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Atlanta-based Tractian, which uses AI and sensors to predict machine failures and recommend maintenance, raised a $130M Series D at a $1.4B valuation (Rocket Drew/The Information)

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Tractian, a physical AI startup, has secured a significant $130 million investment in a Series D round, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, led by Sapphire Ventures.

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It has been in operation for 7 years.: It has been in operation for 7 years.
The funding round was led by Sapphire Ventures.: The funding round was led by Sapphire Ventures.

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Rocket Drew / The Information : Atlanta-based Tractian, which uses AI and sensors to predict machine failures and recommend maintenance, raised a $130M Series D at a $1.4B valuation   —  Tractian, a 7-year-old physical AI startup based in Atlanta, Georgia, has raised $130 million at a valuation of $1.4 billion in a Series D funding round led by Sapphire Ventures.

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Atlanta-based Tractian, which uses AI and sensors to predict machine failures and recommend maintenance, raised a $130M Series D at a $1.4B valuation (Rocket Drew/The Information)

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