# Groq raises $350M to accelerate shift from AI chips to neocloud services

Groq, an AI hardware startup, has secured $350 million in new funding to support its strategic pivot from selling AI chips to operating a "neocloud" service. The company aims to offer cloud-based AI computing directly to customers. This move reflects a broader industry trend where chip makers are moving up the stack to capture more value.

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- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/17/groq-raises-350m-to-fuel-its-pivot-from-ai-chips-to-neocloud/) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:15:12 +0000