ByteAsk
ByteAsk develops AI coding agents for engineers working on C and C++ software in demanding industrial and technical environments.
$1MPre-seed
LeadEF
Entrepreneurs First
Activity from announced rounds
Activity in this selectionOct 6, 2026 · AI · Jan 1, 2026
Entrepreneurs First backs individuals before a company exists, helping them find a co-founder, develop an idea and form a business with a path into the US startup market.
Its matching process introduces candidates screened for complementary skills and working styles. Founders test potential partnerships through retreats, local cohorts and company-building work, with a dedicated adviser and a San Francisco-based partner.
EF offers an equity-free grant during ideation and up to $250,000 of investment after company formation. Support for the US phase includes office space, customer development, incorporation and relocation guidance, fundraising preparation and a San Francisco Demo Day.
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- Confirmed lead rounds
- 1 10 roles undisclosed
- New companies
- 13 First participation on record · 0 follow-on
- Funding in participating rounds
- $457.3M 12 disclosed · full round size, not this investor’s share
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Open Cosmos designs, manufactures and operates satellites and gives customers shared access to Earth-observation data, satellite connectivity and related mission services.
€300MFunding round
ParticipantCloudNC
CloudNC builds AI software for precision machining, helping machine shops develop CNC programs and quotes faster while keeping machinists in control of final decisions.
$20MSeries B extension
ParticipantPeripheral
Turns multi-camera sports broadcasts into navigable 3D environments using AI
$8.7MSeed
Role not disclosedUncovr
Develops AI that analyses surgical video to generate operative reports and coding recommendations
$7MSeed
Role not disclosedCerto
Develops AI-powered compliance automation for beauty and consumer goods companies across global markets
$4MSeed
Role not disclosedShatterdome Energy
AI-driven platform helping renewable energy operators trade and optimize power assets in volatile electricity markets
$3.5MPre-Seed
Role not disclosedDavis
Generates feasibility studies and architectural designs for early-stage real estate development
$5.5MPre-Seed
Role not disclosedHadean
Develops AI-powered digital wargaming and command-and-control capabilities.
UndisclosedUndisclosed
Role not disclosedMutable Tactics
Develops AI software to improve drone deployment in combat environments
$2.1MPre-Seed
Role not disclosedSeamflow
Develops AI software to streamline audits and approvals for testing inspection and certification organizations
$4.5MSeed
Role not disclosedAutomata
Builds AI-ready lab automation platforms for life sciences
$45MSeries C
Role not disclosedBiographica
Uses AI-driven discovery to develop next-generation crop traits and improve agricultural productivity and resilience
£7MUndisclosed
Role not disclosed