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 10,457 recently funded seed companies with lead investors, funding amounts, and founding team data.
| Industry | Companies | Total Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) | 8 | $11.5M |
| Information Technology | 2 | Undisclosed |
| E-Commerce | 2 | $400K |
| AI Infrastructure | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Cyber Security | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Data Mining | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Audio | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Apps | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Renewable Energy | 1 | Undisclosed |
| B2B | 1 | $7.4M |
| City | Companies | Total Funding |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 6 | $3.0M |
| Dover | 3 | $400K |
| Mountain View | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Hohenweiler | 1 | Undisclosed |
| London | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Los Angeles | 1 | $7.7M |
| Warsaw | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Wroclaw | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Dublin | 1 | Undisclosed |
| Boulder | 1 | $7.4M |
C-Infinity develops AI software for data processing and automation for mechanical design and manufacturing.
Core Automation develops AI systems and research methodologies focused on automating complex knowledge work and scientific processes.
10x Science offers an AI software that analyzes protein data to characterize molecular structures and support biopharmaceutical research.
AI-powered detection platform that identifies coverage gaps, authors production-grade detections, and keeps them healthy over time
AiSDR is an AI-powered sales development platform that automates outbound and inbound lead generation process.
Moodsonic delivers generative audio technology for built environments, enhancing well-being and productivity through responsive sound.
Sleuth Insights is a business intelligence startup that specializes in AI-powered tools for the biopharmaceutical industry.
Zynt is an AI‑powered B2B sales intelligence platform that identifies buying triggers in every industry.
Making on-site wind power as accessible and scalable as solar panels for homes and businesses.
Seapoint provides startups with financial control by automating payroll, invoices, treasury, and bookkeeping through an AI-native account.
Schematic is a B2B SaaS platform designed to simplify pricing and packaging for software companies.
Exergy3 is a cleantech company that develops thermal energy storage solutions for industrial applications.
Orange Quantum Systems develops hardware and software solutions for testing and characterizing quantum chip performance.
Building fully autonomous, electric haulers for Class 8 freight
BuildForever build products that feel personal, magical and deeply human.
Qualitate provides real-time expert insights for investment and strategy teams.
Cosaic creates yeast-based natural emulsions that improve texture, stability, and clean labeling in dairy and plant-based foods.
PressBox offers AI-powered applications that empower sports & media organizations to scale personalized, engaging, content.
Neighbor Serve platform connects with trusted, locally owned residential contractors for painting, plumbing, and other services.
Uverest is the AI shopping agent for fashion
Bubble Robotics, a company focused on building advanced underwater robots.
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 10,457 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 10,457 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.
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