Home/Daily Digest/August 2026Monthly ArchiveVC Funding — August 20263 rounds across 1 daily digest · 3 sourcesMost-mentioned companiesSmallest.ai×1Repeat founder Ryan Williams×1Paris-based Apolownia×1All digests in August 2026Sat, August 13 roundsVenture capital activity on July 31, 2026, saw continued investment across various sectors, with a notable focus on AI infrastructure and European university spinouts. The day's headlines highlighted significant funding rounds for companies like Fresh and Smallest.ai, alongside a broader trend of substantial capital allocation to academic innovation in Europe.← All daily digests