Ecosystem map · Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh startup ecosystem map

134 startups based in Pittsburgh that have raised money in rounds we track, grouped by their main sector. Together they have raised $4.5B; AI is the biggest sector, with 31 companies.

134startups on the map
11sectors
$4.5Braised between them
AImost funded sector

AI

31

+7 more

IT Services

21

Biotech

19

Big Data & Analytics

13

Healthtech

12

Fintech

9

Automotive & EVs

6

Software

6

Edtech

6

Advertising & Adtech

6

Advanced Manufacturing

5

Segment by segment

AI

31 startups · $3.3B raised

  1. Skild AIBuilding general purpose robotic intelligence.United States$1.4B
  2. Stack AVStack AV is an autonomous trucking company based in Pittsburgh, PA, founded in 2023.United States$1.0B
  3. Gecko RoboticsGecko Robotics is an innovative AI and robotics company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.United States$174M
  4. Efficient ComputerEfficient Computer is a Pittsburgh-based semiconductor and computer hardware company founded in 2022.United States$173M
  5. PetuumPetuum is an AI research and technology company focused on developing a generative AI platform and scalable MLOps infrastructure.United States$108M
  6. PeptilogicsPeptilogics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on developing innovative surgicalUnited States$84M
  7. Sooth LabsSooth Labs builds AI models that predict geopolitical, economic, and market events to support strategic decision-making.United States$50M
  8. OpkeyOpkey is an AI-powered, no-code test automation platform tailored for enterprise applications, especially ERPs.United States$47M

IT Services

21 startups · $120M raised

  1. PanoptoPanopto is an AI-powered video knowledge platform designed for organizations such as universities, training centers, and enterprises.United States$51M
  2. NoWaitNoWait is a mobile network of casual dining restaurants serving millions of consumers and thousands of restaurants across the US.United States$22M
  3. ForeverFOREVER offers permanent social storage, media conversion services, documentary video production, and subdomains.United States$18M
  4. Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing InstituteARM is the nation’s leading collaborative in robotics and workforce innovation.United States$14M
  5. WeSpekeWeSpeke is a free online platform founded in 2012 that connects users worldwide for immersive language learning and cultural exchange.United States$6.2M
  6. InnovuInnovu empowers data-driven organizations by bringing together vast silos of data.United States$3.4M
  7. TroutwoodTroutwood is a financial technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2019 at Carnegie Mellon University’s SwaUnited States$2.9M
  8. LLLama LabNext generation of business intelligence.United States$1.2M

Biotech

19 startups · $188M raised

  1. HelomicsHelomics provides comprehensive tumor profiling utilizing proprietary tissue-based live cell and fixed cell products and services.United States$93M
  2. ai3Bioai3Bio develops treatments to transform the lives of patients with cancer.United States$48M
  3. Noveome BiotherapeuticsNoveome Biotherapeutics focuses on breakthrough therapies for the regenerative repair of inflamed or damaged tissues.United States$15M
  4. CernosticsCernostics is a life science company developing new molecular diagnostic tests to treat cancer.United States$12M
  5. Tissue AnalyticsSecurely stream patient photographs and wound analysis directly to your desktop!United States$5.8M
  6. Duo OncologyDuo Oncology develops a new nanoparticle technology specially tailored to penetrate established tumors.United States$4.6M
  7. CytoAgentsCytoAgents is a biotechnology company focused on the the treatment of COVID-19, Influenza, and other viral infectious diseases.United States$2.3M
  8. LifeXLifeX helps early-stage life sciences companies align commercialization, capital, infrastructure, and resources.United States$2.0M

Big Data & Analytics

13 startups · $113M raised

  1. ASAvere SystemsAvere Systems offers NAS optimization solutions designed to scale performance and take advantage of new flash-based storage media.United States$86M
  2. Diamond KineticsDiamond Kinetics develops motion data and analytics of baseball and softball for players and their coaches.United States$13M
  3. EpistemixEpistemix provides analytical tools that simulate how diseases, ideas, and behavior spread through communities.United States$7.0M
  4. AllvisionAllvision is a software company providing high definition, time-based maps for mobility, infrastructure, and transportation.United States$3.2M
  5. AIApplied Isotope TechnologiesApplied Isotope Technologies offers new technologies, measurement tools, products, and services for environmental and biological analytics.United States$1.4M
  6. FPoliSolutionsFPoliSolutions develops software products for nuclear, data analytics & machine learning, EV mobility and renewable energy industries.United States$1.1M
  7. PredxBioPredxBio is an AI-driven computational pathology and biotechnology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.United States$601K
  8. StocksnipsStockSnips's AI based platform quantifies investor sentiment that generates alphaUnited States$425K

Healthtech

12 startups · $121M raised

  1. MedCPUmedCPU delivers real-time patient care advice through the use of its Advisor technology, a clinical decision and advisory support platform.United States$54M
  2. Foundation Radiology GroupFoundation Radiology Group was a radiology services company based in Pittsburgh, founded in 2006.United States$19M
  3. PECA LabsPECA Labs is a developer of polymeric heart valves and vascular grafts for the treatment of cardiac defects.United States$17M
  4. KaliVir ImmunotherapeuticsKaliVir Immunotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2019.United States$14M
  5. Imagine PharmaImagine Pharma is a biotechnology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, dedicated to developing innovative treatments using iUnited States$10M
  6. Respair, Inc.Respair, Inc.United States$2.5M
  7. Forest DevicesForest Devices is a medical device startup that develops a novel stroke screening device designed to detect early signs of stokes.United States$2.3M
  8. NOCTEM HealthNOCTEM Health is a digital health company based in Pittsburgh, focused on improving insomnia and sleep care.United States$1.5M

Fintech

9 startups · $389M raised

  1. KiaviKiavi is a private lender that offers investment property loans for residential real estate investors.United States$350M
  2. IRALOGIXIRALOGIX is a financial technology company based in Pittsburgh, specializing in a cloud-native, white-label IRA recordkeeping and United States$27M
  3. DipJarDipJar is a fintech and social enterprise founded in 2012 by Ryder and Judd Kessler.United States$2.8M
  4. Bridgeway CapitalAt Bridgeway Capital, we are bridging the way from entrepreneurial ideas to actual business growth and impact.United States$2.8M
  5. Meter FeederMeter Feeder is a parking payment and enforcement company that offers a mobile app and municipal parking solutions for individualsUnited States$2.6M
  6. CACompliance AssuranceCompliance Assurance is a provider of on-demand governance risk and compliance solutions for the insurance industry.United States$1.3M
  7. Honeycomb CreditHoneycomb Credit is a developer of a peer-to-peer lending platform designed to allow friends and family to fund small businesses.United States$1.1M
  8. MoneyStackMoneyStack is a financial counseling platform focused on supporting individuals dealing with gambling addiction and related financUnited States$1.0M

Automotive & EVs

6 startups · $142M raised

  1. SeegridSeegrid is a provider of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and enterprise software for material handling.United States$75M
  2. LocomationLocomation develops safe and reliable autonomous trucking solutions.United States$34M
  3. ForAllSecureForAllSecure is a software company that provides autonomous application security solutions for continuous security.United States$21M
  4. Near Earth AutonomyNear Earth Autonomy is an aerospace and robotics company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.United States$10M
  5. OttomatikaOttomatika, Inc.United States$2.3M
  6. Super Powers MobilitySuper Powers Mobility Creates electric powertrain solutions for off-road vehicles.United States$235K

Software

6 startups · $38M raised

  1. Branding BrandBranding Brand's mission is to create digital experiences shoppers love.United States$17M
  2. SnapRetailSnapRetail helps local retailers engage customers and drive store traffic with their SaaS marketing automation solution.United States$13M
  3. Rhiza, Inc.Ad sales/marketing tools that use Big Data & prescriptive analytics to recommend optimal media inventory that reaches advertisers' targets.United States$4.5M
  4. Identified TechnologiesIndustrial leaders use Identified Technologies managed commercial drone solution to improve project tracking and team productivity.United States$2.0M
  5. TrackAboutTrackAbout provides Software-as-a-Service for tracking and optimizing the use of portable physical assets.United States$925K
  6. MeaningfyMeaningfy is enterprise software that monitors markets and provides updates about pertinent trends, insights, and news.United States$25K

Edtech

6 startups · $39M raised

  1. Carnegie SpeechCarnegie Speech, a speech assessment and tutoring software company, provides speech training technology to help to speak English clearly.United States$16M
  2. BloomBoardBloomBoard is an education technology company focused on talent development and professional learning for the K–12 education sector.United States$12M
  3. Point Park UniversityPoint Park University is a school in Pittsburgh.United States$5.0M
  4. Carnegie Mellon CyLabCarnegie Mellon CyLab is a university-based cybersecurity research and education institute in the United States.United States$3.9M
  5. The Advanced Leadership InstituteThe Advanced Leadership Institute to develop black executive leadership in order to benefit businesses, organizations, and communities.United States$1.0M
  6. STEM Coding LabSTEM Coding Lab is focused on providing computer education to underserved children.United States$635K

Advertising & Adtech

6 startups · $18M raised

  1. ColdSparkColdSpark is a provider of enterprise solutions and platforms for email processing and delivery.United States$6.5M
  2. CivicScienceCivicScience is a consumer analytics and market intelligence company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.United States$5.8M
  3. Community ElfCommunity Elf provides social media strategy and content marketing services.United States$2.2M
  4. CosmittoCosmitto is a digital marketing agency based in Pittsburgh, founded in 2010.United States$2.0M
  5. SongwhaleSongwhale is an interactive technology company specializing in mobile and SMS-driven marketing solutions.United States$1.7M
  6. deeplocalDeeplocal is a mobile software design, development, and strategy studio.United States$170K

Advanced Manufacturing

5 startups · $60M raised

  1. AethonAethon offers automated hospital delivery and asset management solutions such as TUGA®, its automated robotic delivery (ARD) system.United States$36M
  2. Onward RoboticsOnward Robotics delivers automation technology that coordinates humans and robots as a cohesive system to revolutionize fulfillment.United States$20M
  3. MindTraceMindTrace is a neurosurgical software company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2020 as a spin-off from Carnegie MelloUnited States$3.3M
  4. Carnegie RoboticsCarnegie Robotics builds reliable robotics products and smart sensors to improve productivity, reliability and safety.United States$594K
  5. Simcoach GamesSimcoach Games is an educational technology and health tech company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.United States$265K

How this map is made. Every startup here is based in Pittsburgh and has raised money in rounds we track. Each sits under its main sector, read from its rounds; each sector shows its best-funded first. Rebuilt nightly; updated 15 November 2026.

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