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Thrive Capital

Thrive Capital is a New York-based investment firm founded in 2009 by Josh Kushner, managing over $15 billion in assets focused on internet, software, and AI companies. Thrive has emerged as one of the most influential AI investors, leading mega-rounds for OpenAI, Perplexity, and Databricks — three of the most consequential AI companies in the world. The firm is known for its concentrated portfolio strategy, deep product understanding, and ability to win competitive deals for the most sought-after companies. Thrive also backs companies across fintech, healthcare, and consumer internet, with notable investments including Oscar Health, Spotify, and Instagram.

VC
AI Deals
16
Portfolio Companies
12
Lead Rounds
10
Website
Investment Activity
Helion
Undisclosed
Lead
Jun 5, 2026
$465M
Ramp
Undisclosed
Jun 5, 2026
$750M
Socket
Undisclosed
Lead
May 21, 2026
$60M
Nourish
Undisclosed
May 20, 2026
$100M
Anduril Industries
Undisclosed
Lead
May 13, 2026
$5.0B
Rogo
Undisclosed
Apr 29, 2026
$160M
OpenAI
Undisclosed
Mar 25, 2026
$10.0B
Perplexity
Series C
Lead
Feb 5, 2026
$500M
OpenAI
Series E
Lead
Jan 20, 2026
$6.6B
Cursor
Series B
Lead
Jan 15, 2026
$900M
Databricks
Series J
Lead
Dec 10, 2025
$10.0B
Wiz
Series E
Jul 15, 2025
$1.0B
Isomorphic Labs
Series A
Lead
Mar 31, 2025
$600M
Databricks
Series I
Lead
Dec 20, 2024
$500M
OpenAI
Series D
Lead
Oct 2, 2024
$6.6B
OpenAI
Series C Extension
Apr 15, 2023
$300M
Frequently Asked Questions
How many AI deals has Thrive Capital made?
Thrive Capital has participated in 16 AI funding rounds tracked in our database, leading 10 of them.
What AI companies has Thrive Capital invested in?
Thrive Capital's AI portfolio includes Helion, Ramp, Socket, Nourish, Anduril Industries, and 7 more.
What AI sectors does Thrive Capital focus on?
Thrive Capital invests across AI sectors including Deep Tech, AI Fintech, Enterprise AI, AI Healthcare, and 6 more.
What type of investor is Thrive Capital?
Thrive Capital is classified as a vc investor. Thrive Capital is a New York-based investment firm founded in 2009 by Josh Kushner, managing over $15 billion in assets focused on internet, software, and AI companies. Thrive has emerged as one of the most influential AI investors, leading mega-rounds for OpenAI, Perplexity, and Databricks — three of the most consequential AI companies in the world. The firm is known for its concentrated portfolio strategy, deep product understanding, and ability to win competitive deals for the most sought-after companies. Thrive also backs companies across fintech, healthcare, and consumer internet, with notable investments including Oscar Health, Spotify, and Instagram.