Odyssey raises $310B for AI world simulation

Odyssey, an AI startup focused on building 'world models' that learn to predict and interact with the physical world over long horizons, has raised $310 million in Series B funding at a $1.45 billion valuation. The round was led by Natural Capital with participation from Amazon, AMD Ventures, GV, EQT, and In-Q-Tel. The company's technology aims to create systems that can simulate real-world scenarios, from physics-based simulations to complex social dynamics, enabling more accurate predictions for applications ranging from robotics to climate modeling. Odyssey also named AWS as its preferred cloud provider, marking the growing trend of compute partnerships becoming integral to AI financing stories. The funding reflects investor interest in foundational AI infrastructure that could potentially impact multiple industries, including autonomous systems, defense, gaming, and scientific simulation.