Seed stage companies are early-stage startups that have validated their initial concept and are building traction. These companies typically raise $500K-$3M to develop their product and acquire first customers.
Explore 24,429 recently funded seed companies with lead investors, funding amounts, and founding team data.
| Industry | Companies | Total Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) | 5 | $20.6M |
| Health Care | 2 | $4.9M |
| Developer Tools | 1 | $250K |
| Clean Energy | 1 | $5.8M |
| Biopharma | 1 | $9.5M |
| Brand Marketing | 1 | $3.8M |
| Automotive | 1 | $13.9M |
| Architecture | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Data Management | 1 | $2.3M |
| Financial Services | 1 | $150K |
| City | Companies | Total Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Northampton | 1 | $3.9M |
| California City | 1 | $12.0M |
| North Miami Beach | 1 | $250K |
| Oxford | 1 | $5.8M |
| San Carlos | 1 | $9.5M |
| Palm Coast | 1 | $3.8M |
| Cincinnati | 1 | $3.9M |
| Richardson | 1 | $13.9M |
| São Paulo | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Sydney | 1 | $1.0M |
iFAST is addressing the Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing market, reducing the spread of antimicrobial resistance.
Itera provides digital consulting, AI, cloud, software development and technology services for businesses across industries.
My Shop technologies provides AI-powered order management and online ordering solutions for independent restaurants and local stores.
Caudal Energy develops bio-inspired tidal energy systems delivering predictable, low-impact renewable power from ocean currents.
Protuoso Biosciences develops next-generation multifunctional biologics designed to address complex disease biology.
Qrious insight is an international data company that enables brands to get a 360-degree view of mobile audience behavior.
TeamCentral is an AI platform that combines no-code integration, connectors, and governance to unify data and unlock insights.
Transcend Semiconductor develops high-speed vehicle bus chips with a focus on quality and innovation.
Arquiteto de Bolso provides online interior design consultations delivering affordable, fast, and personalized home solutions.
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AI-DataScience offers AI-driven SaaS solutions for healthcare, HR, and management, enhancing diagnostics and business insights.
Clear Current is an AI-driven platform designed to serve as the "nerve center" for energy operations.
Ecomer data integrated data collection and analysis solutions and innovative applications offer a wide range of functionalities.
Unlocking financial opportunities for micro and small businesses in Africa
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RNatives develops RNA-based therapies for cardiovascular diseases, focusing on RNA activation of VEGFA.
Boataround is a motorboat, yacht, and catamaran rental service company.
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Allobee is an entrepreneur marketplace that provides truly flexible work to those who have abandoned the traditional.
Alternative Plants is a plant based healthcare company that offers active ingredients from rare medicinal plants.
BIA Controls specializes in installing and maintaining energy management, loading control systems, and building automation.
MPLEX is a virtual reality (VR) development company.
OlaClick is an AI-powered restaurant management platform offering digital menus, POS systems, and automated delivery tools.
ReadySet is a virtual reality platform for consumer goods companies and retailers to innovate.
Fast Forward is a technology company that designs automated inspection systems and patrol documentations for electric lines.
Seed funding is typically the first significant round of institutional or angel capital a startup raises. Companies at the seed stage usually have a working product or a strong prototype and are beginning to acquire early customers. This stage bridges the gap between concept validation and achieving the traction needed for a Series A.
$500K - $5M
The actual amount varies based on market conditions, company traction, and investor appetite.
Seed funding is used to refine the product based on early customer feedback, build out the core team (typically engineering and go-to-market roles), establish initial go-to-market channels, and generate enough traction to raise a Series A within 12-18 months.
Seed-stage investors include angel investors, seed-focused venture capital firms, and accelerator programs. Notable seed-stage investors include firms like First Round Capital, Precursor Ventures, and Initialized Capital, as well as individual angels with domain expertise.
Seed-stage startups are typically evaluated on early revenue or user growth, the size and defensibility of their target market, product-market fit signals, and the strength of the founding team. Monthly recurring revenue (MRR) in the low five figures or strong user engagement metrics are common benchmarks.
Based on 24,429 seed companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.
Finding companies that have recently raised seed funding is valuable for sales teams, investors, recruiters, and service providers. Seed startups are actively spending their newly raised capital on tools, talent, and services, making them ideal prospects. VCBacked tracks 24,429 seed companies with verified founder contact information, updated regularly as new rounds are announced.
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