July 11, 2024: Fireworks AI Secures $52M, Valued at $522M - AI startup Fireworks AI has announced a $52 million Series B funding led by Sequoia Capital, attaining a $522 million valuation. The round saw participation from major tech investors including Nvidia, AMD, and MongoDB, along with renowned individual investors. Specializing in providing access to state-of-the-art generative AI models for developers, Fireworks AI focuses on fast, cost-effective, and privacy-centric model customization. The funding, totaling $77 million raised, will further its mission to enhance compound AI systems, collaborating with giants like Nvidia, AWS, and Google Cloud.