May 29, 2025:
Chalk Secures $50M to Lead in AI Inference - Chalk AI Inc. raised $50 million at a $500 million valuation to enhance its AI inference platform, improving real-time data delivery for AI models. The funding, led by Felicis with Triatomic Capital's participation, aims to expand Chalk's capabilities for accurate, real-time AI decisions, crucial for models such as chain-of-reasoning.
Chalk seeks to outperform data solutions like Databricks and Snowflake by offering faster data pipelines and supporting AI security and financial product innovation. The funds will also be used to expand Chalk's team and infrastructure in San Francisco and New York.