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From ResilienceVC bucks trends unveiling $56M fund to Anthropic now being valued at $61.5B after raising $3.5B.
US & International Startup & Tech News
ResilienceVC bucks trend, unveils $56M fund to back fintechs working on financial inclusion
ResilienceVC has launched a $56 million fund to invest in fintech startups focused on financial inclusion, a move that goes against the broader trend of declining venture capital interest in the fintech sector. The firm aims to support companies tackling issues such as access to credit, payment innovations, and financial literacy, particularly for underserved communities.
Source: TechCrunch
Maternity clinic Millie nabs $12M Series A from an all-star, all-female class of VCs
Millie, a maternity care clinic offering personalized prenatal and postpartum services, secured a $12 million Series A funding round led exclusively by female investors. The company plans to expand its care model, which integrates virtual and in-person services, aiming to address disparities in maternal healthcare in the U.S.
Source: TechCrunch
Fund F raises $28M to back diverse founders
Fund F has raised $28 million to invest in startups led by diverse founders, with a focus on businesses that have traditionally faced barriers to funding. The fund is particularly interested in companies innovating in fintech, healthtech, and sustainability across Europe.
Source: Sifted
Anthropic, which opened a Seattle office last year, now valued at $61.5B after raising $3.5B
AI company Anthropic has raised $3.5 billion in its latest funding round, increasing its valuation to $61.5 billion. The firm, known for its AI assistant Claude, is one of OpenAI's key competitors and continues to expand its research and development efforts, including a growing presence in Seattle.
Source: GeekWire
Newly launched Seattle cancer therapy startup Callio Therapeutics raises $187M
Callio Therapeutics, a biotech startup focused on novel cancer treatments, has secured $187 million in Series A funding. The company aims to develop precision oncology therapies that target hard-to-treat cancers, leveraging cutting-edge research in cell and gene therapy.
Source: GeekWire
Obvious Ventures, started by Twitter's Williams, raising $400 million
Obvious Ventures, the impact-focused VC firm co-founded by Twitter’s Evan Williams, is raising a $400 million fund to back startups that align with its mission of “world-positive” investments. The firm has previously backed companies in sectors such as climate tech, health, and ethical AI.
Source: Cnbc
LATAM Startup & Tech News
Sytrex raises $1.1M to automate financial processes with AI
Colombian startup Sytrex has raised $1.1 million to build AI-powered tools that automate financial processes for businesses, including invoicing, compliance, and transaction management. The company aims to reduce errors and improve efficiency for Latin American companies managing complex financial operations.
Source: LatamList
Evertec reports $1.126 billion in net income during 2024
Evertec, a leading payment processing and financial services company, reported a net income of $1.126 billion for 2024. The Puerto Rico-based company continues expanding its footprint in Latin America, focusing on digital payment solutions and fintech partnerships.
Source: ElNuevoDia
Maxxa raises $10.6M in debt to expand SME lending in Chile
Chilean fintech Maxxa secured $10.6 million in debt financing to expand its lending services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company aims to improve financial inclusion for SMEs by offering flexible credit options with streamlined approval processes.
Source: LatamList
Yavendio raises $850K pre-seed round
Yavendio, a fintech startup focused on real estate financing, raised $850,000 in pre-seed funding. The company is developing a digital platform that helps property buyers access better financing options with faster approval times.
Source: LatamList
Brick raises $865K seed round
Brazilian insurtech Brick secured an $865,000 seed round to enhance its AI-driven risk assessment platform for car rental companies. The company helps automate fraud detection and pricing strategies to optimize operations for vehicle rental businesses.
Source: LatamList
Open Meta City secures $20M commitment
Open Meta City, a startup developing a decentralized virtual world, has secured a $20 million commitment to expand its metaverse infrastructure. The funds will be used to enhance virtual real estate, social interactions, and blockchain-powered digital assets.
Source: ADVFN
Advolve.ai raises $5.3M seed round led by Canary
Brazilian AI-powered marketing startup Advolve.ai raised $5.3 million in a seed round led by Canary. The company specializes in automating creative advertising campaigns, helping brands generate high-performing ads with minimal manual effort.
Source: LatamList
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