Mira Murati's AI startup, Thinking Machines Lab, has secured a valuation of $10 billion following a $2 billion fundraising round. This seed funding is among the largest in Silicon Valley history for a company of its age. Founded in February 2025, the company has quickly attracted top AI talent, including researchers and engineers from OpenAI, Meta, and Mistral.
Thinking Machines Lab aims to develop AI systems that are more accessible, customisable, and capable. The company emphasises user alignment, designing AI that aligns with human values. The company is structured as a public benefit corporation, with Murati holding a deciding vote on board matters. Founding shareholders possess votes weighted 100 times greater than those of regular shareholders, ensuring strong founding influence on the strategic direction of the lab.
The substantial funding will enable Thinking Machines Lab to acquire necessary hardware and infrastructure for training advanced AI models. The company plans to open-source some of its software, particularly technologies related to AI safety. This strategic positioning comes as global AI regulation advances, with new frameworks reshaping the competitive landscape.
