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Cerebras Systems (CBRS) holders tied to Eclipse disclose 6.1% stake

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SCHEDULE 13D

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Cerebras Systems, Inc. investors linked to Eclipse Ventures have filed a Schedule 13D reporting a significant ownership stake in the company’s dual-class structure. The group, including several Eclipse funds and managing member Lior Susan, collectively reports beneficial ownership of 13,466,197 shares of Class B common stock, representing 6.1% of Cerebras’ total common stock.

These Class B shares are convertible one-for-one into Class A common stock and carry twenty votes per share, compared with one vote for Class A. The filing notes that Eclipse entities acquired their position through multiple preferred and common stock financings from 2016 to 2022, which converted into Class B shares at the closing of Cerebras’ initial public offering.

The investors state they hold the shares for general investment purposes but may increase or decrease their position over time depending on market conditions and company developments. They are party to an Investors Rights Agreement providing registration rights and have agreed to 180-day lock-up arrangements following the IPO underwriting agreement.

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Eclipse-affiliated funds disclose a 6.1% economic stake with high-vote Class B shares in Cerebras.

The filing shows Eclipse Ventures funds and related entities holding 13,466,197 shares of Class B common stock in Cerebras Systems, equal to 6.1% of total common stock across both classes. These Class B shares are convertible into Class A on a one-for-one basis but carry twenty votes per share versus one vote for Class A.

This structure gives the group meaningful governance influence relative to its economic stake. The position arose from earlier preferred and common stock investments between 2016 and 2022, which converted into Class B at the IPO closing. The investors describe a typical venture-capital stance: they may add or reduce holdings over time and hold registration rights plus 180-day lock-up commitments around the offering.

Lior Susan beneficial ownership 13,466,197 shares Class B common stock; 6.1% of common stock outstanding
Total common shares outstanding 219,610,345 shares Common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026
Class A shares outstanding 34,500,000 shares Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026
Class B shares outstanding 185,304,949 shares Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026
Eclipse SPV II Series E investment $120.0 million 6,548,466 Series E preferred shares at $18.3249 per share in November 2019
Eclipse SPV XIII Class B purchase $10.0 million 599,880 Class B shares at $16.7525 per share in August 2022
Eclipse I early Series A round $3.76 million 4,419,405 Series A preferred shares at $0.85 per share in May 2016
Eclipse Continuity Series D round $5.0 million 309,678 Series D preferred shares at $16.1458 per share in November 2018
Class B common stock financial
"Represents 5,517,493 shares of Class B common stock which are convertible at any time"
A class B common stock is one of multiple types of a company’s ordinary shares that carries specific rights—often different voting power or dividend priority—compared with other classes. For investors it matters because those differences affect how much influence you have over company decisions, the income you might receive, and how freely the shares trade; think of it like owning a car with different keys: some keys let you start the engine and open the trunk, others only unlock the door.
beneficial ownership financial
"Each Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of all securities reported in this Statement"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
Investors Rights Agreement financial
"entered into the Amended and Restated Investors Rights Agreement, dated January 28, 2026"
Registration Statement on Form S-1 regulatory
"described more fully in the Issuer's Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-295145)"
A registration statement on Form S-1 is a detailed filing a company submits to the U.S. securities regulator to register new shares for public sale; it includes a plain-language prospectus, financial statements, business description and risk factors. For investors it matters because it provides the official, comprehensive blueprint of the offering — like an owner’s manual — allowing buyers to assess risks, inspect financial health and compare valuation before deciding to invest.
lock-up agreements financial
"entered into lock-up agreements, pursuant to which the Reporting Persons have agreed"
A lock-up agreement is a contract that prevents company insiders—founders, employees, and early investors—from selling their shares for a set period after a public stock offering. It matters to investors because it keeps a large block of shares off the market temporarily; when the lock-up ends, those holders can sell and this increased supply can cause the stock price to fall, similar to a timed release that suddenly opens a valve.
Schedule 13D regulatory
"If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition"
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.





US15675D1037

(CUSIP Number)
Lior Susan, Managing Member
Eclipse Ventures, 541 High Street, Suite 4
Palo Alto, CA, 94301
(650) 720-4667

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
05/15/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Represents 800,358 shares of Class B common stock (the Class B common stock) which are convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock (as defined in Item 1(a)) on a one-for-one basis. All shares are held by Eclipse Continuity I (as defined in Item 2(a)). Eclipse Continuity GP (as defined in Item 2(a)) is the general partner of Eclipse Continuity I and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse Continuity I. Mr. Susan (as defined in Item 2(a)), a member of the Issuer's Board (as defined in Item 2(a)), is the sole managing member of Eclipse Continuity GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to these securities. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Issuer's (as defined in Item 1(a) below) initial public offering of its Class A common stock (the Offering), as reported by the Issuer in its prospectus filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the Commission) on May 14, 2026 (the Prospectus), which includes the full exercise of the underwriters' option to purchase 4,500,000 additional shares of Class A common stock (the Underwriters' Option), plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Represents 800,358 shares of Class B common stock which are convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis. All shares are held by Eclipse Continuity I. Eclipse Continuity GP is the general partner of Eclipse Continuity I and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse Continuity I. Mr. Susan, a member of the Issuer's Board, is the sole managing member of Eclipse Continuity GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to these securities. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Offering, as reported in the Prospectus, which includes the full exercise of the Underwriters' Option, plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Represents 5,517,493 shares of Class B common stock which are convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis. All shares are held by Eclipse I (as defined in Item 2(a)). Eclipse I GP (as defined in Item 2(a)) is the general partner of Eclipse I and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse I. Mr. Susan, a member of the Issuer's Board, is the sole managing member of Eclipse I GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to these securities. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Offering, as reported in the Prospectus, which includes the full exercise of the Underwriters' Option, plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Represents 5,517,493 shares of Class B common stock which are convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis. All shares are held by Eclipse I. Eclipse I GP is the general partner of Eclipse I and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse I. Mr. Susan, a member of the Issuer's Board, is the sole managing member of Eclipse I GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to these securities. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Offering, as reported in the Prospectus, which includes the full exercise of the Underwriters' Option, plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Represents 6,548,466 shares of Class B common stock which are convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis. All shares are held by Eclipse SPV II (as defined in Item 2(a)). Eclipse SPV II GP (as defined in Item 2(a)) is the general partner of Eclipse SPV II and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse SPV II. Mr. Susan, a member of the Issuer's Board, is the sole managing member of Eclipse SPV II GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to these securities. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Offering, as reported in the Prospectus, which includes the full exercise of the Underwriters' Option, plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Represents 6,548,466 shares of Class B common stock which are convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis. All shares are held by Eclipse SPV II. Eclipse SPV II GP is the general partner of Eclipse SPV II and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse SPV II. Mr. Susan, a member of the Issuer's Board, is the sole managing member of Eclipse SPV II GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to these securities. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Offering, as reported in the Prospectus, which includes the full exercise of the Underwriters' Option, plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Represents 599,880 shares of Class B common stock which are convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis. All shares are held by Eclipse SPV XIII (as defined in Item 2(a)). Eclipse SPV XIII GP (as defined in Item 2(a)) is the general partner of Eclipse SPV XIII and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse SPV XIII. Mr. Susan, a member of the Issuer's Board, is the sole managing member of Eclipse SPV XIII GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to these securities. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Offering, as reported in the Prospectus, which includes the full exercise of the Underwriters' Option, plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Represents 599,880 shares of Class B common stock which are convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis. All shares are held by Eclipse SPV XIII. Eclipse SPV XIII GP is the general partner of Eclipse SPV XIII and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse SPV XIII. Mr. Susan, a member of the Issuer's Board, is the sole managing member of Eclipse SPV XIII GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to these securities. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Offering, as reported in the Prospectus, which includes the full exercise of the Underwriters' Option, plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Consists of (i) 800,358 shares of Class B common stock held by Eclipse Continuity I, (ii) 5,517,493 shares of Class B common stock held by Eclipse I, (iii) 6,548,466 shares of Class B common stock held by Eclipse SPV II, and (iv) 599,880 shares of Class B common stock held by Eclipse SPV XIII. The Class B common stock is convertible at any time at the option of the holder into shares of Class A common stock on a one-for-one basis. Eclipse Continuity GP is the general partner of Eclipse Continuity I and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse Continuity I. Eclipse I GP is the general partner of Eclipse I and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse I. Eclipse SPV II GP is the general partner of Eclipse SPV II and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse SPV II. Eclipse SPV XIII GP is the general partner of Eclipse SPV XIII and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power over the shares held by Eclipse SPV XIII. Mr. Susan, a member of the Issuer's Board, is the sole managing member of each of Eclipse Continuity GP, Eclipse I GP, Eclipse SPV II GP, and Eclipse SPV XIII GP and may be deemed to have voting and dispositive power with respect to the shares held by each of Eclipse Continuity I, Eclipse I, Eclipse SPV II, and Eclipse SPV XIII. Based on 219,610,345 shares of common stock outstanding, consisting of (i) 34,500,000 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, following the closing of the Offering, as reported in the Prospectus, which includes the full exercise of the Underwriters' Option, plus (ii) 185,304,949 shares of Class B common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Prospectus. The shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock have the same rights, privileges, preferences, and powers, rank equally (including as to dividends and distributions, and upon any liquidation, dissolution, distribution of assets, or winding up of the Issuer), share ratably and are identical in all respects and as to all matters, except that the holders of shares of Class A common stock are entitled to one vote per share of Class A common stock and the holders of Class B common stock are entitled to twenty votes per share of Class B common stock.


SCHEDULE 13D


Eclipse Continuity GP I, LLC
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan, Managing Member
Date:05/22/2026
Eclipse Continuity Fund I, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan, Managing Member
Date:05/22/2026
Eclipse Ventures GP I, LLC
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan, Managing Member
Date:05/22/2026
Eclipse Ventures Fund I, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan, Managing Member
Date:05/22/2026
Eclipse SPV II GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan, Managing Member
Date:05/22/2026
Eclipse SPV II, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan, Managing Member
Date:05/22/2026
Eclipse SPV XIII GP, LLC
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan, Managing Member
Date:05/22/2026
Eclipse SPV XIII, L.P.
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan, Managing Member
Date:05/22/2026
Lior Susan
Signature:/s/ Lior Susan
Name/Title:Lior Susan
Date:05/22/2026

FAQ

What ownership stake in Cerebras Systems (CBRS) does Eclipse report in this Schedule 13D?

Eclipse-affiliated investors report beneficial ownership of 13,466,197 shares of Cerebras Class B common stock, representing 6.1% of the company’s total common stock. This stake reflects earlier preferred and common stock investments that converted into Class B shares at the initial public offering’s closing.

How many Cerebras Systems (CBRS) shares are outstanding according to the Schedule 13D?

The filing cites 219,610,345 shares of Cerebras common stock outstanding as of May 15, 2026. This includes 34,500,000 Class A shares and 185,304,949 Class B shares, based on figures reported in the company’s IPO prospectus following the underwriters’ full exercise of their option.

What voting rights difference between Class A and Class B shares does the Cerebras (CBRS) filing highlight?

Cerebras Class A and Class B shares have identical economic rights but different voting power. Class A holders receive one vote per share, while Class B holders receive twenty votes per share. This gives Class B shareholders, including Eclipse entities, significantly greater influence over shareholder decisions relative to their economic stake.

What prices did Eclipse entities pay for major Cerebras (CBRS) investments before the IPO?

Eclipse SPV II purchased 6,548,466 shares of Series E preferred stock at $18.3249 per share for about $120.0 million. Eclipse SPV XIII bought 599,880 Class B common shares at $16.7525 per share for about $10.0 million. Several smaller preferred rounds occurred between 2016 and 2021 at lower prices.

How do Eclipse investors describe their intentions toward their Cerebras Systems (CBRS) stake?

The investors state they hold Cerebras securities for general investment purposes. Depending on market conditions, company performance, and other factors, they may acquire additional Class A shares or other securities, or sell part of their holdings, including through open-market trades, private deals, or 10b5-1 trading plans.

What lock-up and registration rights are disclosed for Eclipse’s Cerebras (CBRS) holdings?

The filing notes an Amended and Restated Investors Rights Agreement giving Eclipse registration rights, including demand and piggyback rights. In connection with the offering, Eclipse entities also signed 180-day lock-up agreements restricting sales or transfers of their Cerebras securities after the IPO underwriting agreement date.