WSJ Tech News Briefing · Thursday, September 10, 2026
AI chip startup Positron has successfully raised $875 million, achieving a valuation of $5 billion. This represents a significant increase from its previous funding round in February, where it was valued at $1 billion. The company, based in Reno, Nevada, focuses on designing hardware to accelerate AI model performance.
“We exclusively report AI chip startup Positron has raised $875 million at a valuation of $5 billion, a significant increase in the company's worth over the last six months.”
“In its most recent funding round in February, it was valued at $1 billion.”
“The Reno, Nevada based company, which is focused on designing hardware that helps AI models run more quickly, is seeking an edge in the crowded chips business by bringing its chips to market as soon as possible.”