Backblaze secures 335 million dollar CoreWeave deal as object storage gains traction after 1 billion dollar funding rounds

Backblaze secures 335 million dollar CoreWeave deal as object storage gains traction after 1 billion dollar funding rounds
Backblaze signs 335M CoreWeave deal

Backblaze, Inc. has finalized a 335 million dollar agreement with CoreWeave, signaling a pivotal moment for object storage in artificial intelligence infrastructure. This development comes on the heels of recent 1 billion dollar funding rounds, underscoring how critical storage solutions have become for rapidly evolving AI-driven workflows.

The news emerged during the #Ai42026 conference, which positioned object storage as an essential component for next-generation AI operations. For those unable to attend, Backblaze is organizing a follow-up session with industry experts Presland and Doyle on August 13, providing further insights into the company’s strategy and current market trajectory.

Backblaze was recently chosen by Wynd Labs to manage daily AI data ingestion volumes of 2–3PB, citing zero delete fees and integration efficiency, according to a previous announcement. The company also concluded its Generative Media Hackathon today, where a $7,000 grand prize led the $10,000 total pool for top entrants, as reported in a separate release. These developments highlight Backblaze’s active partnerships and ongoing product engagement across the sector.

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