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AI makes weather prediction better. Can WindBorne make it lucrative?
WindBorne Systems has raised $37 million Series B round to scale its weather balloons and AI forecasts.
TL;DR
- AI and deep learning techniques are improving weather simulations, making them more accessible.
- WindBorne Systems raised $37 million in Series B funding to enhance its weather forecasting capabilities.
- The company uses long-flying weather balloons to collect novel data, complementing AI forecasting models.
- WindBorne's data set, described as a 'planetary nervous system,' enhances forecast accuracy compared to satellites.
- Current customers include government agencies like the U.S. National Weather Service, Air Force, and Navy.
- Future plans involve expanding into the commercial sector, targeting investment funds and other businesses.
- AI is seen as a key factor in making weather data integration easier and more valuable for commercial decision-making.