Funding Surge Continues
On Thursday, July 31, 2025, the momentum in startup funding remains strong, focusing on key sectors such as AI infrastructure, innovative fintech solutions, groundbreaking biotech projects, and robotics that are transforming the construction and transport industries. Startups are rapidly advancing, launching humanoid robots into the workforce and employing AI agents in financial operations.
Ramp is making headlines with a substantial $500 million funding round aimed at enhancing its AI co-pilots, while Apptronik closed an impressive $350 million Series A to speed up the deployment of humanoid robots. The biotech sector is also thriving, with companies like MapLight and Artbio securing significant investments to address central nervous system disorders and improve radiotherapies. Additionally, startups like Anaconda, Observe, and Ultromics are focusing on AI tools for analysis, diagnostics, and monitoring.
Top-tier firms including Iconiq Capital, Goldman Sachs, Insight Partners, and B Capital are actively participating in these funding rounds, highlighting a strong investor interest in platforms that define their categories. Strategic investors like Sanofi, Mubadala, and Google’s DeepMind are also supporting advancements in AI, robotics, and healthcare. From the U.S. to regions in Asia and Europe, startups are mobilizing significant rounds of funding to elevate their technological capabilities and secure real-world traction.
Funding Highlights
Ramp Raises $500M Series E-2 for AI Finance Tools
Ramp, a fintech company based in New York, has successfully raised $500 million in its Series E-2 funding round, which values the company at $22.5 billion. This investment was spearheaded by Iconiq Capital, with further contributions from existing investors such as Founders Fund and D1 Capital.
The funding will be directed towards expanding Ramp’s AI-driven finance tools, particularly its AI co-pilot agents designed to automate tasks like expense reporting and bill payments for its 40,000 business clients. Founded in 2019 by Eric Glyman, Gene Lee, and Karim Atiyeh, Ramp is evolving from a corporate card solution into a comprehensive financial management platform.
MapLight Therapeutics Secures $372.5M for Neuroscience Pipeline
California-based biotech firm MapLight Therapeutics has raised a significant $372.5 million in a Series D funding round. This round, co-led by Forbion and Goldman Sachs’ life sciences arm, includes investments from major pharmaceutical companies like Sanofi and T. Rowe Price.
The funding will enable MapLight to advance its schizophrenia treatment through Phase 2 trials and promote manufacturing capabilities, challenging current neuropharmaceutical options.
Apptronik Attracts $350M for Humanoid Robot Production
Austin’s Apptronik has successfully secured $350 million in Series A funding to expedite the production of its Apollo humanoid robot. Co-led by B Capital and Capital Factory, the round saw strategic participation from Google’s DeepMind.
With this financing, Apptronik aims to manufacture its AI-powered humanoids for logistics by 2026, further cementing its connection with companies like NASA.
Observe Raises $156M for Enhancing Software Observability
San Mateo-based Observe has raised $156 million in Series C funding to enhance its AI-powered observability platform, which aims to compete with established players like Datadog and Splunk. The funding was led by Sutter Hill Ventures and included support from Madrona Ventures and Snowflake Ventures.
Observe plans to advance its product suite and expand its team to better serve the increasing number of enterprise customers.
Anaconda Secures $150M for Open-Source AI Tools
Anaconda, known for its open-source Python software, raised $150 million in Series C funding, led by Insight Partners. The infusion will support product innovation and expansion into international markets.
Founded in 2012, Anaconda has grown significantly, now employing over 300 people and supporting more than 40 million users globally as demand for AI development tools surges.
Artbio Raises $132M for Advanced Cancer Treatments
Artbio, a startup focusing on radiopharmaceuticals for cancer, has raised $132 million in a Series B funding round. The investment, co-led by Sofinnova Investments and B Capital, will help advance their prostate cancer treatment through clinical trials.
FuriosaAI Closes $125M for Eco-Friendly AI Chips
Seoul-based FuriosaAI has announced a $125 million Series C bridge funding round to enhance its next-generation AI chips. This funding includes contributions from several major Korean investors.
Noma Security Raises $100M to Secure AI Systems
Israeli startup Noma Security secured $100 million in Series B funding, aimed at protecting enterprise AI systems from cybersecurity threats. The investment was led by Evolution Equity Partners and marks a pivotal moment as companies prepare to implement AI solutions.
Ultromics Attains $55M for AI-Powered Cardiac Diagnostics
Ultromics, based in Oxford, UK, raised $55 million in Series C funding to expand its AI platform for heart disease detection. This funding will support broader deployment across the U.S. healthcare landscape.
Delian Alliance Industries Raises $14M for Defense Tech
Delian Alliance Industries, a defense tech startup from Athens, has raised $14 million in Series A funding to develop autonomous military systems. The funding will help grow the team to meet demand from NATO partners.
Funding Summary
| Startup | Investors | Amount Raised | Total Raised | Funding Stage | Funding Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramp | Iconiq Capital (lead); Founders Fund, D1 Capital | $500M | $1.9B | Series E-2 | July 30, 2025 |
| MapLight Therapeutics | Forbion, Goldman Sachs (co-leads); Sanofi, T. Rowe Price | $372.5M | Not disclosed | Series D | July 28, 2025 |
| Apptronik | B Capital, Capital Factory (co-leads); Google (DeepMind) | $350M | ~$378M | Series A | July 31, 2025 |
| Observe | Sutter Hill (lead); Madrona, Snowflake Ventures, Capital One Ventures | $156M | $270M+ | Series C | July 30, 2025 |
| Anaconda | Insight Partners (lead); Mubadala Capital | $150M | Not disclosed | Series C | July 31, 2025 |
| Artbio | Sofinnova, B Capital (co-leads); QIA, Third Rock Ventures | $132M | Not disclosed | Series B | July 29, 2025 |
| FuriosaAI | Korea Development Bank, Industrial Bank of Korea, Kakao Investment | $125M | $246M | Series C (bridge) | July 30, 2025 |
| Noma Security | Evolution Equity (lead); Ballistic Ventures, Glilot Capital | $100M | $132M | Series B | July 31, 2025 |
| Ultromics | Legal & General, Allegis, Lightrock (co-leads); GV (Google Ventures) | $55M | Not disclosed | Series C | July 31, 2025 |
| Delian Alliance | Air Street, Marathon VC (co-leads); HCVC, Nebular | $14M | ~$20M | Series A | July 29, 2025 |
