They also outlined a bold AI-enabled roll-up strategy to build the all-in-one Human + AI business communication platform that challenges the traditional agency-consulting model.

“Our customers care about outcomes, not products. Not just slides, but great business communication. While services businesses have traditionally provided these outcomes, AI makes a new reality possible,” says Rajat Mishra, founder and CEO of Prezent AI. “Our north star is to provide experts when you need them and AI acceleration everywhere. That way we deliver the outcome of great business communication – faster, better, cheaper.”

Unlike generic AI tools, Prezent AI was built by experts who understand the unique language, regulations, and needs of the industries it serves. Prezent AI provides real ROI to enterprise companies serving many F2000 LifeSciences and Technology companies at scale.

With Prezentium joining the platform, Prezent AI takes a step towards building the complete AI + human-augmented business communication solution. “We have been GTM partners for a while and share the same customer obsession,” says Deepti Juturu, founder and CEO of Prezentium. “With the AI expertise of Prezent AI, we can supercharge our flagship Christmas-in-an-inbox Overnight Presentations service and introduce new AI-enabled services.”

The $30M funding was led by Multiplier Capital, Greycroft and Nomura Strategic Ventures with participation of existing investors like True Global Ventures, Emergent Ventures, West Wave Capital, BluePointe Ventures, Alumni Ventures and other investors. “Prezent stands out as a category-defining company operating at the intersection of AI, communication, and enterprise productivity. We invest in high-growth businesses delivering mission-critical solutions, and Prezent’s platform—combined with its bold acquisition strategy—has the potential to reshape how enterprises communicate at scale,” said Ash Vaidya, Managing Director at Multiplier Capital. The acquisition marks a bold step in Prezent AI’s mission to disrupt traditional agencies and consultancy models, which are often slow, expensive, and inefficient. Prezent AI combines advanced AI, domain-specific software, and human expertise into one system, allowing organizations to:

• Crunch complex clinical data and create deeply contextual decks for Commercial and R&D teams in minutes, not weeks.
• Create brand-aligned compelling sales narratives and QBR decks in minutes, not days.
• Work with a Forward-deployed Presentation Engineer to apply human creativity where it matters, accelerated by AI everywhere else.
• Autonomously create and transform brand-aligned presentations in IT workflows with an easy-to-use API and presentation agents.
• Build a Company Presentation Brain, where knowledge compounds and communication accelerates over time.

“The average enterprise has 15 different agencies and tools for business communication which is inefficient and ineffective,” says Rajat Mishra. “This acquisition is the start of a new chapter in building a complete AI + human-augmented lifecycle solution, supporting presentations from initial idea and narrative development, through slide creation and practice, to execution and delivery. More to come!”

With this funding round and acquisition, Prezent AI is now valued at $400M. On-track to become the first enterprise business communication unicorn.

About Prezent AI
Prezent AI is an AI-powered business communication platform helping organizations create, optimize, and deliver high-impact presentations. Headquartered in Los Altos, Prezent AI serves clients across life sciences, technology, and manufacturing, combining AI, software, and expert human services into one integrated system. Learn more at Prezent.ai.

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HONG KONG, Oct. 13, 2025 — In a major development for China’s cosmetic industry, CHANDO Group, a leading homegrown cosmetics brand, has completed a new round of financing. Harvest Capital has invested ¥300 million (over US$40 million) in this round, with global beauty giant L’Oréal also participating as an industrial partner. This historic collaboration signals the beginning of a new chapter for CHANDO Group, as it joins forces with well-known consumer funds and international industry leaders to propel the company toward high-quality, sustainable growth.

Two Decades of Beauty Leadership: Building a Multi-Brand, Full Supply Chain, and Digitally-Driven Enterprise

Founded in 2001, CHANDO Group has consistently adhered to its brand philosophy, “Beautiful, as you are.” dedicating itself to providing consumers worldwide with affordable, high-quality products for beauty and healthy living. According to data from Frost & Sullivan, as of 2024, CHANDO is the third-largest Chinese cosmetics group by retail sales. Its flagship brand, CHANDO, has ranked among the top two Chinese beauty brands by retail sales every year from 2013 to 2024, showcasing the company’s resilience across industry cycles.

Over the past two decades, CHANDO Group has evolved into a comprehensive enterprise that encompasses independent raw material sourcing, R&D, and manufacturing, with a fully integrated digital operating system and efficient direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels. Leveraging its robust capabilities, the company has expanded its portfolio to include multiple brands, such as CHANDO, Perfection Research, Chunxia, Meisu, and Jichu, covering a wide range of product categories including skincare, cosmetics, personal care, men’s grooming, and baby care.

Technology-Driven Beauty Innovation: Consistent Breakthroughs in R&D

In a highly competitive China beauty market, CHANDO Group has remained a frontrunner by relentlessly driving brand innovation through technology. The company is committed to meeting consumers’ demand for products that deliver both efficacy and beauty. Amidst the rise of countless “internet celebrity” brands, CHANDO’s enduring market leadership is due to its unwavering focus on long-term strategy, putting consumers at the center, and continuously investing in core business elements that create differentiated consumer experiences.

Nowadays, CHANDO has a team of 154 highly skilled researchers with expertise in fields like life sciences, material sciences, and applied chemistry. The company has also formed strategic partnerships with renowned medical institutions, including Huashan Hospital and the National Children’s Medical Center (Fudan University Children’s Hospital).

Since 2013, CHANDO has been at the forefront of microbial fermentation research, with independent research centers in locations such as Shanghai and Nyingchi, Tibet. The company has successfully developed several proprietary core ingredients, including “Ximoin,” “Blue Copper Peptide,” and “Space Ginseng Yeast,” making it the first Chinese cosmetics company to hold independent intellectual property rights in yeast-based ingredients. In partnership with China’s aerospace program, CHANDO is also exploring skincare challenges in space environments, further pushing the boundaries of skincare science.

Digital Transformation: Leading Industry Innovation

In addition to its innovation in R&D, CHANDO Group’s sustained success is also attributed to its forward-thinking approach to industry transformation. Not satisfied with merely being a leader in offline beauty retail, the company launched its digital transformation strategy in 2019. With a “digital-driven decision-making” philosophy, CHANDO has worked to build a consumer-centric, agile, and continuously evolving organization. The company was among the first in the cosmetics industry to implement advanced digital management tools, such as “Unified Inventory” and “Cloud Stores”, setting new benchmarks for the industry.

CHANDO’s digital strategy has enabled the company to establish an end-to-end digital business operation, including supply chain management, inventory control, production management, sales and marketing, logistics, and consumer data analysis. This comprehensive digital framework has significantly improved operational efficiency and decision-making quality, enhancing the company’s overall performance.

Harvest Capital’s Deep Involvement: Boosting Quality and Efficiency

Harvest Capital strongly aligns with CHANDO Group’s development strategy, which focuses on “cultivating lifetime consumer value” and “driven by digitalization and technology.” The firm values the company’s solid R&D capabilities and admires the founder’s entrepreneurial spirit, which emphasizes focus, continuous innovation, and organizational evolution. Since 2021, Harvest Capital has conducted in-depth research on CHANDO Group, assembling a team of professionals from various fields—including business, finance, and legal experts—to provide strategic planning, comprehensive budget management, and organizational support.

Focused on improving operational efficiency, Harvest Capital has helped CHANDO establish a comprehensive budgeting system centered around ROE (return on equity). The team participates in monthly business review meetings, collaborating with internal teams to identify areas for improvement. Additionally, Harvest Capital has helped the company optimize its DTC channel investments and growth, incorporating advanced industry methodologies and best practices to improve data quality and enhance marketing efficiency. Notably, while continuing to expand its offline retail presence, CHANDO has successfully developed an effective DTC channel, with online sales now accounting for 68.8% of its revenue. The brand has performed particularly well in the rapidly growing content e-commerce sector.

In 2023, based on its deep understanding of the industry and CHANDO Group, Harvest Capital provided comprehensive recommendations for the company’s five-year strategic plan. These insights were well-received by CHANDO’s management and have helped shape a clear roadmap for the company’s high-quality development. Moving forward, Harvest Capital will continue to support CHANDO’s listing and further growth, leveraging its post-investment support systems and extensive resources in the consumer sector.

A Shared Vision for the Future: Building a World-Leading Beauty Group

According to CBNData, China beauty brands accounted for about 55.2% of the market share in 2024, securing a dominant position. However, the market concentration of the top five brands remains in the single digits, a stark contrast to the maturity of mature markets. This signals that the industry is entering a crucial stage, transitioning from a “mass rise” to “leader concentration.” In this transition, industry leaders with core technologies, full supply chain advantages, and digital capabilities will play a key role in market consolidation. Harvest Capital firmly believes that as beauty brands grow stronger, China will soon produce world-class beauty groups.

Despite macroeconomic pressures, the underlying demand for beauty and self-care remains strong and stable. For the mass market, rational consumption is becoming the norm, and consumers are increasingly seeking “high-quality, affordable” products. Brands that can deeply understand consumer needs, drive supply with demand, and consistently create value for consumers by offering high-quality products will emerge as the winners in any economic cycle. With over two decades of industry experience and a strong digital transformation advantage, CHANDO Group is well-positioned to lead this trend.

This collaboration is a strategic alignment based on a shared long-term vision: to build a leading beauty brand and establish a world-class enterprise. It also represents Harvest Capital’s commitment to supporting China’s consumption sector and empowering national brands.

As Harvest Capital’s founding partner and chairman, Alan Song Xiangqian, stated, “Consumption is the stabilizer and ballast of China’s economy. We remain confident in the long-term growth potential of beauty brands and are committed to supporting Chinese companies like CHANDO, which are driven by technology, digitalization, and long-term vision, to become world-class national brands.”

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SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 13, 2025 — Flux Capital, a leading venture capital fund founded by Los Angeles investor Ari Stiegler, today announced it has been named Allocator One’s “Breakout Fund of the Year.” The honor follows a competitive review of hundreds of emerging managers on the Allocator One platform and underscores Flux Capital’s strong track record in portfolio construction, rigorous risk management, and commitment to transparent reporting.

Allocator One serves as a critical fund of funds in the venture capital industry, by reviewing over 800 funds per year, and choosing the highest quality funds to invest in. As a platform they act as a filter for investors, provide tools for due diligence, document management, and performance monitoring.

The “Breakout Fund of the Year” designation reflects strong performance metrics alongside operational quality evaluated through the platform’s assessment process. The competition, which drew participation from hundreds of emerging venture capital fund managers seeking institutional and professional investor capital, judged participants on a combination of performance metrics, and operational capability. By winning this award, Flux Capital has demonstrated its ability to meet the stringent criteria set by institutional investors worldwide.

“Today’s venture market rewards discipline over hype,” said Ari Stiegler, Founder of Flux Capital. “This award recognizes our focus on underwriting rigor, operational excellence, and delivering real outcomes for limited partners—not just paper markups. We’re grateful to our LPs, our portfolio founders, and the team whose work made this possible.”

Flux Capital invests in category-defining companies at the earliest stages, emphasizing repeatable sourcing, concentrated conviction, and active portfolio support to deliver differentiated results for its investors. This latest recognition further solidifies its position as a forward-thinking manager in the increasingly competitive alternative investment landscape. The firm plans to build on this momentum in 2026.

About Flux Capital

Flux Capital is a venture capital fund focused on delivering absolute returns through rigorous research and dynamic portfolio management. Founded by Ari Stiegler, the firm is committed to transparency, disciplined risk management, and fostering long-term partnerships with its investors.

Contact:

Ari Stiegler
Flux Capital
619.985.1889
[email protected]

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Irys’s AI-native operating system replaces decades-old systems with scalable, intelligent technology —signaling a new era for insurance distribution modernization and investor confidence in the sector.

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 13, 2025 — Irys, the company rebuilding insurance infrastructure from the ground up, today announced a $12.5 million seed round led by Markd, with participation from Deepwork Capital, Florida Opportunity Fund, Ansay & Associates, HICO Ventures, and JMG Capital.

The round gives Irys fresh capital to expand engineering, accelerate implementation, and scale distribution partnerships across the U.S and Canada. It also underscores a resurgence of investor confidence in insurance infrastructure, coming shortly after Markd’s own $500 million fundraise to back transformative insurtechs.

“For 15 years I ran agencies on tech that didn’t care if it was usable,” said Margeaux Giles, CEO of Irys. “The industry’s been trapped in contracts, broken platforms, and empty promises. It’s eroded the trust agents fight to build every day with their clients. Irys is how we fix that.”

Irys replaces outdated systems with an AI-native, integration-agnostic operating platform that unifies financials, operations, and sales and client data in real time. The system communicates across tools and between AIs, enabling automation that scales service capacity and profitability without adding staff.

“We’ve seen what simple automation can do,” Giles said. “If basic AI can double a service rep’s book from $200K to $500K — imagine what agentic AI can do for an organization that can actually implement it.”

Already, Irys supports several top brokerages and MGAs representing close to $1 billion in active written premium, and the company is forming agency cohorts to pilot its frictionless, no-data-migration approach to implementation.

“The market has confirmed- insurance leaders are done stacking third-party tools just to work around outdated systems,” said Parker Beauchamp, Managing Partner at Markd. “Irys isn’t just a new AMS, it’s the whole backbone. It runs CRM, analytics, accounting, tasks, and document management, all in one place. It’s the infrastructure that works.”

The raise comes as insurtech investment rebounds, with global funding up 28% last quarter according to Gallagher Re, and capital flowing toward platforms that deliver real infrastructure change. With its decentralized backend, open APIs, and agentic AI facilitation, Irys is positioning itself as the operational hub for the next generation of insurance enterprises.

“OpenAI and Google are rewriting what’s possible every six weeks,” Giles said. “Insurance can’t afford to be a generation behind. Irys is the bridge between their innovation and our industry.”

With this funding, Irys will expand its engineering and customer success teams, scale distribution partnerships, and roll out new AI-driven modules for accounting, analytics, and submission management in early 2026.

About Irys

Irys builds insurance software that actually works. Its AI-native, integration-agnostic core insurance operating system replaces bloated legacy systems with scalable, intelligent technology that moves as fast as modern business. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, Irys enables agencies, MGAs, and carriers to automate workflows, unify data, and modernize without disruption.

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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Oct. 13, 2025 — Liquid Wind receives support from Industriklivet, the Swedish Energy Agency’s program supporting Swedish industry’s green transition, amounting to €3.6 million (SEK39 million), for the pre-engineering of the company’s full-scale eMethanol plant in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. 

The Swedish Energy Agency has assessed that the project will provide a solid foundation for Liquid Wind to move toward an investment decision for the planned eFuel facility. The project is expected to pave the way for a future investment that will significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions by replacing fossil fuels in hard-to-abate sectors such as shipping, aviation, and the chemical industry.

According to the Agency, the project’s goals and research focus are well aligned with the purpose of Industriklivet — to drive the transition toward lower carbon emissions and a more sustainable industrial sector.

“We are pleased to receive the Industriklivet support for our project in Örnsköldsvik. It represents a strong commitment from the Swedish government that not only accelerates the transition to fossil-free eFuel production in Sweden but also sends a powerful signal to international investors and offtakers. It’s a clear endorsement of our vision to scale local and resilient eFuel solutions in Europe,” says Claes Fredriksson, CEO and founder of Liquid Wind.

The planned eFuel facility will be integrated with Övik Energi’s biofuel-powered combined heat and power (CHP) plant*, creating a highly efficient, and circular energy system. Using renewable electricity, the facility will produce green hydrogen through electrolysis and combine it with 150,000 tons captured biogenic CO₂ from the CHP plant to produce 100,000 tons of eMethanol per year, enabling the avoidance of 200,000 tons CO₂e annually.

By replacing fossil fuels in transport and industry, the facility will significantly contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions and strengthen Örnsköldsvik’s role as a frontrunner in Sweden’s green energy transition.

*Primarily sourced from forest and paper industry by-products. 

Liquid Wind’s eFuel facility project in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden, is funded through Industriklivet, which is part of the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) and Next Generation EU. Industriklivet is a government initiative run by the Swedish Energy Agency.

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About Liquid Wind 

Liquid Wind is a leading developer of eFuel production facilities with a vision to reduce the world’s dependency on fossil fuel. Liquid Wind has a solid pipeline of facility projects in development with the goal of reaching 10 projects by 2027. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden and present in Denmark and Finland, Liquid Wind has approx. 70 employees. Liquid Wind has a strong group of investors, including Alfa Laval, Carbon Clean, Elyse Energy, HYCAP, Samsung Ventures, Siemens Energy, Topsoe and Uniper. 

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ROAD TOWN, British Virgin Islands, Oct. 13, 2025 — Falcon Finance, the first universal collateralization infrastructure, today announced a comprehensive $10 million strategic investment from M2 Capital Limited (M2 Capital), the proprietary investment arm of M2 Group (M2), a UAE-headquartered conglomerate, with a diversified portfolio spanning digital asset solutions and financial innovation. The round also included participation from Cypher Capital, a UAE-based multi-strategy investment firm known for backing high-impact blockchain infrastructure projects. This investment marks a major milestone in Falcon’s mission to redefine stability and capital efficiency in decentralized finance.

The investment comes at a time of rapid growth for Falcon Finance. In recent months, the protocol has surpassed $1.6 billion in USDf circulation, placing it among the top ten stablecoins by market capitalization. Falcon also established a $10 million on-chain insurance fund, seeded with protocol fees, to serve as a protective buffer for users and safeguard yield obligations in times of stress. In parallel, the team successfully completed the industry’s first live mint of USDf against tokenized U.S. Treasuries, bridging DeFi liquidity with real-world assets and advancing the integration of institutional-grade instruments into the decentralized ecosystem.

Falcon has also expanded the reach and utility of USDf through new exchange listings and integrations across DeFi protocols, from perpetuals and real-world asset trading venues to yield markets. Supported by Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) and Proof of Reserve, Falcon delivers real-time verification that USDf remains fully overcollateralized, further strengthening trust and transparency.

With M2 Capital’s investment, Falcon will accelerate its global roadmap, focusing on expanding fiat corridors, deepening ecosystem partnerships, and enhancing the resilience of its universal collateralization model. 

Commenting on the investment, James Greenwood, CEO of M2 Group said: “Our investment in Falcon Finance reflects M2’s conviction that the next era of digital assets will be defined by combining resilient, transparent infrastructure with pioneering products and investment opportunities. Falcon’s universal collateralization model and synthetic dollar protocol are precisely the kind of innovations that enable M2’s family office, institutional investor and high-net-worth clients to access digital asset markets with confidence, liquidity and real-world integration.” 

“This partnership with M2 marks a new chapter for Falcon Finance,” said Andrei Grachev, Founding Partner at Falcon Finance. “It is a powerful endorsement of the progress we’ve made, from surpassing a billion USDf in circulation to pioneering on-chain insurance and bridging DeFi with real-world assets. With M2’s support, we are accelerating toward our vision of building the most resilient and inclusive financial infrastructure in the digital economy.”

About Falcon Finance

Falcon Finance is building a universal collateral infrastructure that turns any custody-ready asset, including digital assets, currency-backed tokens, and tokenized real-world assets, into USD-pegged onchain liquidity.

By bridging onchain and offchain financial systems, Falcon gives institutions, protocols, and capital allocators a simple way to unlock stable and yield-generating liquidity from the assets they already hold. Learn more: falcon.finance.

About M2 Group:

M2 Group is a UAE-headquartered conglomerate committed to delivering secure, regulated, and forward-looking digital asset solutions for individuals and institutional investors through its regulated entities and affiliates:

• M2 Custody Limited (M2CL), licensed by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)
• M2 Global Wealth Limited (M2GW), licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB)
• M2 Capital Limited (M2CL), the proprietary investment arm established in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)

The affiliate entities of M2 Group are licensed and regulated by the FSRA (ADGM) in Abu Dhabi and the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) and provide clients with access to institutional-grade custody, tailored yield strategies, digital asset financing, and deep OTC liquidity. Guided by strong governance and global standards, M2 combines regional insight with international reach to create exclusive opportunities and deliver a seamless digital wealth experience. For more information, interested parties can visit: www.m2.com.

Contact :
Founding Partner
Andrei Grachev
Falcon Finance
[email protected] 

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CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa., Oct. 10, 2025 — Green Cabbage, a global leader in procurement intelligence, today announced a $40 million Series B investment from Sageview Capital, a growth equity firm based in Silicon Valley and New York. The funding will fuel the company’s international expansion and the continued launch of advanced multi-channel spend cubes, furthering its mission to redefine procurement intelligence.

“We’re honored to welcome Sageview Capital as a partner in our growth journey,” said Eric Cunningham, CEO and Founder of Green Cabbage. The trust we’ve earned from some of the world’s largest enterprises by delivering billions in savings across Technology, Third-Party Labor, Marketing, and Travel & Expense has validated our model. With Sageview’s support and global network, we’re expanding the depth of our spend categories and extending our solutions from large enterprises to mid-market organizations worldwide.”

Jeff Klemens, Partner at Sageview Capital, added: “We’ve been following Green Cabbage for over a year and are impressed with their vision, product momentum, and consistent execution.  With annual growth more than 100% and an exciting technology roadmap, it’s clear they are bringing unmatched innovation to procurement & finance. The combination of strong customer ties across private equity, consulting, and global enterprises, plus an experienced and energized leadership team, positions Green Cabbage for long-term, sustainable success.  We are excited to partner with Eric and the entire Green Cabbage team to support their growth journey.”

This funding follows Green Cabbage’s Series A investment from Sorenson Capital just one year ago. “We’ve been fortunate to align with the right partners at the right time, and we couldn’t be more excited to have Sageview join us,” said Eric Cunningham. “Our clients have been asking for deeper insights through a multi-channel spend cube platform, and we are delivering. We’ve also built a world-class leadership team across the globe, and our clients’ results speak for themselves.”

About Green Cabbage:

Green Cabbage is the global leader in Procurement Intelligence, with offices in North America, Europe and Asia. The governed data from its proprietary and secure platform allows to deliver detailed comparisons at the Micro-SKU level, alongside with commercial and legal term insights. Green Cabbage enables private equity firms, consulting companies, and B2B enterprises worldwide to achieve 15-30% in savings on supplier agreements. With expertise spanning pricing, licensing, negotiation, legal intelligence, and training, Green Cabbage empowers clients to secure the best prices and overall agreements, as well as optimize procurement processes. For more information, visit https://www.green-cabbage.com/ or contact Alex Fochler ([email protected])

About Sageview Capital:

Sageview Capital is a private investment firm focused on partnering with industry-defining innovators to build enduring software and tech-enabled businesses. With over $2.0 billion in assets under management, Sageview Capital collaborates with entrepreneurs on a custom approach, leveraging its decades of experience, operational expertise, and network in scaling many successful companies. The firm invests for the long-term and has guided many of its portfolio companies to IPO or acquisition–and beyond. For more information, visit https://www.sageviewcapital.com.

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WEST CHESTER, Pa., Oct. 10, 2025 — Trellist Marketing and Technology has announced new investments in its AI Search Audit, a pioneering solution that helps organizations understand and improve how their brands are represented across today’s most influential AI-powered search engines.

Unlike traditional SEO audits, the AI Search Audit uncovers how brands appear, or fail to appear, on emerging platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE). The audit provides organizations with visibility into this new discovery space, where more digital journeys are beginning.

“AI search is redefining the customer journey, influencing how needs are discovered, and decisions are made,” said Thomas Atadan, AI Transformation Leader at Trellist. “Our AI Search Audit helps brands stay visible and competitive as this new journey takes shape.”

Clients can begin with a free snapshot assessment to reveal strengths, gaps, and opportunities, with the option to advance into a comprehensive $2,500 AI Search Audit for deeper insights and strategy.

To request a free AI Search Snapshot, visit https://marketing.trellist.com/ai-search-audit

About Trellist Marketing and Technology

Trellist Marketing and Technology is a professional services and solutions firm in marketing and technology that empowers businesses to achieve measurable growth and sustained success. Serving a diverse range of clients—from Fortune 500 companies to mid-tier businesses and emerging markets—Trellist delivers tailored, innovative solutions through a collaborative approach that integrates deep expertise in both marketing and technology. 

Our commitment to understanding each client’s unique challenges allows us to provide customized strategies that drive impactful results. Trellist is proud to be veteran-owned and 100% U.S.-based, bringing a strong commitment to integrity and excellence to everything we do. 

ChatGPT is a trademark of OpenAI. Perplexity is a trademark of Perplexity AI. Google and Google Search Generative Experience are trademarks of Google LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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PROVIDENCE, R.I., Oct. 10, 2025 — HavocAI, a leading developer of maritime autonomous systems, today announced it has secured $85 million in new capital. The funding comes from new investors B Capital, In-Q-Tel, Lockheed Martin, Hanwha, Taiwania, Vanderbilt University, Up Partners, Island Green Capital, and Zero Infinity Partners, along with continued support from Scout Ventures and Outlander Ventures in addition to other early funders. The funding round, completed at a significant valuation increase, brings HavocAI’s total funding to nearly $100 million – an unprecedented achievement for a maritime autonomy company in its first year and a half of operations.

The capital injection positions HavocAI to accelerate the scaling of its proven autonomous maritime platforms, ensure long-term operational resilience, and demonstrate the financial stability that government customers require from emerging defense technology partners. All the recent investors are mission-aligned partners who bring not only capital but critical geographic and technological collaborations that multiply HavocAI’s capabilities.

The funding will directly support multiple strategic initiatives, including the following primary missions:

• Additional Vessel Integration: Beyond HavocAI’s current fleet of 14′, 38′, 42′, and 100′ vessels, funding will enable integration onto entirely new vessel types and sizes, increasing the capability and interoperability of platforms leveraging HavocAI’s technology.
• Supporting Increased Demand: Funding will enable HavocAI to increase manufacturing capacity to meet the U.S. military’s demand signal to build thousands of autonomous boats that can be used immediately.
• Aiding Allies & Partners: Funding will increase HavocAI’s ability to operate in non-US areas of responsibility and provide additional direct support to our international allies and partners, especially in the Indo-Pacific.

“This funding represents far more than just capital – it has enabled us to cut through the noise about maritime autonomy and build a collaborative autonomy stack that actually works in a very short time,” said Paul Lwin, CEO and co-founder of HavocAI. “We’ve put two new boats in the water this year, and we’re going to add two more before the year is over, including our 100′ Atlas multi-mission vessel. Our swarming autonomy accomplishes priority missions today, not at an unknown point in the future. This technology is needed right now.”

HavocAI has pursued a software-first strategy, reasoning that there is enough shipbuilding capacity to serve military and commercial needs if superior autonomy creates heterogeneous, self-organizing fleets in which hundreds or potentially thousands of vessels can be tasked by a single operator. The company has consistently demonstrated working autonomy on its vessels and several made by other builders.

“HavocAI represents exactly the kind of company we look for – one that combines cutting-edge technology with the proven ability to sell and execute,” said Howard Morgan, Chairman and General Partner at B Capital. “HavocAI is actually delivering working solutions that solve real operational challenges. Their ability to demonstrate functional autonomous systems at scale sets them apart as the clear market leader in this critical technology area.”

The funding round also reflects growing international recognition of HavocAI’s strategic importance, particularly among allies focused on maritime security and deterrence capabilities. The participation of prominent Indo-Pacific investors underscores the global nature of maritime security challenges and the universal need for advanced autonomous capabilities.

“Our investment reflects our belief that HavocAI is making real, measurable contributions to regional stability through technological superiority,” said David Weng, General Partner at Taiwania. “Going forward, one of our goals is to bring HavocAI to collaborate with local partners here in Taiwan.”

About HavocAI

Founded just over a year and a half ago, HavocAI has delivered more than thirty fully operational products to the U.S. military and demonstrated highly scalable collaborative autonomy to the Navy and Army in multiple real-world scenarios. The company has four distinct vessels (14′ Rampage, 38′ Seahound, 42′ Kiakoa, and 100′ Atlas) in production, and signed partnership agreements with Lockheed Martin, PacMar Technologies, Metal Shark, Ilmor, Tocaro Blue, and more.

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