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Jeff Bezos-Backed Prometheus Secures $12 Billion for AI Engineer Development

Prometheus, a physical artificial intelligence (AI) startup supported by Jeff Bezos, has announced it secured $12 billion in a new funding round. This latest investment values the company at $41 billion. The startup aims to develop an 'artificial general engineer' to automate tasks in heavy engineering and drug design for the physical world.

By Fainaron·Jun 12, 2026 (16 hours ago)·1 views
Jeff Bezos-Backed Prometheus Secures $12 Billion for AI Engineer Development

Prometheus, a physical artificial intelligence (AI) startup backed by Jeff Bezos, has successfully raised $12 billion in a recent funding round. This new investment has increased the company's valuation to $41 billion.

The startup's core mission is to construct an 'artificial general engineer' intended for applications within the physical world. This advanced AI system is designed to automate complex processes, with a particular focus on heavy engineering and drug design.

According to TechCrunch, the funding will support Prometheus's ongoing efforts to develop its technology and achieve its ambitious objectives in the AI sector.

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