Blackstone's Jas Khaira Discusses $600M Investment in Neysa at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Jas Khaira, Global Head of Blackstone, announced a $600 million primary equity investment in Neysa, an Indian AI infrastructure company, during TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Neysa also plans to secure an additional $600 million in debt financing to enhance its capabilities. Khaira emphasized that 'the right capital can fund the infrastructure, talent, and expansion needed to compete' in the AI sector.

At the same event, a joint venture worth $1.5 billion was revealed for Anthropic's Ode, highlighting the growing financial commitments in AI. TechCrunch Disrupt, taking place from October 13–15, 2026, at Moscone West, is expected to attract over 10,000 attendees, feature more than 250 speakers, and showcase over 300 startups. This follows Blackstone's ongoing strategy to invest heavily in AI infrastructure, reinforcing its commitment to building the next generation of AI giants.