Analysis

April 11, 2023

'Compute for equity' — what will Stability AI’s next fundraise look like?

Stability AI is hinting at big tech partnerships as it looks for quick ways to boost its processing ability rapidly


Jeff Bezos and Emad Mostaque, source: Twitter

London-based generative AI startup Stability AI has hinted that it has “more than one” high-profile deal with a big tech partner in the works. AI market-watchers are closely analysing the structure of these deals as emerging GenAI giants look for ways to fund the growth of their very expensive tech and forge alliances with incumbents. 

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