Cohere Signs Definitive Combination Agreement with Aleph Alpha

Cohere and Aleph Alpha signed a definitive agreement to merge, forming a transatlantic AI company with dual headquarters in Berlin and Toronto. The combined firm will focus on sovereign AI solutions for governments and regulated industries, expanding to over 1,000 employees and maintaining research centers in Germany and Canada. Leadership roles include Ilhan Scheer as COO and Samuel Weinbach as Chief Research Officer, effective upon deal close expected later in 2026.