TechCrunch Startup News Multiverse Computing raises $215M for tech that could radically slim AI costs
Jun 17, 2025
A Spanish startup has made waves by raising $215 million in funding for its game-changing technology, CompactifAI. This innovative approach aims to dramatically reduce the costs and sizes of large language models. With the potential to democratize AI access, it promises to revolutionize how various industries utilize artificial intelligence. Exciting times ahead for tech enthusiasts!
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CompactifAI Slashes AI Model Costs
- Multiverse Computing's CompactifAI can reduce large language models by up to 95% without losing performance.
- Their slim models are 4x to 12x faster and cut inference costs by 50 to 80 percent on AWS.
Slim Models Run on Tiny Devices
- Some Multiverse slim models run on energy-efficient devices like PCs, phones, cars, drones, and Raspberry Pi.
- This potential could enable innovative applications with AI on everyday consumer electronics.
Tensor Networks Power Compression
- Multiverse's CTO Romain Arous pioneered tensor networks that compress deep learning models.
- These networks mimic quantum computers but run on normal hardware, enabling efficient compression.