Databricks will acquire database startup Neon for approximately $1 billion, aiming to enhance its appeal to businesses developing artificial intelligence agents. The acquisition addresses challenges in connecting necessary data for AI applications, particularly as more AI agents take on coding and task execution roles.

Databricks has announced a funding round that values the company at over $100 billion, making it one of only four private companies to reach this milestone. The CEO indicated that the funding, expected to exceed $1 billion, will be used to enhance products related to artificial intelligence, as the company anticipates $3.7 billion in annualized revenue with significant growth.