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Prometheus

Industrial AI startup applying AI to physical/manufacturing systems, led by Jeff Bezos and Vik Bajaj.

AI infraSan Francisco, California, USAFounded 2025Founders: Vik Bajaj, Jeff BezosSee connections →Compare with TXSE Group
Last verified Jul 2026

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$41B
As of Jul 2026MSN

Company Snapshot

Prometheus is a AI infra company, based in San Francisco, California, USA, founded 2025 by Vik Bajaj, Jeff Bezos. Latest valuation $41B (As of Jul 2026, MSN).

Recent changes

  1. Jun 11, 2026Raised $12B at a $41B valuation TechCrunch
  2. Jun 11, 2026First reported valuation: $41B TechCrunch
  3. Jun 11, 2026New investor: Goldman Sachs TechCrunch
  4. Jun 11, 2026New investor: JPMorgan TechCrunch
  5. Jun 11, 2026New investor: BlackRock TechCrunch

Funding History

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DateEventAmountValuationInvestorsSource
Jun 11, 2026funding round$12B$41B
JPMorganunverifiedGoldman SachsunverifiedBlackRockunverified
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Prometheus FAQ

What is Prometheus's valuation?

Prometheus's valuation is $41B (As of Jul 2026, MSN).

Who are Prometheus's investors?

Prometheus's investors include BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Alpha Wave Global, Hanwha Asset Management, and 1 more (As of Jul 2026).

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