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Data intelligence firm Databricks is reportedly negotiating a new funding round that could value the company at over $130 billion, marking a 30% increase from its previous $100 billion valuation. The potential raise follows its $1 billion Series K extension in September, which funded projects like AI agent databases. CEO Ali Ghodsi highlighted a shift in the database market, noting AI-generated databases now account for 80% of new systems. Databricks’ acquisition of Neon for $1 billion in May 2025 contributed to industry consolidation trends. The company has not confirmed details of the current funding discussions.
Key facts
- Databricks is in talks for a funding round valued at $130 billion or more.
- The proposed valuation represents a 30% increase from its $100 billion 2025 funding round.
- CEO Ali Ghodsi emphasized AI’s role in transforming database creation, with 80% now generated by AI agents.
- Databricks acquired Neon for $1 billion in May 2025, fueling database industry consolidation.
- The company has not yet signed a term sheet for the potential raise.
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