France funding

Brenus Pharma is a Lyon-based clinical-stage biotech startup focused on preventing cancer recurrence through innovative immunotherapy solutions. The company is developing a platform that engages the immune system to target hard-to-treat solid tumors, utilizing a novel dendritic cell-engager modality to convert cold tumors into responsive ones. This funding will help advance their next drug candidate and complete their Phase I program.

Mistral AI is a French artificial intelligence startup that focuses on developing open-model AI solutions. It aims to provide government and enterprise customers with direct control over their AI infrastructure, positioning itself as a leader in Europe's AI landscape. The company has rapidly gained prominence by supplying the French military and advocating for technological independence from U.S. technology.

Syntetica is a French start-up focused on recycling synthetic fibers, specifically nylon, from discarded clothing. The company aims to industrialize a patented process that can recycle both Nylon 6 and Nylon 6,6 in a single operation, addressing the challenges of existing nylon recycling technologies. This funding will support the development of their first commercial demonstration facility in France.

ENGO is a Grenoble-based startup developing smart, lightweight augmented reality glasses designed specifically for athletes. The glasses integrate a Micro-OLED display that projects performance data directly into the athlete's field of view, allowing them to focus on their performance without distraction. This funding round aims to enhance their R&D efforts and expand their market presence, particularly in the United States.

Mio is a Paris-based startup developing an AI colleague that integrates directly into Slack to assist teams with recurring tasks and information management. The company aims to enhance productivity by understanding company workflows and context, rather than functioning as a standalone chatbot.

En Carta Diagnostics is a Paris-based deeptech startup focused on developing home-based molecular diagnostic tools for Lyme disease and sexually transmitted infections. The company aims to provide results within 30 minutes, matching the precision of laboratory PCR tests, and has recently achieved FDA Breakthrough Device Designation.

Blify is an AI startup developing an AI-powered learning system aimed at transforming workplace learning. The company targets organizations looking to enhance employee engagement and productivity through innovative training methods integrated into everyday tools. This funding round highlights investor interest in AI solutions that improve workplace efficiency.

Aria is a Paris-based company focused on addressing Europe's late-payment crisis. They have raised €7 million to support their operations and have launched a €240 million debt facility to further tackle this issue in the market.

Gradium is a French voice AI startup that specializes in developing advanced voice recognition and processing technologies. The company has recently raised around $30 million in fresh funding, bringing its total seed round to over $100 million just seven months after its launch. This significant investment highlights the growing interest in voice AI solutions in various industries.

Skello is a French AI-powered HR management software company that helps businesses manage their workforce efficiently. The company aims to consolidate its leadership in France and expand across Europe, particularly focusing on hiring in AI. This funding round will support its growth and development plans.

Tsuga is an AI-native resilient observability platform designed to help enterprises manage telemetry and monitoring data within their own cloud environments. The platform can be deployed across major cloud infrastructures, ensuring that telemetry data never leaves customer control. Tsuga serves notable customers including Black Forest, Le Monde, Camunda, and Buk.

Linc is a payroll platform designed specifically for the 15,000 accounting and payroll firms that manage payroll for small businesses in France. The company aims to simplify the complex payroll landscape in France, which is known for its regulatory challenges. With a recent €8.5 million seed round, Linc is focused on expanding its customer base and increasing annual recurring revenue.

Kyber is a startup focused on developing low-latency infrastructure for remotely operated robots, drones, and AI-powered machines. The company aims to enable real-time control of remote devices, making it easier to operate them from anywhere in the world. Its technology is designed to synchronize video, audio, sensor data, and control inputs with minimal latency.

Comand AI is a French startup that develops an AI-native command-and-control platform for military applications. Their software helps military commanders process battlefield data and make faster decisions, significantly improving operational efficiency. The company has already deployed its platform with operational units in Ukraine, France, and Germany.

Rocapine is a Paris-based AI-native wellness venture studio that develops wellness apps designed to 'hold instead of hook'. The company aims to improve the lives of at least 40 million people in the next five years by creating apps that support users and deliver real value without engineering compulsion.

CardNexus is a platform dedicated to trading card games, providing a space for enthusiasts to buy, sell, and trade cards. The company aims to enhance the trading experience for gamers and collectors alike. This funding round will support their team expansion to better serve their growing user base.

Mendo is a Paris-based startup specializing in generative and agentic AI technologies. The company aims to expand its operations across Europe, leveraging its innovative AI solutions to cater to various industries.

Uncovr is a surgical AI startup that aims to transform surgical documentation using artificial intelligence. The company focuses on improving how healthcare providers analyze, document, code, and learn from surgical procedures, addressing significant discrepancies in data utilization within operating rooms.

Grapheal is a company focused on developing innovative sensors using graphene technology. Their current project involves creating sensors to detect PFAS, which are harmful chemicals found in various products. This funding will help advance their research and development efforts in this critical area.

Alta Ares is a French startup specializing in AI-powered counter-drone systems. The company focuses on developing ammunition equipped with AI to intercept and destroy drones, missiles, and glide bombs, targeting defense markets in Europe and the U.S. The recent €50 million funding round will help expand production amid rising demand for air defense systems.

AMI Labs is a Paris-headquartered startup focused on developing 'world models' that learn how physical reality behaves rather than predicting text. The company aims to create AI systems that understand the real world, hold persistent memory, and can reason and plan, distinguishing itself from traditional large language models.

Innovafeed is a company that specializes in producing sustainable insect-based ingredients for animal and plant nutrition. The company aims to address the growing demand for sustainable food sources by utilizing insects as a protein source. This funding round will help Innovafeed scale its operations and enhance its production capabilities.

NP Company is a Paris-based startup developing AI-native physics simulators that deliver engineering simulation results in seconds rather than days. Founded by researchers from Inria and Paris-Saclay University, the company aims to solve engineering simulation bottlenecks across industries like aerospace and automotive. The recent funding will help scale their development of physics simulation models powered by transformer technology.

Innovorder is a French scale-up focused on digitalizing the restaurant industry through AI technology. The company aims to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience in restaurants. This funding round will help accelerate their growth and innovation in the sector.

Upstream is a Paris-based software startup developing an AI-native email platform. The company aims to modernize the email experience by allowing human teams and AI agents to collaborate effectively within a single inbox environment.

AMI Lab is an AI startup focused on developing world models that enable systems to learn internal representations of physics, space, and causality. The company aims to create agents that can reason, plan, and act safely in real environments, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving AI landscape. This funding round is notable for its unprecedented scale at the seed stage, attracting significant investment from a diverse group of backers.

MokN is a cybersecurity company focused on combating credential theft. It provides solutions to businesses to protect their sensitive information from cyber threats. The recent funding round will help MokN enhance its technology and expand its market reach.

Olyzon is a Paris-based AI startup that specializes in helping brands define their target audience and generate media plans. Their AI agents work with major clients like McDonald's and DoorDash, aiming to optimize TV budget deployment globally.

Lucis is a French preventive health platform that focuses on improving health outcomes through proactive measures. The company targets consumers looking for innovative health solutions. This funding round will help Lucis expand its offerings and reach more users.

Alice & Bob is a quantum computing firm focused on developing hardware to make quantum computing less error-prone. The company targets industries that can benefit from advancements in quantum technology, such as drug discovery and financial modeling. Their participation in France's PROQCIMA programme highlights their role in advancing quantum computing capabilities in France.

Pivot is a Paris-based startup that builds an AI operating system for procurement, providing real-time visibility into committed spending and automating workflows related to purchasing, invoicing, payments, and reporting. The company aims to address the challenges of outdated procurement processes by offering a comprehensive platform that integrates with existing systems and enhances financial integrity.

Mantle8 is a French startup focused on developing technology to locate naturally occurring hydrogen reservoirs deep beneath the Earth's surface. The company aims to commercialize its natural hydrogen exploration platform, tapping into a cleaner source of hydrogen that has been largely unexplored. Founded in 2018, Mantle8's mission is to bridge the gap in the exploration history and data infrastructure for natural hydrogen.

Prelude is a Paris-based onboarding and trust infrastructure platform that helps companies verify and protect users throughout their lifecycle. The company combines telecom data, behavioral signals, and machine learning to improve conversion rates while reducing fraud, addressing the hidden costs associated with broken onboarding processes.

Dust is a Paris-based AI startup that provides business teams with a shared workspace where humans and AI agents can collaborate on projects. The company aims to transform enterprise AI by enabling true collaboration between agents and humans, addressing the limitations of existing AI solutions.