CuspAI has secured over $100 million in a Series A funding round led by NEA and Temasek to enhance its AI platform for expedited materials discovery.

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CuspAI, a pioneering firm in the field of artificial intelligence, has successfully completed a significant funding round, raising over $100 million in a Series A investment led by New Enterprise Associates (NEA) and Temasek. This innovative company is focused on revolutionizing materials discovery by developing an AI platform that acts like a search engine, allowing users to specify desired material properties and swiftly generating potential candidates up to ten times faster than conventional methodologies.

Founded by visionary entrepreneurs Max Welling and Chad Edwards, CuspAI's technology has extensive applications, particularly in high-demand sectors such as semiconductors, battery technology, carbon capture, and water purification, including the removal of harmful PFAS compounds. The company's rapid growth trajectory is underscored by strategic partnerships with reputable organizations, including Hyundai, Kemira, and Meta, all established within just one year.

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The artificial intelligence industry, particularly in the United States, is experiencing exponential growth, driven by advancements in machine learning and computing power. As AI technologies become core to various sectors, businesses are increasingly in

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NEA, Temasek, NVIDIA, Samsung Ventures, Hyundai Motor Group

invested in

CuspAI

in 2025

in a Series A deal

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Transaction Size: $100M

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