Halo Industries, Inc., a pioneer in laser manufacturing technology for the semiconductor sector, has successfully closed its oversubscribed Series B funding round, securing up to $80 million. The round was led by Thomas Tull’s U.S. Innovative Technology Fund (USIT), alongside investments from 8VC and SAIC. This substantial funding infusion will accelerate Halo Industries’ efforts to…
ZeroEyes, a pioneer in AI-based gun detection technology, has announced a major milestone with the successful closure of its oversubscribed Series B funding round, raising over $53 million. Leading the investment was Sorenson Capital, joined by Intel Capital, BroadLight Capital, and existing investors, signaling robust support for ZeroEyes’ mission to advance public safety through innovative…
In a landmark development for mental health technology, Spring Health has announced the successful completion of a $100 million Series E funding round, bringing the company’s valuation to an impressive $3.3 billion. The latest investment was spearheaded by Generation Investment Management, with notable contributions from existing backers including Kinnevik, the William K. Warren Foundation, RRE…
AI-powered language learning app, Speak, has secured $20 million in a Series B extension, doubling its valuation to $500 million. This round, led by Buckley Ventures and supported by the OpenAI Startup Fund, Khosla Ventures, Y Combinator co-founder Paul Graham, and LinkedIn executive chairman Jeff Weiner, reflects the company’s rapid growth and investor confidence. Since…
Directo, a pioneering Spanish travel technology startup, emerges from stealth mode with a significant milestone: securing $1 million in seed funding for its innovative travel price comparison software. Founded by industry veterans Pierre Becerril, Julian Toledo, Sofia Canepa, and Marina Guastavino, Directo introduces a Chrome extension designed to empower travelers by enabling commission-free comparison of…
Tree.ly, a pioneering carbon offset startup, has successfully raised €5 million in Seed funding to bolster its efforts in developing and managing forest climate protection projects across Europe. This investment underscores Tree.ly’s commitment to combating climate change through innovative, scientifically-backed initiatives that harness the natural potential of local forests. Founded with a vision to bridge…
In a world where everything from ride-hailing to national defense hinges on uninterrupted positioning data, TERN is betting that the future of navigation won’t orbit the Earth. The Austin-based startup has raised $7.5 million in a seed extension round to scale its Independently Derived Positioning System (IDPS™) — a software-based navigation platform that delivers precise…
Graceview, an innovative leader in AI-driven compliance solutions, has successfully closed a $1.5 million funding round. The investment, spearheaded by Singapore-based entrepreneur Patrick Linton alongside a consortium of tech founders and investors, is set to accelerate the deployment of Graceview’s advanced compliance platform. This platform integrates AI, machine learning, and legal expertise to provide precise,…
In the crowded and fiercely competitive fintech space of India, where a new startup seems to sprout every day promising smarter financial services, GoodScore is charting a distinct course — one that combines artificial intelligence with credit score management to empower millions of users. The Bengaluru-based startup has just raised $13 million in a Series…
In a landmark moment for ad-tech, San Francisco-based startup AdsGency has secured $12 million in seed funding, led by XYZ Venture Capital, with participation from Streamlined Ventures, HF0 and Hat‑Trick Capital. Founded in 2023, AdsGency is setting out to become the industry’s first agentic ad agency, automating the full performance-marketing workflow using large-language-model powered agents….
