In November 2025, Jeff Bezos announced his role as co-CEO of a new startup named Prometheus. The company aims to focus on 'physical AI,' which applies deep learning principles to robotics and manufacturing. Recently, Prometheus secured $12 billion in funding, following an initial $6.2 billion round last year, bringing its valuation to $41 billion. The funding sources include JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, and BlackRock, along with contributions from Bezos. The startup currently employs 150 individuals. Bezos stated that a significant portion of the funding will be allocated to purchasing computing resources, as the operations are compute-intensive.
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Jeff Bezos' startup Prometheus raises $12 billion in funding
Jeff Bezos' startup Prometheus has raised $12 billion in funding, increasing its valuation to $41 billion. The company focuses on 'physical AI' and plans to use much of the funding for computing resources necessary for its operations.
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