Reflection AI, founded by ex-DeepMind researchers, has secured a $2 billion funding round led by Nvidia, lifting its valuation to $8 billion. The startup focuses on AI tools that automate software development workflows. The round draws investments from prominent backers including Eric Schmidt, Lightspeed Venture Partners and Sequoia Capital. Global VC funding in Q3 2025 jumped 38 % year-on-year to $97 billion, nearly half of which went to AI firms