AI infrastructure outside US attracts private capital
Summary
Private capital investment in AI infrastructure outside the US surged sharply in the first half of 2026. GPCA data shows AI investment in its markets reached $14.8bn, far above the full-year 2025 total. Digital infrastructure funding also rose, led by DayOne Data Centers’ $4.5bn Series C round. The article also highlights large financings for Liquid Intelligent Technologies as demand for basic digital services grows across emerging markets.
Funding
Amount
$4.5B
Total raised
Date
June 1, 2026
Announcement date
Investors
Coatue Management, Liquid Telecom, Hillhouse Capital Group
Lead investors
Company
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Funded company
AskAI Classifications
Sectors
No sectors detected
Functions
Security
Developer and IT Infrastructure
General Security Software
Linked Companies
Liquid Intelligent Technologies
$500M to $1B