Investor Backing & Capital Strength:
SoftBank’s 2024 acquisition and subsequent 2026 equity issuances indicate robust financial support and active recapitalization. Parent materials group Graphcore with Arm and Ampere in a new AI Computing segment, signaling ongoing strategic backing.
Strong Hiring & Retention:
Plans to double UK headcount to around 750 and create 500 semiconductor roles in India, alongside active 2026 careers materials, point to sustained hiring momentum. A July 2026 update described approaching 1,000 employees and new development centers in Austin and Bengaluru, with expansion in Taiwan, Poland, and the UK.
Market Expansion:
The opening of an AI Engineering Campus in Bengaluru and stated priorities in Japan and the Middle East show a widening geographic footprint. Company communications position India as a central hub with up to £1bn of investment over the next decade.
