AI on the Rise: $777M Invested in Early-Stage AI Startups (July 20–26, 2025)
Tech is breaking boundaries at lightning speed. Between July 20–26, 2025, $777 million surged into AI startups across the globe, fueling bold visions and breakthroughs in everything from AI-driven analytics to real estate management. The future is coming faster than ever, and the startups leading the charge are here to turn their vision into velocity.
With investor confidence surging, this week’s funding breakdown underscores not just the capital flowing into AI but also the diverse areas where this technology is set to transform industries—accelerating progress across sectors like property management, robotics, and data intelligence.
Weekly Funding Breakdown
Series A: $465M
Seed: $282M
Pre-seed: $30M
Total: $777M+
As we continue to track the pace of AI investment, one thing is clear: Series A funding continues to dominate. This trend reflects the maturation of many startups, as investors seek more scalable and reliable platforms ready for growth.
Top 3 Funded Startups
1. ENGINEAI – $139M
ENGINEAI is leading the pack with a $139 million Series A round, focusing on AI solutions and data analytics services for businesses across industries. By delivering advanced insights and automation to enterprises, ENGINEAI is enabling companies to harness data in ways that were previously unthinkable, driving smarter decision-making and more efficient operations.
2. Qianxun Intelligence – $84M
Qianxun Intelligence raised $84 million to support its work in intelligent technology development, specifically around robotics and AI software. By combining AI-powered robots with cutting-edge software development, Qianxun is pushing the boundaries of how machines interact with and understand the world around them.
3. Buena – $58M
Focusing on the real estate industry, Buena has raised $58 million to optimize property management. Their platform streamlines everything from maintenance and accounting to compliance and reporting, enabling property managers to run more efficient operations and provide better service to tenants.
The Full List: Startups Funded This Week
ENGINEAI, Qianxun Intelligence, Buena, Ash by Slingshot AI, Delve, Rune Technologies, Charta Health, Alix, Kadence, Scrunch AI, Artificial Intelligence Underwriting Company, Poseidon, Accelerating Evolution, Netrasemi, Octup, Diode Computers, Inc., Dash Bio, Modulos AG, Provectus Algae, Gaia, Kluisz.ai, Qpoint, Bitfount, Memories.ai, Spaceflux, Vaudit (Formerly BlokID), Agrani Labs, Relativity Networks, Questflow, Lyra (YC X25), IdentifAI Labs, Magentic, TRIC Robotics, Volca, Olto, iTuring.ai, Data Guardians Network, Eventual, Nexxa.ai, Maro, Mindsmith, UgenticAI, Omni Instrument, Quack AI, OpenLaw, Rocksalt, Scanary, pyck, Propel People AI, GlassHouse.biz, Droidrun, Spear AI, Credibur, Neboda, Qingzhi, Starseer, Chipp, Supplied, Grexa AI, StoryHub, Artelize, Reshape Systems, Magnefy, Clypt, Litero AI, Productive Machines, Dataphleet
This list reflects a stunning array of industries adopting AI—from robotics and healthcare to property management, legal tech, and data security. The diverse range of startups shows just how adaptable AI is, poised to be the backbone of virtually every vertical moving forward.
Why It Matters
This week’s $777 million investment reinforces a growing trend: AI isn’t a future possibility—it’s a present reality. The kinds of solutions being funded, from data analytics platforms to AI-powered robots, are actively solving real-world problems. What’s more, the AI tools being developed aren’t just for large enterprises—they’re making a direct impact on individual industries, empowering teams and workers with better tools for faster, smarter decisions.
At Dectec, we believe the next phase of AI is all about empowerment. Decentralized AI isn’t just about smarter systems—it’s about giving people the tools to control, train, and benefit from their own data. As these startups break new ground, we’ll continue to see the evolution of a more inclusive, sustainable, and empowering AI economy.
Stay tuned each week as we continue tracking the investments, founders, and trends shaping the future of AI!
