VCs say AI agents will be big in 2025. Here's an exclusive look at the pitch deck one startup in the space used to raise $20 million.
Voice AI agents are a key focus for investors in 2025, with Vapi raising $20 million to accelerate development.
In other news this week: Belgian unicorn Odoo secures 500M, Zeotap bags 24M, Apaleo secures 20M, Kilter lands 9M, and more - Silicon Canals
Recent tech investments include Odoo's €500M funding at a $5B valuation, highlighting investor trust across various sectors.
Benchmark invests $19M in New Lantern, a smarter way for radiologists to use AI | TechCrunch
Shiva Suri's New Lantern aims to enhance radiology efficiency by automating tedious tasks, allowing radiologists to focus more on interpreting scans.
Nordic Forestry Automation Raises Round to Drive AI-Powered Innovation in Forestryai
NFA secures funding from Navigare Ventures to enhance its AI-driven forestry solutions, marking a key step in its commercialization efforts.
This generative AI startup is strapping cameras to peoples' backs | TechCrunch
Odyssey is developing an AI model that allows creators to generate immersive cinematic worlds through data captured from real environments.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 1/13/25
Notable startup funding in various sectors totaled $1.3B, showcasing innovation and investment across multiple industries, including biotechnology and healthcare.
VCs say AI agents will be big in 2025. Here's an exclusive look at the pitch deck one startup in the space used to raise $20 million.
Voice AI agents are a key focus for investors in 2025, with Vapi raising $20 million to accelerate development.
In other news this week: Belgian unicorn Odoo secures 500M, Zeotap bags 24M, Apaleo secures 20M, Kilter lands 9M, and more - Silicon Canals
Recent tech investments include Odoo's €500M funding at a $5B valuation, highlighting investor trust across various sectors.
Benchmark invests $19M in New Lantern, a smarter way for radiologists to use AI | TechCrunch
Shiva Suri's New Lantern aims to enhance radiology efficiency by automating tedious tasks, allowing radiologists to focus more on interpreting scans.
Nordic Forestry Automation Raises Round to Drive AI-Powered Innovation in Forestryai
NFA secures funding from Navigare Ventures to enhance its AI-driven forestry solutions, marking a key step in its commercialization efforts.
This generative AI startup is strapping cameras to peoples' backs | TechCrunch
Odyssey is developing an AI model that allows creators to generate immersive cinematic worlds through data captured from real environments.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 1/13/25
Notable startup funding in various sectors totaled $1.3B, showcasing innovation and investment across multiple industries, including biotechnology and healthcare.
NYC startups raised over $169M in funding across multiple deals, demonstrating vibrant activity in the local tech ecosystem.
More money comes to AI healthcare: Qventus nabs $105M at a $400M+ valuation | TechCrunch
Healthcare AI solutions are becoming increasingly attractive to investors, exemplified by Qventus' significant funding raise. This indicates growth in AI-driven efficiency in healthcare operations.
Venture Capitalists Are Pickier About What They Invest In - Here's How That Actually Benefits Startups | Entrepreneur
Less money can create more sustainable businesses by reducing pressure and allowing companies to focus on meaningful problem-solving.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 10/27/24 - 11/2/24
NYC tech startups like Regal, Duetti, and Reflexivity are securing significant funding, contributing to the city's vibrant startup ecosystem.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 12/12/2024
New funding rounds reflect robust investor confidence in NYC tech startups.
AI and health tech sectors are particularly attractive to venture capital.
Logistics and risk management platforms are gaining investor traction.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 1/8/2025
New funding rounds for NYC startups include significant investments in health and dental sectors.
Twentyeight Health raised $10M, while Torch Dental secured $17M in recent funding.
Emerging startups like Cartwheel and Findevor are also attracting early investments.
Investors show strong interest in health tech and artificial intelligence ventures.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 1/5/25 - 1/11/25
NYC startups raised over $169M in funding across multiple deals, demonstrating vibrant activity in the local tech ecosystem.
More money comes to AI healthcare: Qventus nabs $105M at a $400M+ valuation | TechCrunch
Healthcare AI solutions are becoming increasingly attractive to investors, exemplified by Qventus' significant funding raise. This indicates growth in AI-driven efficiency in healthcare operations.
Venture Capitalists Are Pickier About What They Invest In - Here's How That Actually Benefits Startups | Entrepreneur
Less money can create more sustainable businesses by reducing pressure and allowing companies to focus on meaningful problem-solving.
#NYCtech Week in Review: 10/27/24 - 11/2/24
NYC tech startups like Regal, Duetti, and Reflexivity are securing significant funding, contributing to the city's vibrant startup ecosystem.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 12/12/2024
New funding rounds reflect robust investor confidence in NYC tech startups.
AI and health tech sectors are particularly attractive to venture capital.
Logistics and risk management platforms are gaining investor traction.
The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 1/8/2025
New funding rounds for NYC startups include significant investments in health and dental sectors.
Twentyeight Health raised $10M, while Torch Dental secured $17M in recent funding.
Emerging startups like Cartwheel and Findevor are also attracting early investments.
Investors show strong interest in health tech and artificial intelligence ventures.
Why some former Bench customers are not happy | TechCrunch
Bench customers face difficulties retrieving their financial data after the company's abrupt shutdown and sale.
Float Financial raises $50 million to focus exclusively on Canadian SMBs.
Pryce Yebesi launches Open Ledger after his exit from Utopia Labs, raising $3 million in funding.
NomuPay secures $37 million to enhance cross-border payment services across Asia and the Middle East.
Exclusive: Nelly raises $51 million to digitalize medical practices across Europe
Nelly aims to transform healthcare with digital solutions, addressing significant gaps in administrative workflows within medical practices.
StoreCash's new app lets you instantly earn cash back at stores | TechCrunch
Daricus Releford's entrepreneurship stems from family influence, leading to the launch of StoreCash to provide immediate financial benefits to consumers.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 12/9/24
The report highlights significant funding activity across diverse U.S. startup ecosystems, totaling $1.78B for the week ending 12/7/24.
Why some former Bench customers are not happy | TechCrunch
Bench customers face difficulties retrieving their financial data after the company's abrupt shutdown and sale.
Float Financial raises $50 million to focus exclusively on Canadian SMBs.
Pryce Yebesi launches Open Ledger after his exit from Utopia Labs, raising $3 million in funding.
NomuPay secures $37 million to enhance cross-border payment services across Asia and the Middle East.
Exclusive: Nelly raises $51 million to digitalize medical practices across Europe
Nelly aims to transform healthcare with digital solutions, addressing significant gaps in administrative workflows within medical practices.
StoreCash's new app lets you instantly earn cash back at stores | TechCrunch
Daricus Releford's entrepreneurship stems from family influence, leading to the launch of StoreCash to provide immediate financial benefits to consumers.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 12/9/24
The report highlights significant funding activity across diverse U.S. startup ecosystems, totaling $1.78B for the week ending 12/7/24.
How I pivoted careers and launched a climate tech startup in my 40s that's backed by Uber
Tiya Gordon founded It's Electric to tackle the lack of accessible EV chargers in Brooklyn, emphasizing simple solutions for urban charging infrastructure.
Exclusive: EV startup Harbinger's obsession with simplicity fuels $100M Series B | TechCrunch
Harbinger successfully raised $100 million Series B by focusing on electrifying commercial trucking, despite challenges in the EV startup landscape.
Mitsubishi backs Ample's radical approach to charging EV batteries | TechCrunch
Ample aims to revolutionize commercial fleets with electric vehicle battery swapping technology, supported by new funding and strategic partnerships for future expansion.
How I pivoted careers and launched a climate tech startup in my 40s that's backed by Uber
Tiya Gordon founded It's Electric to tackle the lack of accessible EV chargers in Brooklyn, emphasizing simple solutions for urban charging infrastructure.
Exclusive: EV startup Harbinger's obsession with simplicity fuels $100M Series B | TechCrunch
Harbinger successfully raised $100 million Series B by focusing on electrifying commercial trucking, despite challenges in the EV startup landscape.
Mitsubishi backs Ample's radical approach to charging EV batteries | TechCrunch
Ample aims to revolutionize commercial fleets with electric vehicle battery swapping technology, supported by new funding and strategic partnerships for future expansion.
Physical Intelligence, a Specialist in Robot A.I., Raises $400 Million
Physical Intelligence raised $400 million to develop universal AI software for controlling various robots, aiming to revolutionize robotics.
Revv Raises $20M to Help Auto Repair Shops Navigate Complex Vehicle Systems and Drive Bottom Line Growth with AI
Revv's AI platform streamlines ADAS diagnostics, enhancing repair efficiency by providing actionable insights, crucial for modern automotive repair shops.
Exclusive: Creative Ops platform Air raises $35M Series B
Air automates creative workflows for brands and marketers, highlighting a growing need for streamlined creative asset management.
The surge in social media advertising has intensified the demand for varied ad units, complicating content management.
Exclusive: Rembrand raises $23M Series A for virtual product placement
Rembrand leverages AI for innovative product placement in creator videos across multiple platforms and is expanding its services to revolutionize advertising.
Federato has raised $40 million to enhance its AI-powered underwriting platform, targeting risk assessment in the insurance industry.
Physical Intelligence, a Specialist in Robot A.I., Raises $400 Million
Physical Intelligence raised $400 million to develop universal AI software for controlling various robots, aiming to revolutionize robotics.
Revv Raises $20M to Help Auto Repair Shops Navigate Complex Vehicle Systems and Drive Bottom Line Growth with AI
Revv's AI platform streamlines ADAS diagnostics, enhancing repair efficiency by providing actionable insights, crucial for modern automotive repair shops.
Exclusive: Creative Ops platform Air raises $35M Series B
Air automates creative workflows for brands and marketers, highlighting a growing need for streamlined creative asset management.
The surge in social media advertising has intensified the demand for varied ad units, complicating content management.
Exclusive: Rembrand raises $23M Series A for virtual product placement
Rembrand leverages AI for innovative product placement in creator videos across multiple platforms and is expanding its services to revolutionize advertising.
RoboForce raises $10 millions to create a robot workforce | TechCrunch
RoboForce aims to automate dangerous, repetitive tasks, especially in solar panel installation, with their newly funded robot workers.
Vecna Robotics raises $14.5M and taps former Motional CEO to lead startup | TechCrunch
Karl Iagnemma joins Vecna Robotics as CEO, emphasizing the potential for growth in autonomous material handling and the significance of their technology.
RoboForce raises $10 millions to create a robot workforce | TechCrunch
RoboForce aims to automate dangerous, repetitive tasks, especially in solar panel installation, with their newly funded robot workers.
Vecna Robotics raises $14.5M and taps former Motional CEO to lead startup | TechCrunch
Karl Iagnemma joins Vecna Robotics as CEO, emphasizing the potential for growth in autonomous material handling and the significance of their technology.
Indian startups raised 32% fewer rounds in 2024 as VCs got selective | TechCrunch
Investors are more selective, leading to fewer funding rounds but increased overall capital in 2024.
The IPO market is booming, with significant interest and activity from startups preparing to go public.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 11/25/24
$11 billion in startup funding highlights significant economic resilience and investor confidence across diverse sectors.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 11/18/24
Significant funding activity indicates a diverse startup ecosystem across healthcare, technology, and space sectors, totaling $826M in notable investments.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 11/4/24
Crusoe Energy Systems secured a $500 million funding for innovative solutions in the energy sector, reflecting increased investment in sustainability initiatives.
Indian startups raised 32% fewer rounds in 2024 as VCs got selective | TechCrunch
Investors are more selective, leading to fewer funding rounds but increased overall capital in 2024.
The IPO market is booming, with significant interest and activity from startups preparing to go public.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 11/25/24
$11 billion in startup funding highlights significant economic resilience and investor confidence across diverse sectors.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 11/18/24
Significant funding activity indicates a diverse startup ecosystem across healthcare, technology, and space sectors, totaling $826M in notable investments.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 11/4/24
Crusoe Energy Systems secured a $500 million funding for innovative solutions in the energy sector, reflecting increased investment in sustainability initiatives.
Team-GPT raises$4.5M to offer suite of AI tools to companies | TechCrunch
Team-GPT provides a suite of AI tools for companies, emphasizing privacy and ease of integration over separate subscriptions, targeting mid-to-large-size companies.
With 25M users, Bluesky launches a $1M fund to take on social media and AI | TechCrunch
Bluesky enhances its platform ecosystem by launching a $1 million fund for developers to innovate on its AT Protocol.
Team-GPT raises$4.5M to offer suite of AI tools to companies | TechCrunch
Team-GPT provides a suite of AI tools for companies, emphasizing privacy and ease of integration over separate subscriptions, targeting mid-to-large-size companies.
With 25M users, Bluesky launches a $1M fund to take on social media and AI | TechCrunch
Bluesky enhances its platform ecosystem by launching a $1 million fund for developers to innovate on its AT Protocol.
Tiun gives media companies another way to monetize online content. It just raised $2.5 million with this pitch deck.
Tiun raises $2.5 million for a digital wallet that revolutionizes media monetization by offering a pay-for-what-you-use model. It reduces consumer friction.
As Cohere and Writer mine the 'Live AI' arena, Pathway joins the pack with a $10M round | TechCrunch
Generative AI must incorporate live data for practical use, highlighting the emergence of 'Live AI' systems.
Stepful Secures $31.5M to Combat Healthcare Staffing Crisis with AI-Powered Training Programs
Stepful's AI-driven training program offers a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional healthcare education to combat workforce shortages.
Appcharge raises $26M to help gaming apps cut out Apple and Google from virtual goods revenues | TechCrunch
Appcharge aims to provide gaming developers an alternative monetization platform, bypassing traditional app stores to sell virtual goods directly to consumers.
Real time security software development from Symbiotic Security | App Developer Magazine
Symbiotic Security combines detection and remediation with just-in-time training for secure software development, enhancing the developer's workflow seamlessly.
Exclusive: MatX, chip startup founded by Google alums, raised Series A at valuation of $300M+, sources say
MatX has raised $80 million in Series A funding to enhance chip design for AI workloads, minimizing existing shortages and improving performance.
H, the AI startup that raised $220M, launches its first product: Runner H for 'agentic' applications | TechCrunch
H, a Paris startup, launched its first product Runner H, an AI for businesses, after significant leadership changes and previous controversies.