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Mercor to Acquire Deeptune, Strengthening Reinforcement Learning Environments for AI Agents
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Mercor to Acquire Deeptune, Strengthening Reinforcement Learning Environments for AI Agents

Mercor will acquire Deeptune, the New York-based creator of high-fidelity reinforcement learning environments for AI agents. Deeptune’s team, led by founder & CEO Tim Lupo, will join Mercor in NYC. The deal follows Deeptune’s...

Jul 9, 2026
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Handshake Acquires Cleanlab to Strengthen AI Data Quality Capabilities, Accelerating Its Shift From Recruiting Platform to AI Infrastructure Provider

Handshake, the AI data-labeling startup best known for its origins as a college recruiting platform, has acquired data auditing company Cleanlab in a talent-focused deal aimed at strengthening its research and data quality capabilities, the

Jan 28, 2026
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Mercor Raises $350 Million Series C, Hits $10 Billion Valuation Amid AI Workforce Boom

In a major recent development, Mercor has announced a USD 350 million Series C round, led by Felicis with participation from Benchmark, General Catalyst and Robinhood Ventures—bringing the company’s valuation to approximately USD 10 billion

Oct 27, 2025
Venture Capital

AI-Driven Hiring Platform Mercor Secures $100M Series B, Reaching $2B Valuation Amid Rapid Growth

Mercor , an AI-driven recruiting startup founded by three 21-year-old Thiel Fellows, has raised $100 million in a Series B funding round, valuing the company at $2 billion. Led by Felicis, with participation from Benchmark, General Catalyst

Feb 20, 2025
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San Francisco-based Mercor Secures $30M Series A to Transform Global Recruitment with AI

Mercor , an AI-driven hiring platform, raised $30 million in Series A funding at a $250 million valuation. The round was led by Benchmark's Victor Lazarte and Bill Gurley, with participation from notable investors like Peter Thiel, Jack Dor

Sep 19, 2024
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Mercor Secures $3.6M in Funding, Unveils AI-Powered Talent Matching Platform

In a remarkable leap forward in the recruitment technology sector, Mercor has announced a significant milestone, securing $3.6 million in funding. The round, led by General Catalyst, saw participation from notable investors including Scott

Jan 15, 2024
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