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Hyped AI Startup 11x Raises $50M from Andreessen Horowitz 🚀

Hyped AI Startup 11x Raises $50M from Andreessen Horowitz 🚀

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Fabien B
November 13, 2024

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AI startup 11x, known for developing "digital workers" to automate sales and customer support tasks, has raised $50 million in a Series B round led by Andreessen Horowitz. This follows a recent $24 million Series A, bringing its total funding to $74 million. Alongside this funding, 11x announced its acquisition of Opkit, an AI company that automates routine healthcare communications. Founded in London in 2022, 11x is relocating to San Francisco to expand operations, launch more AI agents, and address investor demands. With major clients like Otter.AI and Airwallex, 11x has achieved cash flow positivity and significant growth.

Research Grid, an AI startup focused on automating back-office tasks for clinical trials, has raised $6.48 million in seed funding, led by Fuel Ventures and supported by several others, including Arve Capital and Ada Ventures. Founded in 2020 by Amber Hill, a former medical researcher, Research Grid addresses inefficiencies and high costs caused by manual processes and outdated software in clinical trials. The new funding will enhance R&D, expand AI automation, and support team growth as the company aims to build its U.S. and Asian market presence.

Edtech Startup Bhanzu Raises $16.5 Million to Expand Math Learning Platform

Math-focused edtech platform Bhanzu has raised $16.5 million in a funding round led by Epiq Capital and Z3Partners, with participation from existing investors Lightspeed Ventures and Eight Roads. Bhanzu aims to combat math anxiety and boost confidence among students across India, the US, the UK, and the Middle East. The company will use the funding to enhance its offerings and further its mission in international markets.

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