New this week · Week 44, 2026

New startups, week 44, 2026

26 October – 1 November 2026

112 startups raised a first round we recorded between 26 October – 1 November 2026, in 27 countries. 91 reported an amount, $1.7B between them; the biggest was Approaching.AI with $193M. Most were in AI, Fintech and Healthtech.

112first-time raisers
27countries
$1.7Braised, 91 with an amount
AIbusiest sector

AI

60

+36 more

Fintech

7

Healthtech

5

Edtech

4

Biotech

4

Advanced Manufacturing

3

Aerospace & Space

3

DeFi

2

Construction

2

Medical Devices

2

Beauty

2

Agtech

2

Defence Tech

2

Other sectors

14

Segment by segment

AI

60 startups · $1.1B raised

  1. Approaching.AIApproaching.AI was founded in 2023, with roots in the Institute of High Performance Computing at Tsinghua University.China$193M
  2. NCNano-core ChipChina$150M
  3. DDuloUnited States$130M
  4. BioGeometryBioGeometry is a Beijing-based biotech company that specializes in digital biology and AI applications in protein design and drug discovery.China$100M
  5. Broccoli AIBroccoli AI is a technology company that specializes in AI-powered voice assistant solutions for home service businesses.United States$52M
  6. FAFirst AnswerBrazil$47M
  7. ALABA LifeMorocco$40M
  8. MMachentaUnited Kingdom$40M

Fintech

7 startups · $63M raised

  1. PhotonPayPhotonPay is a financial firm that provides FX management, collection, payouts, and other financial payment technology solutions.Hong Kong SAR China$40M
  2. 00xPredicate-$8.0M
  3. CCancore-$7.2M
  4. MochatradeMochatrade, also known as Mocha, is a fintech startup founded in 2026 and headquartered in New York.India$5.5M
  5. CGCopy GeekAustralia$2.0M
  6. CYTOCYTO offers a platform for instant, secure money transfers between Angola and Europe.Angola$40K
  7. CCrissCrossCRISSCROSS is a social search system with a drill-down search panel that allows users to find new friends with diverse interests.South Africa-

Healthtech

5 startups · $19M raised

  1. COClinics On CloudIndia$13M
  2. JRJagruti Rehabilitation CentreIndia$2.9M
  3. MedikeaMedikea is a digital healthcare and telemedicine company based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.Tanzania$1.2M
  4. Urologic DesignUrologic Design is a developer of innovative urologic medical devices advancing minimally invasive treatments and patient outcomes.United States$1.2M
  5. GLORIAHGLORIAH objective is to build a brand that would serve women through all stages.United Kingdom$800K

Edtech

4 startups · $51M raised

  1. BitesBites is a Brazilian consulting firm based in São Paulo, specializing in data-driven insights for digital risk analysis and scenarUnited States$40M
  2. MatiksMatiks is a gamified mental math app designed to make arithmetic engaging and enjoyable.India$10M
  3. VXVUSE XRGermany$1.3M
  4. LemeÉleme is a Brazilian software company specializing in maintenance and operational management for condominiums.Brazil-

Biotech

4 startups · $125M raised

  1. SBSetara BiosciencesUnited States$90M
  2. SStimCardioUnited States$30M
  3. DropGenieScalable gene editing at the resolution of a single patientCanada$5.0M
  4. TTThor TherapeuticsSouth Korea-

Advanced Manufacturing

3 startups · - raised

  1. BBaishidaChina-
  2. BRBleu RoboticsFrance-
  3. NBNingbo Baishida Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.China-

Aerospace & Space

3 startups · $186M raised

  1. FDFirehawk DefenseUnited States$150M
  2. North Vector DynamicsNorth Vector Dynamics is Canada’s first full-spectrum air and missile defense company, based in Calgary, Alberta.Canada$20M
  3. MSMP SpaceAustralia$16M

DeFi

2 startups · $12M raised

  1. MMultiliquid-$8.0M
  2. BHBirch HillUnited States$4.0M

Construction

2 startups · $4.6M raised

  1. BBloquoBrazil$3.7M
  2. KKineDBDenmark$946K

Medical Devices

2 startups · $11M raised

  1. BABlue Arbor TechnologiesUnited States$11M
  2. SLSonoCare LabSouth Korea-

Beauty

2 startups · $12M raised

  1. SStryvSingapore$12M
  2. CHOSENChosen.fm develops a mobile application for streaming video.India-

Agtech

2 startups · $3.1M raised

  1. VAVitara AgritechGhana$2.0M
  2. NNNoor NationEgypt$1.1M

Defence Tech

2 startups · $5.3M raised

  1. PIPeregrine IndustriesUnited States$3.0M
  2. NSNova Spectral AIIndia$2.3M

Other sectors

14 startups · $48M raised

  1. AAAmerican Advanced MaterialsUnited States$13M
  2. RReFlyUnited Kingdom$11M
  3. ACAudio Chateau RecordsUnited States$9.0M
  4. RRotorsIndia$7.4M
  5. WWisableUnited States$5.0M
  6. DdubdubIndia$1.3M
  7. BBucketlistt.comIndia$798K
  8. MMaasiIndia$631K

All 112 startups

  1. Approaching.AIApproaching.AI was founded in 2023, with roots in the Institute of High Performance Computing at Tsinghua University.AIChina$193MSeries B · 29 Oct
  2. NCNano-core ChipAIAIChina$150MSeries C · 28 Oct
  3. FDFirehawk DefenseAerospace & SpaceAerospace & SpaceUnited States$150MSeries D · 28 Oct
  4. DDuloAIAIUnited States$130MSeed · 29 Oct
  5. BioGeometryBioGeometry is a Beijing-based biotech company that specializes in digital biology and AI applications in protein design and drug discovery.AIChina$100MSeries A · 28 Oct
  6. SBSetara BiosciencesBiotechBiotechUnited States$90MSeries A · 30 Oct
  7. Broccoli AIBroccoli AI is a technology company that specializes in AI-powered voice assistant solutions for home service businesses.AIUnited States$52MSeries B · 28 Oct
  8. FAFirst AnswerAIAIBrazil$47MPre-seed · 29 Oct
  9. ALABA LifeAIAIMorocco$40MGrowth · 29 Oct
  10. BitesBites is a Brazilian consulting firm based in São Paulo, specializing in data-driven insights for digital risk analysis and scenarEdtechUnited States$40MSeries A · 29 Oct
  11. MMachentaAIAIUnited Kingdom$40MSeed · 27 Oct
  12. OLOpentrons Labworks Inc.AIAIUnited States$40MSeries E · 29 Oct
  13. PhotonPayPhotonPay is a financial firm that provides FX management, collection, payouts, and other financial payment technology solutions.FintechHong Kong SAR China$40MSeries C · 29 Oct
  14. AvanteAvante Health Inc.AIUnited States$30MSeries A · 27 Oct
  15. SStimCardioBiotechBiotechUnited States$30MSeries A · 29 Oct
  16. NumeracleNumeracle, Inc.AIUnited States$28MSeries B · 29 Oct
  17. North Vector DynamicsNorth Vector Dynamics is Canada’s first full-spectrum air and missile defense company, based in Calgary, Alberta.Aerospace & SpaceCanada$20MSeries A · 26 Oct
  18. DTDream Technologies Inc.AIAIUnited States$17MSeed · 29 Oct
  19. CClarityCareAIAIUnited States$17MSeries A · 27 Oct
  20. MSMP SpaceAerospace & SpaceAerospace & SpaceAustralia$16MSeed · 27 Oct
  21. MMoSenseAIAIChina$15MSeed · 27 Oct
  22. EEEyez EntertainmentAIAISouth Korea$15MSeries A · 29 Oct
  23. LLive2.aiAIAIIndia$14MSeries B · 27 Oct
  24. TTendosAIAI-$13MSeed · 27 Oct
  25. COClinics On CloudHealthtechHealthtechIndia$13MSeries A · 26 Oct
  26. AAAmerican Advanced MaterialsOther sectorsOther sectorsUnited States$13MSeed · 28 Oct
  27. ABAtlas BioAIAISwitzerland$13MSeed · 27 Oct
  28. PParadevAIAIUnited States$12MSeed · 26 Oct
  29. SStryvBeautyBeautySingapore$12MSeries B · 27 Oct
  30. RReFlyOther sectorsOther sectorsUnited Kingdom$11MSeries A · 28 Oct
  31. NanoForge AINanoForge AI is a deep-tech startup based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2025.AISouth Korea$11MSeed · 30 Oct
  32. ALLOXALLOX is a techbio startup founded in 2023, emerging from Barcelona's Centre for Genomic Regulation.AISpain$11MSeed · 29 Oct
  33. BABlue Arbor TechnologiesMedical DevicesMedical DevicesUnited States$11MSeries A · 28 Oct
  34. AAvalonXAIAIUnited States$10MSeed · 30 Oct
  35. LLattixOriginAIAIChina$10MSeed · 28 Oct
  36. MatiksMatiks is a gamified mental math app designed to make arithmetic engaging and enjoyable.EdtechIndia$10MPre-seed · 26 Oct
  37. NINeuron IndustriesAIAIUnited States$10MSeed · 30 Oct
  38. ACAudio Chateau RecordsOther sectorsOther sectorsUnited States$9.0MSeries A · 29 Oct
  39. ShareWillowShareWillow is a New York-based SaaS company founded in 2023 that offers a profit-sharing management platform tailored for small businesses.AIUnited States$8.5MSeed · 29 Oct
  40. 00xPredicateFintechFintech-$8.0MSeries A · 27 Oct
  41. MMultiliquidDeFiDeFi-$8.0MSeed · 27 Oct
  42. RRotorsOther sectorsOther sectorsIndia$7.4MSeries A · 27 Oct
  43. CCancoreFintechFintech-$7.2MSeed · 27 Oct
  44. DLDalet LabsAIAI-$7.0MPre-seed · 28 Oct
  45. MMintiveAIAIFrance$7.0MSeed · 29 Oct
  46. NSNorthstar SecurityAIAIUnited States$7.0MSeed · 28 Oct
  47. Ii23AIAIUnited Kingdom$6.5MSeed · 29 Oct
  48. LetteLette AI is a Dublin-based proptech startup that specializes in property management through its agentic AI operating system.AIUnited Kingdom$6.5MSeed · 27 Oct
  49. Crux LabsCrux Labs is simplifying complex and expensive enterprise solutions to make affordable and consumable products for SME across the world.AIUnited States$6.0MSeed · 29 Oct
  50. SSYMX.AIAIAI-$6.0MSeries A · 27 Oct
  51. MochatradeMochatrade, also known as Mocha, is a fintech startup founded in 2026 and headquartered in New York.FintechIndia$5.5MSeed · 26 Oct
  52. ALPHA10XALPHA10X is an AI-native Decision Intelligence platform focused on the private markets sector.AIQatar$5.0MPre-seed · 29 Oct
  53. DropGenieScalable gene editing at the resolution of a single patientBiotechCanada$5.0MSeed · 26 Oct
  54. MetacognitionMetacognition is a platform powered by AI algorithms that simplifies processes, giving users complete co-reviewing and approvals.AIAustralia$5.0MPre-seed · 28 Oct
  55. NLNagare LabsAIAIUnited States$5.0MSeed · 26 Oct
  56. WWisableOther sectorsOther sectorsUnited States$5.0MSeed · 27 Oct
  57. DDirectlayerAIAIFrance$4.5MPre-seed · 27 Oct
  58. TTradlAIAIIndia$4.1MSeed · 26 Oct
  59. BHBirch HillDeFiDeFiUnited States$4.0MSeed · 28 Oct
  60. MostestMostest is an AI-powered event planning platform founded in 2022 and based in New York, NY.AIUnited States$4.0MSeed · 27 Oct
  61. BBloquoConstructionConstructionBrazil$3.7MSeed · 30 Oct
  62. AArtisoAIAISpain$3.4MPre-seed · 28 Oct
  63. AIAres IntelligenceAIAIUnited Kingdom$3.2MSeed · 30 Oct
  64. CCopySightAIAIUnited States$3.0MSeed · 30 Oct
  65. PIPeregrine IndustriesDefence TechDefence TechUnited States$3.0MPre-seed · 29 Oct
  66. VenttupVenttup Ventures Private Limited is a B2B engineering services startup based in Chennai, India, founded in 2021.AIIndia$3.0MPre-seed · 29 Oct
  67. JRJagruti Rehabilitation CentreHealthtechHealthtechIndia$2.9MSeries A · 29 Oct
  68. CColareAIAIUnited States$2.5MPre-seed · 26 Oct
  69. QQwikBuildAIAIIndia$2.3MPre-seed · 28 Oct
  70. NSNova Spectral AIDefence TechDefence TechIndia$2.3MSeed · 27 Oct
  71. WHWrapped HealthAIAIUnited States$2.1MPre-seed · 29 Oct
  72. VAVitara AgritechAgtechAgtechGhana$2.0MSeed · 26 Oct
  73. CGCopy GeekFintechFintechAustralia$2.0MPre-seed · 30 Oct
  74. OOmabitAIAIUnited States$2.0MSeed · 27 Oct
  75. CCortasAIAIDenmark$1.6MPre-seed · 27 Oct
  76. VXVUSE XREdtechEdtechGermany$1.3MPre-seed · 29 Oct
  77. DdubdubOther sectorsOther sectorsIndia$1.3MSeed · 27 Oct
  78. MManiculeAIAIIndia$1.3MSeed · 27 Oct
  79. MedikeaMedikea is a digital healthcare and telemedicine company based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.HealthtechTanzania$1.2MPre-seed · 26 Oct
  80. Urologic DesignUrologic Design is a developer of innovative urologic medical devices advancing minimally invasive treatments and patient outcomes.HealthtechUnited States$1.2MPre-seed · 29 Oct
  81. BFBot FoodAIAICanada$1.1MPre-seed · 29 Oct
  82. NNNoor NationAgtechAgtechEgypt$1.1MSeed · 28 Oct
  83. BBloomscoAIAICanada$1.0MPre-seed · 30 Oct
  84. KKineDBConstructionConstructionDenmark$946KPre-seed · 29 Oct
  85. GLORIAHGLORIAH objective is to build a brand that would serve women through all stages.HealthtechUnited Kingdom$800KSeed · 28 Oct
  86. BBucketlistt.comOther sectorsOther sectorsIndia$798KSeed · 26 Oct
  87. MMaasiOther sectorsOther sectorsIndia$631KPre-seed · 28 Oct
  88. ViatikLong distance carpoolingOther sectorsUruguay$600KSeed · 28 Oct
  89. CCopperPilotAIAIUnited States$390KPre-seed · 27 Oct
  90. TTensraiAIAIIndia$357KPre-seed · 29 Oct
  91. CYTOCYTO offers a platform for instant, secure money transfers between Angola and Europe.FintechAngola$40KSeed · 30 Oct
  92. AANAIDAIAISouth KoreaUndisclosedPre-seed · 26 Oct
  93. ARArchon RoboticsAIAIChinaUndisclosedSeed · 30 Oct
  94. ASAtomic SoftwareAIAIJapanUndisclosedSeries C · 26 Oct
  95. BBaishidaAdvanced ManufacturingAdvanced ManufacturingChinaUndisclosedSeed · 28 Oct
  96. BTBeijing Tongmei Xtal TechnologyOther sectorsOther sectorsChinaUndisclosedRound · 29 Oct
  97. BRBleu RoboticsAdvanced ManufacturingAdvanced ManufacturingFranceUndisclosedPre-seed · 29 Oct
  98. CHOSENChosen.fm develops a mobile application for streaming video.BeautyIndiaUndisclosedSeries A · 28 Oct
  99. CipherDataAI-Driven Security Operations PlatformAISouth KoreaUndisclosedSeed · 26 Oct
  100. CCrissCrossCRISSCROSS is a social search system with a drill-down search panel that allows users to find new friends with diverse interests.FintechSouth AfricaUndisclosedRound · 26 Oct
  101. HGHOUF GamesOther sectorsOther sectorsTürkiyeUndisclosedSeed · 31 Oct
  102. HTHypersphere TechnologyAIAIChinaUndisclosedRound · 26 Oct
  103. IWIDEABLE WORKSOther sectorsOther sectorsJapanUndisclosedSeries A · 28 Oct
  104. JJingshuoAIAIChinaUndisclosedPre-seed · 29 Oct
  105. LemeÉleme is a Brazilian software company specializing in maintenance and operational management for condominiums.EdtechBrazilUndisclosedPre-seed · 26 Oct
  106. NBNingbo Baishida Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.Advanced ManufacturingAdvanced ManufacturingChinaUndisclosedSeed · 28 Oct
  107. PLPercent LabsOther sectorsOther sectorsSyriaUndisclosedSeed · 31 Oct
  108. QAQBlack AIAIAISouth KoreaUndisclosedSeed · 26 Oct
  109. SLSonoCare LabMedical DevicesMedical DevicesSouth KoreaUndisclosedSeed · 29 Oct
  110. TNTalent NationAIAINigeriaUndisclosedPre-seed · 28 Oct
  111. TTThor TherapeuticsBiotechBiotechSouth KoreaUndisclosedSeries A · 1 Nov
  112. TTuruqOther sectorsOther sectorsEgyptUndisclosedSeed · 26 Oct

Every week

Week 45, 202680 new startups2–8 November 2026AI · Biotech · FintechWeek 44, 2026112 new startups26 October – 1 November 2026AI · Fintech · HealthtechWeek 43, 2026127 new startups19–25 October 2026AI · Fintech · HealthtechWeek 42, 202692 new startups12–18 October 2026AI · Fintech · BiotechWeek 41, 202666 new startups5–11 October 2026AI · Fintech · Aerospace & SpaceWeek 40, 202633 new startups28 September – 4 October 2026AI · Cleantech · Aerospace & SpaceWeek 39, 202637 new startups21–27 September 2026AI · Edtech · CleantechWeek 38, 202648 new startups14–20 September 2026AI · Cleantech · BiotechWeek 37, 202638 new startups7–13 September 2026AI · Biotech · ConstructionWeek 36, 202628 new startups31 August – 6 September 2026AI · Fintech · BiotechWeek 35, 202629 new startups24–30 August 2026AI · Biotech · CleantechWeek 34, 202623 new startups17–23 August 2026AI · Cleantech · AgtechWeek 33, 202611 new startups10–16 August 2026AIWeek 32, 202627 new startups3–9 August 2026AI · HealthtechWeek 31, 202619 new startups27 July – 2 August 2026AI · Aerospace & SpaceWeek 30, 202620 new startups20–26 July 2026AI · FintechWeek 29, 202619 new startups13–19 July 2026AI · Aerospace & SpaceWeek 28, 202620 new startups6–12 July 2026AIWeek 27, 202623 new startups29 June – 5 July 2026AI · Cleantech · HealthtechWeek 26, 202615 new startups22–28 June 2026AI · Biotech · FintechWeek 25, 202622 new startups15–21 June 2026AI · Biotech · FintechWeek 24, 202620 new startups8–14 June 2026AI · Cleantech · BiotechWeek 23, 202631 new startups1–7 June 2026AI · Fintech · Cleantech

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