OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, and Waymo Raise $188B in Q1 2026

Deal Summary

In the first quarter of 2026, four AI leaders—OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, and Waymo—collectively secured $188 billion in venture capital, representing 60% of all VC funding that quarter. The massive inflow underscores the concentration of capital in AI and marks a significant milestone for the sector.