Applied AI Lab depthfirst Raises $80M in Series B

The AI research company plans to expand its work in natural language processing and computer vision.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:29pm by Ben Kaplan

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Applied AI Lab depthfirst, a leading artificial intelligence research company, has announced that it has raised $80 million in a Series B funding round. The funding will be used to expand the company's work in natural language processing, computer vision, and other advanced AI technologies.

Why it matters

As AI continues to advance and become more integrated into our daily lives, companies like depthfirst that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible with the technology are playing a crucial role in shaping the future. This investment will allow depthfirst to accelerate its research and development, potentially leading to breakthroughs that could have far-reaching impacts.

The details

The Series B round was led by a consortium of venture capital firms, including Acme Capital, Sigma Partners, and Tidal Ventures. The funding will be used to grow depthfirst's team of AI researchers and engineers, as well as to expand the company's research facilities and computing infrastructure.

  • The funding round was announced on March 31, 2026.

The players

Applied AI Lab depthfirst

A leading artificial intelligence research company focused on developing advanced natural language processing and computer vision technologies.

Acme Capital

A venture capital firm that led the Series B funding round for depthfirst.

Sigma Partners

A venture capital firm that participated in the Series B funding round for depthfirst.

Tidal Ventures

A venture capital firm that participated in the Series B funding round for depthfirst.

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What they’re saying

“This investment will allow us to accelerate our research and development efforts, enabling us to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI.”

— Dr. Emily Chen, CEO, Applied AI Lab depthfirst

What’s next

The company plans to use the funding to expand its team and research facilities, with the goal of making further advancements in natural language processing and computer vision.

The takeaway

The Series B funding for Applied AI Lab depthfirst underscores the growing importance of AI research and development, as companies and investors seek to capitalize on the potential of this transformative technology.