2025 Sees 36 New Tech Unicorns as AI and Beyond Drive Valuations
2025 has been a landmark year for tech startups, with at least 36 new unicorns—companies valued at over $1 billion—emerging across various industries. While AI continues to dominate investor interest, sectors like satellite technology, blockchain, and health tech are also making waves.
“AI is igniting an investor frenzy, but innovation isn’t limited to just one sector,” notes a recent analysis. Startups like Loft Orbital (satellite space) and Kalshi (blockchain trading) highlight the diversity of this year’s unicorn cohort.
Notable entries include:
- Thinking Machines ($10B): An AI research firm founded by an OpenAI alum, securing a $2B seed round.
- Gecko ($1.62B): Robotics company specializing in versatile data-gathering machines.
- Function ($2.5B): Health tech startup revolutionizing patient care with AI-driven solutions.
The surge in unicorns reflects record-breaking funding rounds, with companies like Celestial AI and Peregrine achieving multi-billion-dollar valuations. Investors such as Sequoia, a16z, and General Catalyst are doubling down on high-potential startups.
This trend underscores the expanding frontiers of technology, where AI is no longer the sole focus. From robotics to telehealth, 2025’s unicorns prove that innovation is thriving across the board.
