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Applied Intuition is an autonomous vehicle software company that builds critical infrastructure for the safe development, testing, and deployment of self-driving systems. Its suite includes a comprehensive Vehicle OS, autonomy stacks, and simulation tools that enable scalable, real-world performance. Applied Intuition provides the full software toolchain, allowing automakers and developers to create advanced, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

Applied Intuition has closed a $600 million Series F and tender offer, pushing its valuation up to $15 billion. The round was co-led by BlackRock-managed funds and Kleiner Perkins and included new investments from the Qatar Investment Authority, Abu Dhabi Investment Council, Greycroft, and others. Existing investors General Catalyst, Lux, Elad Gil, and Mary Meeker’s growth fund Bond also participated.

Applied Intuition, headquartered in Mountain View, California, United States, was founded in 2017 by Peter Ludwig and Qasar Younis. In 2020, the company joined the unicorn club. Applied Intuition operates across commercial automotive, defense, and aerospace markets, providing software infrastructure for developing and deploying autonomous systems at scale.