xAI Secures $10B+ at $200B Valuation Amid AI Funding Frenzy

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup, xAI, has secured new funding, boosting its valuation to $200 billion and positioning it among the world's most valuable startups. According to an individual familiar with the transaction, the funding round generated over $10 billion for the company. Bloomberg.com reported this development on September 19, 2025, citing a single, anonymous source who requested to remain unidentified to discuss private business matters. This source identified several significant investors, including Valor Capital and the Qatar Investment Authority. Prince Al Waleed bin Talal also participated in the funding round through his entity, Kingdom Holding Co. All information concerning the total amount raised, the new valuation, and the confirmed investors is derived from this individual's account. The substantial capital infusion and high valuation highlight the considerable investor enthusiasm for the artificial intelligence sector and ventures spearheaded by Elon Musk.