AI startup Humans& has secured $480 million in a seed financing round, pushing its valuation to $4.48 billion. Founded by former researchers from OpenAI, Alphabet, and xAI, the company aims to develop human-centric AI tools to enhance communication and collaboration. CEO Eric Zelikman mentioned that the upcoming product will enable better coordination among users and artificial intelligence, focusing on augmenting human capabilities. The funding round, led by Ron Conway's SV Angel and co-founder Georges Harik, attracted participation from notable investors, including Nvidia, Jeff Bezos, and Alphabet's venture capital arm, GV. Nvidia's involvement is significant given the surge in demand for its AI chips, which are critical for many AI ventures. The founding team includes seasoned professionals with experience from major tech companies, which adds credibility to Humans& as it enters a competitive market.