Singapore. We are a generational investor, seeking to make a difference always with tomorrow in mind.
What's next for Blaize?
The recent major strategic investment signals a new phase of expansion and development for Blaize. This capital infusion is expected to accelerate the company's product roadmap, enhance its market penetration, and potentially fuel further research and development into advanced AI processing technologies. With a strong foundation in programmable processors and a low-code/no-code platform, Blaize is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for efficient and scalable AI solutions across various industries. Future growth will likely involve strategic partnerships and continued innovation to maintain its competitive edge in the dynamic AI hardware and software market.
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