5 Interesting Startup Deals You May Have Missed In November: Mindful Drinking, AI Workers And A Doctor’s Office With No Doctor
Nov 29, 2023 - news.crunchbase.com
The article highlights five interesting startup deals that took place in December. San Francisco-based health tech startup Forward raised $100 million for its AI-powered "CarePods", which offer health evaluations and disease risk identification. Defense tech startup Wraithwatch secured an $8 million seed round to develop AI solutions for national security threats. Sunnyside, another San Francisco-based startup, raised $11.5 million for its app that helps users track and evaluate their drinking habits. Artisan AI, which builds human-like digital workers, secured a $2.3 million pre-seed round. Lastly, Austin-based Handraise closed a $6.4 million seed round for its AI tool that enhances the impact of press coverage for brands.
These deals reflect the growing interest and investment in AI technology across various sectors, including health tech, defense, lifestyle, and media. The startups are leveraging AI to offer innovative solutions, from health care delivery and national security to personal habit tracking and media strategy.
Key takeaways:
Health tech startup Forward raised $100 million in funding for its tech-enabled direct primary care business model and its proprietary “CarePods,” a self-contained, AI-powered doctor’s office.
Defense tech startup Wraithwatch secured an $8 million seed funding led by Founders Fund, aiming to use AI to fight off national threats.
Sunnyside, a San Francisco-based startup, raised an $11.5 million Series A to help people develop better drinking habits through its app and program.
Artisan AI, a startup that builds human-like digital workers, secured a $2.3 million pre-seed round, planning to release a workforce of digital workers next year.
Handraise, an Austin-based company, closed a $6.4 million seed round for its service that uses AI to increase the impact of the press coverage brands receive.
