Here are the 17 US-based AI companies that have raised $100m or more in 2026

In a remarkable display of investor confidence, nearly 20 AI startups in the United States have successfully secured funding rounds of $100 million or more just within the first two months of 2026. This surge indicates a promising start for the AI sector, suggesting that the trend of substantial investments is set to continue. Last year, U.S. AI startups garnered over $76 billion through similar megafunding rounds, as reported by TechCrunch. With such a strong performance in 2025, industry experts are eager to see if 2026 will maintain this momentum. While only time will reveal the full picture, the early signs point towards another year of impressive fundraising in the AI landscape. Here’s a look at the U.S.-based AI startups that have reached the $100 million milestone so far this year.