
Mistral, a Paris-based AI company, is reportedly in talks to raise €3bn at a valuation of €20bn. This move would significantly boost its funding to €6.5bn, positioning it as a major European contender against US and Chinese AI giants. The company, which launched in 2023, has strong political support and partnerships, including with ASML. Mistral is also investing in its own AI infrastructure to meet growing compute demands. Discussions are still in early stages, and the final funding amount and valuation may change.
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