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Recently Funded Seed Startups

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 33,142 recently funded seed companies with lead investors, funding amounts, and founding team data.

Last updated: July 2026
Total Companies
33,142
Total Funding
$53.2M
Avg Funding
$2.1M
Global Reach
9
countries

Top Industries for Seed Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Artificial Intelligence (AI)3$12.2M
Information Technology2$1.3M
Gaming2$2.5M
Blockchain2$3.5M
Digital Marketing1$400K
Analytics1$2.3M
Apps1$1.6M
Construction1$4.4M
Mobile Apps1$1.6M
Mobile1$1.7M

Seed Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
New York5$6.0M
Wilmington1$250K
Tokyo1$1.0M
Novi1$400K
Nersingen1$2.3M
Frankfurt1$1.6M
Berlin1$4.4M
Dublin1$1.5M
Decatur1$1.6M
Austin1$1.7M

Recently Funded Seed Companies

Export
Wilmington, United States
Information Technology

BORD equips & manages IT assets for distributed teams across LATAM, enabling fast onboarding, reliable support, and multi-country logistics.

$250K raised
Aug 2024
Tokyo, Japan
Information Technology

Blankr is a software company that develops websites and applications for interactions in online events.

$1.0M raised
Aug 2024
Novi, United States
Digital Marketing

De-anonymize 50-70% of US web traffic down to the exact visitor on your website.

$400K raised
Aug 2024
Nersingen, Germany
Analytics

DC Connected is a technology company focused on AI‑powered vehicle diagnostics and maintenance tools.

$2.3M raised
Aug 2024
Frankfurt, Germany
Apps

Louco is the first AI-powered platform transforming event discovery with personalized suggestions based on users preferences & interests.

$1.6M raised
Aug 2024
Berlin, Germany
Construction

Ecopals develops sustainable solutions for road construction.

$4.4M raised
Aug 2024
Dublin, Ireland
Gaming

MixRift is a gaming company that specializes in designing and developing interactive and mixed-reality gaming experiences.

$1.5M raised
Aug 2024
Decatur, United States
Mobile Apps

why?! is a discussion app that helps connect people and foster conversations.

$1.6M raised
Aug 2024
Austin, United States
Mobile

Fireproof is the developer of a real-time, open-source document database that is lightweight enough to run practically anyplace.

$1.7M raised
Aug 2024
Portland, United States
Distillery

Virunga Potato Company is a wine and spirits company that offers alcoholic beverages made from potatoes.

$1.5M raised
Aug 2024
Atlanta, United States
Retail

Brady Wellness Holdings BKD is a retail company.

$500K raised
Aug 2024
New York, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Multiplayer is a collaborative tool that enables distributed development team cooperation.

$3.0M raised
Aug 2023
New York, United States
Bitcoin

VIP3 is the FIRST all-in-one web3 benefits and membership platform, providing users with rewards and discount.

$2.0M raised
Aug 2023
Istanbul, Turkey
Gaming

Veloxia develops mobile games for casual players across simulation and strategy genres.

$950K raised
Aug 2023
New York, United States
Financial Services

OptimX Markets is an independent, venue-neutral block trading solution.

$750K raised
Aug 2023
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Consumer Electronics

Oladance is a business that is at the forefront of creating top-notch audio goods to meet the demands of music enthusiasts.

$10.0M raised
Aug 2023
San Francisco, United States
Blockchain

UnshETH is a DeFi protocol that aims to reshape the landscape of Ethereum.

$3.3M raised
Aug 2023
Praha, Czech Republic
Insurance

Tuito give e-commerce shoppers straightforward insurance with a tempting offer.

$1.1M raised
Aug 2023
Sariyer, Turkey
Credit

Erguvan is a carbon credits trading platform that connects buyers and developers of renewable energy projects.

$733K raised
Aug 2023
Santiago, Chile
B2B

Envíame is a web platform that allows any company to automatically use any available delivery service, without worrying about technology.

$1.0M raised
Aug 2021
New York, United States
Craft Beer

XED Beverage is a retail company that offers and sells health-conscious beverage brands for adults.

Aug 2021
New York, United States
Blockchain

Gamified DeFi ecosystem. High-Profit Yield Farming. Smart NFT assets. Multichain DEX. Cross-chain bridge.

$200K raised
Aug 2021
Chandler, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Menos AI develops AI-driven agentic workforces to optimize asset management, automate tasks, and analyze data.

$5.2M raised
Aug 2025
Tempe, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

VigilanteX provides mobile surveillance solutions for industries such as construction, oil and gas, law enforcement, and disaster relief.

$4.0M raised
Aug 2025
Rome, Italy
Consumer Goods

Alter Eco Pulp is a fiber molding company that processes waste and natural cellulose fibers to manufacture disposable products.

$4.1M raised
Aug 2025
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What is Seed Funding?

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.

Typical Funding Range

$500K - $5M

The actual amount varies based on market conditions, company traction, and investor appetite.

What It's Used For

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.

Who Invests at the Seed Stage?

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.

Key Metrics Investors Evaluate

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.

Seed Funding Trends

Based on 33,142 seed companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.

Average Funding
$2.1M
Funded Last 12 Months
3
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Seed Funding

2 companies
2 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Seed Startups

1.New York
5 companies
2.Wilmington
1 companies
3.Tokyo
1 companies
4.Novi
1 companies
5.Nersingen
1 companies

How to Find Seed Startups

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 33,142 seed companies with verified founder contact information, updated regularly as new rounds are announced.

You can narrow your search by filtering companies by industry vertical, city or region, or by exploring specific combinations such as Seed artificial intelligence (ai) companies. Each company profile includes funding details, founder names, and contact information to help you reach out directly.

For a broader view of the startup funding landscape, explore all funding stages or browse companies by our full company directory. Whether you are looking for early-stage startups to invest in or growth-stage companies to sell to, VCBacked provides the data you need to identify and connect with the right companies.

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