New this week · Week 39, 2026

New startups, week 39, 2026

21–27 September 2026

37 startups raised a first round we recorded between 21–27 September 2026, in 16 countries. 27 reported an amount, $381M between them; the biggest was AMPIN Energy Transition with $100M. Most were in AI, Edtech and Cleantech.

37first-time raisers
16countries
$381Mraised, 27 with an amount
AIbusiest sector

AI

15

Edtech

3

Cleantech

2

Gaming

2

Construction

2

Fintech

2

Defence Tech

2

Other sectors

9

Segment by segment

AI

15 startups · $122M raised

  1. CorridorCorridor is an AI-powered software security platform that enhances code security by embedding real-time controls into both AI and United States$25M
  2. FelderaFeldera is a software company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2023.United States$22M
  3. Basalt HealthBasalt Health is a healthcare technology company that provides an AI-powered assistant for clinical teams.United States$20M
  4. OuterlimitOuterlimit provides AI security and governance for agentic AI systems, with controls for identity, access, risk assessment, and activity.United Kingdom$16M
  5. MidcenturyMidcentury is an applied research lab building data and simulation infrastructure for physical AI.United States$15M
  6. Dextr AIDextr AI provides AI workforce and automation solutions for hospitality businesses, supporting various property management companies.United States$6.7M
  7. Thri5Thri5 develops software that connects retail data, people, and AI agents to coordinate operational actions.Canada$5.4M
  8. Azulene LabsAzulene Labs is a technology company focused on predictive Physics-AI for chemistry and biochemistry.United States$3.4M

Edtech

3 startups · $2.2M raised

  1. OrderEAT#OrderEAT es una plataforma que llegó para revolucionar la forma en la que funcionan las comedores de colegios en América Latina 🚀.Uruguay$2.0M
  2. AAMentoriaBrazil$196K
  3. AAREPSaudi Arabia-

Cleantech

2 startups · $100M raised

  1. AEAMPIN Energy TransitionIndia$100M
  2. ATAlgaFilm TechnologiesCanada-

Gaming

2 startups · $3.6M raised

  1. TopDogTopdog is a real-money gaming firm that gives operators the confidence and speed to launch and grow skill-based multiplayer games.United States$2.5M
  2. ARCArc Boat Company, based in Los Angeles, California, is a startup focused on designing and manufacturing high-performance, 100% eleIndia$1.1M

Construction

2 startups · $3.3M raised

  1. ClastixKubernetes multi-tenancy made easyItaly$3.3M
  2. HLHisWay LabsSouth Africa-

Fintech

2 startups · $12M raised

  1. givestargivestar is an AI-powered charity fundraising platform and mobile application based in London, United Kingdom.United Kingdom$12M
  2. TalMalTalmal is a Saudi fintech company that provides a salary-backed "pay later" financial solution aimed at enhancing employee wellbeing.Saudi Arabia-

Defence Tech

2 startups · $13M raised

  1. TERASiTERASi is a deeptech startup based in Stockholm, Sweden, focused on designing and manufacturing ultra-compact, high-performance siSweden$13M
  2. VGVected GmbHGermany-

Other sectors

9 startups · $125M raised

  1. Amber ElectricAmber Electric provides electricity plans based on wholesale energy prices with usage charges linked to market rates.Australia$56M
  2. Kasvu TherapeuticsKasvu develops first and best-in-class small molecule neuroplastogens for diseases where neuronal connectivity is alteredFinland$34M
  3. HRHEO RoboticsAustralia$25M
  4. RHRio HealthIndia$4.5M
  5. Blair HealthBlair Health provides virtual menopause and midlife healthcare through assessments, treatment plans, clinician visits, and ongoing support.Canada$3.0M
  6. LALilac AgricultureUnited States$2.3M
  7. Alma MaterAlma Mater is an licensed team apparel market that sells fashionable products for men and women.United States-
  8. DDeltaForesightJapan-

All 37 startups

  1. AEAMPIN Energy TransitionCleantechCleantechIndia$100MGrowth · 25 Sept
  2. Amber ElectricAmber Electric provides electricity plans based on wholesale energy prices with usage charges linked to market rates.Other sectorsAustralia$56MSeries E · 21 Sept
  3. Kasvu TherapeuticsKasvu develops first and best-in-class small molecule neuroplastogens for diseases where neuronal connectivity is alteredOther sectorsFinland$34MSeries A · 24 Sept
  4. CorridorCorridor is an AI-powered software security platform that enhances code security by embedding real-time controls into both AI and AIUnited States$25MSeed · 21 Sept
  5. HRHEO RoboticsOther sectorsOther sectorsAustralia$25MSeries B · 21 Sept
  6. FelderaFeldera is a software company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2023.AIUnited States$22MSeed · 21 Sept
  7. Basalt HealthBasalt Health is a healthcare technology company that provides an AI-powered assistant for clinical teams.AIUnited States$20MSeries A · 24 Sept
  8. OuterlimitOuterlimit provides AI security and governance for agentic AI systems, with controls for identity, access, risk assessment, and activity.AIUnited Kingdom$16MPre-seed · 22 Sept
  9. MidcenturyMidcentury is an applied research lab building data and simulation infrastructure for physical AI.AIUnited States$15MSeed · 23 Sept
  10. TERASiTERASi is a deeptech startup based in Stockholm, Sweden, focused on designing and manufacturing ultra-compact, high-performance siDefence TechSweden$13MSeed · 22 Sept
  11. givestargivestar is an AI-powered charity fundraising platform and mobile application based in London, United Kingdom.FintechUnited Kingdom$12MGrowth · 24 Sept
  12. Dextr AIDextr AI provides AI workforce and automation solutions for hospitality businesses, supporting various property management companies.AIUnited States$6.7MSeed · 24 Sept
  13. Thri5Thri5 develops software that connects retail data, people, and AI agents to coordinate operational actions.AICanada$5.4MSeed · 21 Sept
  14. RHRio HealthOther sectorsOther sectorsIndia$4.5MSeries A · 24 Sept
  15. Azulene LabsAzulene Labs is a technology company focused on predictive Physics-AI for chemistry and biochemistry.AIUnited States$3.4MPre-seed · 23 Sept
  16. SSpiichAIAISweden$3.4MSeed · 23 Sept
  17. ClastixKubernetes multi-tenancy made easyConstructionItaly$3.3MSeed · 24 Sept
  18. Blair HealthBlair Health provides virtual menopause and midlife healthcare through assessments, treatment plans, clinician visits, and ongoing support.Other sectorsCanada$3.0MPre-seed · 23 Sept
  19. TopDogTopdog is a real-money gaming firm that gives operators the confidence and speed to launch and grow skill-based multiplayer games.GamingUnited States$2.5MSeed · 23 Sept
  20. LALilac AgricultureOther sectorsOther sectorsUnited States$2.3MSeed · 22 Sept
  21. OpenDebtOpenDebt is a specialized collections technology company that provides AI-driven and human-support tools.AIAustralia$2.0MPre-seed · 22 Sept
  22. OrderEAT#OrderEAT es una plataforma que llegó para revolucionar la forma en la que funcionan las comedores de colegios en América Latina 🚀.EdtechUruguay$2.0MSeed · 21 Sept
  23. Palma.aiPalma.ai provides enterprise-grade governance and security infrastructure to manage, monitor, and scale production-ready AI agent workflows.AIUnited States$1.8MPre-seed · 23 Sept
  24. DuquDuqu (doekoe) helpt ondernemers groeien door hun cashflow te versnellen met factuurvoorfinanciering binnen 24 uur.AINetherlands$1.7MPre-seed · 24 Sept
  25. ARCArc Boat Company, based in Los Angeles, California, is a startup focused on designing and manufacturing high-performance, 100% eleGamingIndia$1.1MPre-seed · 23 Sept
  26. ARAce ReputationsAIAIUnited States$300KSeed · 21 Sept
  27. AAMentoriaEdtechEdtechBrazil$196KSeed · 22 Sept
  28. ATAlgaFilm TechnologiesCleantechCleantechCanadaUndisclosedSeed · 23 Sept
  29. Alma MaterAlma Mater is an licensed team apparel market that sells fashionable products for men and women.Other sectorsUnited StatesUndisclosedSeed · 24 Sept
  30. AAREPEdtechEdtechSaudi ArabiaUndisclosedPre-seed · 21 Sept
  31. CCascaderAIAIUnited KingdomUndisclosedSeed · 22 Sept
  32. DDeltaForesightOther sectorsOther sectorsJapanUndisclosedSeed · 25 Sept
  33. GAGENISOM AIAIAIChinaUndisclosedSeries B · 21 Sept
  34. HLHisWay LabsConstructionConstructionSouth AfricaUndisclosedSeed · 23 Sept
  35. PhigenicsPhigenics is an independent water management company founded in 2004 and headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois, with a secondary Other sectorsUnited StatesUndisclosedGrowth · 24 Sept
  36. TalMalTalmal is a Saudi fintech company that provides a salary-backed "pay later" financial solution aimed at enhancing employee wellbeing.FintechSaudi ArabiaUndisclosedPre-seed · 21 Sept
  37. VGVected GmbHDefence TechDefence TechGermanyUndisclosedGrowth · 25 Sept

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