The UK government’s investment arm backed autonomous driving startup Wayve as part of a $1.5 billion funding round, valuing the company at about $8.6 billion.
Strategic investors supporting the company include:
- Microsoft
- Nvidia
- SoftBank
- Uber
- Mercedes-Benz
- Nissan
The company focuses on AI-driven robotaxi and autonomous driving software.
Investor insight
Governments are increasingly co-investing in autonomy startups, treating them as strategic national technologies rather than purely commercial ventures.
