Andreessen Horowitz is leading a $300 million funding round for Abridge AI, a startup specializing in AI-powered transcription of doctor-patient conversations. The investment values Abridge at $5.3 billion, nearly doubling its valuation from $2.75 billion in February when it raised $250 million. Khosla Ventures is also backing the company in this latest round. The surge in valuation reflects renewed venture capital interest in health technology startups that incorporate artificial intelligence. This funding round is part of a broader trend of active investment in AI and healthtech sectors, with Andreessen Horowitz playing a prominent role. Meanwhile, other regions such as Korea, Israel, Japan, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia continue to see notable investor activity in their startup ecosystems, particularly in AI and SaaS companies. Additionally, U.S. venture capital firms are increasingly focusing on China's biotech innovation sector.