# Runway Raises $315M for AI World Models

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Podcast: [No Priors AI](https://stenobird.com/podcast/no-priors-ai)
Published: 2026-02-11T18:08:38+00:00
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In this episode, we discuss Runway's recent $315 million Series E funding round, which has boosted their valuation to $5.3 billion. We also explore their focus on 'world models' for advanced AI video generation and the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding deepfakes. Chapters 03:24 Understanding AI World Models 05:41 Runway's Technology & Edge 10:22 Deepfake Regulations & Ethics 13:40 Competition & Future Outlook Links Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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