Top 5 VC Deals of the Week in AI (8/23/24)

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This week we continue our series on the top 5 VC-funded deals in AI.

This past week we did not see a single deal pass the $100M mark for the first time in a while, but venture capital dollars continue to pour into the AI sector.

This week’s top deal came in at $75 million from the housing and real estate sector, where EliseAI’s series D round saw the firm valued at more than $1 billion. The second biggest announcement was in defense. The top five also included construction, coding and blockchain, once again showing the breadth and reach of artificial intelligence, even in these early stages of its proliferation.

Below, we highlight the top five venture capital deals, ranked from the highest to the lowest funding amounts, showcasing the companies at the forefront of the AI revolution….

Top 5 Venture Capital Deals in August 2024

  1. EliseAI
    • Location: New York City, NY
    • Description: EliseAI is a leading provider of a conversational AI platform tailored for the housing industry, enhancing communication and efficiency within real estate transactions.
    • Funding Amount: $75 million
    • Funding Round: Series D
  2. Defcon AI
    • Location: McLean, VA
    • Description: Defcon AI specializes in developing advanced modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) tools designed to meet the complex needs of the modern military environment.
    • Funding Amount: $44 million
    • Funding Round: Seed
  3. Sahara AI
    • Location: Los Angeles, CA
    • Description: Sahara AI offers a decentralized blockchain platform aimed at fostering open and equitable artificial intelligence development and implementation.
    • Funding Amount: $43 million
    • Funding Round: Series A
  4. Trunk Tools
    • Location: New York City, NY
    • Description: Trunk Tools provides an AI-driven platform specifically designed for the construction industry, improving project management and operational efficiency.
    • Funding Amount: $20 million
    • Funding Round: Series A
  5. CodeRabbit
    • Location: Walnut Creek, CA
    • Description: CodeRabbit delivers an AI-powered platform that automates and streamlines the code review process, enhancing productivity and accuracy for developers.
    • Funding Amount: $16 million
    • Funding Round: Series A

Make sure to check out our Top 5 VC Deals of the Week in AI right here!

Written & Researched by DWN Staff
VC Deals Synopsized by ChatGPT
Research Source: FinSMEs

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