Latest Startups & Entrepreneurship News
Skild AI Secures $1.4B in Massive Growth Funding
Skild AI, a developer of 'robot brain' technology, led the week's biggest funding with $1.4 billion, highlighting investor enthusiasm for robotics AI. The round underscores the sector's momentum, with humanoid robotics capturing 27% of recent investments.
This positions Skild as a frontrunner in physical AI advancements.
Torq Raises $140M Series D at $1.2B Valuation
AI security firm Torq closed a $140M Series D led by Merlin Ventures, bringing total funding to $332M. The agentic AI platform automates SOC operations for enterprises.
Investors include Evolution Equity Partners and Bessemer Venture Partners.
Etched.ai Lands $500M for AI Chips
Etched.ai secured $500M led by Stripes at a $5B valuation to build chips for AI superintelligence. This ranks as one of the week's top rounds in semiconductors.
The funding accelerates hardware for advanced AI models.
Corgi InsurTech Bags $108M Post-Regulatory Approval
US-based AI-native InsurTech Corgi raised $108M after gaining market entry approval for startups. The full-stack carrier targets entrepreneurial insurance needs.
Funding supports rapid scaling in a competitive sector.
WitnessAI Secures $58M for Global AI Expansion
WitnessAI raised $58M led by Sound Ventures to broaden secure AI tools for regulated industries. Backers include Qualcomm Ventures and Samsung Ventures.
The capital fuels international growth amid rising AI compliance demands.
Merge Labs Raises $252M Seed for Brain-Computer Interfaces
Sam Altman-founded Merge Labs locked up $252M in seed funding, with OpenAI as the top backer. The startup develops high-bandwidth brain interfaces integrated with AI.
This positions it among the largest seed rounds ever.
Onebrief Scores $200M Series D in Defense Tech
Defense tech firm Onebrief raised $200M led by Battery Ventures and Sapphire, acquiring Battle Road Digital. Its AI software aids military planning and operations.
The Honolulu-based company eyes further national security expansions.
JetZero Raises $175M for Fuel-Efficient Aerospace
JetZero secured $175M Series B led by B Capital for blended-wing planes targeting 2030s commercial service. The design promises lower emissions and higher efficiency.
Founded in 2020, it advances sustainable aviation tech.
GrowthPal Closes $2.6M for AI M&A Platform
AI-powered M&A software provider GrowthPal raised $2.6M to enhance deal sourcing and execution. The funding supports international expansion.
It targets streamlining mergers for growing firms.
Onsetto Secures $2.2M Seed for FinTech Platform
FinTech startup Onsetto raised $2.2M Series Seed led by EJF Ventures to capture business banking primacy. Participants include Idea Fund of La Crosse and local angels.
Funds accelerate product development and go-to-market.
Ex Nunc Intelligence Raises €1.8M Pre-Seed
Lausanne LegalTech Ex Nunc closed an oversubscribed €1.8M pre-seed for its Silex legal intelligence platform. The round expands infrastructure for European markets.
It highlights LegalTech momentum in Europe.
FinTech Sector Raises Over $1.5B in 25 Deals This Week
Global FinTech funding surged with 25 deals totaling over $1.5B, signaling a strong 2026 start. Key raises include Torq, Corgi, and smaller rounds like Onsetto.
This uptick reflects renewed investor confidence.