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Sapiom Raises $15M to Let AI Agents Pay for Software and Services on Their Own

Sapiom, a San Francisco startup, raised $15 million to build a financial layer enabling AI agents to securely access software, APIs, and services without manual setup.

Accel Backs Fibr AI to Let AI Turn Static Websites Into Personal Experiences

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By Maria Konash Feb 4, 2026

Accel has led a $5.7 million seed round in Fibr AI, a startup using autonomous AI agents to personalize enterprise websites in real time.

India Startup Funding Slows as AI Capital Stays Selective

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By Maria Konash Dec 29, 2025

Indian startups raised $10.5 billion in 2025, with fewer deals and tighter investor selectivity. AI funding grew modestly, diverging sharply from capital concentration trends in the U.S.

By Maria Konash Dec 5, 2025

AI & Machine Learning, Consumer Tech, Enterprise Tech, News, Startups & Investment

Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes Investor and Global Partner of Perplexity

By Maria Konash Dec 5, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo has taken an equity stake in Perplexity and will serve as a global partner, marking one of the most high-profile collaborations between elite sports and AI search technology.

By Maria Konash Nov 25, 2025

AI & Machine Learning, Cloud & Infrastructure, Enterprise Tech, News, Startups & Investment

Google and Accel Launch Joint AI Investment Program for Indian Founders