AI startups attract $310 billion in 2025 funding led by U.S. firms

AI-focused companies captured 51% of total global venture funding in 2025, amounting to $310 billion, according to CB Insights. The U.S. accounted for 85% of capital deployed and 53% of deals, led by humanoid robotics, foundation model, and AI infrastructure startups. Europe contributed 10%, while Asia’s participation remained steady. Analysts said concentrated funding underscores investor conviction in AI’s commercial scalability across enterprise and consumer markets. The report positions AI as 2025’s most capitalized global innovation segment.