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Scale AI, founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a leading provider of data engine platforms for generative artificial intelligence (AI). The company offers a range of services, including fine-tuning, prompt engineering, security, model safety, model evaluation, and enterprise applications. Scale AI caters to various industries, such as retail, e-commerce, and logistics.

Scale AI has gained significant investor attention recently due to a series of high-profile funding rounds and strategic partnerships that position it as a potential IPO candidate. In May 2024, Scale AI raised $1 billion in a funding round led by Accel, with participation from Amazon, Nvidia, and Meta, bringing the company’s valuation to nearly $14 billion. This massive investment underscores the demand for data-centric AI solutions and strengthens the likelihood of an IPO in the near future. Given its partnerships with key government agencies, including the Pentagon, and major AI companies like Microsoft and OpenAI, Scale AI has built a robust platform that investors see as foundational to the growth of artificial intelligence.
Scale AI Stock Price & Valuation
While Scale AI remains a privately held company, interest in its stock price and share valuation is high as the company continues to grow. Currently, the share price of Scale AI is inaccessible to public investors, but private markets may offer opportunities to accredited investors at share prices reflecting the company’s most recent valuation of $14 billion. On Linqto, you can view Scale AI's share price (sign in required).
Scale AI IPO Date
Scale AI has yet to announce an official IPO date, but recent funding and market interest suggest that it may be on the horizon. Industry analysts are watching closely as Scale AI’s valuation climbs and as its partnerships with government and tech industry giants continue to solidify. The absence of a set IPO date hasn’t dampened interest; in fact, speculation around its timeline has only grown as the company has attracted backing from top-tier investors who typically support IPO-ready companies.
How to Invest in Scale AI Pre-IPO
 Currently, accredited investors interested in pre-IPO investments in Scale AI have options through private equity markets and secondary platforms. Linqto, for instance, offers accredited investors access to pre-IPO opportunities, including Scale AI. It’s important to remember that pre-IPO investments carry unique risks due to limited liquidity and market access, so thorough research and consideration are recommended.

How to invest in Scale AI

While Scale AI's IPO prospects remain uncertain, investors eager to gain exposure to promising AI companies don't have to wait. At Linqto, we offer members access to interests in pre-IPO private companies, including potential leaders in the AI and machine learning sectors. Our platform allows you to diversify your portfolio with lower minimum investments in emerging tech innovators, potentially benefiting from their growth before they go public.

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