In 2026, a surge in AI investment propelled many startups to unicorn status. Data from Crunchbase and PitchBook reveals a list of VC-backed companies achieving this milestone, with AI-focused firms dominating, but notable exceptions in healthcare and crypto also emerging.
Venice AI, founded by Erik Voorhees, has secured $65 million in Series A funding, reaching a $1 billion valuation. The company focuses on privacy-preserving AI interactions, offering a proxy to obscure user data from AI models and plans to use the capital to expand infrastructure and customer base.
AgiLink, a Chinese start-up, reaches unicorn status in less than 150 days after completing four funding rounds.
Spain boasts around 450 AI startups. Multiverse Computing, a leader, aims for unicorn status with a €500M round. Cala AI, founded by a former Apple exec, focuses on external data for AI. Openchip seeks to lead Europe's microchip industry, and Biorce uses AI to streamline clinical trials.
Radar, a retail inventory management startup, has reached unicorn status after raising $170 million in its Series B funding round, valuing the company at over $1 billion. Backed by American Eagle CEO Jay Schottenstein, Radar uses RFID technology to improve in-store inventory accuracy and reduce theft for retailers like American Eagle and Gap.
