Startups of the Month 🚀 August Edition
In August, corporations set their sights on AI startups
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⏩ In August, corporations set their sights on AI startups | ||
🤖 Among the most sought-after startups by corporations and investors, 53% were AI-driven, with the majority falling under the "AI First" category. | ||
The term AI First, coined by Sling Hub, refers to startups where the core product or service is fundamentally powered by AI. In these cases, AI isn't just an add-on—it's the foundation, without which the product wouldn't be feasible or even exist. | ||
The TOP1 spot in Startups of the Month 🚀 August Edition goes to Darwin AI, with smarters taking 2nd place. Both Darwin AI and smarters are SalesTechs, training AI agents for WhatsApp and other communication channels. | ||
Antecipa and Liber Capital share the 3rd position. These two FinTech startups specialize in receivables financing. | ||
Other notable mentions include Fintalk and Yuna, the only startups in the ranking to secure funding in 2024. | ||
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Degusto, a FoodTech specializing in artisanal spirits, raises USD $150K in an open round via the EqSeed platform | ||
Gringo, an app simplifying life for drivers, raises USD $12M in a round led by Moore Capital | ||
Arvo, an AI platform ensuring transaction integrity in healthcare, secures USD $4.4M in a funding round led by Canary and K50, with participation from Latitud, Preface and Endeavor Scale-Up Ventures | ||
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Botanical Solution secured USD $7.6M in a Series A extension round, bringing its total funding to $23.3M | ||
Stori, a Mexican unicorn, raises USD $212M in a debt and equity deal | ||
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