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AI cloud infrastructure startup Parasail has raised $32 million in a Series A funding round, as demand surges for scalable and cost-efficient compute solutions powering the next wave of AI applications and autonomous agents.The round was co-led by Touring Capital and Kindred Ventures, with participation from Samsung NEXT, Flume Ventures, Banyan Ventures, and existing investors, reflecting strong confidence in the rapidly evolving AI infrastructure market.Founded to simplify how developers deploy and scale AI models, Parasail is building what it calls an “AI Supercloud” a global compute layer that aggregates GPU resources from multiple providers and optimizes them for performance, cost, and scalability.As AI adoption accelerates, companies are increasingly moving away from centralized cloud providers toward more flexible, distributed compute systems. Parasail addresses this shift by enabling developers to deploy production-ready AI endpoints within minutes, without the need for complex infrastructure management or long-term contracts.The platform is designed to power AI agents and modern applications that require high-volume inference workloads, processing over 500 billion tokens daily across a global network of data centers.With the newly raised capital, Parasail plans to expand its AI Supercloud capabilities, enhance inference optimization, and strengthen partnerships across the global GPU and data center ecosystem.As the AI ecosystem shifts toward agent-based architectures and open models, infrastructure providers like Parasail are emerging as critical enablers, bridging the gap between fragmented compute supply and the growing demand for scalable, developer-controlled AI systems.

Copenhagen-based fintech startup Spektr has raised $20 million in a Series A funding round led by New Enterprise Associates (NEA), highlighting growing investor confidence in AI-driven compliance infrastructure for financial services.The round also saw participation from existing investors Northzone, Seedcamp, and PSV Tech, bringing the company’s total funding to nearly $26 million.Founded in 2023 by repeat entrepreneurs, Spektr is building an AI-powered compliance platform designed to eliminate the manual and time-intensive processes that dominate financial compliance workflows. The company combines configurable workflows with networks of specialized AI agents that perform tasks such as document verification, ownership mapping, and risk analysis work traditionally handled by human analysts.Despite years of investment in compliance technology, core processes like Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) remain heavily manual, requiring analysts to gather and interpret data from multiple sources. Spektr addresses this bottleneck by automating these processes, reducing hours of work into minutes while allowing compliance teams to focus on decision-making rather than data collection.The platform enables financial institutions to design their own onboarding and monitoring workflows, deploying AI agents within these systems to transform traditionally labor-intensive operations into scalable, automated processes. This shift is particularly critical as regulatory demands increase while organizations face pressure to operate more efficiently.Spektr already serves a growing list of clients, including fintech and enterprise platforms, and plans to use the new capital to expand its product capabilities, scale integrations, and accelerate global adoption of its compliance infrastructure.As AI continues to redefine enterprise operations, Spektr is positioning itself at the forefront of RegTech innovation, targeting one of the most complex and costly challenges in financial services compliance at scale.

Noida-based IoT and energy-tech startup Aliste Technologies has raised ₹30 crore (approximately $3.2 million) in a pre-Series A funding round, signaling growing investor interest in AI-driven energy optimization and smart infrastructure solutions.The round was led by Big Global JSC, with participation from YourNest VC and HBeon Labs, and structured as a mix of equity and debt financing- reflecting a balanced approach to scaling capital-intensive hardware and software solutions.Founded in 2021, Aliste is building an integrated IoT platform that enables enterprises to monitor, control, and optimize energy consumption across commercial environments. Its proprietary hardware seamlessly integrates with existing infrastructure, allowing businesses to improve operational efficiency without major system overhauls.The company has already deployed over 1.5 lakh IoT devices across more than 20 cities, tracking nearly 3 million units of energy consumption every month. Its solutions are widely used across sectors such as hospitality, retail, co-living, and restaurants, highlighting strong real-world adoption.Aliste claims its platform can reduce energy costs by up to 20%, while also contributing significantly to sustainability goals by cutting carbon emissions reportedly saving over 3.28 lakh kilograms of CO₂ every month.The newly raised capital will be used to strengthen research and development in energy-focused solutions and expand the distribution of its enterprise offerings. As businesses increasingly prioritize cost efficiency and sustainability, platforms like Aliste are emerging as critical infrastructure in the transition toward smarter, greener operations.With this funding, Aliste is positioning itself at the intersection of AI, IoT, and sustainability three megatrends shaping the future of enterprise technology and infrastructure.

India-based fuel-tech startup Nawgati is in advanced discussions to raise $5.2 million in a Series A funding round, with the company’s valuation expected to exceed $70 million, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey within the mobility-tech ecosystem.The upcoming round is likely to attract a diverse mix of investors, including listed companies, family offices, celebrities, and existing backers, reflecting growing confidence in Nawgati’s AI-driven approach to solving inefficiencies in fuel and mobility infrastructure.Founded as a fuel-tech platform, Nawgati is building a “vertical AI” solution for the mobility sector, leveraging deep learning and real-time analytics to optimize fuel station operations, reduce congestion, and improve efficiency for fleet operators and consumers alike.The company has already established an international footprint, with active deployments in markets such as Sri Lanka and the UAE, while also attracting interest from Western markets for large-scale adoption of its technology.The fresh capital will be used to accelerate global expansion, enhance its AI capabilities, and scale both its enterprise offerings and consumer-facing fueling app. Nawgati also plans to expand its dealer platform, Aaveg Pro, to onboard more fuel operators and petrol pump dealers across India.This funding round follows Nawgati’s earlier $2.5 million Pre-Series A raise backed by investors including Vyom Partners, Deepak Bhagnani Family Office, MeitY Startup Hub, and GAIL (India) Limited, highlighting sustained investor interest in the company’s growth trajectory.As global mobility systems increasingly adopt AI-driven infrastructure, Nawgati is positioning itself as a category-defining player in fuel-tech, aiming to transform how fuel networks operate through intelligent, data-driven platforms.

Czech innovation agency JIC has launched a €16.3 million venture fund, JIC Ventures, aimed at supporting pre-seed and seed-stage deep-tech startups across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), addressing a critical funding gap in the region’s early-stage ecosystem.The fund has already secured over €13 million in commitments and plans to invest in approximately 20 startups over the next four years, with individual investments of up to €1 million.JIC Ventures is focused on deep tech, SaaS, and advanced technology sectors, particularly in areas where early-stage capital remains scarce. Unlike many regional funds that prioritize later-stage investments, this initiative is designed to support founders at the earliest stages, where access to funding is often limited.The fund is backed by a diverse group of around 40 limited partners, including industrial real estate giant CTP, Czech banking leader Česká spořitelna, and investor Jan Barta, along with a mix of entrepreneurs, institutions, and even unconventional contributors such as the Diocese of Brno.JIC’s model combines public and private capital, with the South Moravian Region also participating as an investor, reflecting a hybrid approach aimed at strengthening the regional innovation ecosystem.What sets JIC Ventures apart is its deep integration with university ecosystems and startup incubation programs, allowing it to source high-potential startups directly from research environments rather than relying solely on market deal flow.With more than 20 years of experience supporting over 1,300 startups including companies like Kiwi.com and Y Soft JIC is now scaling its impact by transitioning from small co-investments to leading funding rounds and accelerating deal execution timelines.As Central and Eastern Europe continues to emerge as a growing hub for deep-tech innovation, the launch of JIC Ventures signals a broader shift toward building stronger early-stage funding infrastructure, enabling founders to scale globally without relocating to more mature ecosystems.

Finland-based industrial AI startup Treon has secured €6.8 million in a Series A extension round led by ACME Capital, marking a significant step toward advancing AI-driven automation across manufacturing and logistics ecosystems.The round also saw continued participation from existing investor Ventech, with ACME Capital joining the board to support Treon’s global scaling strategy. The investment reflects growing investor interest in “physical AI” and next-generation industrial technologies that bridge software, hardware, and real-world operations.Founded to transform industrial operations, Treon develops AI-native smart industry solutions that integrate predictive maintenance, advanced analytics, wireless sensors, and automated workflows into a unified cloud-based platform. Its systems are designed to provide real-time visibility and actionable insights across factory equipment, logistics environments, and OEM infrastructure.The company currently serves more than 200 customers globally, spanning manufacturing, material handling, and logistics sectors, highlighting strong traction and recurring revenue growth. Its platform is built to address a critical industry challenge managing increasingly complex asset fleets amid a shrinking skilled workforce.Treon is now focusing on what it calls “AI-native maintenance orchestration,” a shift from reactive and manual processes toward predictive and fully autonomous operations. This approach aims to significantly improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance productivity across industrial environments.The newly raised capital will be used to accelerate product development, expand global deployment, and strengthen its position as a foundational intelligence layer for industrial systems. The company is also set to showcase its latest innovations, including AI-powered industrial solutions, at Hannover Messe 2026.As industries worldwide increasingly adopt AI to optimize operations, Treon is positioning itself at the forefront of industrial transformation, enabling the transition toward autonomous, data-driven factories and logistics networks.