Cohere (Cohere) Acquires Aleph Alpha in $600M Expansion Deal

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Cohere, a Canadian AI lab, announced its plan to acquire German AI company Aleph Alpha, aiming for a significant expansion in Europe. As part of the deal, Schwarz Group will invest $600 million in Cohere's upcoming Series E round, expected to close in 2026. The financial terms of the acquisition remain undisclosed, and it is subject to regulatory approval. This move is intended to enhance Cohere's offerings in AI for regulated sectors such as finance, defense, and healthcare, leveraging Aleph Alpha's established relationships in the German public sector.