Funding News

The Luxury Lab is a San Francisco-based founder aiming to integrate AI into the luxury jewelry market. The company has secured $25 million in funding to explore this intersection.

Warp Sciences is a new startup founded by ex-OpenAI and Meta AI leaders that uses AI and robotics to accelerate drug discovery. The company is building a next-generation preclinical contract research organization (CRO) to make and test molecules for biotech and pharma firms. This $215 million Series A funding will help them advance their mission to impact the physical sciences.

Mural is a fintech infrastructure startup building accounts, payments, and compliance tools for other fintechs and platforms. Founded by former Palantir engineers, the company aims to provide a compliant system of record that enables businesses to move, store, and grow money for their customers. This Series A funding will be used to build out infrastructure, hire talent, expand licensing and compliance, and enter new markets.

Coast is a financial platform designed for the physical economy, serving industries like construction, transportation, and utilities. They offer a fuel card, corporate cards, expense management, and bill pay, integrating with existing workflows. This $35 million funding round will expand their platform into a broader financial operating system, investing in AI-powered expense automation and new payment products.

FORT Robotics provides safety technology for autonomous machines and robotics systems, acting as a Trust Layer for Physical AI. The company aims to help autonomous machines operate reliably and securely in environments with people and other equipment. This funding will support workforce expansion, operational capacity strengthening, and growing customer demand across various industries adopting robotics.

Formic is scaling physical AI across American manufacturing. The company aims to integrate AI into the physical world of manufacturing, likely focusing on automation, robotics, or process optimization. This funding will support their expansion and development efforts in this sector.

RhymeQ is a quantum computing software startup developing an abstraction layer to make quantum computing accessible to developers with basic Python knowledge. The company aims to simplify the creation and debugging of quantum applications, addressing a key challenge in the industry. This pre-seed funding will support engineering team expansion and platform development.

Qualitate is an AI startup based in New York City. The company has raised $25 million in funding. This capital will be used to nearly triple its local workforce by the end of 2027.

Brellium is a startup that uses AI to audit medical records for errors before they are billed, specifically for ABA practices. Their new product, CortexLM, acts as a chart-auditing system that identifies potential gaps in care and documentation, proposing fixes to reduce disputes and ensure compliance. This funding round aims to enhance their AI capabilities and expand their market reach.

Whop is a California-based technology firm that provides a platform for individuals to access sustainable income opportunities. The company's platform aims to make payments and advertising markets more efficient, serving business operators from startups to first-time founders. This Series D funding will support international expansion and R&D efforts.

Vatar, the company behind the virtual game Lagos Life, is seeking $2.5 million in pre-seed funding. The game has attracted 10 million players, and the company is targeting a $15 million valuation for this round, following a $500,000 angel round.

DeepSeek is an AI company that has secured a significant funding round. The company plans to use the $15 billion to fuel its AI growth initiatives and prepare for an initial public offering (IPO).

Mave is an Israeli AI cybersecurity startup founded in 2025 by former Unit 8200 officers. The company has raised $34 million to develop an AI platform that automates the investigation of cyber threats across existing enterprise systems, helping businesses respond to attacks more quickly. The funding will support research, global expansion, and workforce growth.

Roxberry is a Columbus, Ohio-based beverage startup that offers lower-sugar sodas made from real fruit and vegetable ingredients, with no artificial flavors, sweeteners, or dyes. The company has raised $4 million in seed funding to support broader retail distribution and expansion into new chains. This round is notable for its rapid early distribution, reflecting investor appetite for better-for-you beverage brands with quick shelf traction.

INVE is a Saudi-based technology company providing personalized invitations and event-management tools for consumers and businesses. Their platform helps hosts manage guest information, personalize invitations, and track RSVPs, aiming to become the infrastructure for hosting events across the Gulf. This pre-seed funding will support the development and scaling of their consumer and business platforms.

Ultra Security is an AI security startup based in Birmingham. The company has successfully raised $10 million in a seed funding round. This funding will likely be used to further develop its AI-driven security solutions and expand its market reach.

Optivolt develops solar power electronics and intelligent panel technology, integrating power management, monitoring, and safety directly into solar panels. Their solutions aim to turn passive solar hardware into adaptive power systems that maximize energy output by addressing issues like cell underperformance and shade. The company is expanding manufacturing and deployment for residential, utility-scale, and AI data center projects.

The City of Conway received a $100,000 grant from the Arkansas Department of Transportation's Recreational Trails Program. This funding will be used to resurface and extend the walking trail at Laurel Park, improving accessibility and connectivity by laying asphalt and creating new links to sidewalk networks.

Harajuku Tokyo Café, a Delhi-based chain operating Japanese-themed cafes and bakeries, has raised $3 million in a pre-Series A funding round. The company plans to use the funds to open new outlets, establish central kitchens, and enhance its teams and operations. They are targeting Rs 100 crore in revenue this fiscal year.

Karta AI is a Bengaluru-based startup that builds voice AI agents to handle inbound customer calls for banks, lenders, fintech companies, and insurers. The company aims to strengthen its platform's automation and multilingual capabilities, expand deployments with financial institutions, and scale its engineering and go-to-market teams with the new funding.

Nirva is building AI-powered jewelry that focuses on providing personal insights. The company has raised $25 million to develop its unique product offering in the consumer tech space.

TravClan is a B2B traveltech startup that provides a platform for travel agents and businesses, rather than direct consumers. Their platform integrates supply, technology, and fulfillment, covering pricing, itinerary creation, bookings, payments, and customer support for various travel products. The company aims to become the infrastructure for travel businesses, allowing them to build on its stack instead of recreating it.

BOB is a Miami-based financial technology startup that has raised $5.5 million in seed funding to expand its AI-powered financial assistant for small business owners. The platform autonomously performs financial tasks through conversational interactions, aiming to act as an employee rather than a dashboard. BOB focuses on Main Street service businesses traditionally underserved by complex software.

Pennant is an AI-native corporate governance software company that automates proxy-voting research. Its platform connects institutional research, voting policies, and past decisions to help investors exercise independent judgment on proxy votes. The company aims to build a world model for corporate governance and is already serving paying customers, including a major US public pension plan.

Xona Space Systems is a navigation startup that has raised $250 million in new funding, valuing the company at $2.45 billion. The company is beginning satellite deployment, aiming to provide a more secure and robust navigation system.

Indurex, an Amsterdam-based company, has raised €7 million to enhance cybersecurity and safety for cyber-physical systems. This funding will be used to strengthen their offerings in protecting critical infrastructure and connected devices from digital threats.

Slingshot Insurance is an AI-native embedded insurance startup focused on offering small insurance policies that consumers can purchase during other transactions, like booking a flight. The company's software connects businesses with insurers, using AI to streamline data processing and reduce administrative costs for inexpensive policies. They are raising $27 million in seed funding to build out their platform and aim to become a carrier themselves.

MARC is an AI platform designed to assist institutional real estate owners in identifying and streamlining operating costs across their portfolios. The startup aims to enhance operational efficiency by automating the reconciliation of invoices and contracts, thereby addressing a significant pain point in the real estate industry. With its recent funding, MARC plans to expand its presence in the U.S. and Canada.

Guardare is a Clearwater-based cybersecurity startup that helps organizations identify and manage cybersecurity risks. The platform integrates with existing security tools to uncover exposures and provides guidance to address these issues, aiming to simplify cybersecurity for IT teams.

Hive is an event-marketing firm that helps over 1,600 venue, promoter, and festival clients sell tickets using its platform. The company has raised $27 million in a Series B funding round to enhance its AI-powered tools for event teams, aiming to streamline campaign preparation and improve ticket sales.

Gretel is a synthetic data startup founded in 2019 by Alex Watson, John Myers, and Ali Golshan. The company aimed to make it easier for developers to use data that companies could not freely share due to privacy concerns or compliance rules. Nvidia acquired Gretel in March 2025 for a nine-figure sum, adding its technology and employees to Nvidia's AI software and services.

Coinbase is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade various cryptocurrencies. It aims to provide a user-friendly interface for both beginners and experienced traders, making it easier to access the digital asset market. The company is currently seeking to raise the Tier 1 fundraising limit to $120 million to enhance its operational capabilities.

Modelyo is an Israeli cybersecurity startup that provides a confidential cloud platform designed to allow organizations to use cloud infrastructure and AI systems while retaining control over their data and encryption keys. The company targets sectors with strict security requirements, including governments, banks, and defense organizations.

Different is an AI marketing startup that aims to revolutionize how businesses engage with their customers. By leveraging advanced AI technologies, it provides innovative marketing solutions tailored to the needs of modern enterprises. The recent $48 million seed funding will help accelerate its growth and product development.

Peak Energy is an energy storage technology startup that develops passively cooled sodium-ion battery storage systems. The company aims to reduce energy storage costs and improve grid reliability, targeting the data center market with its innovative solutions.

CureBay is a rural healthtech startup that provides primary healthcare services to small towns and villages in India. It operates a network of tech-enabled clinics offering consultations, diagnostics, and preventive care, aiming to make quality healthcare accessible to underserved communities.

Vitalls is a UAE-based startup developing an AI-powered digital health passport that allows individuals to store, manage, and share their health records securely. The platform aims to address the fragmentation of medical records across different healthcare systems, providing users with control over their medical histories.

Polymarket is the largest prediction market outside the US, allowing users to buy event contracts on various outcomes. The platform has gained significant traction, especially during the 2024 US presidential race, and is now seeking to raise $400M at a $15B valuation to expand its operations and investor base.

Beyond Vision develops AI-powered drones aimed at both civilian and defense markets. The company is scaling its operations with a significant funding round to enhance its technology and market reach.

Vectorial is an AI startup that develops tools for businesses to simulate consumer behavior and predict responses to products and services. Their platform, powered by the SAPIENS behavioral AI model, allows companies to conduct simulations that are more efficient than traditional user research methods.

Aqar Exit is an Egyptian prop-tech startup that operates a platform for transferring property purchase contracts. It targets buyers struggling to meet installment obligations on their real estate units, connecting them with prospective buyers at original contract prices without additional premiums.

Blacksmith provides the computing infrastructure that runs software builds and tests, known as continuous integration (CI). It targets enterprises needing to manage the increasing volume of agent-generated code and has seen significant growth in its annual recurring revenue.

Enact is a Swiss robotics startup focused on developing technology for general purpose robots. The company aims to enable robots to manipulate objects with greater accuracy by sensing force and touch, distinguishing itself from competitors that rely on visual inputs. The funding will be used to expand the team and accelerate hardware and R&D development.

Energy Connects is a startup focused on developing sodium-ion battery technology. This innovative approach aims to provide a sustainable alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries, catering to the growing demand for energy storage solutions. The recent funding round led by GM highlights the increasing interest in alternative battery technologies.

Happy Pay is a South African buy now, pay later platform that has launched Happy Ads, an AI-powered performance media platform. It connects merchants with high-intent shoppers, allowing consumers to split purchases into interest-free installments while helping retailers grow through performance-based customer acquisition.

ArtMaster is an AI music instruction startup that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance music learning experiences. The platform targets music learners and educators, providing innovative tools and resources to facilitate music education. This funding round will help ArtMaster expand its offerings and reach more users.

Chapter Home is a home and kitchen consumer brands company that develops multiple brands across segments such as bed and table linen, cookware, and small kitchen appliances. Founded by former PharmEasy executives, the company aims to expand its product categories and retail presence with fresh funding.

Pascal is focused on developing solid-state heat pumps, which are innovative solutions for energy-efficient heating and cooling. The company aims to address the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions in the climate technology sector. This funding round will help accelerate their product development and market entry.

Legora is a legal AI startup that focuses on providing innovative solutions for the legal industry. The company aims to streamline legal processes and enhance efficiency through advanced artificial intelligence technologies. This funding round highlights the growing interest and investment in AI-driven solutions for legal services.

Blacksmith Software Inc. is a continuous integration cloud startup that helps companies test and verify new code before it is deployed into production. The company has developed its own CI cloud infrastructure, allowing it to automate much of the setup work required for code testing, making the process faster and more efficient for its clients.