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Decart raises $300M for its AI optimization software, world models

$300M. That's what Decart just raised for AI optimization and world models—at a $4B valuation.

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Why it matters

Decart's massive funding round signals institutional confidence in AI optimization software and world models as a core infrastructure play. The presence of Nvidia, Adobe, Toyota, and Karpathy suggests this isn't a consumer tool—it's becoming essential middleware for enterprises building on top of foundation models.

The key facts

7 to know
  1. Decart raises $300M Series funding

  2. $4B post-money valuation

  3. Lead: Radical Ventures

  4. Participants: Nvidia, Adobe Ventures, Toyota Ventures

  5. Notable angels: Andrej Karpathy (OpenAI co-founder)

  6. Focus: AI optimization software, world models

  7. Published: May 19, 2026

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Publisher excerpt: Artificial intelligence developer Decart.ai Inc. today announced that it has raised $300 million in funding at a nearly $4 billion valuation. Radical Ventures led the round with participation from Nvidia Corp., Adobe Ventures, Toyota Ventures and other institutional backers. They were joined by…
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