Efficient Computer, which uses dataflow architectures to develop faster and more energy-efficient chips, raised a $97M Series B at a $650M valuation (Stephen Nellis/Reuters)

Efficient Computer, a startup focused on dataflow architectures for faster, energy-efficient chips, secured a $97 million Series B round, valuing the company at $650 million. The funding underscores investor confidence in its technology that promises higher performance and lower power consumption for next-generation processors.