$904M raised by 48 companies

Discover today's top funding news in healthtech, agtech, and AI enterprise solutions, plus a deep dive into ChapsVision's $90M AI boost!

Daily Funding Highlights

$150M (Series A-1)

Avenzo Therapeutics raised an impressive $150 million in an oversubscribed Series A-1 round to accelerate its pioneering oncology treatments. The company is developing AVZ-021, a next-generation CDK2 inhibitor targeting drug-resistant cancers, with a focus on metastatic breast cancer.

$15M (Series A)

CommBox secured $15 million to enhance its AI-powered platform for customer communication. By unifying customer interaction channels and leveraging advanced conversational AI, CommBox provides seamless automation and improved user experiences. The company’s tools are particularly appealing for businesses aiming to scale personalized customer engagement while reducing operational costs.

$20M (Venture Round)

Moonvalley, a sustainable agri-tech startup, closed a $20 million funding round to further its work in optimizing agricultural efficiency and reducing environmental footprints. Focused on data-driven solutions for farmers, Moonvalley’s technologies are designed to maximize yields and minimize waste. This funding positions it as a key innovator addressing global food security challenges.

Funding Roundup

Industry Trends & Analysis

Healthtech on the Rise: The AI Revolution Continues


Healthtech continues to dominate funding news, particularly with companies integrating artificial intelligence into their solutions. Today's standout, Avenzo Therapeutics, highlights a broader trend of AI becoming central to healthcare innovation. Approximately 38% of healthtech funding in 2024 has gone toward AI-driven solutions, reflecting their potential to streamline administrative tasks, enhance clinical documentation, and even revolutionize patient care through predictive analytics and automation. Analysts predict the growth of "AI Services-as-Software," where AI doesn't just support workflows but delivers complete services autonomously, as a game-changer for operational efficiency in healthcare​.

AgTech Gaining Momentum: Sustainability and Food Security


Moonvalley's recent funding underscores the increasing importance of AgTech in addressing global challenges. Innovations such as precision fermentation and AI-enabled smart farming are redefining how we approach food production and environmental sustainability. Startups in this space are leveraging technology to optimize resource use and adapt to climate change, ensuring food security for a growing global population. These technologies, from IoT-enabled systems to generative AI applications in crop monitoring, are vital for sustainable agriculture practices​.

AI as a Catalyst for Customer Experience in Enterprise Tech


CommBox’s funding highlights the growing demand for AI-driven solutions in enterprise software. With AI reshaping customer experience management, companies are focusing on personalization, efficiency, and predictive analytics. By integrating these tools, businesses aim to improve customer satisfaction while reducing operational burdens. This aligns with broader market trends of enterprises investing heavily in AI to remain competitive​.

Featured Company Spotlight

Amount: $90M
Round: Series C
Lead Investors: Tikehau Capital, Bpifrance, Qualium Investissement, GENEO Capital, Jolt Capital

Company Profile:


ChapsVision, a French AI powerhouse, specializes in data processing and digital transformation. Its flagship platform, ArgonOS, integrates advanced AI capabilities to empower businesses and public entities with actionable insights from diverse datasets. The company also focuses on sovereign data processing, catering to industries such as life sciences, aerospace, and finance.

Recent Milestones:


This funding round supports ChapsVision's acquisition of Sinequa, a leader in enterprise search and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) technologies. This move expands ChapsVision's portfolio and reinforces its global presence.

Leadership:


Olivier Dellenbach, founder and CEO, drives the company’s vision of delivering innovative data intelligence solutions. Sinequa’s leadership, including Alexandre Bilger, now contributes to ChapsVision's growth strategy.

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